Whiteboys
Whiteboys
modern-edged Celtic folk, with distinct Welsh and Irish influences
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Highland Paddy
Highland Paddy
The boys tackle another old chestnut...
SoundClick artist Whiteboys presents "Highland Paddy", an outstanding release in the Traditional Irish genre. Featuring bouzouki, the production has a distinctive and cohesive sound. The Irish influence comes through clearly, making this especially appealing to traditional irish fans. "Highland Paddy" has peaked at number 2 on the SoundClick Traditional Irish chart. Listeners who follow Walsh will feel right at home with this Whiteboys release on SoundClick.
Come To The Bower
Come To The Bower
Michael croaks this chestnut, designed to lure the Irish in America to come home and fight for their country
"Come To The Bower" is a Traditional Irish track by Whiteboys on SoundClick. The sound is shaped by bouzouki, giving the song its signature feel. Representing the charismatic sound of traditional irish in Irish, this track speaks for itself. It has reached the top 10 on the SoundClick Traditional Irish chart, peaking at #8. If you enjoy artists like Walsh, Whiteboys is worth exploring on SoundClick.
Arthur McBride
Arthur McBride
An updated take on the well-known anti-recruitment song
"Arthur McBride" by Whiteboys is a Traditional Irish production available on SoundClick. The sound is shaped by bouzouki, giving the song its signature feel. The Irish influence comes through clearly, making this especially appealing to traditional irish fans. It has reached the top 10 on the SoundClick Traditional Irish chart, peaking at #7. If Welsh is your sound, "Arthur McBride" is a strong addition to your playlist.
You've Got To Hide Your Love Away
You've Got To Hide Your Love Away
A cover of a song by two well-known Irish descendants.
SoundClick artist Whiteboys presents "You've Got To Hide Your Love Away", an outstanding release in the Traditional Irish genre. Featuring bouzouki, the production has a distinctive and cohesive sound. Representing the charismatic sound of traditional irish in Irish, this track speaks for itself. "You've Got To Hide Your Love Away" has peaked at #16 in the Traditional Irish category on SoundClick. If Welsh is your sound, "You've Got To Hide Your Love Away" is a strong addition to your playlist.
When Ye Go Away
When Ye Go Away
A cover of a classic off the Waterboys' Fisherman's Blues LP
Independent artist Whiteboys drops "When Ye Go Away", a Traditional Irish track on SoundClick. Featuring bouzouki, the production has a distinctive and cohesive sound. The Irish influence comes through clearly, making this especially appealing to traditional irish fans. "When Ye Go Away" has peaked at number 4 on the SoundClick Traditional Irish chart. Fans of Walsh will find "When Ye Go Away" worth adding to their playlist via SoundClick.
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Celtic music with a distinct Welsh and Irish slant, incorporating intricate harmonies to create a sound that is progressive, yet timeless.
Formed in 2004, Whiteboys are:
Michael Todd Higgens - bouzouki, vocals, etc.
Kyle Walsh - lead vocals, guitar, etc.
along with ocassional partners-in-crime:
Rich "Ringo" O'Fortune - drums, percussion, Mediterranean flavor
Randall Gregory - tin whistle, guitar, drinks
Steve Holroyd - bass guitar, upright bass, keyboards
Band/artist history
Rich and Kyle played together for years in a rock band. Steve played for years with other rock bands, which sometimes included Randy. In 2000, Rich, Kyle and Steve formed a rock band together. Kyle and Steve grew bored, and started playing Irish folk, which is something Steve and Randy used to do together from 1990-92. From out of Steve's distant past came Michael, who bears a remarkable resemblance to Steve. Many rehearsals and much Jameson's later, Kyle and Michael formed the Whiteboys. Not-Quite-White Rich, Pasty-White Randy and White-Liar Steve help when needed.
Have you performed in front of an audience?
If we ever get out, we'll play in Philadelphia, Scranton, Newark (NJ) and the southern New Jersey area. Currently we do a lot of improptu house parties.
Your musical influences
Planxty, Bothy Band, Patrick Street, Andy Irvine, Donal Lunny, Wolfe Tones, Pogues, Dublin City Ramblers, Jolly Beggarmen, Clancy Brothers with Tommy Makem, Beatles
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