• REMEMBERING FIACH MacHUGH O’BYRNE IN SONG

    The second in our series on celebrated figures from history immortalised in song and covered by both Folk and Celtic-Punk bands. Today we turn to the great Irish hero of Fiach MacHugh O’Bryne one of the greatest leaders in Irish history. The song ‘Follow Me Up To Carlow’ recounts the struggle of Irish clan leaders…

  • BRING YOUR MATE TO THE HOOLEY: A STARTERS GUIDE TO CELTIC-PUNK

    Alright straight of the bat I know what you’re thinking: I’m reading a site called ‘London Celtic Punks’ I don’t really think I need a starters guide to the Celtic Punk/Rock/Folk Punk scene. Well steady on for a second and hear me out: This isn’t for you. This for your mate who has shown a…

  • LONDON CELTIC PUNKS PRESENTS OUR BEST OF 2014!

    TOP TWENTY CELTIC PUNK ALBUMS OF 2014 Last year our ‘Best Of’ list was completely dominated by bands from these shores but this time there’s a much more international flavour to 2014’s Best Album’s list. Again Irish influenced bands dominate but the absolute standout album for me was without a doubt Uncle Bard And The Dirty Bastards…

  • ALBUM REVIEW: YOUNG DUBLINERS- ‘Nine’ (2014)

     The Young Dubliners are one of thee most famous and popular celtic rock/punk bands in the United States and have been up there at the top of the tree for well over a decade right back to when they were formed in 1988 in Los Angeles. With a whole host of national television appearances behind…

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