"Thrilling, propulsive, fantastic Celtic-pop. The Elders are a real find ...
a band to shout from the rooftops about." - Robert Oermann /MUSIC ROW Magazine

"The key to the band's success is in its flawless blending of the Celtic
storytelling tradition with contemporary instrumentation and, perhaps more
importantly, their ability to write original songs that sound as timeless and authentic
as the ancient jigs and reels that have inspired them." - Brian Baker / PASTE Magazine

"The Elders have developed a reputation for bristling live shows and, even better,
for exceeding their lofty reputation.” - Tim Finn / KANSAS CITY STAR

Since forming in 1998, The Elders have set the American music scene on its ear, thanks to a skillful mix of amped-up roots rock augmented with powerful vocals, blazing instrumentals and top-notch song writing.

Their original songs are catchy, yet durable while transcending the stereotypical notion of Celtic music. In the tradition of folklore that is passed down from generation to generation, The Elders’ songs tell us stories of people, places and events - some recent, some distant, some real and some imagined. The songs are mystical, comical, political and cultural, while covering a wide variety of topics such as poverty, civil war, family bonds, spirituality, love and friendship.

The Elders are fronted by charismatic Irishman, Ian Byrne from County Wicklow, and backed by a group of wicked-fine Kansas City musicians. Band members include guitarist Stephen Phillips, bassist Norm Dahlor, fiddler Brent Hoad, drummer Tommy Sutherland, and keyboardist Joe Miquelon. All are well-known veteran musicians having played in numerous recording and touring bands before forming The Elders.

The band is already familiar to many television viewers, thanks to the more than 100 PBS stations that have aired their Live at the Gem Concert Special.

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