The High Kings
The High Kings compromising of Finbarr Clancy, Darren Holden, Paul O' Brien and Brian
Dunphy have held the position as the distinctive voice of Irish Folk music across the world
for the last 15years.
And as they continue to sell out venues around the world to an ever- growing army of loyal
fans, The High Kings show no signs of stopping.
2024 saw them surpass over 1.6 monthly listeners on Spotify as well as amassing over 5
million streams in just one week this March and playing to the largest ever numbers of fans
across Ireland and USA ( 2 completely sold out tours) and its only April..
In 2023 The High Kings celebrate 15 years together by releasing 15 brand new tracks to
their fans, which was followed by the release of their 8th Studio Album ‘The Road Not
Taken’.
Having amassed over 3.5 million streams since it’s release in June 2023 ‘The Road Not
Taken’ has also reached the number independent album position in Ireland, No1 in Folk,
Number 2 in all genres, No.2 in singer songwriter in the USA, the number 1 bestseller on
Amazon Germany, Number 1 on iTunes in Germany, Belgium and the Netherlands and a
selection of top 5 chart positions worldwide.
The stand out hits Chasing Rainbows, The Streets of Kinsale and Connemara Bay as well as
the famine track 1845 continue to garner thousands of streams every week.
In addition to their studio album, The High Kings have shattered records in the streaming
world in 2023. Their remixed songs have garnered millions of streams, with particular
appeal for Chasing Rainbows ( Badscandal Remix) and Step it Out Mary ( Fari Mac Remix)
both surpassing 2 million streams in record time, showing that The High Kings enduring
appeal transcends generations, attracting fans of all ages to their music.
2023 was nothing short of remarkable for The High Kings live. Following their album release
they undertook an epic world tour which sold out venues across Australia, Canada,
Germany, Benelux, UK and the UAE as well as 3 tours of the USA, as the ‘Road not Taken
Tour’ was met with resounding success.
Roll on 2024 and after their 28 dates sold out all over Ireland demand has it that they return
for more shows. Before they fly back to the USA in August, The High Kings will do a
Very special once off show in the Gleneagle INEC ARENA. Comprising of the hots you know
and love along with some brand new additions and a few surprises this is set to be an
outstanding show. Get your Tickets before they are gone!
THE HIGH KINGS
Their unique blend of traditional Irish folk music and contemporary sensibilities is
testament to their ongoing dedication to preserving and innovating Irish folk music
for a new generation of listeners
