This massive singalong to Dirty Old Town on the streets of Louth is trad music at its very best

Makes you even prouder to be Irish.

There’s no denying that Drogheda was the place to be this week for anyone that loves trad music because the Fleadh Cheoil 2018 was in full swing and in full voice.

It is expected that over 400,000 people will have visited Drogheda by the time the event comes to a close and Taoiseach Leo Varadkar was just one of the many people that made the trip to Louth to take in the festival.

In Drogheda today at #Fleadh2018. Super atmosphere around the place and the town is looking great. The music isn’t bad either! pic.twitter.com/4RMLAyHx3c

— Leo Varadkar (@LeoVaradkar) August 18, 2018

A massive amount of praise should go t Louth County Council, Comhaltas and the Fleadh organising committee along with every single volunteer, Gardaí and homeowner because there’s such a positive vibe on the streets of Drogheda with music heard everywhere and people enjoying themselves.

As we’ve previously seen, even the Garda are joining in with the festivities and this jovial mood has spread throughout the streets with dancing, singing, and live music sessions happening everywhere.

There has even been gigs in banks and Gardaí playing the banjo.

Amazing dancing at St. Peter’s Plaza, outside @DroghedaTownCen #Drogheda #Fleadh2018 pic.twitter.com/prE2Rl8rW2

— Comhaltas Fleadh Cheoil (@fleadhcheoil) August 18, 2018

So this is where I bank usually! @fleadhcheoil even bringing out the best in the banks 😜 #popupgaeltacht pic.twitter.com/ysKRX0KBVU

— Liam Harbison (@LiamHarbison) August 18, 2018

Some great Garda talent on West Steet this afternoon! #Fleadh2018 pic.twitter.com/6hNd6turyT

— Comhaltas Fleadh Cheoil (@fleadhcheoil) August 18, 2018

On this note, the entire town came together for a massive singalong to the trad classic, Dirty Old Town.

Written by Ewan MacColl in 1949 and immortalised by the Dubliners, the song has a beloved status for Irish people because it’s an iconic piece of our musical history and heritage.

Only a few songs have the wonderful ability to bring everyone together like this and that’s what trad does best, bring people together.

In terms of the talented musicians on show, you’re looking at Pat Byrne, The Carolan Brothers, Mick & Rita Mc, Rapscallion and friends.

Take a look.

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