The Amazing Lowlandic Folk Explosion brings together five of the most formidable talents in the European Irish traditional music scene for an unforgettable night at Mulligan’s. Bound by a shared passion for the raw energy of Irish trad and forged in the vibrant session culture of the Netherlands, this powerhouse quintet delivers a rare, high-octane double-pipe soundscape rooted in deep virtuosity and irresistible groove.

The Lineup:

• Stijn van Beek & Michael Boere (Uilleann Pipes & Whistles): Fronting the band with a dual-piping attack, Stijn (founding member of LQR and Poitín) and Michael (Dreadnought) combine decades of master-class piping experience. Expect soaring harmonies, lightning-fast unison passages, and the unmistakable, rich swell of two sets of uilleann pipes firing in sync.
• Anneke Eijkelboom (Fiddle): Bringing warmth, lift, and sweeping regional flair, Anneke’s vibrant fiddle playing intertwines seamlessly with the pipes, weaving intricate melodic lines through the heart of every tune.
• Tijn Berends (Bouzouki & Concertina): Providing both driving harmonic foundation and crisp melodic counterpoint, Tijn switches effortlessly between the rhythmic punch of the bouzouki and the nimble, bouncy phrasing of the Anglo concertina.
• Suzanne Leeuw (Bodhrán): The heartbeat of the group, Suzanne (Assassins) grounds the ensemble with dynamic top-end bodhrán technique, driving complex syncopated rhythms that keep the reels flying and the floor moving.