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With a driving acoustic sound and soaring vocal harmonies, Roane’s unique twist on traditional and original compositions have earned them a devoted following.  Roane began in 2012 when two vocal performance majors discovered their shared love of all things Celtic.  A few friends and family members later, Roane was playing festivals and events all over Michigan, and Pubs at home and in Ireland,

 

Roane’s audiences agree that their shows “spark joy”.  One fan writes, “Roane is my favorite. I could stand in the pub and listen to them all day.” 

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SATURDAY, JULY 12, 2025

3:00 pm and 10:30 pm on the Red Dragon Stage

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Ironwood band is a husband & wife, acoustic duo, from Holly MI. Ironwood is heavily inspired by Celtic and American folk music. Anna sings, and plays fiddle & mandolin, while Mark rocks the acoustic guitar, and electric bass.

 

Together they perform original songs as well as traditional Irish and folk. Their recorded songs and live performances are full of energy. This folkin’ band will have you on your feet!

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FRIDAY, JULY 11, 2025

6:00 pm on the Red Dragon Stage

SATURDAY, JULY 12, 2025

6:00 pm on the Red Dragon Stage

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Much of the thrill in experiencing a CrossBow performance actually transcends the music itself. This excitement stems from the contagious joy and camaraderie shared between the players, and communicated directly with their audience.

 

Apparent from the moment they hit the stage – these high-energy musicians naturally feed off of one another, creating a toe-tapping, shenanigan-filled, dynamic, wholly unique performance that shouldn’t be missed.

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Saturday, July 12, 2025

1:30 pm and 4:30 pm on the Red Dragon Stage

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Do you enjoy the lilt of the Old World with a rockin’ new beat? That’s Wakefire’s bread and butter, but they don’t stop there – they’ll soon have you dancing to their own mix of Celtic Rock, Baroque Pop, Americana, folk rock, and what they have coined Bohemian Cabaret . . .  and they’ll add a dash of pop culture for the nerds in the audience because they like those folks.

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Friday, July 11, 2025

9:45 pm on the Red Dragon Stage

Saturday, July 12, 2025

9:00 pm on the Red Dragon Stage

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Shannon Lee brings a cosmopolitan twist to the music of Sliabh Luachra. Featuring Hannah Harris on fiddle and vocals, and Alberto (Bear) Whitmer guitar and bodhran, the duo brings an act that is both an energizing and grounding experience. 

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Saturday, July 12, 2025

Noon on the Red Dragon Stage

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A gritty, Bluegrass-leaning Celtic Roots Rock Band out of Detroit, Brother Crowe focuses on original music while staying true to their Celtic Roots.  

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Audiences have loved Brother Crowe at: Cleveland Irish Cultural Festival; Iowa Irish Festival; Michigan Irish Music Festival; Milwaukee Irish Festival; Dayton Celtic Festival; Syracuse Irish Festival & Trad Fest; Motor City Irish Fest; Saline Celtic Festival; Cincinnati Celtic Festival; Chicago Gaelic Park Irish Fest; Indy Irish Fest; Detroit Highland Games; Chicago Scottish Festival & Highland Games; Alma Highland Festival; and many more!

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Friday, July 11, 2025

6:30 pm on the Red Dragon Stage

Saturday, July 12, 2025

7:30 pm on the Red Dragon Stage​

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America’s premier youth fiddling show band from Saline, Michigan, astounds audiences every time the group takes the stage. The musicians, all from Saline High School, present an energetic and polished show that features a diverse range of music from American folk, fiddle, bluegrass, jazz, western swing, and Celtic traditions. Spirited vocals and Appalachian step dancing combine with the instrumentals to create an unforgettable live performance.

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Saturday, July 12, 2025

10:15 & 11:30 am on the Dublin Stage

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