The Shruggs Cork

Harmony loving folk/pop duo from Cork, ‘The Shruggs’, comprising of musicians James Downing and Kees Hendrickx, have been steadily carving out a formidable presence on the Irish music scene.
The Shruggs have released a string of singles over the past number of years including the viral hit ‘West Cork’ and their recent release ‘Last Call’. Hailed by Hot Press as a “rising act to keep an eye on,” they’ve built a loyal following by weaving rich vocal harmonies with a contemporary folk sensibility. The Shruggs have shared the stage with acclaimed artists including The 4 Of Us, The Frank and Walters, Mark Geary, and Bagatelle.

What people have been saying about The Shruggs:

“There’s an undoubted gift for strong melody present.” – Nialler9

“Rhythmically pleasing, with Fleet Foxes-like harmonies that are pitch-perfect.” – Remy’s Music and Film Blog

“The exuberance of the execution will surely put a smile on even the sternest of faces.” – PureMzine

The Shruggs are known for their DIY and independent approach to releasing and creating music. They regularly collaborate with local and international musicians on their releases and live shows, including River McGann on violin, Brian Casey on piano and Riann McCarthy on Banjo, among others.