The Henry Girls

The Henry Girls

The Henry Girls are a three-sister group from County Donegal, Ireland. They grow up in a music-loving household, with parents who introduce them to a wide range of artists and styles including The Everly Brothers, The Bothy Band, The Beatles, Johnny Cash and Ella Fitzgerald, alongside traditional Irish music. They start playing together in childhood and turn professional in 2010.

Style and sound

Their music combines Irish folk and roots elements with touches of Americana, bluegrass and blues. They are known for close vocal harmonies and detailed arrangements, and their songs are described as tuneful, catchy and warm. Their repertoire draws on both old and new material, and their sound reflects a broad mix of influences. They are often compared with Crosby, Stills & Nash, The Dixie Chicks and The Be Good Tanyas.

Career and recordings

After going professional, they tour extensively across Europe and North America, including Germany, America, Sweden, Italy, Switzerland, Holland, Austria and the UK. In 2011, they appear as guest backing vocalists on Mary Black’s album Stories from the Steeples, including a duet with Imelda May. Their album December Moon is produced by Calum Malcolm and recorded in Scotland; it is named among a top 10 albums list for 2013. In early 2014, they release Louder Than Words, which receives strong reviews in the Irish press and is later issued in the UK, Germany and the USA.

Reception

They are regarded as a notable folk and roots act from Ireland, with praise focused especially on their harmony singing and their distinct sound. Reviews describe their work as high quality, understated and confident, and note that they have forged a style of their own.