The Elders (band)

The band is known for their Americana and Celtic rock roots that intertwine varying styles, textures and broad harmonies. The band blends socially conscious and vibrant narratives which explore history and life in the United States, Ireland and beyond. == Career ==

Since forming in 1998, The Elders have released nine studio albums, four live albums, one compilation album and four DVDs. The Elders are fronted by Ian Byrne, a native of Ireland's County Wicklow, founding member Norm Dahlor, on bass, and Kian Byrne, drummer, multi-instrumentalist, born in Dublin, Shannon O'Shea, fiddler, Liam Latas, Guitar, and Dan Loftus on keyboards. They have played festivals, pubs and theaters across the United States, Ireland and other parts of Europe. The band has performed at festivals in Philadelphia, New York City, Cleveland, Chicago, Milwaukee, Denver, and Dublin, Ohio and others. The Elders' songs have been played on more than 120 U.S. radio stations and have been featured live on WoodSongs Old-Time Radio Hour. Their "Live at the Gem" concert show was broadcast on more than 100 PBS stations. In 2018, the band discontinued regular touring. On September 30, 2020, it was announced that guitarist Steve Phillips died due to pulmonary fibrosis caused by COVID-19. ==Members==

Current members • Ian Byrne– vocals, bodhrán, percussion • Norm Dahlor – bass, banjo, guitar, vocals • Kian Byrne – drums, percussion, mandolin, bass • Shannon O'Shea - fiddle • Liam Latas -guitar • Dan Loftus - keyboards Former members • Diana Ladio - fiddle • Michael Bliss – vocals, bass • Tommy Dwyer – drums • Randy Riga – accordion • Brett Gibson – accordion • Tommy Sutherland - Drums, Percussion • Joe Miquelon - keyboards • Shawn Poores - Drums • Colin Farrell - fiddle, whistles • Steve Phillips – guitar, mandolin, vocals • Brent Hoad - Fiddle, vocals (died 2026) ==Discography==

• The Elders (2000) • Pass It on Down (2002) • American Wake (2004) • The Best Crowd We Ever Had (2004) • Live at the Gem (2005) • Racing the Tide (2006) • Alive and Live in Ireland (2007) • Gael Day (2009) • The Best of The Elders Volume 1 (2010) • ''Wanderin' Life & Times'' (2011) • "The Elders: Hoolie" (2012) • "Story Road" (2014) • "True" (2017) • “Well Alright Then” (2022) ==Filmography==

• "Live at the Gem" (2005) • "Alive and Live In Ireland" (2007) • "American Music: OFF THE RECORD" (2008) • "The Elders: Hoolie" (2012) • "Live at The Uptown Theater" (2014) • "Evergy & The Elders Light up the Plaza" (2020) Emmy Winner ==References==