Leahy is a powerhouse Celtic music group and one of Canada’s most renowned musical families. To date, they have sold more than half a million albums worldwide, achieved Double Platinum status in their home country and won three JUNOs. Leahy’s story began with a family of 11 siblings whose musical abilities gained them attention from around the world. Their life became the subject of an Academy Award-winning documentary that foretold the success that would follow (The Leahys: Music Most of All). Playing everything from fiddle, piano, guitar, drums, bass, and accordion to singing, step dancing, and composing, the Leahy family were steeped in a world of music. 

Leahy’s newest recording, LEAHY Live In Concert, is the 9th addition to the platinum-selling band’s celebrated discography. The tracks on this record were captured during a live performance in Kingston, Ontario which was being filmed as part of a video series, LEAHY: From the Inside, where the group shares an inside look at the creative process that brings their music to life. 

Featured live recording, “Roots,” is a powerful track that puts the spotlight on the group’s propensity to blend their roots and traditional Celtic music with modern instruments and sounds.  In this case, the edgy vibe is immediately charged by Xavier’s electric guitar and the tight combination of drums and bass (think Thin Lizzy), setting the stage for stellar twin-fiddle performances by Erin and up and coming talent Savannah Leahy (Xavier’s sister). 

The recording experience was very natural with a heightened level of energy. But the music was in its natural state…being played and shared live. More of a raw and spontaneous vibe that is hard to capture inside a studio. – Maria Leahy (Acoustic Guitar/Banjo/Mandolin)