Clannad

Clannad are an Irish band formed in 1970 in Gaoth Dobhair, County Donegal. Their music has been variously described as bordering on folk and folk rock, traditional Irish, Celtic and New Age, often incorporating elements of an even broader spectrum of smooth jazz and Gregorian chant. After twelve years of success in the folk music industry, they shot to international recognition in 1982 with the release of the "Theme from Harry's Game", becoming t... More

Place Musical Career Began:

Active as Musical Artist (start):

  • 1970

Also known as:

  • Clanned,
  • Maire NiBhraonain & Clannad,
  • Maire NiBhraonain with Clannad
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Music

Track Contributions:

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Members Of Musical Group:

Member Period (start) Period (end)
  • 1980
  • 1982
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Award Winner

Awards Won:

Year Award Winning work
  • 1998

Grammy Award for Best New Age Album Winners

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