Nicky Ryan

Nicholas “Nicky” Ryan, born 1949 in Dublin, Ireland, was introduced to the Irish folk band Clannad and became their sound engineer in 1975.

He left Clannad in 1982 with Enya (who had been with the band for about 3 years) to help launch her solo career.

Ryan developed a vocal layering technique that is the hallmark of Enya’s unique style.

He is married to Roma Ryan, Enya’s lyricist.