Clare Sands is a sixth-generation fiddle player and bilingual singer from Corcaigh whose music blends traditional Irish roots with contemporary sounds, storytelling, and activism. Known for her raw, infectious energy and captivating live performances, Clare has enchanted audiences at festivals around the world, including Glastonbury, Cambridge Folk Festival, Festival Cervantino (Mexico), Fête de la Musique (France), and Port Fairy Folk Festival (Australia).
Her acclaimed new album, They Tried To Bury Us, gives voice to the silenced through songs inspired by language, folklore, nature, resistance, and hope. Written across Uladh and released on 9th October 2026, it is a powerful reminder that love and resilience can never be buried.