Akshita Siddhapura
Following her involvement with the Sumud Flotilla, and her release from Israeli jails, Carsie Blanton had to cancel her american tour planned during the fall. The American singer-songwriter postponed it to next spring, and added a short headline tour in Ireland. Tickets are going for sale on friday as she will also release her long awaited new single “The Little Flame”. For fans in Dublin, Cork, Limerick, Galway, Belfast, and beyond, this feels more like a homecoming than just another concert series.
Who is Carsie Blanton
Blanton has spent nearly two decades building her career as an independent artist, mixing folk, jazz, rock, and politically charged songwriting. Her work captures the essence of classic singer-songwriters while also embracing a rebellious spirit. Critics and fans describe her as a “stick of dynamite disguised as a firecracker” because of her powerful blend of melody, humor, and social awareness.
Her music resonates with listeners who seek emotional honesty and clear political messages. She writes songs about inequality, resilience, love, and solidarity, all delivered with warmth, humour, and memorable hooks.
What “The Little Flame” Could Signal
Carsie Blanton has shared “The Little Flame” with fans for a while now, and its official release alongside the new Irish tour brings a new sense of excitement. Rooted in Blanton’s strong respect for protest culture and rebel songs, the track celebrates freedom and the bravery needed to defend it, even when the odds seem stacked against you. As she has said, every protest, picket line, or uprising leaves a mark on history, inspiring others to keep that “little flame” of justice alive.
The song paints a vivid picture of global challenges for justice and equality, without taking sides. It references essential moments and figures from apartheid in South Africa, slavery and segregation in the U.S., the Cuban Revolution, the Easter Rising, and groups like the suffragettes and labour unions. Blanton honours heroes such as the two Bobbys, James Connolly, Ernesto “Che” Guevara, Faye Schulman, Dolores Huerta, Bernardine Dohrn, and Joe Hill, the Swedish-American activist and singer executed in 1915, whose words conclude the song: “Good luck to all of you, don’t cry.”
Ultimately, “The Little Flame” reflects on history while also urging action. Blanton views history as ongoing, a living, changing force. Through the song, she reminds listeners that the fight for justice is still happening today. For fans, it’s more than just a single; it serves as a rallying point, a key piece that could shape the emotional journey of her 2026 Irish tour and highlight her ongoing mission of combining music with activism.
The Ireland Tour – What Fans Should Know
Venues & Dates: The tour will cover several Irish cities. Early indicators show a Dublin date at the intimate (and iconic) venue Whelan’s in late April 2026.
Tickets Go On Sale Friday: As announced, tickets will be available on Ticketmaster the same day as the single release, giving fans a chance to grab seats or standing spots before the buzz builds.
Live Performance Energy: Blanton’s live shows are known for their mix of warmth, defiance, humor, and emotional vulnerability. Previous Irish performances have drawn praise for their intimacy and power.
What to Expect in the Concert Experience
Attending a Carsie Blanton concert is more than just a gig. It’s often seen as a shared experience, a gathering of like-minded people brought together by music. Her performance style invites participation, reflection, laughter, and sometimes a call to action.
With new music on the way and an upcoming Irish tour, fans can expect a setlist that mixes favourite older tracks with brand-new material. Her performance will offer the blend of activism, soul, and storytelling that defines Blanton’s art. No doubt that “The Little Flame” will be one of the highlight of the evening. In the meantime, the release of the single will be a nice listen as her new album “The Red Album Vol.2” is due to release on 16th January 2026.
