Taylor Byrne is an Irish singer, songwriter, and guitarist from Dublin, armed with raw talent and contagious energy.
Born in 2000, he first made his mark on the legendary Grafton Street, standing out among the buskers with a voice that was both clear and soul-stirring. Those impromptu street performances—filmed and shared online—changed everything. Spotted by drummer and bandleader Manu Masko, Taylor was invited to join The Celtic Social Club as their new frontman.
In just a few weeks, he went from the street to major festival stages. His very first gig with the band was in front of nearly 1,000 people, and only months later he was playing the main stage of Les Vieilles Charrues for 50,000 fans—a moment he calls “unreal but unforgettable.” At 23, his youth contrasted with the band’s experience, but his energy, sincerity, and unmistakable voice brought a new fire to the group.
The Beatles were Taylor’s musical awakening as a teenager, sparking a passion that would soon eclipse his studies in English and History at Dublin City University, and even a brief plan to become a teacher. Today, alongside his adventure with The Celtic Social Club, he’s also carving his own path with a solo project blending folk, rock, and introspective melodies.
On stage, Taylor embodies a new generation of Celtic artists—true to his Irish roots, yet wide open to modern sounds. His unlikely journey is a perfect reflection of what The Celtic Social Club is all about: a living mix of traditions, innovations, and cultures united by a love of music.