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After nearly two decades and more than 3,000 live shows, Gaelic Storm — the chart-topping, multi-national Celtic band — is looking sharper than ever with their latest release, Matching Sweaters. The new album mixes traditional Irish music with modern influences, creating a sound that's as wide-ranging as the band's own audience. From bluegrass fans and country cowboys to Deadheads, rock & rollers and Celtic fanatics, Gaelic Storm has built one of the most diverse fan bases in modern music. Matching Sweaters helps explain the broad appeal. Rooted in the songwriting of founding members Patrick Murphy and Steve Twigger, the album moves from drinking songs ("Another Stupid Drinking Song") to energetic instrumentals ("The Narwhaling Cheesehead") to rootsy pop/rockers ("Whiskeyed Up and Womaned Out"), gluing everything together with the spark and spirit of a band that's spent close to 20 years on the road. "We're a touring band," says percussionist Ryan Lacey, who joined the lineup in 2003. "That's how this band works.Matching Sweaters is one of the most complete albums we've done so far, because it taps into every facet of our live show." Those live shows date all the way back to the mid-1990s, when Gaelic Storm kicked off its career as a pub band in Santa Monica, California. By the end of the decade, the musicians had appeared in the blockbuster film "Titanic" (where they performed "Irish Party in Third Class") and laid the groundwork for a career that would eventually find them topping the Billboard World Chart five times, making appearances at mainstream music festivals such as Summerfest, Telluride and The Rock Boat Cruise, and regularly headlining the largest Irish Festivals across the country, all the while gaining a reputation as a genre-bending Irish band whose songs mix Celtic traditions with something new and unexpected. Now, with the band's 20th anniversary on the horizon, they're putting even more emphasis on those newer directions. "We'll push the envelope, then reel it back in, then push it again," says Murphy. "There's a lot of variety here, and that's why we can play country festivals, bluegrass festivals and rock festivals, and still fit in perfectly with each one. We wanted Matching Sweaters to reflect that range, so people could buy the CD and hear everything we're able to do in concert." When it came time to write Matching Sweaters' 12 songs, Murphy and Twigger teamed up with longtime friend and co-writer Steve Wehmeyer. Together, the three found inspiration in everything from old Irish newspapers ("The Rustling Goat Gang," whose details were gleaned from an article about a vanishing goat herd from Waterford) to bits of conversation overheard in local pubs ("Paddy's Rubber Arm"). In addition to writing new songs, the musicians have continued to play new markets every year, taking the chance to stretch their boundaries — and widen their audience — whenever possible. It helps keep them on their toes. "Playing for a new crowd is great," says Twigger. "It takes you back to those early days, where you've got something to prove. We could just do Irish festivals, but why not play a crossover show where 90% of the audience doesn't know you, and you have to make them know you? That's what makes your band good." Matching Sweaters follows in that hard-working tradition, dishing up all the ingredients fans have come to expect from Gaelic Storm — the drinking songs, sea shanties, furiously-strummed instrumentals and sing-along melodies — while spiking the mix with newer flavors. Eat it up, but make sure to save some room! There's plenty more where this came from.
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Peter Purvis, Natalya Kay, Parker Hastings, Patrick Murphy, Ryan Lacey, Steve Twigger
Fantastic show especially in the light of one of Patrick's best friends passing away this morning at only 57 years old. Hopefully we in the audience were all to provide some comfort and support. Much love and appreciation going both ways. Have seen them multiple times in different venues and it's always a different show but with the shining core of the band. Can't thank them enough for sharing their gift with us and helping carry each other along.
Academy Of Music Theatre Northampton, MAI’ve seen GS 6 times live. This was one of the most intimate settings and one of their best performances I’ve seen. Sadly there were a number of songs I would have liked to hear, but a vast and awesome song selection can be difficult to pick from. Could have played another 1/2 and still just manage to get just a few more favorites in. Just an awesome experience. Will do it again in STL.
THE OLD ROCK HOUSE St. Louis, MOThis was our first Gaelic Storm concert, and of all 153 concerts we've attended over the last 20 years, this was the most fun we've had. It was a BLAST! Their enthusiasm is contagious, and they're very engaging. The music, while not normally our style, is just plain fun, and it's impossible to sit still while listening to it. If you have a chance to see Gaelic Storm, run, don't walk to get tickets!
Diamond Jo Casino Dubuque Dubuque, IAAlways love the Gaelic Storm. I’ve been a fan for more than 20 years. I wish they played more of their music instead of all that hokey Jonny Cash, John Denver and too many more. It sounded like they were tired of doing their same songs over and over again. That was what was said. Sorry, that’s what I came to hear. I love Gaelic Storm music. Missed more of their music.
Neptune Theatre Seattle, WAWe have seen Gaelic Storm MANY times but I have to say last night at The Newton Theater was our Best Show EVER!! Our first time in Newton but won't be our last! Gaelic Storm was fabulous! We had a great audience and there was some good participation. The band bounces off each other. Everyone is awesome. Can't wait for my next show! ❤️❤️🍀🍀
The Newton Theatre Newton, NJYes, Gaelic Storm is currently on tour. If you're interested in attending an upcoming Gaelic Storm concert, make sure to grab your tickets in advance. The Gaelic Storm tour is scheduled for 9 dates across 9 cities. Get information on all upcoming tour dates and tickets for 2026-2027 with Hypebot.
Gaelic Storm is scheduled to play 9 shows between 2026-2027. Buy concert tickets to a nearby show through Hypebot.
Gaelic Storm's tour starts May 21, 2026 and ends on Jul 31, 2026. They will play 9 cities; their most recent concert was held in Cumberland at Allegany County Fairgrounds and their next upcoming concert will be in Brownfield at Stone Mountain Arts Center.
As part of the Gaelic Storm tour, Gaelic Storm is scheduled to play across the following venues and cities:
