live from the folk park: gareth, onóir, niamh noade, and meadhbh walsh

Rising star Gareth seamlessly blends traditional Country music with the rich sounds of Irish Folk. Originally from Castlederg, Northern Ireland, he moved to Nashville to chase his musical dreams. Gareth's covers has amassed tens of millions streams to date but it is his original music that has garnered critical acclaim. 2025 has been a year full of original music, featuring Gareth's May EP release of "Steal Your Thunder." That music has been featured on Absolute Country, Smooth Country, SiriusXM The Highway, and more. Gareth recently shared that his upcoming project, "Bluebird" will be released on October 24th.

Contemporary Irish folk group Onóir formed in 2020, when Donegal musicians; Tom McHugh, Declan Gaughan, Deane Connaghan, and Diarmaid McGee, joined forces to create a contemporary version of the famous Irish folk ballad; “The Auld Triangle”, the video went on to be seen by over 3 million people worldwide. These talented musicians with distinctive vocal styles are setting new standards with incredible musical arrangements and harmonies that mark them out as unique. 

Onóir are selling out venues in record time as their impassioned audiences are taken on a musical odyssey. From their new take on traditional Irish ballads all the way through to up-tempo modern Irish classics. From tears to laughter, enjoy the onstage chemistry, excitement, and banter in a show not to be missed.   

Niamh Noade is a unique talent making waves in the music industry. This singer-songwriter and harpist from Co. Armagh is captivating audiences with her distinctive blend of traditional Celtic & electric harps and contemporary influences. Possessing a unique voice that has been lauded since her rendition of "The Winner Takes It All" performed on The Voice Kids UK 2023, Niamh has showcased her exceptional vocal ability and skilful harp playing, garnering over 20 million views and establishing her as one to watch.

Born and raised in Co. Cork, Meadhbh Walsh is a captivating fiddle player, singer, and songwriter whose rich vocals and evocative storytelling have earned her international recognition. At just 23, she has carved out a unique space in contemporary Irish folk, blending traditional melodies with her own modern song-writing. 

She began her music journey busking in Killarney at just 14, quickly building a fanbase drawn to her authenticity and stage presence. During the pandemic, she gained a loyal following online and now boasts over 250,000 followers across her social media platforms. Meadhbh has released three full-length albums, with her highly anticipated fourth due out before the end of 2025. Her latest, On My Own (2024), debuted at #1 in Ireland, earning praise for its emotional honesty and originality. With an upcoming U.S. tour this August and September, Meadhbh plans to expand her horizons in America, connecting with even more audiences and Irish cultural communities across the country. 

"I absolutely love the States," she shares. "There’s something so special about sharing Irish music with people who truly embrace it—it feels like home away from home." 

Currently working on her next album, Meadhbh continues to collaborate with top Irish folk acts such as Dan McCabe, The Whistlin’ Donkeys, The Young Wolfe Tones, Trasna, George Murphy, and many other celebrated artists, offering a modern voice rooted deeply in heritage. Her goal remains simple yet powerful: to bring people together through the magic of Irish music.