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The Wran

The Wran

Hailing from the Comeragh Mountains of County Waterford, The Wran are four brothers: Tommy, Danny, Seán and Stephen Dunford. They bring a fresh voice to Irish music, blending trad with punk and a hint of psychedelia to create music that feels both timeless and new. Drawing inspiration from Planxty, The Pogues and Lankum, 

The Wran combines traditional and modern instrumentation, including banjo, harmonium, acoustic guitar, bass VI and drums. They are dedicated to keeping the Irish language, traditional songs and storytelling alive while continuing to push it forward in their own way. 

After an explosive live debut in 2025, including accoladed performances at Glastonbury, Green Man, All Together Now, and Electric Picnic, the band went on to support The Scratch and Kíla, play Dublin’s Notable NYD festival, and sell out their first Irish tour. Beginning 2026 with a sold-out UK tour, The Wran are fast establishing themselves as one of Ireland’s most vital new bands. 

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Upcoming shows:

DateLocationVenueTickets
22-08-2026Dublin, IrelandDublin City Fleadh
05-09-2026Birmingham, West Midlands, United KingdomMoseley Folk & Arts Festival
09-10-2026Dublin, IrelandThe Workman's Club
10-10-2026Limerick, Co. Limerick, IrelandDolan's
11-10-2026Galway, Co. Galway, IrelandRóisín Dubh
15-10-2026Cork, United KingdomWavelength
16-10-2026Co. Kilkenny, IrelandCleeres Bar and Theatre
17-10-2026Belfast, United KingdomUlster Sports Club
07-11-2026Manchester, United KingdomThe Deaf Institute
08-11-2026Leeds, West Yorkshire, United KingdomThe Attic (Leeds)
10-11-2026Nottingham, United KingdomThe Bodega
11-11-2026Kings Heath, United KingdomHare and Hounds
12-11-2026London, United KingdomThe Lower Third
13-11-2026Bristol, United KingdomThekla