Sheelanagig have been whipping up a storm of foot-stomping, roof-raising, high-energy
live folk for nigh on twenty years. With an arsenal of strings, soaring flute, pounding
drums and a sprinkle of fairy dust they spin melodies that have set feet flying all across
the globe. Their shows are a heady mix of raucous dance medleys and thoughtfully
crafted original pieces feverishly brimming with fire, flair and finesse. Floors tremble and
windows rattle in their presence; these rapturous minstrels are not to be missed under
any circumstance.
Drawing deep from a bountiful well of European folk traditions, from medieval melodies to
modern grooves, from baroque to folk-rock, Sheelanagig’s irresistible alchemy makes it
impossible to stand still. Their infectious energy and mischievous stagecraft are matched
only by their impeccable musicianship—delighting festival crowds and intimate venues
Alike.
‘What a joy…a good night out guaranteed’ – Mark Radcliffe, BBC Radio 2
‘The musicianship is tight and intense’ – Songlines
