Best Irish music movies
A curated collection of popular music movies from Ireland.
Riverdance: Live from Beijing (2010)
Riverdance: Live from Beijing (2010)
This new DVD was filmed LIVE in the Beijing Exhibition Centre to celebrate the shows 15th Anniversary as part of its 12 city tour of China in 2010. It showcases the incredible beauty, energy and skill of the dance combined with the captivating rhythms of the music. This recording, which is the first since 2001, was filmed to the highest specifications on RED High Definition cameras giving the quality of 35mm film. Every Riverdance fan will enjoy these superb DVD and Blu-Ray products with Dolby Digital Surround Sound.
Riverdance 25th Anniversary Show (2020)
Riverdance 25th Anniversary Show (2020)
A powerful and stirring reinvention of the show, celebrated the world over for its Grammy Award-winning music and the thrilling energy and passion of its Irish and international dance.
Riverdance: The Show (1995)
Riverdance: The Show (1995)
Riverdance--The Show is a cultural phenomenon that defies criticism for the enthusiastic and leaves everyone else scratching their heads. The wonderfully talented cast, headed by the Riverdance Irish Dance Company, bewitchingly spins (and stomps) its Celtic folk choreography featuring numerous breathless solos by Michael Flatley (since departed) and Jean Butler. The mellifluous Riverdance Orchestra boasts Davy Spillane, who coaxes plaintive lamentations out of a peculiar instrument that resembles a bagpipe in a metal leg brace. For Enya fans, there is the sound-alike choral group Anuna, who casts a similarly New Age-style vocal spell. Also thrown into the mix are such disparate folk traditions as American gospel and Spanish flamenco. Though it's only 70 minutes long, Riverdance is repetitive by half. But judging from the ecstatic audience ovations and the continued foot-stomping during and after the curtain calls, too much is still not enough. --Richard Natale
Celtic Woman: A New Journey (2007)
Celtic Woman: A New Journey (2007)
The original buxom quartet of female singers, Lisa, Maev, Orla, and Chloe, have duly been joined by Hayley and are, as usual, backed by a full symphony orchestra and choir, plus enough traditional instruments (the house fiddler, Mairead, is a powerhouse) to keep things legit. The material ranges from folkloric, to a standard from another Celtic nation, to classical lite, to movie hits, to homegrown New Age.
Celtic Woman: Believe (2011)
Celtic Woman: Believe (2011)
Performers in Believe are three vocalists Chloë Agnew, Lisa Kelly, Lisa Lambe, and fiddler Máiréad Nesbitt All songs on this album are re-releases from their previous albums. Their only new song, entitled 'Princess Toyotomi', is featured in the film of the same name. This is the first album where nine members (both current and previous) appear together. Another album of the same title was released on January 24, 2012 Both this album and DVD (live performance from the Fox Theatre, Atlanta, Georgia) feature new music from Agnew, Kelly, Lambe and Nesbitt. The performance was broadcast on PBS stations in December 2011 Some of the songs performed but not available on the CD are A Tribute To Broadway, sung by Agnew, Lambe and Kelly, and Mná na hÉireann, played by Nesbitt. European and North American dates for the 2012 Believe tour have already been set, but Lisa Kelly will not join this tour due to her pregnancy, and will be replaced by Susan McFadden.
Leonard Cohen - Live in Dublin (2014)
Leonard Cohen - Live in Dublin (2014)
Leonard Cohen: -Live in Dublin is an extraordinary full-length concert recording and film. Lensed and recorded at Dublin's O2 Arena on September 12, 2013, Leonard Cohen - Live in Dublin documents a peak performance from the musician's monumental sold out 2012-2013 world tour, introducing Cohen's then-latest release (2012's Old Ideas) within a major canonical on-stage retrospective.
The Corrs: Live at Lansdowne Road (2000)
The Corrs: Live at Lansdowne Road (2000)
Irish-Celtic-pop siblings, The Corrs, perform songs from their first two albums for 43,000 fans at Lansdowne Road, Dublin's old rugby fields.
