The Drowsy Lads

The Drowsy Lads thundered onto the Irish music scene in the US over 15 years ago and their fire and comradery has won over both casual music-lovers and those steeped in hardcore Trad .  2018 brought the release of their 4th album, Everyone In, and the distinction of “Best Irish American Band of 2018”. With an undeniable genuineness that flows from their live performances, the future continues to look bright for these Lads.

Boasting 5 multi-instrumentalists, Ohio brothers John and Daniel McKewen, father and son Phil and Josh Franck, and lifelong friend Bryan Brookes bring to the stage a concoction of “we dare you to hold still” Irish dance tunes and songs that have packed festivals, theaters, pubs, and halls everywhere they’ve played.

Reviews
“…The Best Irish American Band of 2018. I was lucky to see the Lads a couple times this year and, along with their excellent cd, they put on one hell of a live performance. The five Lads… possess lots of musical talent, great voices, enjoyable stage presence and some of the best beards in Irish music. They get the crowd on their feet and deliver a good time, every time. They have recorded several excellent cds but their new one is, by far, their best and has pride of place in my play pile.”
-Jack Baker – Irish American News

“The guys are SMOKIN!”
– Bill Margeson – LiveIreland

“With all fingers on the pulse of the raw soul of Irish traditional music The Drowsy Lads will leave you kicking and screaming for more… the spirit of Irish Music in the Mid West.”
-Mick Broderick (SLIDE)

“The Drowsy Lads have taken their youthful exuberance, and faithful dedication to the music, to develop a sound that is energetic and tight. Clearly one of the top Celtic bands in Central Ohio now, destined to be one of the best we’ve ever seen!”
-Pat Byrne (Byrne’s Pub)