Erin's Isle podcast Erin Meehan Breen

Trad sessions in Ireland always draw a crowd. But it is almost always a crowd there to listen. Dabilla is changing that. Anywhere they play they draw. crowd alright, but it's a high energy, highly involved crowd singing along, clapping, and feeding off he energy produced. That's because Dabilla blends traditional instruments and technique into a new approach to classic Irish tunes and popular music. Think uillean pipes playing the part of an electric guitar, or a tin whistle soloing through The Fields of Athenry.  Hear how it all comes together in this episode of Erin's Isle.

The Kilbaha Gallery on the Loop Head peninsula is a showcase for painting, sketches, sculptures and history.   Not only do they focus on Irish artists, it is the home of famous Irish bronze artists James and Seamus Connolly. Hear the story of their foundry, their aftwork and their love of what they do, in this episode of Erin's Isle.

Kenmare Lace played a big part in sough County Kerry's history. And the Lace design center in that village is working to educate people about the different types of lacemaking in Ireland, and to keep the art alive.
Kenmare is also known for a three thousasnd year old stone circle many say has magic powers.
Hear about both in this episode of Erin's Isle. 

The Dursey Island Cable Car travels a short distance from the tip of the Beara Peninsula to the island and back. And it is a lifeline for those who live and work on the island. And it is an adventure for those visiting.
Take a ride on the Dursey Island Cable Car in this edition of Erin's Isle.

Experience a truly Scottish find. MacGregor's Bar in Inverness is the real deal. It celebrates Scotland through food, libations, atmosphere and music. 
Owner Bruce MacGregor, is also a member of a famed Scottish band, Blazing Fiddles. But his bar is about keeping Scottish music alive with all other bands in the area.
Hear the magic for yourself in this episode of Erin's Isle.

Inverness is home to the largest second hand book store in Scotland. You'll hear all about what you can find there and the man who is behind that bookseller's business in this episode of Erin's Isle.
Plus you'll meet one of the change ringers at St. Andrews Cathedral. She stumbled into it and says it's changed her life.
All that and more in this episode of Erin's Isle.