Music at Madden's Podcast #45 | Ryan McMullan on Fleadh Shows & the Pull of Irish Music

This week in the snug, Lynette is joined by County Down singer-songwriter Ryan McMullan ahead of his special Fleadh shows at The Empire Music Hall.Ryan reflects on stepping back from the noise of the music industry, finding a slower pace of life in Antrim, and reconnecting with songwriting on his own terms. He talks about the early influence of Foy Vance, touring with Ed Sheeran, being championed by Elton John, and the pressure of trying to balance ambition with authenticity.The conversation also explores Ryan’s deep love of Irish folk songs, his plans to reimagine his own music with traditional players for Fleadh, his friendship and creative work with Beoga, and why hurling remains such an important part of his life.A warm, honest conversation about music, heritage, pressure, family, creativity, and finding your own way back to the songs.