Mon 10 November 2025 8:00pm

Gatehouse

at The Folklore Rooms, Brighton

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Gatehouse are proud to present the music that has been the very heartbeat of the west of Ireland for generations.

Here we find four kindred spirits with one common purpose - keeping the old school approach ticking over nicely. There’s no doubt Gatehouse have tapped into a rich cultural stream and many find their fresh, exciting approach appealing. Mairéad Ní Mhaonaigh of Altan, describes their playing as “music that lifts the spirits”.

The band has rightly won much praise from the media, and their set is always a lively affair, well constructed with an equal share of songs and instrumentals. Now well established both in Ireland and Europe they're a band not to be missed!

Gatehouse

Gatehouse are an Irish traditional band. The four members are Rachel Garvey (Vocals), Jacinta McEvoy (guitar and concertina), John McEvoy (fiddle and mandolin) and John Wynne (flute and whistles). Since getting together the band have gained a reputation for their tasteful interpretation of traditional songs and vibrant instrumentals, combining “masterful technical proficiency” with “vocal numbers where the sparkle glows”. The band have toured extensively, drawing audiences into their world of infectious rhythms and soothing vocals. Their subtle instrumental interplay, innovative accompaniment and enchanting vocals refreshes the ear and provides a unique insight into the roots of their tradition. “Gatehouse is obviously steeped in tradition but also very cognisant of stylistic innovations” Boston Irish.

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