About


Big Paddy is Colorado Irish Rock . A band that gets the body moving and the soul to soar.

Big Paddy has been on the scene for 10 years now and recently became a full five piece band. The original member, Sean Gaughan, sings his heart out while playing Acoustic Drums and Percussion. Dan Merwin leads his guitar through the hills of Ireland. Dave Sweeny holds down the low end while Andrew Thompson spins his Mandolin and Acoustic Guitar during Jigs and Reels. And of course, the lovely Laura Quam plays the Fiddle with accuracy and passion.

Together , Big Paddy delivers a show worthy of the world stage. Entertaining “is” what this band does so well. Slainte!

Openers and Venues:

  • Big Paddy has opened up for the Young Dubliners, The Elders, The Indulgers, and The Prodigals.
  • Venues: Fox Theater, Boulder Theatre, Gothic, Colorado Irish Fest, Craft Lager Festival in Manitou Springs, Jack Quinns, Celtic House Pub, The Exchange Tavern, Conor Oneals, FADO, Dark Horse, Scruffy Murphys, Wolf Tongue , Chalet Swiss, The Attic, Pearl St Pub, Catacombs, Boulder Brewery, Sibeans, OLI, Etc.
  • Contact: Sean Gaughan 303-818-6358 sean@bigpaddy.com