If there’s one thing Americans love, it’s tracing their heritage. And if there’s one thing Saturday Night Live (SNL) loves, it’s poking fun at those cultural quirks. Their recent sketch on what Americans think will happen when they visit Ireland is a pitch-perfect parody of ancestry tourism, complete with over-the-top hospitality, exaggerated reverence for genealogy, […]
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“Dublin in the Rare Old Times” is an iconic Irish ballad that captures the nostalgic essence of Dublin’s past. Originally performed by The Dubliners, the song has been covered by various artists over the years, including Paddy Reilly. With its melancholic melody and poignant lyrics, the song reflects on the changes that have taken place
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Brendan Grace – The Wedding: Ireland’s King of Comedy Leaves Audience in Stitches Brendan Grace, known as Ireland’s King of Comedy, has long been revered for his unique ability to bring laughter to audiences far and wide. One particular performance that showcases his comedic genius is “The Wedding,” a hilarious routine that captures the essence
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We asked our followers to vote on the best rendition of Whiskey in the Jar – Surprise! In a delightful twist, our followers have surprised us with their choice for the best rendition of the beloved Irish folk song, “Whiskey in the Jar.” As we asked our members to vote on their favorite version, the
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Luke Kelly’s Iconic Performance of “The Rocky Road to Dublin” The Rocky Road to Dublin – Luke Kelly was one of the most iconic Irish singers of the 20th century. He was a founding member of the Dubliners, one of the most popular Irish folk groups of all time. Kelly was known for his powerful
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Danny Boy – Choral Scholars of University College Dublin The Choral Scholars of University College Dublin have produced a stunning performance of the traditional Irish ballad “Danny Boy.” The arrangement features the delicate and haunting vocals of soloist Amy Gillen accompanied by the angelic voices of the choir, creating a powerful and emotional rendition of
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An Outstanding Performance of “Zombie” by Jacob Koopman and Kylabelle Music has the power to move us in ways that other forms of art cannot. The emotion, energy and passion that are inherent in music can speak directly to our souls and connect us with one another. This is certainly the case with the outstanding
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The Irish Rover – The Dubliners & The Pogues The Irish Rover is a popular Irish folk song that has been covered by many artists over the years but the most famous version is undoubtedly the collaboration between The Dubliners and The Pogues. The song was originally written in the 19th century and has since
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The Internet is Going Wild Over French Rugby Star’s Thick Irish Accent Recently, a video of former France under 20s captain Daniel Brennan has gone viral on TikTok and the internet can’t get enough. The clip, which was posted by Welsh content creator Andrew Forde who is renowned for his rugby compilations on YouTube, has
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Irish Flirting Vs American Flirting – A Comparison Through Aisling Bea’s Stand-Up Recently, Irish born stand-up comedian and actress, Aisling Bea, has taken centre stage with her humorous comparison of flirting in America and Ireland. In this video, she explains how an American’s approach to flirting is much more direct and reminiscent of a ‘catcall’
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