ZACHARY LUCKY & KENAN FLANNERY
One Night Only at Whelan’s
Little Whelan’s • Tue 7th October 2025
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A rare and unmissable night of songs, stories, and soul.
Canadian country legend Zachary Lucky brings his gravel-voiced, old-school charm to Dublin for the first time, fresh off the success of his critically acclaimed album “The Wind” — hailed as one of the year’s best and dominating the European Americana charts. A grandson of Canadian country pioneer Smilin’ Johnnie Lucky, Zachary is widely regarded as one of the most authentic voices in roots music today, often compared to Gordon Lightfoot, Kris Kristofferson, and Townes Van Zandt. A true master storyteller with a deep connection to the land and people he sings about.
Zachary Lucky is is unapologetically old-school country, armed with a husky, baritone voice - He often receives comparisons to songwriters such as Gordon Lightfoot and Kris Kristofferson. He sings of Canadian places and people as knowingly as he might Townes Van Zandt or the Rio Grande. His songs are relatable on many levels and conjure universal feelings that have passed through our collective timelines. Already hailed as a master storyteller by outlets ranging from No Depression to The Globe and Mail, Zachary is becoming a legend in his own right and has safely reserved his spot at the table of Canadian roots royalty.