The Mary Wallopers Live in Brighton

The Mary Wallopers bring their raucous Irish folk-punk to Brighton for a night of rowdy singalongs and political fire. Known for their live-streamed lockdown gigs that captured a hungry audience, the band—founded by brothers Charles and Andrew Hendy with Seán McKenna—have built a reputation for high-energy shows blending traditional tunes with punk attitude.

Expect a set drawn from albums like *The Mary Wallopers* and *Irish Rock N Roll*, described as "raucous, fun and captivating" with a folk-horror edge. The band's opposition to far-right politics and support for Palestinian liberation often surfaces in their performances, making for an atmosphere that's as politically charged as it is celebratory.

With a lineup that has expanded to include Róisín Barrett, Brendan McInerney, and Finnian O'Connor, the Wallopers deliver a sound rooted in Irish tradition but shot through with modern defiance. This is a show for those who want to sing, shout, and feel part of something bigger.