Queeer Irish Singer Songwriter Gráinne Hunt makes Edinburgh debut at Leith Depot with special guest Stara Zagor
Irish nu-folk singer songwriter Gráinne Hunt to play her first Edinburgh show at Leith Depot on 30th July 2025. Grainne will be joined by Stara Zagora as special guest on the night
About Grainne:
A queer, nu-folk, singer-songwriter with a voice like complex coffee, Gráinne Hunt is a standout among Ireland’s most compelling vocalists and songwriters – blending raw emotion with a quiet, commanding power.
“The Irish Joni.” Michael Londra
Her two original records and new live EP, draw from deeply personal experiences, weaving stories of pain, longing and joy, earning her comparisons to Tracy Chapman and Natalie Merchant.
“…an astounding voice that will melt your heart. No crowd can resist.” Declan O’Rourke
Her reputation as a powerhouse performer has landed her on stages alongside Glen Hansard and U2, with opening slots for Gladys Knight and Mary Black. After showcasing at Folk Alliance International in 2024, she secured an 0-1 Visa to cement her presence stateside. She kicked off 2025 showcasing at Celtic Connections and is touring the US presently, before a showcase tour in Australia. She launches her new show ‘Queer Arrivals’ at Liverpool Irish Festival in Oct 2025.
Musically, this is similar to some of the best contemporary folk music out there. Solid lyrical stories with intricate vocals and harmonies, it’s just top-notch musicianship. We <3 Music
Beyond her solo work, Gráinne thrives in collaboration working with award winning guitarist Brendan Walsh on Songs from Ireland and Hibsen, a literary folk project who wrote an album based on James Joyce’s “Dubliners”.
“The hardest working woman in Irish music.” Glen Hansard
Somewhere I called home – live at the Martin factory – https://www.instagram.com/reel/DJ4ezLmRosf/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==
Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/artist/7BCD2hkYfZj2y454dFSgpC?si=Jdbx3PmtTsKds6Yj9KMhMA