Beoga (gaelic for ‘lively’) are a five-piece band based in County Antrim, Ireland. Formed in 2002, they have become one of the most popular and influential ensembles in modern Irish music.  Their unique sound features the twin dueling accordions of Damian McKee and multi-instrumentalist Seán Óg Graham, pianist Liam Bradley and four times All-Ireland bodhrán champion Eamon Murray. In 2005, the lineup was complete, with the addition Niamh Dunne, one of Ireland’s premier young talents, on vocals and fiddle.

The bedrock of their sound lies firmly within the Irish tradition. However, they are not afraid to incorporate other genres’ nuances into their music. From bluesy riffs to Astor Piazzola-style jazz, to a raunchy New Orleans jamboree vibe, their music always returns to a wonderfully bouncy Irish sound. The result is traditional, with a huge sense of fun and adventure and it all works - wonderfully well. Beoga’s have produced three critically acclaimed albums and their 2009 release, The Incident was GRAMMY shortlisted for Best Contemporary World Music Album.

Beoga have gaining notoriety for it’s charismatic rapport with audiences and the highly energetic performances. Described by the Wall Street Journal as ‘the best traditional band to emerge from Ireland this century’, Beoga’s new 2011 album HOW TO TUNE A FISH showcases an explosive and quirky new collection of songs and compositions, with the Beoga stamp of creativity present from the start. With their unique blend of inventive arrangements, virtuosi instrumental talents and beautiful vocals, Beoga’s popularity continues to flourish as they captivate audiences on a global scale.