John Byrne & John Byrne Band

With influences ranging from Tom Waits to Planxty, Dublin native and Philadelphia resident John Byrne honors and expands upon the musical and lyrical traditions of his native Ireland. Critics have called his writing “powerful, deeply moving work that will stay with you long after you have heard it” (Sing Out). As a solo/acoustic act and or with a full band, John logs in over 150 shows per year, building a loyal and devoted following across the US. John’s album of folk songs recorded with his father, John Sr. has been included in the National Folk Music Archives in Ireland. "He's good, period, with material that's edgy yet accessible in a Luka Bloom meets Bob Dylan kind of way." Philadelphia Daily News