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 Back in 1989, a group of five musicians came together to record an album of local music, which was released as The Boys of Sligo. Inspired by the project, they decided to develop this informal gathering (which gathered weekly to play sessions in local pubs) into a working band under the name Dervish, which was chosen as it relates to any group of spiritual people who become enraptured by music.
It's now nearly 18 years since first coming together and with four of the original members still at the helm (current members are Brian McDonagh on mandola, Liam Kelly on flute and whistles, Tom Morrow on fiddle, Shane Mitchell on accordion, Michael Holmes on bouzouki, and the one and only Cathy Jordan on vocals, bodhrán and bones), Dervish are more in demand than ever. Their colorful career has taken them to every corner of the globe and has seen them share centre stage with such names as James Brown, The Buena Vista Social Club, Oasis, Sting, REM, Beck and many more.
Dervish are one of the most respected acts of modern time in World/Roots music worldwide. Their musical genius and innovative approach will ensure that they will be always be a leading force in Irish music, bringing the world the joy and excitement and fun that is traditional Irish music
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