Jiggy

“Jiggy’s music is a riot of colours and sounds, an explosive mix of traditional Irish music and contemporary global beats that will leave you breathless and exhilarated” – FolkWorld Magazine   Jiggy continue the tradition of their musical ancestors while bringing a whole new exotic flavour to the table, more of a collective than an orthodox band. Their mercurial line up mixes and melds Irish traditional music, world rhythms and cutting-edge dance grooves to bring an electrifying energy to the stage. Full of natural charisma, the audience in drawn in to create a sense of unity and celebration.   The band’s musicianship is undeniable, with each member showcasing impressive skills on their respective instruments. The band’s arrangements are complex and thoughtfully crafted, highlighting the strengths of each individual musician while also working together to create a cohesive sound. With their debut album reaching #1 in the World Music Charts across the globe, the band have gained a worldwide audience and are now in high demand.   It’s impossible not to feel the joy and passion emanating from the stage during a Jiggy performance.  “Jiggy are best served live and would be a shoe in for any one of those huge summer Celtic festivals on the continent. Play Hypernova loud at your next family sundown barbecue, it’s a sizzler” – Irish Music Magazine  “Gloriously tuneful, genre-defying, utterly irresistible. I’m still finding it seductive and charming, the appeal just doesn’t fade” – Roots Magazine  Support from: Tara Breen, Pádraig Rynne, and Jim Murray, showcase the best of the Irish music tradition, delivering performances that range from gentle and melodic to rhythmic and everything in between.   Tara Breen, a highly skilled multi-instrumentalist from County Clare, is renowned for her mastery of the fiddle and has won numerous prestigious awards in Irish traditional music. She has performed with renowned groups like Stockton’s Wing and The Chieftains and is celebrated for her virtuosity on not just the fiddle but also the flute and saxophone.  Pádraig Rynne, described as one of the finest concertina players in Irish music, is recognized for his fresh and innovative approach to the tradition. With a background in music technology, he explores diverse genres and has formed the instrumental group NOTIFY, performing at esteemed folk, world, and jazz festivals worldwide. Rynne’s collaborations span across various genres, including working with Grammy award-winning artists such as Mark Lettieri, Jason Thomas, and Michelle Chamuel.  Jim Murray, known as Sharon Shannon’s trusted collaborator, has been a professional musician since a young age. He has toured extensively and recorded with Shannon, earning accolades for their albums. Murray has garnered respect both nationally and internationally, collaborating with notable artists such as Sinéad O’Connor, Steve Earle, Shane MacGowan, Altan, and Mary Black. Together, the trio creates an exceptional musical experience, blending traditional Irish elements with contemporary explorations, earning them acclaim for their 2021 release “Nasc”, receiving Best Traditional Album (2022) in American Celtic listener supported radio awards and recognition as one of the finest performing groups in Irish music today.   “Sure-footed, engaging and joyful music from a dynamic Clare duo. Expert musicianship, courageous creativity and sweetness of melody” - Muireann Nic Amhlaoibh, RTÉ Raidió na Gaeltachta  Presented by Belfast TradFest www.belfasttradfest.com  Full bar 18+ only