Irish mourners adopted the custom as a way to keep vigil over their dead until the time of burial, and it evolved into an occasion mixed with both sadness and merriment. Lewd songs, pranks ...

The funeral arrangements for Irish singer and sax player Paddy Cole have been confirmed as tributes continue to pour in.

It may have been a disappointing week for Belfast's Kneecap who were overlooked for the Oscars, but there's plenty to be excited about in Irish music this ...

The band had seven Irish number one singles and their hit song To Whom It Concerns became the theme song of The Late Late Show. President Michael D Higgins and Tanaiste Michael Martin were among ...