Liam Dailey Music
Overview
Liam is a folk musician steeped in the Irish and Americana traditions with 15 years of performance experience solo and in bands. In performance, he tries to capture the energy of a session around a campfire where all good songs are welcome — from Dylan and the Beatles, to the Pogues and the Dubliners, to Noah Kahan and Zach Bryan — and where every voice is welcome to join in on the chorus.
Available to perform solo, as a duo, or as a three- or four-piece folk band.
Set lists are always customized to the event and the crowd, and requests (and even karaoke spots) are welcome!
Reviews
8 reviews
Liza G.
September 4, 2026Beyond expectations! Best duo for the best wedding welcome
We hired Liam for our welcome party, which had a hoedown throwdown theme, and without Liam, I really don’t think the night would have come to life the way it did.
He met with us ahead of time and shared his extensive song list with us, which made it so easy to figure out exactly what we wanted. He and his bandmate are incredibly talented musicians, and the sound was amazing.
They completely understood the vibe we were going for and brought so much energy to the night. Liam clearly knows what he’s doing, and it made the whole experience really easy for us.
I’m so glad we hired him and would absolutely recommend him to anyone looking for talented musicians who know how to create a fun atmosphere.
Hired as: Acoustic Band, Folk Band, Multi-Instrumentalist, Singer/Songwriter, Singing Guitarist
Liam Dailey Music
Such a pleasure celebrating with your family and friends. Thanks for including us in your wedding weekend!
Liam and Steve
Claire S.
September 2, 2026Book Him!!!
Liam was incredible to work with and provided amazing entertainment for our engagement party. He was flexible with timing as the party approached and showed up ready to go. Created a great setlist and was was able to read the crowd perfectly. Everyone complimented them and asked for their details. Will definitely book Liam again!
Hired as: Singing Guitarist
Liam Dailey Music
Thanks for the kind words, Claire, and congratulations!
Your family and friends were a bunch of fun. Thanks for including us in your celebration. Looking forward to Ireland 2028! :)
Liam and Steve
Steve M.
December 7, 2025Retirement/50th Birthday
Guys were outstanding! Very talented and easy to work with. Everyone had a great time!
Hired as: Celtic Music
Liam Dailey Music
Thanks for having us, Steve, and congratulations! Give us a shout for your 60th. :)
Best,
Liam and Steve
Brandon B.
September 8, 2025Fantastic!
Liam was easy to work with ahead of the event and provided fantastic music for our event. We would definitely use him again!
Hired as: Celtic Music, Singing Guitarist
Liam Dailey Music
Thanks, Brandon! It was a pleasure playing for ya'll. Happy to come back any time!
Liam and Mae
Patricia R.
July 21, 2025Great Combo!
We had an amazing time, and having Liam Daily play for our gathering added so much to our evening! Liam and his combo learned several additional songs for our evening, which was also a wonderful addition to the night. Their sound, vocal blends, and instrumental selections were well-appreciated by our family and friends. If I could give more than five stars, I would - quality group!
Hired as: Celtic Music, Country Band, Folk Band, Folk Singer, Irish / Scottish Entertainment, Mandolin Player, Singing Guitarist
Liam Dailey Music
Thanks for the kind words, Patricia. We really enjoyed meeting your family and we hope the celebration the next day was absolutely fabulous! We also enjoyed your requests. Some of them will definitely be added to the regular song rotation.
Until next time!
Liam (on behalf of Dailey, Smith, & Roney)
Booking information
Price range: $300 and up.
Languages: English
Gig length: 30 - 240 minutes
Past booked events
August 2026
29
Saturday
Wedding Engagement
5:30pm - 9:00pm
•
Sea Cliff, NY
28
Friday
Dinner Party
7:00pm - 10:00pm
•
Beacon, NY
June 2026
21
Sunday
Birthday Party
6:00pm - 8:00pm
•
Brooklyn, NY
May 2026
01
Friday
Cocktail Party
7:00pm - 9:00pm
•
New York City, NY
March 2026
19
Thursday
Dinner Party
5:00pm - 7:00pm
•
Briarcliff Manor, NY
December 2025
06
Saturday
Birthday Party
7:00pm - 11:00pm
•
Union, NJ
November 2025
22
Saturday
Wedding Reception
9:00pm - 10:00pm
•
New York City, NY
September 2025
18
Thursday
Corporate Event
2:00pm - 6:00pm
•
New York City, NY
04
Thursday
Corporate Event
6:00pm - 8:00pm
•
New York City, NY
August 2025
22
Friday
Cocktail Party
7:00pm - 9:30pm
•
Lake Placid, NY
July 2025
18
Friday
Rehearsal Dinner
6:30pm - 9:30pm
•
Farmingdale, NY
12
Saturday
House Party
5:00pm - 8:00pm
•
Belford, NJ
June 2025
28
Saturday
Birthday Party
3:00pm - 7:00pm
•
Short Hills, NJ
24
Tuesday
Birthday Party
5:30pm - 9:00pm
•
Jersey City, NJ
Set list
Liam performs over 300 songs. A (mostly) complete song list is available on his website (liamdailey.com/song-list).
Here are some examples that show up in most sets:
A Bar Song (Tipsy) — Shaboozey
Amie — Pure Prairie League
Atlantic City — The Band / Bruce Springsteen
The Boxer — Simon & Garfunkel
Brown Eyed Girl — Van Morrison
Chasing Cars — Snow Patrol
Country Roads — John Denver
Dead Flowers — The Rolling Stones
Dirty Old Town — The Pogues / Ewan MacColl
Don't Think Twice, It's Alright — Bob Dylan
Feathered Indians — Tyler Childers
Fields of Athenry — The Dubliners / Pete St. John
Folsom Prison Blues — Johnny Cash
Friend of the Devil — The Grateful Dead
Galway Girl — Steve Earle
The Green and Red of Mayo — The Saw Doctors
Have You Ever Seen the Rain — Creedence Clearwater Revival
I Had Some Help — Post Malone
Losing My Religion — R.E.M.
Northern Attitude — Noah Kahan
Ordinary Man — Christy Moore
Peaceful Easy Feeling — The Eagles
Sister Golden Hair — America
Something in the Orange — Zach Bryan
Tennessee Whiskey — Chris Stapleton
Valerie — Amy Winehouse
When It Rains It Pours — Luke Combs
Willin' — Little Feat
Influences and inspiration
Liam grew up listening to the great music of the '50s, '60s, and '70s from folk groups like the Clancy Brothers to the experimental rock of the Beatles and the Talking Heads. His songwriting idols include Leonard Cohen, Paul Simon, and Richard Shindell. He listens to contemporary indie folk and rock including the National, Lankum, Deer Tick, and Fontaines D.C., and he's a proud Swiftie.
Most importantly, he's influenced and inspired by the incredible music communities of NYC and Boston including friends in bands like Sheridan Rúitín, Devri, The Day Boys, and the Canny Brothers.