Pat McManus

Pat McManus is an Irish musician, singer-songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist from Derrylin, County Fermanagh, Northern Ireland. Raised in a highly musical family, he became an accomplished fiddle player at a young age before developing into a celebrated guitarist and rock musician. He first gained international recognition as a member of the hard-rock band Mama’s Boys, formed with his brothers John and Tommy, and later co-founded the Celtic-rock group Celtus.

McManus has since built a successful solo career and leads the Pat McManus Band, combining blues-rock, hard rock, traditional Irish influences, and virtuosic guitar & fiddle playing. In recent years, he has continued to earn strong acclaim for his energetic live performances, including appearances at major blues and rock festivals such as the Rory Gallagher International Festival and WinterStorm. His 2026 release Mesmerizing Circle further demonstrates his continuing creativity as a recording artist. Recent reviews have particularly praised his exceptional guitar playing, powerful stage presence, and enduring ability to connect with audiences.