Off for Easter

Hi friends! Our usual third Sunday of the month performance falls on Easter this year, so we’ll be taking that day off to celebrate and enjoy time with family. Tá… Continue reading Off for Easter

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New Music: BBQ Road Trippin`

Get thee to a streamery! Our latest recording is BBQ Road Trippin` — Blair’s chronicle in song of his family’s road trip to the 50 best BBQ restaurants in Texas… Continue reading New Music: BBQ Road Trippin`

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St. Patrick’s Month is Upon Us

Hey friends! St. Patrick’s month is going to be a big one for us: we’ll be back at the Arneson Theater on the Riverwalk, at San Antonio’s Main Plaza for… Continue reading St. Patrick’s Month is Upon Us

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New Release: Oro Se

Dia duit, friends! Today we’re releasing our take on one of our favorite Irish language rebel songs, Oro Se. Grab a Guinness, put up your feet, give it a listen,… Continue reading New Release: Oro Se

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New Release: 100 Pipers & Swallowtail Jig

Hey folks! We’ve just released a new instrumental track to all of your favorite streaming services: 100 Pipers & Swallowtail Jig. Give it a listen and let us know what… Continue reading New Release: 100 Pipers & Swallowtail Jig

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We Have The Best Fans

A big shout out to our new friend Conor, who we met at The Cottage the last time we were there. While he and his dad and brother were enjoying… Continue reading We Have The Best Fans

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The Lads at O’Flaherty Retreat

This year, the band attended O’Flaherty Irish Music Retreat for the very first time. What a treat! Four days of concerts, classes, late-night sessions, and camaraderie. Every meal had performances… Continue reading The Lads at O’Flaherty Retreat

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Get Our Beautiful Merch Online

If you’ve been to one of our recent shows, you’ve seen some of the terrific T-Shirts, caps, and pint glasses that our friends at RDE Designs have made for us.… Continue reading Get Our Beautiful Merch Online

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New Release: Whiskey in the Jar

Now on your favorite streaming service: Whiskey in the Jar! 🥃 Enjoy the classic musical tale of a highwayman who, betrayed by his beloved Jenny, runs afoul of Captain Farrell.… Continue reading New Release: Whiskey in the Jar

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New Release: The Wellerman

Ahoy, mates! We’re thrilled to announce that our latest release has just set sail on all streaming platforms! It’s “The Wellerman,” an epic sea shanty about a relentless sea captain… Continue reading New Release: The Wellerman

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Comment on Free Show: The Happy Out at The Cottage by Cindy Fisher

Hi, Some of our group from Hill County Retreat will be coming to see you on April 21st. We are planning to eat and listen to you. We will make reservations as you suggested.

Comment on St. Patrick’s Month by Sean 'Sharky' McMains

<a href="https://www.thehappyout.com/@news" rel="ugc">@news</a> it’s going to be an exciting month! Can’t wait.

Comment on Special Bonus Show at The Cottage by SeanMcTex

In reply to <a href="https://www.thehappyout.com/2023/07/21/special-bonus-show-at-the-cottage/#comment-13">Tom Kane</a>. Thanks for the request, Tom! I know we're super-late getting to this, but I'm putting it on our songs-to-learn list. Cheers!

Comment on Special Bonus Show at The Cottage by Tom Kane

Request: Lily of the West, the Chieftans' version. Dylan's version, which is covered by Baez and others, is much bloodier and rockier, but the Chieftans capture the poignancy and lilt of unrequited love. see you on the 17th!