Strictly 18+ / BYOB
Join us for a very special evening with two otherworldly talented Mná sharing the double bill - Saoirse Casey + Josie Duncan.
Saoirse Casey is an Irish singer songwriter, pianist and composer. Growing up in a musical family with parents who were singer-songwriters, she taught herself to play the piano and guitar and began writing songs from a young age. As a teen artist, her first performance was supporting Declan O Rourke in the INEC and she has also supported Irish artists such as Kila and Aslan, and Cathy Davey. Since then, Saoirse has performed many headline gigs and supports for Irish and international artists and festivals, including Una Healy New Years Eve special, Whelan’s ‘ones to watch’, and the Vicar Street Halloween concert with other artists.
Saoirse’s soundscape is a perfect blend of the dreamy and earthy, alternating between the familiar and the other-worldly, and reflects her evolving musical journey as she continues to explore and be inspired by her dreams and experiences. With over 350,000 streams on Spotify, extensively toured Japan, France, Austria, the UK, and all across Ireland in many intimate and popular venues and continues to hone her distinct artistic voice.
Josie Duncan is a captivating folk-inspired songwriter and an award-winning singer from the Outer Hebridean Isle of Lewis. With a voice that radiates warmth and vulnerability, Josie effortlessly weaves together soulful melodies and heartfelt lyrics, captivating audiences worldwide.
Josie's extraordinary talent and dedication to her craft have not gone unnoticed. In 2017, she received widespread recognition when she won the BBC Radio 2 Young Folk Award, this accomplishment solidified her position as a rising star in the contemporary folk scene. She has since gone on to receive AirPlay on prime time radio and her versatility was showcases in 2021 when created a brand new work for Celtic Connections’ prestigious ‘New Voices’ Commission followed by an album of self-penned songs.
Embracing her creative spirit, Josie fearlessly dives into explorations of self-discovery in her songwriting. With lyrics that resonate deeply, her introspective compositions capture a kaleidoscope of emotions, from longing and introspection to joy and empowerment. Her authenticity and vulnerability shine through in every note, leaving listeners spellbound.