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Clannad

Clannad is a famous Irish band. Their music has been variously described as being folk music, new age, and Celtic. Enya is a famous former member. The band won a Grammy Award in 1999 for Best New Age Album.

"Clannad", which is Gaelic for "family," was formed by the Brennan family in 1970. Máire Brennan, Ciarán Brennan, Pól Brennan joined uncles Noel Duggan and Padraig Duggan and began performing in their fathers Leo's tavern. Máire's sister, Enya, joined the band in 1979 and left three years later in 1982.