Manhattan-based Irish rock band the Prodigals bring their jig-punk approach to trad-rock to the Shannon Pub this Saturday (Jan. 19). The four band members—Gregory Grene (accordion, vocals), Eamon O’Tuama (guitar, vocals), Ed Kollar (bass) and Chris Higginbottom (drums)—grew up mostly in the “Old Country,” so the fusion of New York energy and Irish spirit gives them a special appeal. Though they’ve spent time in both Ireland and other European countries for touring purposes, they remain firmly grounded in their East Coast mentality, producing the kind of “kick-ass Celtic rock” (according to the New York Post) that goes over so well. Especially in South Buffalo. The show starts at 9pm.