Rakish Paddy
A lively ceilidh band featuring brilliant musicians and an optional inspiring caller. Performing traditional Irish, Scottish & Country music, Rakish Paddy will bring a marvellous atmosphere to any party or gathering!
From £932
Price based on 3 members performing 2 x 60 minute sets
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Set List / Repertoire
Lively Songs
Follow me up to Carlow
Galway Girl
Johnny Jump Up
Leaving of Liverpool
McAlpine's Fusiliers
Rare Old mountain Dew
Sally MacLennane
Streams of whiskey
The Irish Rover
Whiskey in the Jar
Wild Rover
Medium Paced
Black Velvet Band
Cockles and mussels
Dirty Old Town
Fields of Athenry
Fisherman's Blues
Follow me up to Carlow
Pair of Brown Eyes
Spancill Hill
Star of the County Down
Tell Me Ma and into Sally gardens
The Fields of Athenry
Slowish Songs
Black is the Colour
Foggy Dew
Galway Shawl
Paddys green shamrock shore
Raglan Road
Streets of New York
Sweet Sixteen – key?
Town I love so well
Tunes
Broken Pledge
Donegal lassies- Tar Road to Sligo
Lark in the morning
Mason’s Apron
Morrisons – Out on the Ocean
St Anne’s reel – Drunken Landlady
Star of Munster
Toss the Feathers
Cliffs of Moher
Cooks in the Kitchen- Blarney Pilgrim
Si Bheag Si Mohr
Star of Munster
Full Biography
Highlights
* Lively Ceilidh band with optional caller, suitable for all ages & abilities.
* Perform a mixture of Irish, Scottish & Country music.
* Larger line-up and caller options available (please see booking options).
Please note: There is an additional charge for St Patrick's Day events. Please see booking options.
Rakish Paddy are a lively ceilidh band, complete with an optional knowledgeable and inspiring caller, the key to a good evening's dancing.
Formed in 2006 by friends who had played professionally together for several years in various musical combinations, Rakish Paddy features a mixture of guitar, fiddle & bass, with the option of piano, drums, whistle and accordion if you would prefer a larger line-up (please see booking options).
As well as performing Traditional Irish music, they can also include some Scottish and Country music in their set too; with styles ranging from a delicate melody to a storming sound.
Punctual and professional, and bringing a marvellous atmosphere to any party or gathering, Rakish Paddy are the ideal band to play in a variety of settings from dance halls to your garden party, and living rooms to ball rooms.
* Rakish Pady kindly request that a meal is provided for them at every event.
In the top 25% of most reviewed Ceilidh Bands.
5 star rated by every client this year.
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Ruth I booked Rakish Paddy for their event in Hertfordshire • November 2025
“The band were absolutely fantastic and made our celebration incredibly special. From virtuoso violin playing to taking requests, they really had it all. Thank you so much to Ruth and the other musicians for being the party to life!”
All the band were lovely. Great fun.
Fiona B booked Rakish Paddy for their party in Suffolk • October 2025
“It got people working together and the caller was very patient through all the chaos!”
You, and the band really made my party.
Beth H booked Rakish Paddy for their party • August 2025
“You, and the band really made my party. Thank you so much for bringing such good vibes and great talent to the evening. It was a pleasure dealing with you from start to finish. All my guests commented on how good Rakish Paddy was - and I was particularly delighted to see how enthusiastically, and quickly, they got into the singing. There was even an attempt at dancing (by, I have to let you know, one friend who has just had a new hip!). Thank you Ruth for all your efforts, both before and during the event. And I hope you and the boys had a good time too! ”
Aidan C booked Rakish Paddy for their event in Kent • March 2025
“Superb performance and would have them back anytime.”
You were all fantastic, and seeing so many people dancing and enjoying themselve...
Nathan P booked Rakish Paddy for their event
“I wanted to get in touch to let you know about all of the wonderful feedback we had about your performance at this year's show. You were all fantastic, and seeing so many people dancing and enjoying themselves was wonderful. Your choice of songs and your performance were excellent.”
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Lineup
Default lineup: 3 members
3-Piece: Guitar, Fiddle & Bass *Larger line-ups are available (please see booking options).
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