Seán McKenna

Ballad singer Seán McKenna, from Dundalk, performs solo at Sneaky Pete's, drawing on traditional folk and modern protest songs after several years with The Mary Wallopers.

Seán McKenna is a ballad singer from Dundalk, in County Louth. McKenna was a founding member of The Mary Wallopers and spent nine years touring with the band before leaving in early 2025. Since then Seán McKenna has performed solo.

Solo performances combine driving guitar melodies with politically charged lyrics. The songs draw on traditional folk and modern protest, forming a gritty blend of older and newer material.

Sneaky Pete's is a Scottish venue that hosts concerts and shows. The evening suits listeners who follow folk-based songwriting with political content, and those curious about Seán McKenna's move from group work to a solo project.