DUBLINERS (band)

The Dubliners were an Irish folk rock 'n' roll (rock and roll) from the 1960s to the 2010s. The band started off as The Ronnie Drew Ballad Group (named in honor of its founding member) but the subsequently renamed themselves as The Dubliners. The group line-up saw many changes over their fifty-year career. However, the group's success was centered on lead singers Luke Kelly and Ronnie Drew. The band garnered international success with their lively Irish folk songs, traditional street ballads and instrumentals. One of the most influential Irish acts of the 20th century, they celebrated 50 years together in 2012, making them Ireland's longest surviving musical act (after which they announced their retirement). Some of their works include: Finnegan Wakes, 15 Years On and 40 Years