The High Kings Announce The Rocky Road Tour 2026

A Celebration of Irish Folk on a Global Stage

Ireland’s leading folk group, The High Kings, are set to excite fans once again with the

announcement of their Rocky Road Tour 2026.

As global ambassadors of Irish heritage and storytelling, The High Kings have consistently brought

the timeless tradition of folk music to audiences worldwide, earning them chart-topping success and

widespread acclaim. With their signature blend of classic tradition and modern edge, The Rocky

Road Tour promises to be a vibrant showcase of Irish culture, energy, and musicality.

Following a record-breaking 2024 – including a sold-out world tour, a feature on Disney’s critically

acclaimed Only Murders in The Building, and over 5 million weekly streams – the band are

showing no signs of slowing down. Their momentum continued in 2025 with a string of sold-out

U.S. tour dates, culminating in a headline performance at the legendary Troubadour in Los

Angeles on March 23rd, after stops in Kansas, Nashville, St. Paul, St. Louis, New York, New

Hampton, Glen Ellen, Ridgefield, Alexandria, and more.

“A Folk Juggernaut” – The New York Times

But it was their inclusion on the soundtrack of Sinners—the current #1 movie worldwide, starring

Michael B. Jordan and directed by Ryan Coogler—that marked a defining moment in their global

recognition. The film’s soundtrack, already topping international streaming charts, was curated by

Oscar- and Grammy-winning composer Ludwig Göransson (Oppenheimer, The Mandalorian,

Black Panther), a long-time admirer of The High Kings’ distinctive vocal blend and musicianship.

After attending their sold-out show at The Troubadour in Los Angeles earlier this year, Göransson

selected two tracks—“The Rocky Road to Dublin” and “Go Lassie Go”—to feature prominently

in the film’s score.

The Rocky Road Tour 2026 will build on this global success, offering audiences a high-energy

live show that reinforces The High Kings’ place at the forefront of Irish folk. With a renewed focus

on storytelling, musicianship, and connection, the tour reflects the group’s ongoing commitment to

honouring Ireland’s folk legacy while pushing creative boundaries.

As well as their recorded music triumphs, The High Kings have performed for hundreds of

thousands across the globe and graced prestigious stages including Glastonbury Festival, The Isle

of Wight Festival, Times Square, NYC, Trafalgar Square, London (St. Patrick’s Day) and many

more/ Their live television appearances have spanned the U.S., with performances on Good

Morning America, Good Morning LA, The View, and The Today Show.

“Reinventing the Wheel” – Chicago Tribune