There have also been plenty of blues festivals and events in Ireland, which have brought the styles to a greater number of people. The Cork Jazz Festival is a massive annual offering that attracts thousands, while there’s also the Dublin Blues, Roots, and Brass Festival that brings in local and international blues enthusiasts. The events are a prime opportunity to celebrate the heritage of these music varieties and showcase some of the best talents around.
The influence of reggae and blues music in Ireland goes beyond the music scene and has had a broader impact on the entertainment industry. It’s clear that the incorporation of these genres into Ireland’s entertainment landscape has helped bring diversity and richness to the culture of the country. This has, in turn, led to the attraction of more diverse audiences to Irish entertainment.
Companies that offer entertainment to people in Ireland now must consider this diversity, and market their offerings to a broad spectrum of consumers. Many festivals are now geared toward as wide ranging a demographic as possible. For example, the Electric Picnic and the Body & Soul Festival have both featured reggae and blues acts, alongside local musicians and DJs.
Steve Winwood - Domingo Morning
- Genre: Pop/Rock
- Released on: June 17, 2003
- Recorded in: Wincraft Studios, England
"A child prodigy, Steve Winwood first performed live on stage at the age of 8 in his father’s trad jazz band, and joined the Spencer Davis Group at 14. His stunning vocal style was compared to Ray Charles."
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