Haggis X-1 is a high-energy Celtic rock band built around veteran members of Enter the Haggis. Over a 30-year career, Enter the Haggis toured extensively across North America, performing on national television programs including Regis and Kelly, A&E, PBS, and at prestigious stages such as the Kennedy Center for the Arts. Their songs “One Last Drink” and “Down With The Ship” have become modern Celtic pub anthems, keeping audiences raising a pint and singing along wherever they’re played. Carrying that legacy forward, Haggis X-1 blends driving rhythms, pipes, fiddle, and memorable songs into a powerful live show that connects equally with longtime Celtic music fans and brand-new listeners. The band delivers a mix of beloved Enter the Haggis favorites and fresh material, all rooted in strong melodies, big choruses, and a sense of celebration. In addition to Craig Downie, Trevor Lewington and Tom Barraco of Enter the Haggis, Haggis X-1’s lineup features virtuoso fiddler and multi-instrumentalist Jesse Grandmont on fiddle and mandolin (known for appearances on America’s Got Talent and Conan O'Brien Needs a Friend), guitarist Will Earley adding rhythmic punch and melodic flair, vocalist/keyboardist Charlotte Roth bringing dynamic lead vocals and rich textures to the band’s sound, and Anthony Candullo on bass. Together, they create an engaging, contemporary take on Celtic rock that’s equally at home in listening rooms, theatres, clubs, and festival stages. Haggis X-1 is built for live performance: a tight, seasoned band delivering big hooks, fiery instrumentals, and the kind of communal singalongs that turn every night into a celebration.  

Brian Thomas is an Upstate New York folk musician and songwriter whose music blends the timeless storytelling of folk and Americana with the grit of country and blues. His songs explore love, loss, and the complexity of life. Brian’s musical roots run deep. He grew up listening to his uncles play blues and bluegrass music, developing an early appreciation for honest songwriting, acoustic instruments, and the power of a song. Those influences continue to shape his music today. Over the years, Brian has developed a style that feels both familiar and fresh—rooted in traditional American music but driven by a modern indie-folk sensibility. His songwriting is personal without being exclusive, finding the universal in everyday experiences and turning those moments into songs that connect with audiences. That connection is at the center of Brian’s live performances. Whether playing an intimate acoustic set or taking the stage with BT & The Strikes, he brings an authentic, unpretentious energy that puts the songs first. The result is music that can be found in a listening room, a barroom, or on a festival stage.