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RUNA
Irish-American band RUNA continues to push the boundaries of Celtic music, earning them a reputation as one of the most innovative Irish folk groups of this generation. Interweaving the exuberant tunes and haunting melodies of Ireland and Scotland with the intoxicating rhythms of jazz, bluegrass, flamenco and blues, they offer a thrilling take on traditional music.
The name RUNA means “mystery” or “secret lore,” and “when they are onstage together, there is truly a mystical quality to their playing,” according to irishphiladelphia.com.
RUNA consists of vocalist Shannon Lambert-Ryan of Philadelphia, Dublin-born guitarist, Fionán de Barra, acclaimed drummer Cheryl Prashker (Full Frontal Folk, Jonathan Edwards), fiddler Jake James of New York, and three-time Canadian fiddle champion Tom Fitzgerald, who also plays mandolin.
RUNA’s sixth album, TEN: The Errant Night! received praise on both sides of the Atlantic and has been nominated for Best World/Traditional Song (“An Buachaillín Bán”) in the Independent Music Awards!
The group has been honored internationally, winning Top Group and Top Traditional Group in the Irish Music Awards and three Independent Music Awards including Best LIVE Album and Best World/Traditional Song.
“Runa achieves (freshness and relevancy) with something to spare with their blend of Americana-influenced Irish folk.” The Living Tradition