Ireland has succeeded in producing some of the most popular and acclaimed music of recent decades. It has donw so to an extent that is complete out of proportion to its size. Out of Ireland focuses on the extraordinary individuals behind this story. EPISODE 1: 1950 to 1976 - The formation of showbands and the paving of the road to the era of beat groups and the early emergence of Irish rock icons such as Rory Gallagher, Phil Lynott, and Van Morrison. EPISODE 2: 1977 to 1986 - Irish rock'n'roll takes over. The Undertones and The Boomtown Rats begin to make a name for themselves. Meanwhile, art-rock begins to make some noise and introduces the island to future members of U2. EPISODE 3: 1987 to Present - Leading to the current time, this episode discusses the breakthrough of musicians such as Sinead O'Connor, The Pogues, The Corrs, Riverdance, The Cranberries, and many more.