November 1st Get ready for an unforgettable night of Irish folk music as Ceol takes the stage at Norton’s Digbeth on November 1st! Inspired by legendary acts like The Wolfe Tones, The Dubliners, The Chieftans, Mumford and Sons, Ceol brings a fresh energy to traditional folk, captivating audiences with their passion and talent. Hailing from all corners of Ireland –…
Seán Keane Seán Keane from County Galway is described as the greatest musical find of the 90’s. Traditional Irish, folk and even country and blues songs all lend themselves to his unique style and unforgettable voice. Growing up in a family of singers and musicians, Seán learned the sean nós style of singing from his mother and his aunts. Singing…
Contemporary Irish Folk-Rock group, All Folk’d Up were originally formed back in Dublin by banjo virtuoso and lead singer Pauric Mohan while studying for a Music degree in the capital. He soon brought in younger brother Barry and other members to bolster the band’s line-up. After polishing their live set with a full band line up, All Folk’d Up soon…
Derek Ryan brings a night of dancing to Nortons, Birmingham as part of his Pure & Simple UK Tour. Derek and his band are touring the UK this October to perform material from Derek’s new album ‘Pure & Simple’ along with his fan favourite, classic hits including ‘Hold On To Your Hat’, and ‘Down On Your Uppers’ all of which…
The future of Irish music, culture and heritage in the UK has received a boost with the award of an Arts Council England grant to Birmingham independent community venue Nortons Digbeth. Artists, fans, and the Irish diaspora across England are set to benefit from the news, which will help to underwrite investment in grassroots artists and organisations via the 500-capacity…
If you are interested in hearing the Irish language being spoken or would like to take part in some comhrá (conversation), join us at Norton’s in Digbeth on Sunday 11th February from 1pm till 3pm. You don’t need to be fluent – it’s open to everyone. Tá fáilte romhaibh go léir! The language session will be followed at 3pm by…