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Original Folk-Pop with a Celtic Twist

DR9, from East Haddam CT, writes upbeat pop/folk music with tight male/female vocal harmony as the cornerstone. Their debut album, Matter of Time, released in 2021 showcases a Celtic twist, featuring professional Irish musicians as well as a Nashville-based sax and whistle player. Currently they frequent venues in the Connecticut River Valley area: local festivals, fairs, private events, and pubs since 2017, often sporting a fiddler to add to their coveted Irish flare. DR9 brings a catchy and folky feel to any show, fronting couple, Rebecca and Barry O'Doherty. Anchored by Jim David (drums), and Dana Takaki (fiddle), the songwriting of the local musical powerhouse demonstrates diverse guitar techniques, a broad vocal range and compelling lyrics, sprinkled with tasteful leads and unique rhythm. They not only have their musicianship down to a science, but have cultivated quite an attractive performance.

SEE US LIVE IN 2025!

MAR

01

High Nine Brewing Co.

Deep River

6-9

MAR

16

The Dublin

East Hampton

3-7

APR

5

Private Event

APR

18

Corvo Bar and Grill 

East Haddam

6-9

MAY 

17

High Nine Brewing Co.

Deep River

6-9

Jun

29

The Chester Farmer's Market

11-1

MAR 

15

The Irish American Home

Glastonbury (Parade Day)

2-7

MAR

29

Milestone 

Mystic

9-12a

APR

12

thE JUkE

Deep River

8-11

MAY 

4

The Meriden Daffodil Festival

1-2

Jun

01

The Winchester Cafe

Portland

4-7

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