Ready to break through: 14 Irish music acts to watch out for in 2025
Strange Boy, Holly Macve and The Cliffords are included in our ones to watch in the world of music for 2025
Fresh from playing Other Voices in December, Cork five-piece the Cliffords are already ensured of a big 12 months ahead. They’ve been handpicked by Dermot Kennedy for Misneach, his festival taking place on St Patrick’s Day in Sydney, and are playing the SXSW showcase. Led by Iona Lynch, they released debut EP, Strawberry Scented, in April 2024, a couple of tracks reaching skyscraper heights. With another EP planned soon, they couple make like Sprints and enjoy acclaim from all comers. A band to root for.
