About

Wookalily a feisty all-female ensemble armed with ten instruments and a knack for mischief. 

Imagine this: five women, each a virtuoso in her own right, weaving together a sonic tapestry so captivating it’ll leave you wondering where your sanity ends and the magic begins.

Their arsenal? Four-part harmonies, low-bowed double bass, fluttering flutes, ‘offbeat’ drums, the spirited twang of banjo and a whole menagerie of other instruments including guitars, pianos and mandolins. If it makes noise and fits on stage, they’ll play it.

But it’s not just about the instruments—it’s the music. Original tunes blend toe-tapping fun with soul-stirring introspection, one minute you’ll be up dancing and the next pondering life’s great mysteries. Their debut album, ‘All The Waiting While’ was a playful romp through folk with a bluegrass twist, while their follow-up, ‘Everything is NormaL Except the Little Things Inside My Head’ took a darker turn. Recorded with award-winning producer Julie McLarnon on analogue tape for that extra dose of vintage warmth. 

Wookalily’s music dares to blur the lines between genres, mixing folk with a dash of psychedelia and a pinch of irreverence. If you’re up for music that defies explanation, turns a deaf ear to trends, and is unapologetically original, then heed the wooka’s beckoning.

Despite the untamed merriment they’re not just playing for fun—these ladies have graced the airwaves and screens of the BBC (BBC4 doc featuring Midge Ure and Rhod Gilbert), UTV, RTE, and Sky, sharing stages with legends like Martha Wainwright, playing countless festivals including Electric Picnic and touring around US (IBMA Songwriter’s Showcase in Nashville), UK and Ireland.  Gaining a large and loyal following along the way. 

After a brief hiatus filled with collaborative musical shenanigans and homespun music videos, Wookalily is back!