{"id":144244,"date":"2022-03-25T12:54:00","date_gmt":"2022-03-25T12:54:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dev.tg4.ie\/?page_id=144244"},"modified":"2025-04-08T14:37:36","modified_gmt":"2025-04-08T13:37:36","slug":"music-group","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/dev.tg4.ie\/en\/other-brands\/gradam-ceoil\/current-awards\/music-group\/","title":{"rendered":"Music Group"},"content":{"rendered":"<h3>Bio<\/h3>\n<p>For three decades, Flook have been at the cutting edge of folk music, blending dynamic energy with inventive musicality. Formed in 1995, this Anglo-Irish quartet has developed a distinctive sound driven by the whistles and flutes of Brian Finnegan and Sarah Allen, the rhythmic mastery of Ed Boyd on guitar, and the groundbreaking bodhr\u00e1n playing of John Joe Kelly. Their music weaves intricate melodies with precise acoustic grooves, creating a unique fusion of tradition and innovation that has captivated audiences worldwide.<\/p>\n<p>With five critically acclaimed studio albums\u2014Flatfish (1999), Rubai (2002), Haven (2005), Ancora (2019), and Sanju (2025)\u2014Flook continue to push the boundaries of traditional music while staying true to its roots. Their live performances are renowned for their fiery technical brilliance, delicate ensemble interplay, and bold musical imagination.<\/p>\n<p>Each member brings a distinctive contribution to the group. Brian Finnegan, an acclaimed Armagh whistle and flute player, is known for his masterful compositions as well as his fluid and dextrous playing. Sarah Allen\u2019s alto flute adds groove and counter-melodies that help define the band\u2019s signature sound. Ed Boyd is widely recognised as one of the most influential guitar accompanists of his generation, while John Joe Kelly has redefined the role of the bodhr\u00e1n in traditional music with his innovative playing.<\/p>\n<p>Flook\u2019s outstanding musicianship and innovative spirit were recognised early on in their career when they received the Best Band award at the 2006 BBC Folk Awards, solidifying their place as one of the most exciting and influential groups in contemporary folk music.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Bio For three decades, Flook have been at the cutting edge of folk music, blending dynamic energy with inventive musicality. 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