Brandon Kennedy

About the Artist

An international performer, multi-instrumentalist, and award winning songwriter, his dynamic act harnesses the magic of the Emerald Isle. From blazing reels to melancholy ballads, he uses a loop pedal to create ethereal arrangements of vocals, guitar, fiddle and bouzouki. Having cut his teeth in the pubs of Galway and County Clare, his modern take on Celtic classics weaves a majestic tapestry that will leave you awakened and spirited.  

Artist's Statement

Greetings, I am Brandon—a devoted student of music and wanderer of distant shores. My journey began at the Washington, D.C. Conservatory of Music nestled within Glen Echo Park, where I first discovered the profound depths of musical expression. This foundation led me to Berklee College of Music, where I earned both Bachelor's and Master's degrees in songwriting, honing my craft in the art of weaving melody with meaning. Ireland has beckoned me repeatedly across the Atlantic, where I have immersed myself in its rich musical traditions on multiple sojourns. I am a fervent advocate for music's transformative power—believing deeply that through harmony and community, we touch something essential to the human experience and catalyze meaningful change in our world.