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**Sweet Sixteen **

Written by James Thornton and made famous by the fantastic Furey Brothers and Davey Arthur..

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**Black Velvet Band ***

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*Beeswing *

Alot of requests for this song. Any other requests you have, just comment below 👍👍
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Thanks Kilkenny and everybody at @johncleeresbar for making it such a special night! We had a great time!
Thanks @davehollandkk for the great sound, and @raymondsmith1966 for the video snippets!
And a very special thanks to @cathalguinan for joining us on fiddle for this one!
A night to be remembered!

DROPS OF GREEN
Live @ Cleere's, Kilkenny
This Friday April 17th, 2026

Tickets at - https://cleeres.com/events-guide/drops-of-green/

Drops of Green are an accomplished award winning traditional Irish ballad and folk group that beautifully captures the essence of traditional Irish music. Formed in 2014, they have spent the last decade touring the world and playing at some of the biggest Irish festivals in Ireland, Europe, and the USA. Hailing from Kilkenny, Laois, Waterford, Clare and Austria, the band blends rich harmonies and evocative lyrics that reflect the cultural heritage of Ireland. Their repertoire includes classic ballads, lively folk tunes, and original compositions, all infused with a deep appreciation for storytelling and the Irish musical tradition. The band’s members, each bringing their unique background and musical influences, create a vibrant sound that resonates with audiences both at home and abroad. Drops of Green engage listeners with their heartfelt performances and infectious energy. Their commitment to preserving and promoting Irish folk music is evident in every note they play, making them a beloved part of the Irish music scene.

With a growing fan base and a dedication to their craft, Drops of Green continue to inspire and connect people through the timeless beauty of Irish ballads and folk songs. Whether it’s a haunting melody or an upbeat jig, their music invites everyone to celebrate the rich tapestry of Irish culture.

#DROPSOFGREENMUSIC #TRADITIONALIRISHMUSIC #johncleeresbar #gigskilkenny #livemusickilkenny

I can see Cleere's now the rain has gone...
Don't miss our only hometown gig in Kilkenny this year!

@johncleeresbar
@kilkennygigguide

Tickets:
https://cleeres.com/events-guide/drops-of-green/

"Music is life. That's why our hearts have beats."

Happy Paddy's day everybody! A big thanks to the lovely crowd and the mighty staff at @live_at_theseanti last night! We were building up and tearing the place down.
And congrats @katelynccummins ! This one's for you! Up Laois!

Drops of Green er tilbage
Ægte irsk folkemusik, stærke harmonier og masser af stemning 🍀🎻
Drops of Green tager publikum med på en musikalsk rejse gennem Irlands rige ballade- og folktradition – leveret med nærvær, spilleglæde og smittende energi 🔥🎶
Glæd dig til en koncert fyldt med historier, fællesskab og irsk sjæl.
Det foregår på Sparekassen Danmark Scenen – Havnescenen fredag aften.
Køb billetter på skagenfestival.dk
#sommer #musicfestival #music #festival #hygge

Nearly as old as Robbie here...
Follow us down to south Co. Kilkenny, where we'll be celebrating this Paddys weekend in @live_at_theseanti , Kilmacow.
Sunday March 15th, 7pm.
There are only a handful of tickets left, so be quick:
https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/drops-of-green-tickets-1977363987917

Otherwise come and see us in Kilkenny city on Fri 17th of April, in @johncleeresbar !
Tickets are on their website:
https://cleeres.com/events-guide/drops-of-green/

The lads around the boiler making hot asphalt... while the lads around the table are playing hot tunes about them!
Here's another one from our mighty "The Drops kick Murphy" session with @georgemurphymusic and @seanreganmusic in @bobsbar_durrow lately. Thanks for joining the craic!
Hot Asphalt by the Dubliners.

#irish #folksong #dubliners #session

We had a good time of self reflection last night in the @imperialbarcavan with all those mirrors on the wall behind us on stage!
Thanks for having us, thanks for dancing, up Cavan!
Here's a snippet from The Dying Rebel, made famous by @thewolfetones .

#irish #folk #rebelsong

We had great fun the other night belting out a couple of good old songs with the mighty @georgemurphymusic .
School Days Over!
Thanks a mil George and @seanreganmusic for joining us, and @bobsbar_durrow for looking after us!

#irish #irishmusic #irishballads #dubliners #lukekelly #folkmusic