Glen Hansard

The Song Remains: Glen Hansard (1970-2026)

August 3, 2026 Martin Johnson 0

Busker, songwriter and actor who helped keep Ireland’s culture on the world’s stage. Irish singer-songwriter and actor Glen Hansard was killed in a single-vehicle motorcycle crash in the early morning of Wednesday 29 July in West […]

Shane MacGowan tribute album to be released in November

June 9, 2026 Richard Parkinson 0

Victoria Mary Clarke, in partnership with Rubyworks, has officially revealed the complete artist lineup and track list for 20th Century Paddy – The Songs Of Shane MacGowan tribute album which is set for release on 13th […]

Video: The Swell Season “Great Weight”

July 10, 2025 Andrew Frolish 0

In the video for recent single ‘Great Weight’ from The Swell Season, we are privileged to see fine musicians collaborate and perform. At the heart of The Swell Season is the acclaimed duo of Glen Hansard […]

Video: The Swell Season “Stuck in Reverse”

May 19, 2025 Andrew Frolish 1

Here’s the latest single from Oscar-winning duo Glen Hansard & Markéta Irglová, also known as The Swell Season. With gently insistent percussion, Irglová’s atmospheric keys and sweeping strings from Marja Gaynor on violin and viola Bertrand […]

The Swell Season move “Forward” in June

May 7, 2025 Keith Hargreaves 0

The Swell Season (Glen Hansard and Markéta Irglová) have announced their first new album in 16 years, “Forward”, will be released on June 13th. An eight-song collection, it was produced by Sturla Mio Thorisson and recorded […]