The Drowsy Lads originally formed in 2003. What began, as two brothers and a mutual friend casually playing together, has evolved into the Lads performing throughout Columbus, Ohio – a niche for traditional Irish music – and the Midwest. Fans of their music attest to the band's talent, and the fun, which they bring to festivals and pubs. The Drowsy Lads capture the communal, relational nature of traditional Irish tunes and song, and invite all audiences alike to share in the 'craic'.

The Prodigals are one of the most successful bands to emerge from the East-Coast Irish scene. The band members grew up largely in Ireland; their original songs blend a funky and anarchic energy that is pure New York with a passion for the traditional music of Ireland. The band has headlined major venues and festivals throughout the United States, Los Angeles and Las Vegas to Chicago, Boston and Maine, as well as abroad in Canada, Germany and Ireland.