Derek Byrne
Derek Byrne - Celtic Bluegrass Balladeer

My music is Celtic Bluegrass with a world beat. My songs are inspired by the love of my wife and children and my love for Ireland. 
I toured the world with Riverdance as a singer and percussionist for 6 years. After 4 years with my Irish Band "Eidir", I am now a solo artist. I play banjo and all sorts of ethnic percussion. The beats are looped live and acoustic, then layered with five string banjo and vocal harmonies to create a new tribal texture. My set list is primarily original with a good mix of Irish and Bluegrass folk songs.  I play some Acoustic Rock and Country covers too. Come see a show, I guarantee you'll find something new.

I met my wife while I was on tour with Riverdance. She worked back stage at the "Auditorium" theater in Milwaukee. After a three year long distance relationship, I left the show and married her. We have two kids, Cael and Keira, their love is my biggest inspiration.


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