Liam grew up in Ballinspittle, just outside Kinsale and discovered a passion for music at a young age learning the button accordion with the CCÉ Béal Átha an Spidéil Comhaltas branch. Liam started gigging in numerous pubs around Kinsale and Cork from the age of 17. He taught music to younger button accordion players in the local music branch also.
After earning his Bachelor of Education degree, Liam taught in London before pursuing music full-time, performing as a resident musician and entertainer, along side Aisling at Raglan Road in Disney Springs, Florida. In 2018, he and Paul toured China with the Irish dance show Gaelforce, performing in multiple arenas across the country, and later that year joined Rhythm of the Dance for a UK tour.
Now based in Cork, Liam balances his teaching career with an active music life. Most recently, in December 2024, he and Aisling performed in Malta with Gaelforce. He continues to play in trad sessions and perform with original music group BRIARS, who rocked the Word Stage at Electric Picnic and Monroes at Galway Folk Festival in the summer of 2024.
Liam is thrilled to bring Tides of Tradition to his hometown. He is looking forward to performing for family, friends and visitors of Kinsale and sharing his passion of Irish music with you all.