A playlist of Cillian Murphy’s favourite Irish songs
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Ireland
Ireland is an island nation in north-western Europe occupying most of the island of Ireland, with Northern Ireland forming part of the United Kingdom. Renowned for its dramatic coastlines, rolling countryside and vibrant cities, Ireland has made an extraordinary contribution to world literature, music, film and the arts.
It is the birthplace of writers including James Joyce, WB Yeats, Samuel Beckett and Oscar Wilde, while its rich musical heritage spans traditional Irish folk to globally successful contemporary artists such as U2, Sinéad O’Connor, Hozier and Fontaines DC. Visitors are drawn to landmarks including the Cliffs of Moher, the Ring of Kerry, the Giant’s Causeway (Northern Ireland) and Dublin’s historic streets. Ireland’s unique culture, history and landscapes have made it one of Europe’s most popular travel destinations.
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Some of Ireland's most popular festivals include Electric Picnic, All Together Now, Forbidden Fruit, Beyond the Pale, and Sea Sessions.
Dublin, Cork, Galway, Belfast, and Limerick all have thriving live music scenes, with venues ranging from intimate pubs to large arenas.
Ireland has a rich tradition of folk and traditional music, alongside thriving rock, indie, pop, hip-hop, electronic, and alternative music scenes.