Enda Riley

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2026 Entertainers

Enda Reilly Dublin-born singer-songwriter Enda Reilly brings the songs, stories, and spirit of Ireland to audiences across the United States. Now based in Plymouth, Michigan, he is known for blending timeless Irish ballads with original songs rooted in folklore, history, and the Irish language. Winner of the prestigious IMRO Christy Hennessy Songwriting Competition, Enda also co-wrote the No.1 Irish hit “All Along the Wild Atlantic Way” with Aoife Scott. His latest album Hy-Brasil takes its name from the legendary island said to lie somewhere between Ireland and America — a fitting image for an artist whose music bridges both shores. The record earned Enda Male Vocalist of the Year honors from Chicago’s WDCB Radio. Enda has appeared at festivals including Milwaukee Irish Fest, Michigan Irish Music Festival, Iowa Irish Fest, and Penn-Mar Irish Festival, and has performed at venues in Ireland such as the National Concert Hall and the National Library of Ireland. With powerful vocals, expressive guitar playing, and a gift for storytelling, Enda’s performances move easily from rousing pub favorites to haunting original songs inspired by Irish myth, poetry, and history. Whether leading a sing-along or sharing the story behind a centuries-old ballad, Enda Reilly brings audiences closer to the living tradition of Irish music.