June 10, 2025 Doors open at 6 pm.  Music begins at 7:00 PM

Experience the soulful melodies of John Byrne LIVE and in person at the beautiful Grand Island Liederkranz, an evening of live music that promises to captivate and inspire. 

John Byrne is a Dublin native and Philadelphia-based musician who also performs with his own band The John Byrne Band. Their debut album, After the Wake, was released to critical acclaim on both sides of the Atlantic in 2011. With influences ranging from Tom Waits to Planxty, John’s songwriting honors and expands upon the musical and lyrical traditions of his native and adopted homes.

“If any element of Celtic, Americana or Indie-Folk is your thing, then this album (The Immigrant and the Orphan) is an absolute yes” Beehive Candy

“It’s a gorgeous, nostalgic record filled with themes of loss, hope, history and lost loves; everything that tugs at your soul and spills your blood and guts…The Immigrant and the Orphan scorches the earth and emerges tough as nails” Jane Roser – That Music Mag

“Up and coming Trad star hits the sweet spot…beautifully played…its Byrne’s natural vocal delivery that makes the album stand out from the crowd” Hot Press (Ireland)