The Dubliners and The Highstool Prophets

Formed in Dublin in 1962, the Dubliners are an influential traditional Irish folk band known for their raw pub style. Achieving a breakthrough with their 1967 hit Seven Drunken Nights, the band collaborated with artists like the Pogues and Hothouse Flowers.

The Highstool Prophets, an Irish folk band from Cavan, formed in 2013, are celebrated for their energetic blend of traditional and contemporary folk and country music. Known for foot-stomping anthems and soulful ballads, their cover of "This is the Life" has garnered millions of views. They earned "Best Folk Band" at The Irish Entertainment Awards. Their discography includes singles like "Hand in Hand" and "WolfeTones Medley".