KÍLA to release new album Raise the Road

Irish trad-fusion group KÍLA are set to release their next album, Raise the Road, on May 9.

Arranged by composer Paul Frost, the record combines funk, mambo and New Orleans jazz with the signature trad of KÍLA.

Ahead of the release, KÍLA alongside Paul Frost's Brass Band, will perform an exclusive preview of Raise the Road on RTÉ Radio 1's Arena on May 6.

Formed in the 1980s by brothers Rónán, Colm and Rossa Ó Snodaigh, KÍLA have become one of Ireland's most dynamic collectives in Ireland and now includes Eoin Dillon, Dee Armstrong, Lance Hogan and Brian Hogan.

With over 20 releases across their five decade career, KÍLA has collaborated with some of the biggest names in Irish music, including U2,  Sinéad O'Connor, Shane MacGowan and The Dubliners.

They have also contributed to the score of Irish films, including Wolfwalkers and Arracht.

Raise the Road will be available on May 9 and previewed live on RTÉ Radio 1 at 7pm, May 6.