Ranagri is a dynamic contemporary folk band that blends traditional Irish and British roots with modern influences and world music textures. Known for their innovative instrumentation, they fuse voices, harp, flutes, guitar and percussion to create a sound that is both deeply rooted in folk traditions and refreshingly original.
"A really serious proposition live"
Mark Radcliffe BBC Radio 2
The Wife of Usher's Well
Live at Cropredy Festival 2024
One of the highlights of summer 2024 was our appearance at Cropredy Festival @fairportscropredyconventio7613 . This is the opening track. Big thnks to Nev Bull for filming, Paul Smith & Drew Coleman for sound and Duncan Chappell at @midnightmangoltd
Their music is characterized by intricate vocal harmonies, rhythmic energy, and evocative storytelling that explores themes ranging from mythology to social and environmental issues. With a reputation for captivating live performances, Ranagri has played at major festivals and venues across Europe.
Folk On foot in Ireland
Walk with us on the farm that gave us our name. The family of guitarist and singer Dónal Rogers have worked this land in County Carlow since the 1600s. His Mum, Lena, still lives there and tells stories of growing up in the three room thatched farm house she shared with her mother and ten siblings. There was no electricity or running water and all cooking was on the open fire. Horses were used to pull the plough. Then Ranagri play the music inspired by her memories. Listen here to FOLK ON FOOT
✨ New Album New Songs! ✨
It was Christmas 2024 and we were on our traditional winter tour in Germany. We spot a beautiful old church in a beautiful old city called Tübingen. We popped in to say a prayer & sing the chorus of 'Say Hello' a new song from our forthcoming album to be released in 2025
‘Will you say hello to the ones I know;
To the folks I love who won’t grow old.
To the pioneers working through the years,
Will you say a prayer and say hello.’
'Band of the Year 2022’
Fatea Magazine Awards
'The uplifting musical life force that is Ranagri'
Matthew Bannister, Folk On Foot
'You're unlikely to hear anything more irresistible & more folky this year'
Louder Than War.
‘Voices and instruments combine to astound the listener with some of the most attention-grabbing music I’ve heard in a long time’
KlofMag
'Ranagri - a sound that's completely new, which has great energy and immediately makes you want to dance'
Katie Derham - BBC Radio 3
'Nothing short of Magnificent'
Liverpool Sound & Vision
'Oozes class' - Fatea Magazine
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