The Guggenheim Grotto

The Guggenheim Grotto
Mick Lynch of Guggenheim Grotto
Background information
OriginCounty Mayo, Ireland
GenresFolk-pop
Years active2003–2013
LabelsUnited For Opportunity
MembersKevin May, Mick Lynch
Past membersShane Power

The Guggenheim Grotto is a folk-pop band from, County Mayo, Ireland. The members of The Guggenheim Grotto are Kevin May from Ballinrobe, and Mick Lynch from Dublin. Guggenheim Grotto has a unique sound, characterized by an emphasis on piano instrumentals supporting their harmonies. Partridge of the Hartford Courant described their style as "folk-influenced indie-pop" and said it fit well with other music popular on college and public radio, such as Rufus Wainwright, Crowded House, and Kings of Convenience. The music varies from rock, to pop, folk, and even soul. Their influences include Leonard Cohen and Tom Waits, although that is not immediately apparent from their sound.