Clare Fm - Podcasts

The 2026 Russell Weekend is just around the corner. The annual Irish traditional music festival held in Doolin is a remembrance event celebrating the world famous traditional musician Russell family from the area; Micho, Packie and Gussie. This year’s festival will run from Friday, 20th to Monday, 23rd of February. To find out more Alan Morrissey spoke with committee member, Pat Sweeney and the Chairman of the Russell Committee, Martin Davis. To get a flavour of what to expect, Sarah Clarke performed live in-studio on her concertina.