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For over a decade, David and Martin Howley have been at the heart of a musical revolution. As founding members of We Banjo 3, the Galway-born brothers brought Irish traditional music to new heights — blending it with Americana, bluegrass, and contemporary songcraft to create a sound beloved across the world. Their electrifying live shows, virtuosic playing, and brotherly chemistry made We Banjo 3 one of the most celebrated acts on the international folk scene.

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Now, the brothers return with a brand-new project: Howley — a re-imagining of that signature sound for a new era. With Martin’s dazzling mastery on banjo and mandolin and David’s unmistakable voice and rhythmic guitar, Howley is both a continuation and a renewal — rooted in tradition but reaching fearlessly toward the future.

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Joined by two world-class artists, Kiana June (fiddle, vocals) and Caitlin Leahy (percussion, flute, vocals), Howley expands the brothers’ trademark sound with lush harmonies, fiery fiddle, and rhythmic flair. The result is warm, vibrant, and deeply human — a band that feels both comfortingly familiar and thrillingly new.

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Martin Howley, a seven-time All-Ireland champion and the first Irish banjoist to perform on the Grand Ole Opry, brings dazzling precision and playful charisma to every performance.

David Howley, known for his soulful voice and magnetic stage presence, fuses the sensitivity of a songwriter with the power of a rock frontman.

Kiana June, the “fiddle-fueled” virtuoso of Gaelic Storm and Come From Away, infuses the music with both elegance and fire.

Caitlin Leahy, an accomplished multi-instrumentalist from the celebrated Leahy’s Luck family, provides rhythmic heartbeat and shimmering vocal textures.

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Together, they form a sound built on connection — the pulse of family, the spark of shared history, and the joy of collaboration.

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With Howley, the brothers have created something new: music that celebrates their past but looks ahead with open arms. Their live show is full of laughter, harmony, and heart — the kind of energy that reminds audiences why they fell in love with folk music in the first place.

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“Fans of We Banjo 3 will recognize the spirit — but Howley brings it into
a new light: deeper, braver, and bursting with soul.”