Melbourne-based Irish banjo player and singer Maggie Carty presents an intimate solo performance of her debut album Ebb and Flow in Adelaide. This special house concert, held in Erindale on Friday 15 August, invites audiences on a deeply personal musical journey through Irish folk tradition, reimagined with Australian folk influences, bluesy undertones, and transcontinental soul.

This performance is part of Maggie Carty’s national Australian tour supported by Culture Ireland. The tour will see her visit every state and territory across the country as she presents Ebb and Flow: Songlines of the Diaspora between August and October 2025.

Join Maggie for an unforgettable night of traditional songs, reimagined through banjo, voice, and story, in a cozy, welcoming setting.

Tickets are limited. Please book early to secure your place.

Melbourne-based Irish banjo player and singer Maggie Carty presents an intimate solo performance of her debut album Ebb & Flow at the Irish Club of WA, Perth on Saturday 23 August 2025. This special performance, invites audiences on a deeply personal musical journey through Irish folk tradition, reimagined with Australian folk influences, bluesy undertones, and transcontinental soul. 

Originally from Boyle in County Roscommon on the west coast of Ireland, Maggie is a fourth-generation musician who brings a fresh energy and a unique female voice to the tradition. Now living in Naarm or Melbourne, she blends rhythm-driven banjo playing with expressive vocals and draws contemporary inspiration from Americana and blues. Her music breathes new life into old songs while honouring the history and stories of the Irish diaspora. Since moving to Australia in 2017, Maggie has become a recognised voice in the national folk scene. She has performed at some of the country’s most celebrated festivals including Port Fairy Folk Festival, Woodford Folk Festival, The National Folk Festival, Illawarra Folk Festival, and CresFest. Her work celebrates cultural connections between Ireland and Australia and explores themes of migration, belonging, and identity with warmth, grit, and emotion. 

This performance is part of Maggie Carty’s national Australian tour supported by Culture Ireland. The tour will see her visit every state and territory across the country as she presents Ebb and Flow: Songlines of the Diaspora between August and October 2025. 

Join Maggie for an unforgettable evening of traditional songs, reimagined through banjo, voice, and story, in the welcoming surrounds of Irish Club of WA. 

Perth Folk and Roots Club is also working with Act Belong Commit in recognition of music’s contribution to mental wellbeing.

The performances are from 5.00pm to 8.00pm at the Inglewood Bowling and Sports Club, 1 Stancliffe Street, Mount Lawley.

For this event, Perth Folk and Roots Club has Maggie Carty on tour and Donna Iverson.

Maggie Carty is from the west coast of Ireland and is a banjo player and singer. She comes from a family steeped in Irish traditional music. She is now based on Melbourne and has performed at Australian and New Zealand festivals including the National Folk Festival, Illawarra Folk Festival, Ceol Aneas, Nelson New Zealand, Port Fairy Folk Festival, Cresfest and Woodford Folk Festival.

Donna Iverson is a singer songwriter who is focused on melodically rich storytelling, acoustic folk-rock musings and imaginings. Last year, Donna and the Gems launched their EP ‘Object of Desire’ at the Club.

Irish banjo player and singer Maggie Carty returns to Canberra for a special solo performance at Smith’s Alternative on Thursday, 28 August, launching her debut album Ebb and Flow as part of a national tour supported by Culture Ireland.

Born in County Roscommon and now based in Naarm/Melbourne, Maggie is a fourth-generation musician known for her raw, rhythmic banjo style and soulful, expressive vocals. Her sound is rooted in Irish traditional music but enriched by Australian and Americana folk influences, offering a fresh, cross-cultural take on songs that speak to identity, movement, and memory.

Maggie last performed at Smith’s Alternative in 2018 with her father, renowned fiddler John Carty, and returned to the region for the National Folk Festival in 2021. Now, she steps into the spotlight with her own voice and vision — a powerful blend of ballads, tunes, and reimagined tradition drawn from her debut album.

Ebb and Flow is a deeply personal collection exploring emigration, cultural legacy, and what it means to honour tradition without being confined by it. Maggie’s arrangements are bold yet tender, weaving banjo, voice, and narrative into performances that feel both timeless and urgent.

This performance is part of Ebb and Flow: Songlines of the Diaspora, Maggie’s national Australian tour supported by Culture Ireland. Spanning every state and territory between August and October 2025, the tour invites audiences to experience Irish folk music in a new light.

Join Maggie for an unforgettable night of traditional songs, reimagined through banjo, voice, and story, in a cozy, welcoming setting.

Maggie Carty & Ruby Shay Live at It’s Still A Secret

Two distinct musical worlds come together in a night of deep roots, modern voices, and authentic stories. Experience an unforgettable double bill as Maggie Carty and Ruby Shay take over the intimate setting of It’s Still A Secret, bringing their unique sounds and perspectives to the stage.

Maggie Carty

A banjo player and singer from the west of Ireland, now based in Naarm/Melbourne. Known for her commanding vocals and rhythmic banjo playing, Maggie draws deeply from Irish traditional music, blending influences from Americana and Australian folk.

Recently released her debut solo album Ebb and Flow, offering a fresh, modern woman’s perspective on timeless songs. The album explores themes of identity, belonging, and the complex experience of the Irish diaspora living between worlds.

