Folk in Fusion - YRAS Live
On January 14th, 2025, something special is happening at the Gleneagle INEC Arena : The launch of the 1st annual Folk in Fusion ( YRAS Live) concert - the opening event for Your Roots Are Showing, Ireland's Folk Conference. This isn’t just any concert; it’s the beginning of a new tradition. Folk in Fusion brings together some of the most celebrated artists in the world of folk and roots music. Rhiannon Giddens, a Grammy and Pulitzer Prize winner known for her deep connection to roots music, will set the tone for an evening that celebrates both tradition and innovation. Joining her is Liam Ó Maonlaí, the powerful voice behind Hothouse Flowers, whose music has become a cornerstone of Irish culture. Peter Rowan, a true legend in folk and bluegrass, will share the stage with Ron Block, the virtuoso banjo player from Alison Krauss & Union Station, blending their expertise in a way that only masters can. The evening will also feature Thomas Gabriel, who...