Dublinesque Released Their Debut Album
The San Francisco-based group dropped their first record on October 7, 2026, featuring a mix of original tracks and traditional Irish music.
Updated on Oct. 7, 2026 in Folk
The band Dublinesque, which formed locally to accompany a children's music class, has officially released its debut self-titled album. The record draws on the diverse musical backgrounds of its members and aims to capture the spirit of house parties in Dublin.
Why it matters
The project serves as a creative vehicle for frontman Eamonn Flynn to channel his musical heritage into a local context. The release marks a milestone for the ensemble, which blends traditional Irish roots with soul and gospel influences.
This release follows Eamonn Flynn's arrival in San Francisco 10 years ago, following his work on the 1991 soundtrack for The Commitments.
The players
Eamonn Flynn
The band's vocalist, songwriter, and pianist who moved to San Francisco in 2016.
Little Village
A non-profit record company that produced the debut album.
Darcy Noonan
The fiddler for the group.
Hector Bragado
The banjo player for the group.
Félim Egan
The accordion and bodhrán player for the group.
The details
The album was produced by the non-profit record company Little Village. In addition to frontman Eamonn Flynn, who contributes as a vocalist, songwriter, and pianist, the band includes fiddler Darcy Noonan, banjo player Hector Bragado, and Félim Egan on accordion and bodhrán.
Timeline
1991: Eamonn Flynn played on the soundtrack for The Commitments.
2016: Eamonn Flynn relocated to San Francisco.
October 7, 2026: The band released their debut album.
Across the Bay
The group's sound reflects Eamonn Flynn's career history, specifically his work on the 1991 soundtrack for The Commitments. This record updates his professional trajectory from a major film project to a local, independent production here in San Francisco.
Local listeners can now stream the record to hear the collaborative work of artists based in San Francisco, Oakland, Guernica, and County Offaly. The album is available for those interested in hearing the latest project from the city's independent music scene.
The takeaway
The debut album captures a blend of soul, gospel, and traditional Irish music born from local collaboration. Listeners can explore the tracks to hear how Eamonn Flynn has integrated his musical history into the local scene.
Further reading
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