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Maria Doyle Kennedy: Maria Doyle Kennedy (Mermaid Records)

Actor/singer/songwriter Maria Doyle Kennedy has been a vibrant staple of Ireland’s cultural scene for over 30 years, from stints in Hothouse Flowers and The Black Velvet Band to forging a most singular solo career as a musician (not forgetting her skills as an actor). The range of styles across her new album reference Doyle Kennedy’s ability to address important themes (including social justice, ...