Celtic Woman: Destiny (2016)
Celtic Woman: Destiny (2016)
The heart of Ireland beats strongly throughout The Destiny Tour, which features an entirely new production with many songs from Destiny. As the country commemorates the events of 100 years ago that led to the nation's independence, Celtic Woman offers a rousing version of "Óró sé do bheatha 'bhaile," an anthem closely connected with the 1916 uprising. The all female ensemble also delivers other timeless traditional Irish songs such as "Bean Pháidín" and "Siúil A Run" highlighting the beauty of Ireland's heritage and its Gaelic language. Alongside newer songs such as "Walk Beside Me" and "The Whole Of The Moon," the show also features reimagined renditions of audience favorites "Amazing Grace" and "You Raise Me Up."
Celtic Woman: Home for Christmas, Live from Dublin (2013)
Celtic Woman: Home for Christmas, Live from Dublin (2013)
A festive, musical enchantment featuring vocalists Chloë Agnew, Lisa Lambe, Méav Ní Mhaolchatha, and fiddler Máiréad Nesbitt. The concert features timeless holiday favorites ( Silent Night , I ll Be Home for Christmas , It Came Upon a Midnight Clear , Joy To The World ) with the group's signature Celtic Woman flair under the distinct musical direction of Emmy-nominated Music Director, David Downes. This large-scale one-hour production is complimented by Ireland's finest musicians comprised of a 36 piece orchestra and 40-member Philharmonic Choir.
U2 at The BBC (2017)
U2 at The BBC (2017)
U2 bring their stadium-filling rock to Abbey Road Studios to perform exclusive versions of classics like With or Without You, Beautiful Day and One, alongside new music from their latest album Songs of Experience, accompanied by a live orchestra and choir.
Angel (1982)
Angel (1982)
Saxophonist Danny witnesses the murder of his band manager and a deaf-mute girl after a gig. Questioned by the police, he remembers only the orthopedic shoes of the killers’ leader. So begins his quest to avenge her.
Celtic Woman: Ancient Land (2018)
Celtic Woman: Ancient Land (2018)
In September 2018 Celtic Woman filmed a stunning concert spectacular against the backdrop of the historic Johnstown Castle in County Wexford. This stunning outdoor show features brand new music from their studio album Ancient Land, and timeless favorites that never fail to warm the heart.
Clodagh (2024)
Clodagh (2024)
A lonely priest's housekeeper discovers a young Irish girl of exceptional promise.
Red Hot + Blue: A Tribute to Cole Porter (1990)
Red Hot + Blue: A Tribute to Cole Porter (1990)
This music special is dedicated to dispelling the prejudices associated with the HIV infection and raising money for AIDS research and relief. Some of today's most celebrated recording artists performing their interpretations of the classic songs of Cole Porter.
The Corrs: Live in Geneva (2005)
The Corrs: Live in Geneva (2005)
The Corrs live in Geneva as part of their 2004 Borrowed Heaven tour. Set-list: 01. Introduction 02. Humdrum 03. Only When I Sleep 04. Dreams (Fleetwood Mac cover) 05. What Can I Do 06. Forgiven, Not Forgotten 07. Angel 08. Runaway 09. Return From Fingal/Trout In a Bath 10. Borrowed Heaven 11. No Frontiers 12. Queen Of Hollywood 13. Long Night 14. Old Town (Phil Lynott cover). 15. Radio. 16. Summer Sunshine. 17. So Young. 18. I Never Loved You Anyway. 19. Goodbye. Encore 20. Breathless. 21. Toss The Feathers 22. Credits Recorded 26 November 2004 at the SEG Geneva Arena in Geneva.
Dublin Crust (2023)
Dublin Crust (2023)
A decade after punk band Crust split, the band members lives have fallen apart. Drummer Bonehead has just been released from prison and sets about reforming the band for one last show.
Celtic Woman: The Greatest Journey - Essential Collection (2008)
Celtic Woman: The Greatest Journey - Essential Collection (2008)
Celtic Woman’s ‘The Greatest Journey Essential Collection.’ DVD was released in 2008 and features all the tracks most associated with Celtic Woman. This is a definitive collection of the best of Celtic Woman up to the time of release and includes ‘Harry’s Game’, ‘Danny Boy’ and many other favourites.
