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Celtic Icon Lucy MacNeil Announces Long-Awaited Solo Album and 2025 Tour Dates

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Lucy MacNeil

Lucy MacNeil

Mon Mar 03, 2025
Cashbox Canada

Celtic Icon Lucy MacNeil Announces Long-Awaited Solo Album and 2025 Tour Dates

 After 37 years of enchanting audiences worldwide as a member of the legendary Barra MacNeils, Lucy MacNeil is stepping into the spotlight with her highly anticipated solo album and a string of tour dates that will bring her rich, soul-stirring voice and deep-rooted Cape Breton traditions to audiences across Canada.

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For more than three decades, Lucy has been a cornerstone of the Barra MacNeils, one of the most celebrated and enduring acts in Celtic music. With a career spanning continents—from the remote shores of Fogo Island, Newfoundland, to the historic halls of Europe—her music has been the soundtrack of generations. Alongside her brothers, she has shared the stage with icons like Celine Dion, Kenny Rogers, and Rita MacNeil, appearing on multiple national television specials and headlining premier festivals and concert halls across the globe.

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Now, Lucy is carving a new path with a solo project that has been years in the making. Inspired by a lifetime immersed in the beauty and resilience of traditional music, her debut solo album is a heartfelt reflection of her deep connection to the Celtic heritage. It’s a collection of songs that honor the past while embracing the present—a musical legacy that will stand the test of time.

“During the quiet of the pandemic, I finally found the time to create something truly personal,” says Lucy. “This album is my love letter to the music that shaped me, and I can’t wait to share it with the world.”

To celebrate this milestone, Lucy MacNeil will embark on a national tour in March 2025, bringing her signature blend of evocative vocals, bodhrán, Celtic harp, fiddle, and step dancing to fans from Toronto to Vancouver. Audiences can expect an intimate, mesmerizing experience that showcases Lucy’s breathtaking artistry, honed over decades of live performances.

Lucy MacNeil 2025 Solo Tour Dates:

  • March 7 – Hugh’s Room, Toronto, ON
  • March 8 – Registry Theatre, Kitchener, ON
  • March 9 – Aeolian Hall, London, ON
  • March 10 – The Bassment, Saskatoon, SK
  • March 12 – ArtsPlace Canmore, Canmore, AB
  • March 13 – Festival Place, Sherwood Park, AB
  • March 14 – Calgary Folk Club, Calgary, AB
  • March 15 – Bailey Theatre, Camrose, AB
  • March 16 – Grande Prairie Live Theatre, Grande Prairie, AB
  • March 18 – Golden Civic Centre, Golden, BC
  • March 19 – Langham Theatre, Kaslo, BC
  • March 21 – Dream Café, Penticton, BC
  • March 23 – Rogue Folk Club, Vancouver, BC 

With an astonishing career that includes collaborations with symphony orchestras, headlining major international festivals, and leading artist-in-residence programs, Lucy MacNeil’s influence on Celtic music is undeniable. Her work with the Barra MacNeils has earned multiple awards, gold-certified albums, and international acclaim, making her one of Canada’s most cherished musical treasures.

This solo endeavor is more than just an album—it’s the next chapter in an extraordinary musical journey. And for those lucky enough to attend her upcoming tour, it’s an opportunity to witness a master at work, sharing the songs that have shaped her soul.

About Lucy MacNeil:

Best known as the angelic voice of the Barra MacNeils, Lucy MacNeil has been a driving force in the Celtic music scene for nearly four decades. With a repertoire that spans traditional ballads, spirited jigs, and original compositions, she has captivated audiences worldwide with her unparalleled musicianship and heartfelt storytelling. Now, with her first solo album, Lucy continues to honor the legacy of her Cape Breton roots while forging a new musical path of her own.

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