Burnchurch

Emerging from Kilkenny, Burnchurch are a dynamic expression of modern Irish music.
Their most recent single, Samba na hÉireann, led them to sell out venues across the country, including TradFest Dublin. The bilingual track, blending Irish music, dance and Brazilian samba, marks the first step toward the band's debut album, set for release later this year.
With Samba na hÉireann, the group has also gained national recognition, featuring in interviews across mainstream radio, including shows hosted by Oliver Callan, Louise Duffy, and RTÉ 2FM.
The family group of two brothers and two sisters began busking outside Kilkenny Castle as teenagers and have since developed into a powerful, dynamic live band whose audiences are drawn to the energy of their performances.
They have built a strong fan base in Kilkenny, which is now spreading further afield, particularly among younger audiences and students. With a distinctive sound that fuses traditional Irish roots with contemporary global influences, their music carries an international appeal, shaped by its cross-cultural influences, rhythmic energy, and a unique but distinctly Irish sound.
They released their first song during lockdown, which won the RTÉ 2FM Gaeltacht Tí competition. In 2023, they composed the soundtrack for Katie Taylor's walkout in the 3Arena. This was followed by the band's 5-track debut EP,’ Maidin’.
This next generation of the Ó Casaide family are steeped in Irish tradition and are committed to sharing their music and culture with audiences far beyond their roots.
"Burnchurch is not just shaping their own future - they are redefining how Irish music speaks to a new generation."
- John Gleeson, Tipperary Star & Kilkenny People