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Shorelines

The 2023 album from award-winning traditional artist Nuala Kennedy – a beautiful and engaging meditation on a solitary struggle through love, life and woman’s ultimate triumph over adversity. It draws from the traditional song canon with an eye to the dynamism and resilience of central female characters.

Featuring Clare maestro Tara Breen on fiddle and Dublin guitarist of note Tony Byrne, Shorelines also includes performances from some of Ireland and America’s most beloved performers in singers Muireann NicAmhlaoibh and Moira Smiley, pianist Caoimhin Vallely and Grammy winning bassist Todd Sickafoose.

Songlines 5 Stars *****

“highlighting the very best collaboration of Irish, Scots and US traditions – Shorelines is a beautifully recorded, arranged and touching listen, from one of the finest stewards of traditional Irish song”

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Oirialla

The rich musical tradition of Oriel (north Louth, south Armagh and east Monaghan) may not have garnered the attention of other regional styles, but on Oirialla it shines with a finesse that befits its long bardic heritage. The album features a newly minted foursome in fiddler Gerry O’Connor; his former Lá Lugh compadre, Breton guitarist Gilles le Bigot; flute player and singer Nuala Kennedy; and accordion player Martin Quinn. Oirialla quietly celebrates the bare-naked delicacy of its Scots-influenced repertoire, richly interwoven with more contemporary tunes and songs. Kennedy’s voice is an unfettered, lilting delight, and their inventive interpretation of Chicago fiddler Liz Carroll’s Mrs Carroll’s Strathspey revels in the boundless energy that courses through their tune book. A fine-boned, tantalising collection that unfurls itself at a delightfully leisurely pace.

The Irish Times 2012

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The Alt – Day is Come

“Day is Come” is a very polished, well-crafted, and extremely enjoyable album. Doyle, Kennedy, and O’Leary are all in terrific form and their playing is top notch throughout, giving life to interesting arrangements, and intriguing selections. This is an album that will stand up to multiple listenings – fans of each of these musicians will want to hear this one, but so will anyone who loves great Irish music. Pick this one up! The IRISH ECHO 2022

$20 USD
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Noble Stranger

Hibernian Indie Folktronica Anyone? ****Songlines

Third album from Nuala Kennedy, released on Compass Records 2012. Featuring a great live band: Donald Hay (percussion) Mike Bryan (guitar) Iain Macleod (mandolin) and guest vocalist A. J. Roach (USA).

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The New Shoes

“She is not only an exceptional interpreter of the tradition; her own tunes glisten with freshness.” The Irish Times ****

Debut solo recording by Nuala Kennedy, The New Shoes was released on Compass Records in 2007 to critical acclaim. Featuring stellar musicians Clare Mann (flute/fiddle), Julian Sutton (accordion), Marc Clement (guitar) Mhairi Hall (piano) Mario Caribe (bass) Donald Hay (percussion).

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The Alt

“This is an exquisite album. Inspired song selection and thoughtful arrangements reveal the strong chemistry these top musicians share.”
—The Irish Echo

$20
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Nuala Kennedy – Behave the Bravest

“Energy and imagination fuel this exceptionally rich fourth solo album from the singer and flute player. Long life guaranteed.”
—The Irish Times

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“Hush the Cat” Tote Bag

Designed by Nuala Kennedy, Made in Ireland. 

Eco-friendly cotton tote bag. Long handles, natural colour.

$10 (plus $5 worldwide shipping)
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