Hadrian's Wall

Canadian Celtic Band • Eastern Ontario, Canada

Current Touring Lineup: Neil Emberg • Ashley MacLeod-McRae • Richard Irwin

ABOUT HADRIAN'S WALL

For more than 30 years, Hadrian’s Wall has delivered high-energy Celtic music to audiences across North America. With powerful vocals, driving rhythms, exceptional musicianship, and standout fiddle, their performances are equally celebratory, heartfelt, and unforgettable.

Performing a select number of festivals, showcases, theatres, and corporate events each year, Hadrian’s Wall focuses on delivering exceptional live performances while continuing to write and record original music. Featuring singer-songwriter Neil Emberg, acclaimed fiddler Ashley MacLeod-McRae, and internationally respected drummer Richard Irwin, the band brings more than three decades of experience, authenticity, and musical excellence to every stage.

CAREER HIGHLIGHTS

• 30+ years performing throughout North America

• 45,000+ physical albums sold

• 1,000,000+ lifetime streams

• Selected to showcase at the Association of Irish and Celtic Festivals (AICF), Chicago (2024)

• Featured performers for the RCAF 100th Anniversary Celebration

SELECT APPEARANCES

CityFolk (ON) • Stewart Park Festival (ON) • Longs Peak Scottish Irish Highland Festival (CO) • Syracuse Irish Festival (NY) • Boston Convention & Exhibition Center (MA) • Canmore Highland Games (AB) • Glengarry Highland Games (ON)

STYLE & SUITABILITY

Celtic • Contemporary • Festival-Ready

Perfect for St. Patrick’s events, folk & multicultural festivals, summer concerts, and corporate showcases.

Expect tight musicianship, soaring fiddle lines, strong vocals, and a dynamic set mixing Celtic favourites with original music—delivered with energy, authenticity, and three decades of stage experience.