DUG is the new musical venture of songwriter Conor Lorkin O'Reilly and California banjo player Jonny Pickett. Having spent the past decade in Upstate NY, releasing albums and touring extensively, Conor (Lorkin O'Reilly) moved to Dublin in 2022 to start a new musical chapter. Drawing inspiration from both Irish and American traditional music, DUG aims to create a transatlantic blend that reflects the musical heritages of both its members. Their first single "Jubilee" was shortlisted for two Grammy Nominations in 2024 "Best Americana Roots Song" & "Best Americana Roots Performance" Their debut album 'Have At It!' was released on September 19, 2025.
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DUG plays an Americana-folk blend that merges Irish traditional music with American old-time roots, released via Claddagh Records.
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DUG is based in Dublin, Ireland, formed by songwriter Lorkin O'Reilly and Californian banjo player Jonny Pickett.
DUG consists of Lorkin O'Reilly and Jonny Pickett.
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