Martin Doherty is an Irish musician and singer best known for his contributions to Irish folk music and his guest performances with The Wiggles with him appearing on the songs “October Winds” and “John O’ Dreams (Irish Lullaby)” from the album Go To Sleep Jeff!.
After moving to Australia in 1970, Doherty worked in construction by day while performing music at night and on weekends. He played in several Irish folk bands, including Bold Crew, Raglan Road, and Roisin, and went on to share the stage with renowned artists such as The Dubliners, Mary Black, Christy Moore, and John Denver. Among his career highlights are performing “Wild Colonial Boy” with Mick Jagger during the filming of Ned Kelly, composing music for the film Act of Betrayal, and becoming the first musician to perform at Parliament House in Sydney during the 2004 visit of Irish political leader Gerry Adams.
A lifelong advocate for the arts and community causes, Doherty is an honorary life member of the CFMEU and continues to perform regularly with guitarist Leigh Birkett. Their collaborative album Many Roads and the charity single “March of the Brave” have both been well received. Now based in Wallerawang, New South Wales, Doherty remains active in music, performing, recording, and developing his own studio, Bald Rock Studios.