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…
Sharon Shannon Trio Sharon Shannon is a musician who likes to surprise. While she is known for her arrangements of traditional Irish tunes and Irish-influenced compositions, she has always been eager to explore new styles, and to meet and work with other musicians. The accordionist from Ireland has achieved legendary status throughout the world and has made the much-maligned accordion.…
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 14th January 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…