Mad Dog Mcrea blend a unique mixture of folk rock, pop, gypsy jazz, bluegrass and ‘shake your ass’ music. From self- penned songs of adventure, drinking, love and life, to traditional songs of gypsies, fairies, legless pirates and black flies – Mad Dog never fail to capture their audience with their infectious songs. In constant demand and having played just about every festival and two-bit, jibe-arsed dive in Christendom, Mad Dog Mcrea are, in every sense of the word, a live, band.

Matched with the unshakable dedication of their massive and “loyal-to-the-hilt", fan base – Mad Dog Mcrea are more than just a very popular, festival act – with five albums under their belts, they are serious and acclaimed recording artists too. December 2019 saw Mad Dog Mcrea released a 5-track EP titled 'It's a Sign'.

The famous purple happy bus is fired up and ready for action, and there’s room for you – jump aboard!

“This is music that transcends the run-of-the-mill Irish Wannabes and leaves them standing.” – Acoustic Magazine

“It’s always a joy to me when something jumps up and smacks you between the eyes – Mad Dog Mcrea did that to me” - Mike Harding

“A sound mixed, mashed and finely honed through years of live gigs” – Rock ‘n Reel Magazine

“This is rowdy, heartfelt, room shaking and spirit-stirring music that only the dead can’t enjoy.” - ltdstate.com

“Musical magicians Mad Dog Mcrea are synonymous not only with a damn good party but also quality musicianship and the odd surprise” – Talk Torbay

Forged on the rugged North Cornish coast, Banjovial was brought to life by friends Calum, Jamie and Tom, with the sole intention of merging time served seagoing experiences with exquisite musicianship and delivering to audiences far and wide. As the music developed, Celtic passion and a love of old time found its natural place, and out of the melting pot came an identity that blends the region's rich maritime heritage with infectious rhythms and melodies, creating a sound that is both nostalgic and exhilarating. Having played extensively together as part of the popular Celtic folk band The Stowes, the trio seamlessly intertwine with each other’s unique playing style to create an energetic, yet effortless musical experience, masterfully weaving the rich traditions of nautical songs and shanties with the vibrant sounds of Celtic and bluegrass music. From self-penned songs of seafaring and misadventure to sing-along folk ballads and shanties dutifully mixed with fast paced jigs and reels, this genre defining trio have made a space they proudly refer to as Shanty Grass. Inspiration is drawn from every direction, and fans of We Banjo 3, Gaelic Storm, Skipinnish and The Longest John’s (to name just a few!) will feel comfortingly familiar in this space. The collaboration between Irish Banjo maestro Damien O’Kane and Bluegrass heavyweight Ron Block in particular was pivotal to the vision and creation of Banjovial. So, whether you're a seafaring soul or a landlocked dreamer, Banjovial invites you to join them on a musical journey that celebrates the enduring spirit of the sea and endless quest for musical perfection.