Celtic punk is punk rock mixed with traditional Celtic music. Celtic punk bands often play traditional Celtic folk songs, contemporary/political folk songs, and original compositions. [3] Common themes in Celtic punk music include politics, Celtic culture (particularly Gaelic culture) and identity, heritage, religion, drinking and working class ...

Feb 2, 2025 · Mixing punk rock with traditional Celtic music, Celtic punk bands (aka Irish punk bands) have one of the most dynamic sounds in rock music. The genre rose to prominence in the 1980s and has only continued to grow in popularity.

The term Celtic punk is usually used to describe bands who base their music in Irish or Scottish traditional music. It is considered part of the more general folk punk genre. However, folk punk is usually used for bands that use English, American and other forms of folk music as inspiration.

Feb 14, 2019 · Celtic punk bands are a great listen any day of the year, not just St. Patrick's Day. Steeped in Irish tradition and accompanied by traditional instruments, these bands play new punk songs and put a new twist on some old standbys as well.

Celtic punk is a genre that blends traditional Celtic folk music with punk rock. It often features instruments such as bagpipes, fiddles, and mandolins alongside electric guitars and drums. The lyrics often touch on themes of Irish and Scottish heritage, working-class struggles, and rebellion.

Jan 17, 2024 · Celtic Punk on Folk N Rock. Home to Irish Punk with Celtic Punk Bands, News, Reviews Interviews, live coverage and much more!

Mar 12, 2024 · Surprisingly, Irish punk bands hardly ever come from Ireland, it seems. Instead, they hail from Australia, the US, Hungary, and everywhere in between. Mixing bagpipes, banjos, fiddles, and electric guitars, the Celtic sounds of these bands are worth discovering.

Sep 23, 2019 · There is plenty here for all fans of Celtic or punk music and the songs flow seamlessly from raucous punk to reflective ballad with ease. Dublin born singer Finny leads The Mahones and they are easily the hardest working band in the scene.

Reviews, news, articles on the world of Celtic-Punk music as well as Folk, Trad and Punk from the Celtic and Irish diaspora.

3 days ago · Ireland has produced some of the most legendary bands in music history, spanning rock, folk, punk, pop, and traditional Celtic sounds. From the stadium-filling anthems of U2 to the raw punk energy of The Undertones, Irish music is woven with a spirit of rebellion, storytelling, and passion. In this 2025 edition, we celebrate the 15