Ruby Shay

A proud First Nations singer-songwriter from New South Wales, whose powerful storytelling and soulful country sound have captured national attention. Drawing on her Boorooberongal, Dharug heritage, Ruby’s music reflects her resilience, identity, and deep connection to Country.

Released her debut album Hitch a Ride in 2024, which climbed to number two on the ARIA Australian Country Chart. The album weaves together personal stories and cultural strength, showcasing her signature blend of vulnerability and grit.

A night not to be missed!

Irish-born, Naarm/Melbourne-based singer and banjo player Maggie Carty returns to Sydney’s Gaelic Club on Saturday, 30 August for a powerful full-band performance launching her debut album Ebb and Flow  in the very venue where her Australian musical journey first began.

In 2017, Maggie was musician-in-residence at the Irish National Association/Gaelic Club, where she gave her first Australian performance. Now, eight years later, it is only fitting that she returns to this iconic stage to launch Ebb and Flow,  a celebration of her time living and creating music in Australia, and of all the songs, stories, and traditions she has absorbed and transformed along the way.

Ebb and Flow is a deeply personal musical journey shaped by the currents of emigration, heritage, longing, and transformation. The album title reflects the rhythms of Maggie’s family’s journey, waves of movement between Ireland and Australia, and the ongoing dance between homeland and new horizons. Her playing is not confined by strict patterns but moves with a natural pulse and flexibility, breathing new life into Irish traditional music through fresh arrangements and contemporary influences from Americana, Australian folk, and beyond.

Drawing on her family lineage and rich personal experience, Maggie’s debut fuses heartfelt vocals, driving banjo, and a powerhouse band featuring guitar, double bass, and percussion, delivering songs that honour the past while embracing new musical paths.

Since relocating to Naarm/Melbourne in 2017, Maggie has become a recognised voice in Australia’s folk scene, performing at festivals including Port Fairy, Woodford, and the National Folk Festival. This Sydney show is a key stop on her national tour: Ebb and Flow: Songlines of the Diaspora supported by Culture Ireland, which will see her perform across every state and territory between August and October 2025. 

Join Maggie for a dynamic performance filled with musical intensity, soulful narratives, and a blending of traditions - returning to where it all began to share her evolving musical story. Book now!

Maggie Carty | Live at MONA
Ebb and Flow: Songlines of the Diaspora Tour
Saturday, 4 October 2025 | MONA, Hobart

Irish-born, Naarm/Melbourne-based banjo player and singer Maggie Carty brings her powerhouse trio to MONA as part of her national album launch tour of Ebb and Flow. Known for her evocative vocals, driving banjo rhythms, and genre-blending arrangements, Maggie’s music fuses Irish traditional roots with influences from Americana, and Australian folk.

This performance is a key stop on her national tour Ebb and Flow: Songlines of the Diaspora supported by Culture Ireland,  ahead of her return to the state for Cygnet Folk Festival in 2026. 

Joined by guitar, flute and percusion, Maggie delivers reimagined folk songs full of groove, grit, and soul - drawing on themes of emigration, heritage, and belonging.

Don't miss this unique chance to experience the spirit and storytelling of Ebb and Flow live at MONA, Saturday 4 October, 2:00 - 4:00 PM. This is a free event for MONA patrons. See MONA website for tickets. 

Maggie Carty Returns Home for a High-Octane Full-Band Show at The Lomond Hotel
Melbourne Launch & Final Stop of Ebb and Flow Australia-Wide Tour
Saturday, 11 October 2025 | 9:00PM
The Lomond Hotel, Brunswick East, VIC

Irish-born, Naarm/Melbourne-based banjo player and singer Maggie Carty brings her debut solo album Ebb and Flow home for a powerful, full-band performance at The Lomond Hotel on Saturday, 11 October. This will be the final stop on her Australia-wide tour — a vibrant, high-energy celebration of her journey, music, and deep connections to both her Irish roots and adopted hometown.

Raised in a musical family from the west coast of Ireland, Maggie has become a standout voice in Australia’s folk scene since relocating to Melbourne in 2017. Her soulful vocals and driving banjo rhythms blend Irish traditional music with contemporary Americana, blues, and Australian folk influences, creating a sound that is both timeless and refreshingly new. Maggie has performed at major festivals including Port Fairy, Woodford, and the National Folk Festival, and in 2023 made history by founding the first Australian céilí band to compete at Ireland’s All-Ireland Fleadh.

At this hometown show, Maggie will be joined by her powerhouse full band featuring guitar, double bass, didgeridoo, and percussion. Expect a dynamic, high-octane performance that will have you dancing, singing, and completely immersed in the rich stories and rhythms of Ebb and Flow. The band’s tight, energetic grooves and soaring melodies combine to deliver a night full of intensity, soul, and celebration — a fitting finale to a national tour that has seen Maggie perform across every Australian state and territory between August and October 2025.

Ebb and Flow explores themes of emigration, identity, and cultural heritage, reflecting Maggie’s own family’s waves of movement between Ireland and Australia. The album breathes new life into Irish traditional songs through fresh arrangements and heartfelt storytelling, inviting audiences on a deeply personal and universally resonant musical journey.

Join Maggie Carty at The Lomond Hotel for an unforgettable night marking the final chapter of Ebb and Flow: Songlines of the Diaspora — a powerful celebration of tradition, transformation, and homecoming.