Sam Kelly

Sam Kelly is a BBC Radio 2 Folk Award winning singer, song-writer, producer, and multi-instrumentalist. Sam has dedicated his life to rediscovering and renewing the sounds of his gaelic heritage, and creating exciting new music that transcends the boundaries of traditional and popular music. Touring with Jamie Francis as a duo or part of a trio or larger band, they've gained a reputation for an incredibly high class and dynamic live show, firm favourites at venues and festivals in all over the world. Record deals, radio and TV appearances and awards have followed. But whether playing to 13 million people on prime-time television, or to 10 people in a tiny pub, Sam and Jamie's fascination with their musical heritage shines through, and has gained them the respect of peers and audiences worldwide.