Thin Lizzy: Thunder and Lightning Tour (1983)
Thin Lizzy: Thunder and Lightning Tour (1983)
This is the long awaited 'Thunder And Lightning Tour'; the tour that was to prove Phil Lynott's and Thin Lizzy's last. The year is 1983, the venue Dublin and the stage is rockin'! To add to the already charged atmosphere of a concert in waiting, we have fast-forwarded in time to include nostalgic comment from Phil's band mates Brian Robertson and Eric Bell recalling their eventful times together, plus the indestructible footballing legend George Best and musician Brush Shiel, recalling their many memories of the rocker and friend. But all this is merely a prelude to what is a pulverising gig containing all conquering favourites such as 'Whiskey In The Jar' and 'Dancing In The Moonlight' and many more. The 'Thunder And Lightning Tour' is quite simply the greatest performance from a group who were at their electrifying best.
Kylie Minogue: Live in Dublin (1992)
Kylie Minogue: Live in Dublin (1992)
The Let's Get to It Tour was the third tour by Australian pop singer Kylie Minogue. The tour was a continuation of the previous Rhythm of Love Tour which had already visited Australia and Asia. Together with five dancers, Minogue staged the tour in support of the album Let's Get to It. The show comprised an all-new wardrobe created exclusively by John Galliano and several new additions to the set list, many of which were written by Minogue herself.
Radiohead - Live From A Tent In Dublin (2000)
Radiohead - Live From A Tent In Dublin (2000)
Recorded at Punchestown Racecourse, County Kildare, Ireland.
Robbie Williams: Live at Slane Castle (2000)
Robbie Williams: Live at Slane Castle (2000)
The legendary Robbie Williams performs at Slane Castle
Music Maker: Rory Gallagher (1973)
Music Maker: Rory Gallagher (1973)
Director Bill Keating built a programme around following Rory through a day of his short 1972 Irish tour. At the center of the programme is a recording of the concert Rory played in the Savoy Cinema in Limerick on May 11th 1972.
Eurovision Song Contest 1971 (1971)
Eurovision Song Contest 1971 (1971)
The Eurovision Song Contest 1971 was the 16th edition of the annual Eurovision Song Contest. It took place in Dublin, Ireland. The contest was held at the Gaiety Theatre on Saturday 3 April 1971, and was hosted by Irish television presenter Bernadette Ní Ghallchóir.
Eurovision Song Contest 1994 (1994)
Eurovision Song Contest 1994 (1994)
The Eurovision Song Contest 1994 was the 39th edition of the Eurovision Song Contest. It took place in Dublin, Ireland. It was the fifth time that Ireland had hosted the contest, having previously done so in 1971, 1981, 1988 and 1993. It was the first time that the same country had hosted the contest two years in a row. Organised by the European Broadcasting Union (EBU) and host broadcaster Raidió Teilifís Éireann (RTÉ), the contest was held at the Point Theatre, with the final on 30 April 1994. The live show was presented by Cynthia Ní Mhurchú and Gerry Ryan.
What's on David's Mind? (2020)
What's on David's Mind? (2020)
A look at David's mental landscape as things become overwhelming
Eurovision Song Contest 1993 (1993)
Eurovision Song Contest 1993 (1993)
The Eurovision Song Contest 1993 was the 38th edition of the Eurovision Song Contest and was held on 15 May 1993 at Green Glens Arena in Millstreet, County Cork, Ireland. The presenter was Fionnuala Sweeney.
Eurovision Song Contest 1995 (1995)
Eurovision Song Contest 1995 (1995)
The Eurovision Song Contest 1995 was the 40th edition of the Eurovision Song Contest. It took place in Dublin, Ireland, following the country's victory at the 1994 contest with the song "Rock 'n' Roll Kids" by Paul Harrington and Charlie McGettigan. It was the sixth time that Ireland had hosted the contest, having previously done so in 1971, 1981, 1988, 1993 and 1994. Organised by the European Broadcasting Union (EBU) and host broadcaster Raidió Teilifís Éireann (RTÉ), the contest was held at the Point Theatre, with the final on 13 May 1995. The live show was presented by Mary Kennedy.
Eurovision Song Contest 1981 (1981)
Eurovision Song Contest 1981 (1981)
The Eurovision Song Contest 1981 was the 26th edition of the annual Eurovision Song Contest. It took place in Dublin, Ireland, following Johnny Logan's win at the 1980 contest in The Hague, Netherlands with the song "What's Another Year". This was the second time the contest had taken place in Ireland, after 1971. The contest was held at the RDS Simmonscourt on Saturday 4 April 1981, and was hosted by Irish television journalist Doireann Ní Bhriain.