Jinty McGrath’s Country Climb, First Radio Spin, And The Story Behind Medusa

Send us Fan MailA first U.S. radio spin is never just a milestone—it’s a jolt. We welcome Irish-born, Boston-based country artist Jinty McGrath for a fast-moving ride through his story, from late-night pub singalongs to the House of Blues stage, to center ice at TD Garden before 20,000 fans. Then we premiere Medusa, a kitchen-written, stage-tested track that slips between covers and hooks a room with a simple progression, a swing you can feel, and a lyric that stares back with green eyes and a knowing smile.Jinty opens up about the double life that shaped him: carpenter by day, gigging songwriter by night, guided by a childhood note that named two futures—build things, and chase Nashville like Garth Brooks. He shares the pinch-me moments that proved the grind was working: opening for Dropkick Murphys, singing the U.S. national anthem on St. Patrick’s Day, and swapping pre-show jitters with Conor McGregor in a shared green room. We dig into his influences, from Christy Moore’s folk storytelling to the arena-sized heart of modern country, and how those threads let him color outside genre lines without losing his voice.If you’re new to his catalog, start with Doggie Wide for stripped-back Irish roots and Loved One’s Lament for a more produced, rhythmic side. We also talk process: why he road-tests fresh songs in live sets, why ideas that never hit a stage get left in Google Docs, and how he’s stacking material for an EP and full album instead of trickling out singles. Along the way, you’ll hear listener reactions, a little Irish trivia, and the spark that comes from catching a rising artist right as the momentum hits.Stream the episode, share it with a friend who loves discovering new country voices, and subscribe for more spotlights on artists you’ll want on repeat. If Medusa grabbed you, leave a review and tell us which track you’re spinning next.