Bap Kennedy

The Profile

Bap Kennedy (Martin Christopher Kennedy) was a Northern Irish singer-songwriter and former frontman of Energy Orchard. Known for blending Celtic roots with Americana, he collaborated with artists including Steve Earle, Van Morrison, and Mark Knopfler. He was active from the late 1980s until his death in 2016.

Northern Irish singer-songwriter; fronted Energy Orchard; solo work includes The Sailor's Revenge produced with Mark Knopfler; collaborated with Steve Earle and Van Morrison; active 1987–2016; died in 2016.

A single glowing review spotlights The Sailor’s Revenge, produced with Mark Knopfler. It praises clear, calm instrumentation, Celtic-tinged atmosphere, and carefully crafted lyrics. The write-up highlights key tracks and frames the album as Bap Kennedy’s best, noting his notable collaborations and roots in Energy Orchard.