Hi all - its 2025 and we're touring! Please check our Facebook & Youtube pages for updates / songs & video clips!
Cry Before Dawn first formed in Wexford in 1982. Combining the intensity of guitar-driven rock with the rich heritage of traditional Irish pipes and whistles, this fusion creates a powerful and dynamic sound that sets them apart in the music scene.
The band has reached incredible heights with two double platinum-selling albums and a collection of prestigious national awards. Renowned for their passionate and electrifying performances, they gained a dedicated following through extensive live shows in Ireland, the UK, and the USA
As they entered 2024, the band launched an extensive nationwide tour, selling out major venues across the country, including two consecutive nights at the Wexford Spiegeltent and three unforgettable nights at the iconic Whelan’s Main Venue in Dublin.
On 1 August 2025 the band released “Open Water”, their first vinyl release since 1989. The 6 track EP was produced by Grammy nominated Chris O’Brien and Graham Murphy at The Production Suite Dublin and débuted at No. 1 in the Official Irish Independent Album Chart, and No. 2 in the overall Official Irish Album Chart
Cry Before Dawn have also recently played live on TG4 as part of their 2025 Fleadh Cheoil broadcast from the band’s hometown of Wexford, and their performance was seen by approx. 1m people across the globe
