The Mary Wallopers

The Mary Wallopers, a trio from Dundalk, Ireland—brothers Charles and Andrew Hendy and Sean McKenna—are reimagining Irish ballads with punk energy. When COVID halted live music, they built a pub/studio at home, hosting joyous livestreams that drew tens of thousands worldwide. Post-lockdown, they expanded to a seven-piece band, delivering sold-out, raucous shows at Dublin’s Vicar Street and London's Powerhaus. Combining humor, raw emotion, and tradition, their modern take on Irish folk resonates widely. With a debut album out in October and a major tour underway, The Mary Wallopers are bringing a fresh edge to Ireland’s musical heritage.