Pol Mac Adaim
A combination of Irish/Celtic traditional/Contmporary music with a radical edge.
6
songs
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Leg of the Duck O'Rafferty's jigs
Leg of the Duck O'Rafferty's jigs
A set of two jigs performed by Patrick Martin (Uillean pipes) and Pól Mac Adaim (Guitar, bódhrán)
"Leg of the Duck O'Rafferty's jigs" is a Traditional Irish World track by Pol Mac Adaim on SoundClick. It provides textures that deepen the overall emotional resonance. This is a remarkable offering in this genre from this independent artist. It has reached the top 10 on the SoundClick Traditional Irish chart, peaking at #6. "Leg of the Duck O'Rafferty's jigs" is part of the Pol Mac Adaim catalog on SoundClick, where independent artists connect with a global audience.
If We don't Help them now
If We don't Help them now
A contemporary Celtic arrangement.
"If We don't Help them now" by Pol Mac Adaim is a Traditional Irish World production available on SoundClick. The track showcases Pol Mac Adaim's instinct for crafting memorable music. The arrangement unfolds with a natural ease, guiding the listener through a more immersive experience. It has reached the top 10 on the SoundClick Traditional Irish chart, peaking at #5. SoundClick gives artists like Pol Mac Adaim a platform to share original Traditional Irish World music with listeners around the world.
The Well Below the Valley
The Well Below the Valley
A contemporary Celtic arrangement.
"The Well Below the Valley" by Pol Mac Adaim is a Traditional Irish World production available on SoundClick. It rewards close listening, revealing new details on each playthrough. This is a remarkable offering in this genre from this independent artist. It has reached the top 10 on the SoundClick Traditional Irish chart, peaking at #3. Stream "The Well Below the Valley" and explore more from Pol Mac Adaim on SoundClick.
Lord Baker
Lord Baker
A contemporary Irish/Celtic arrangement.
SoundClick artist Pol Mac Adaim presents "Lord Baker", a remarkable release in the Traditional Irish World genre. The production choices feel intentional, giving the track a distinct character. The arrangement unfolds with a natural ease, guiding the listener through a more immersive experience. "Lord Baker" has peaked at number 4 on the SoundClick Traditional Irish chart. Pol Mac Adaim is an independent artist on SoundClick, releasing Traditional Irish World music directly to fans worldwide.
The Red Flag
The Red Flag
A Traditional Irish World track by Pol Mac Adaim.
"The Red Flag" is a Traditional Irish World track by Pol Mac Adaim on SoundClick. The arrangement reflects a careful attention to detail that rewards repeated listening. The arrangement unfolds with a natural ease, guiding the listener through a more immersive experience. It has reached the top 10 on the SoundClick Traditional Irish chart, peaking at #5. "The Red Flag" is part of the Pol Mac Adaim catalog on SoundClick, where independent artists connect with a global audience.
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'Pol is blessed with a superb folk voice and sings with a real heartfelt passion.' Greenman Music Review.
'This is a true voice, a real voice and a protest voice something we have been missing for some time in Folk Music.' Anna Livia FM. Dublin Radio.
'Meet the voice of the people'. Andersonstown News.
'The power of music!'. North Belfast News.
'Like it A Lot!'. Christy Moore.
'One man revolution.The next Christy Moore!' AP/RN.
'Gets the boot into folk!. Sunday world.
'The musicianship here is excellent, and even the spartan arrangements to some of the songs show MacAdaim's skill for matching music to words. I very much want to hear more from this talented individual!' Rambles Music Magazine.
Band/artist history
Pól MacAdaim is 30 years old and was born in Belfast. He first became involved in playing music at the age of 9. Through the years he has learnt to play in a wide range of styles including Folk, Appalachian, Cajun, Rock, Soul and Contemporary. He is also skilled in a variety of instruments ranging from tin whistles, Traditional Irish flute, Low whistles, Uilleann pipes, harmonicas, guitars (acoustic/Bass), Mandolin, and the Tenor banjo to Bodhran and general percussion in rhythm section. He has also developed vocals in backing and lead modes.
Pól began audio engineering 10 years ago and has been involved in producing music for the last five years.
He tours throughout Europe playing mainly traditional Irish music and has also toured in America.
His music addresses various issues and his lyrics carries a radical punch.
He is responsible for the music during the opening scenes of Peter Mullan's acclaimed film 'The Magdalene Sisters'.
Have you performed in front of an audience?
Of course, I'd be mad not to! I perform in Europe and the U.S.
Your musical influences
I have many influences, the main ones would include Woody Guthrie, Jim Page, Jackson Browne, Christy Moore, Jack Warshaw and Dick Gaughan.
Ireland
ID
177012
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