Alder are a contemporary Irish folk trio blending traditional influences with original songwriting. The group features Mark O’Donnell (vocals, fiddle, guitar), Grace Killeen (vocals, harmonium, guitar), and Iarla Dunford (bodhrán). Their sound is rooted in Irish folk tradition while exploring new textures through layered vocals and arrangements. Drawing on themes of landscape, nostalgia, and folklore, Alder’s music sits between traditional and contemporary folk, with a focus on storytelling and atmosphere.