Exclusive - Irish Indie Folk band Tonnta release new EP


mars 05, 2025

Against the Tides EP from Tonnta

Tonnta is a three-piece indie-folk band from Cork, Ireland, featuring Colum Sheehan, Julie Harrington, and Seán Ó  Faoláin. Friends since their school days, they started making music together as teenagers, drawing inspiration from the landscapes of West Cork and the sense of both escape and belonging it evokes.

Their name, tonnta—the Irish word for “waves”—reflects the movement in their music, oscillating between quiet, stripped-back moments and fuller, layered sounds. Blending guitars, bass, drums, and banjo with both male and female vocals, their sound is rooted in folk with an indie sensibility. 

A key part of their identity is their collaborative approach—each member writes and sings, much like an Irish sing-song where every voice brings a new perspective.

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What to expect from the EP

Tonnta's upcoming EP, Against the Tides, includes tracks such as Rabbit Hole, Beach House, Dreaming and the title track Against the Tides exploring themes of nature and escapism, through soulfully introspective lyrics and atmospheric folk-rock melodies.

Tonnta Live

Tonnta performed songs from Against the Tides at MALT London in December 2024, showcasing their ability to create an intimate yet powerful live experience. Future gigs will be announced in the coming months.

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Against the Tides is available on all streaming platforms on Friday, March 7th, 2025.