Stiofán Ó Treabhair – “The Song of Wandering Aengus”

Stiofán Ó Treabhair’s debut single “The Song of Wandering Aengus” does a bold thing. There’s a genuine sense that he knows exactly where he comes from, and he’s not in a rush to dilute that. The track has a careful balance of tradition and personal voice, which isn’t easy to pull off when reinterpreting something as well-worn as a Yeats ballad.

His vocals carry the whole thing with a soft intensity that never pushes too hard but always holds your attention. It’s understated in the best way, landing somewhere between confidence and vulnerability. It helps that he surrounds himself with players who understand subtlety, the textures from the viola and ambient guitar feel necessary, not decorative. Nothing is overthought, but nothing’s casual either. It all adds up to a track that feels lived-in, even on first listen.

He’s just getting started. Make sure to follow Stiofán Ó Treabhair online to stay in the loop with future releases throughout the rest of 2025.