Shirley Callaghan is an Irish singer-songwriter whose work explores the darker side of human experience, unflinching, intimate, and emotionally resonant.   Drawing on themes of war, power, and injustice, alongside more personal explorations of grief, betrayal, and survival, she crafts stark, haunting songs grounded in lived experience.

Since releasing her debut single, Ice Queen, in January 2024, she has released a number of independent singles, receiving airplay across Ireland, the UK, the US, South Africa, and Australia, while accumulating over 350,000 Spotify streams.

Recent highlights include a performance at the Cavern Club, Liverpool, and the release of two singles in 2026: Sleep When I'm Dead and Haunting My Shadows, a collaboration with Elephant Ears.

Her single His Mother, produced by songwriter and producer Paul Statham, was written during the early stages of the war in Ukraine and reflects on the impact of conflict on families.

Alongside her solo work, Shirley collaborates with artists and songwriters internationally and has participated in songwriting retreats in Spain and the UK, including a recent retreat in Málaga. She continues to write and record new material, with further releases planned.

Shirley has performed at festivals and events across Ireland, including Cosmic Gardens Festival in County Clare, where she presented an acoustic set of original songs.

She is currently preparing her debut album for independent release.