Kíla
February 1, 2025 @ 9:30 pm – 11:00 pm
Kíla is an acclaimed Irish band renowned for their dynamic fusion of traditional Irish music with a wide range of global influences, creating a unique and high-energy sound. Formed in Dublin in the late 1980s by a group of school friends, including brothers Rónán, Colm, and Rossa Ó Snodaigh, Kíla has since become a staple of the Irish music scene. The band’s lineup also includes talented multi-instrumentalists, contributing to their rich and diverse sound that blends traditional instruments like the bodhrán, fiddle, and uileann pipes with African, Latin, and Eastern European rhythms.
Kíla is known for their electrifying live performances, where they create an immersive, almost spiritual atmosphere through their music. Their energetic stage presence and genre-blurring compositions have earned them a global fanbase, and they have performed at major festivals worldwide, from Glastonbury to the Montreux Jazz Festival.
Over the years, Kíla has released numerous albums that showcase their musical versatility, including critically acclaimed works like Tóg É Go Bog É and Gamblers’ Ballet. They have also contributed to film soundtracks, most notably for the Oscar-nominated animated films The Secret of Kells and Song of the Sea.
Kíla’s music continues to evolve, combining their deep respect for Irish musical traditions with their passion for exploring new sounds, making them one of Ireland’s most innovative and enduring musical acts.
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