James Kelly

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Irish fiddler, born 1957 in Dublin and began working professionally at age 16. Has recorded and toured Europe extensively, both solo and with several influential Irish groups, including The Chieftains, Patrick Street, and Planxty. Has also been presenter of the “Pure Drop” series for Irish TV.

Son of Clare musician [a1259647], brother of fiddler [a=John Kelly (9)].

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The Next Level [ASOT 701] - Original Mix

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Prodigious (ASOT 923)

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Illusive (ASOT 886)

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The Next Level

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Cranial Nerve Test with Pat LaFontaine & Dr. James Kelly

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2 releases · data from Discogs

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2 live performances · data from Setlist.fm

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2025

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July 25, 2025

Fort Adams State Park

Newport, Rhode Island, United States

  • 1. Travelin' Troubadour

  • 2. Come Last Call

  • 3. One Mile At A Time

  • 4. I'd Rather Be Lonesome

  • 5. Mud Money

  • 6. Company I Keep


April 20, 2025

The Parlour

Providence, Rhode Island, United States

  • 1. Come Last Call

  • 2. Travelin' Troubadour

  • 3. Today All Them Sad Songs Came True

  • 4. Company I Keep

  • 5. I'd Rather Be Lonesome

  • 6. One Mile At A Time

  • 7. Gone Too Soon

  • 8. Big Dreams

  • 9. Mud Money

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James Kelly has released 2 albums between 1976 and 1979. Notable releases include Is It Yourself, John & James Kelly - The Best Of Traditional Irish Music. Explore their complete discography on this page.

James Kelly's most-played tracks include The Next Level [ASOT 701] - Original Mix, Prodigious (ASOT 923), Illusive (ASOT 886), The Next Level, Cranial Nerve Test with Pat LaFontaine & Dr. James Kelly. Listen to these songs and explore more from their catalog on this page.

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