A TRIBUTE TO HORSLIPS, LIVE IN DUBLIN, 12th MARCH 2027

Swords of Light – The Ultimate Horslips TributeGet ready to relive the magic, energy and unmistakable sound of Horslips!

Swords of Light are Ireland’s only full five-piece tribute to the legendary Celtic rock pioneers Horslips — and this is a show built by fans, for fans.

Featuring a powerhouse combination of fiddle, mandolin, whistle, guitars, bass, vocals and drums, Swords of Light deliver a high-energy, back-to-back set of Horslips classics that captures the spirit, musicianship and sheer excitement of the originals.

And the band has the ultimate seal of approval: original Horslips members Jim Lockhart and Barry Devlin have endorsed Swords of Light, describing them as:

“The Horslips tribute band of the future.”

Fans have been equally enthusiastic, with one concertgoer summing up the experience perfectly:

“I closed my eyes and thought I was listening to Horslips.”

From theatres and live music venues across Ireland to festivals and tribute events, Swords of Light have been bringing Horslips’ music back to the stage — and the response has been electric.

Five musicians. One shared obsession.

Every member of Swords of Light brings their own connection to the music:

Des McGonigle – Fiddle, Mandolin, Whistle & Vocals

A versatile, high-energy multi-instrumentalist whose love of Horslips began with The Belfast Gigs.

Marianne Ashcroft – Bass & Vocals

A lifelong Horslips superfan who first saw the band in Derry in 1975 and knows and loves every note.

Nigel Ashcroft – Lead Vocals & Acoustic Guitar

A singer-songwriter and charismatic frontman who first experienced Horslips live in 1974.

Will Haag – Lead Guitar

A talented guitarist who discovered the music through fellow Horslips devotees and was the perfect fit for Swords of Light.

Mickey ‘Da’ Feeney – Drums & Percussion

A seasoned Derry drummer who actually opened for Horslips numerous times with his band Cricklewood Green.

A labour of love. A night of Horslips.

Whether you grew up with Horslips, discovered them years later, or simply love great live Celtic rock, Swords of Light will take you on a musical journey through some of the greatest songs in the Horslips catalogue.

Expect fiddle-driven melodies, soaring guitars, driving rhythms, big vocals and plenty of those unforgettable Horslips moments.

Come for the nostalgia. Stay for the music. Leave wanting more.

🎸 Swords of Light – celebrating the music of Horslips.

Book your tickets and experience the sound of Horslips brought back to life on stage!

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