Solas is lighting up stages across the globe as they celebrate three decades of pushing boundaries and honoring traditions in Irish music. Hailed by The Boston Globe as “the finest Celtic ensemble this country has ever produced,” and by The Wall Street Journal as “an Irish traditional band bearing all the marks of greatness,” Solas continues to captivate audiences with their spellbinding musicianship and genre-defying creativity.
“SAMA: To Listen” is a documentary directed by Darek Mazzone, a filmmaker, radio host, and cultural connector whose lifelong work has centered on the transformative power of music and Produced by John Goodfellow, a musician, author and developer based in Seattle
Simon Okelo and One Vibe Band with Special Guests - The Madaraka Black Tie Gala 2026: Music That Heals & Empowers
Led by Kenyan-born artist Simon Javan Okelo, One Vibe Band blends African rhythms, soulful vocals, and global sounds to inspire unity and joy. Based in Seattle, they’ve performed nationwide and internationally, uplifting audiences through powerful performances that celebrate culture, connection, and community.
“Gnoss are one of those rare birds in folk: a group you can name after hearing their first notes.” - Folk Radio UK
