17th January 2025 | |
7.30pm | |
The Glasgow Barrowland Ballroom 244 Gallowgate, Glasgow City Centre G4 0TT |
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£24.75 Find Tickets |
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Event organiser/part of Celtic Connections | |
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Mec Lir, a dynamic quartet from the Isle of Man and Glasgow, has captivated festival audiences globally since their debut at Brittany's Festival Interceltique de Lorient. Their music blends traditional Celtic sounds with electro synths and drums, with the fiddle at the forefront. Known for their fast-paced, energetic performances, they've played at renowned events like Celtic Colours, Shetland Folk Festival, and Celtic Connections 2022. Fronted by fiddle virtuoso Tomas Callister, their second album Livewire gained critical acclaim, topping iTunes World Music charts. Mec Lir’s legendary live shows continue to electrify audiences worldwide.
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