The Brigideens, a brand-new acoustic powerhouse, fiery female band came together as a group of talented musicians and singers from the Celtic and Americana traditions. The new group is led by Grammy awarded, Emmy-nominated, 9-time All-Ireland Fiddle Champion, Eileen Ivers, who formed the group to showcase the mighty dimension of talent in today’s female artists. Native New Yorkers Caitlin Maloney sings lead vocals and Hilary Hawke plays 5-string banjo, upright bass, clarinet, and background vocals. Anna Colliton, a Chicago native, is a master of the bodhran, the traditional Irish frame drum, and adds cajon/percussion. From Maryland, guitarist and vocalist Colin Forhan also plays tenor banjo and concertina. Colin performs double duty as a member of Eileen Ivers and Universal Roots.
