The Gloaming forges new paths by connecting the richness of Irish folk tradition to the contemporary New York music scene. From haunting Sean-nós titles to captivating instrumental blends, they create a new musical alchemy between ancestral traditions, experimentation, and modernity. "Their stage performances have been revealing. Their future concerts will reinforce the potential of this group and make them one of the great forces in Irish music" The Irish Times "The Gloaming is a fantastic blend of passionate and moving talents, who have created their own musical style." Peter Gabriel The Gloaming consists of traditional fiddle master Martin Hayes, guitarist Dennis Cahill, Sean-nós singer Iarla Ó Lionáird, Norwegian fiddle (hardingfele) player Caoimhin Ó Raghallaigh, and New York pianist Thomas Bartlett (aka Doveman) - five musicians with rich individual careers, who together create new music combining languid melodies with a progressive style. Although imbued with Irish traditions, The Gloaming's music is not nostalgic, but demonstrates a true personality and identity. The lyrics are drawn from Irish history and literature, both ancient and new. The music, uplifting and sentimental, haunting and full of emotion, is played with the authority of virtuosos. It sounds ancient without being a pale copy of music from yesteryear.
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