The Howling Wake are an LA-based Celtic roots rock band that create a sound combining traditional Irish melodies, folk harmonies, and Americana rhythms. In 2025, the band unveiled its most dynamic lineup to date, marking a milestone in its storied history.  The latest version features Sean Duke (vocals, 12 string acoustic guitar, slide guitar), Tyler Griffin (vocals, mandolin, guitar, harmonica), Steve Hurley (bass, vocals), and Chelsea Moosekian (drums and percussion). For the last year, the Howling Wake has been expanding its sound and delighting fans all over Southern California with a unique combination of traditional, classic and modern songs played with a Celtic flair (and even including a little jamming).  

The Howling Wake are an LA-based Celtic roots rock band that create a sound combining traditional Irish melodies, folk harmonies, and Americana rhythms. In 2025, the band unveiled its most dynamic lineup to date, marking a milestone in its storied history.  The latest version features Sean Duke (vocals, 12 string acoustic guitar, slide guitar), Tyler Griffin (vocals, mandolin, guitar, harmonica), Steve Hurley (bass, vocals), and Chelsea Moosekian (drums and percussion). For the last year, the Howling Wake has been expanding its sound and delighting fans all over Southern California with a unique combination of traditional, classic and modern songs played with a Celtic flair (and even including a little jamming).