Top Music Searches and Trends in Ireland 2025: Zach Bryan, Luke Combs, and Oasis Lead the Way
In 2025, American singer-songwriter Zach Bryan topped the list of most searched musicians in Ireland, with Luke Combs and Oasis following closely behind, according to Google’s Year in Search. Bryan's popularity surged this year with three sold-out gigs at Phoenix Park, while Combs' announcement of Slane Castle shows helped him secure the second spot. Oasis made it to the top three, thanks to their headline performances at Dublin's Croke Park this summer. Other artists in the Top 10 include Kneecap, Kendrick Lamar, McFly’s Danny Jones, Robbie Williams, Azealia Banks, Pete Doherty, and Irish pop singer Samantha Mumba.
The public's interest in live shows and new music releases drove the search trends, with Irish fans showing particular enthusiasm for acts performing in the country. Apart from music, weather and politics dominated Ireland's search queries. Storm Eowyn, which hit the country in January, was the top overall search term, while questions about its pronunciation became a common "How to" search. Catherine Connolly ranked third overall, reflecting the public's interest in the presidential election, which also featured prominently in the 'How To' searches. Sporting events like the Ryder Cup, Champions League, and FIFA Club World Cup captured the nation's attention, with Cricket making it to the list, featuring the India vs. England match in seventh place.
In the realm of entertainment, TV shows like Monster: The Ed Gein Story, Adolescence, and House of Guinness were highly searched, while movie enthusiasts looked up Nosferatu, 28 Years Later, and Superman. Popular recipes that people searched for included coffee, Dubai Chocolate, and the Pornstar Martini. The diverse range of search interests in music, weather, politics, sports, and entertainment reflects the varied tastes and curiosities of the Irish public in 2025.