The High Kings in Denver

About The High Kings

The High Kings are an Irish folk supergroup formed in 2008, bringing together four accomplished musicians who've spent decades in the traditional music scene. They've built a reputation for taking classic Irish songs and giving them contemporary arrangements that somehow feel both fresh and respectful to the source material. Their strength lies in tight harmonies and genuine musicianship rather than gimmickry. They've toured extensively across Europe, North America, and Australia, maintaining a steady presence on the folk circuit. The group appeals to both purists who appreciate their technical skill and casual listeners drawn to the accessibility of their sound. They've released multiple albums and continue to be fixtures at folk festivals and theaters worldwide.

Their shows have the feel of a really good pub session that got way bigger. Crowds tend to be mixed generations, everyone pretty engaged. They're solid musicians who don't oversell things, and the room usually gets quiet when it matters.

Known for The Parting Glass, Rocky Road to Dublin, Whiskey in the Jar, Finnegan's Wake, The Foggy Dew

The High Kings in Denver News

• What’s on in Wexford – 7 things to do around the county this week The Irish Independent · Feb 4, 2026
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• Opry le Daniel series recorded in the Millennium Forum comes to TG4 Derry Journal · Oct 15, 2025
• Arvada Center unveils Summer Concert Series lineup featuring Melissa Ethridge, Corrine Bailey Rae Colorado Community Media · Apr 8, 2024
• 600+ Denver Concerts to See In March 303 Magazine · Mar 4, 2019

Live Music in Denver

Denver's folk and Americana scene has always had room for Irish music, partly because there's a genuine Irish cultural presence in the city and partly because acoustic-driven storytelling just works here. The High Kings fit naturally into a town that takes its traditional music seriously—you'll find Celtic sessions happening regularly in bars from Highland to LoDo. The city's elevation and clear air seem to make vocal harmonies sit differently, which explains why folk acts tend to land well at venues like the Arvada Center.

Denver road trip to see The High Kings?

Stay in Highland, where tree-lined streets and independent bookstores make it feel like you're actually in Denver rather than passing through. Eat at Frasca Food and Wine if you want to understand why Colorado takes its ingredients seriously—it's fine dining without pretense. Before the show, spend an afternoon at the Denver Art Museum's contemporary wing, which often has installations that match the visual language of experimental music. Walk around Santa Fe Drive's gallery district. It's the kind of neighborhood where the art and music scenes actually talk to each other.