DENIZEN

Loud, fast, and unapologetically fun, Bastard Bearded Irishmen blend Celtic folk, punk rock, and raw pub energy into a sound that hits like a whiskey shot. Their bagpipes, guitars, and fiddles ignite crowds across the U.S., turning every gig into a foot-stomping celebration. With multiple albums and festival appearances under their belt, they’ve carved out a loyal following who thrive on chaos and craic. It’s traditional Irish spirit - with electric guitars and attitude. Think Flogging Molly energy meets Pittsburgh grit.

Bealtaine is a folk band based in Pittsburgh, striving to keep traditions alive while borrowing influence from the modern world. With roots in Irish and Scottish folk, songs from the Canadian Maritimes, trad tunes, and working-class anthems, Bealtaine looks to make their own mark in the folk music world.

Home page of Denizen, from Pittsburgh, PA. A New Celtic and American Roots Based Ensemble of Music and Dance. Experimenting with interactive improvisation among dancers and musicians.

The Donnie Irish Band is a Pittsburgh-based music group that performs high-energy traditional Celtic rock, Irish and Scottish folk tunes, and American cover songs. [1] (https://pghirishfest.org/entertainers/), [2] (http://pghevents.net/events/donnie-irish/)