More than 15 years after it first aired, a classic television performance from Celtic Thunder is once again capturing attention online and many viewers say it still feels just as powerful today.

The Irish singing group appeared on Pittsburgh Today Live on KDKA-TV in October 2009 while promoting their “Take Me Home” tour in the United States. During the segment, the five-member lineup sat down for a long interview before delivering a live performance of the emotional ballad “Take Me Home,” written by Phil Coulter.

At the time, the group’s original lineup included George Donaldson, Keith Harkin, Paul Byrom, Ryan Kelly and a young Damian McGinty, who was only 16 years old during the interview.

During the program, the singers spoke about the group’s sudden success in the United States following their debut on PBS. Producers Sharon Browne and Phil Coulter explained that the group was carefully built around singers with very different personalities and vocal styles — a combination meant to create rich musical variety on stage.

The interview also captured the members joking with the host and sharing stories about touring America, while footage showed them rehearsing and meeting fans in Pittsburgh.

But the highlight came when the five singers stood together to perform “Take Me Home.” With strong stage presence and perfectly blended harmonies, the group delivered an emotional performance about longing for home and family.

As each member took turns singing the verses, their distinct voices built toward a powerful chorus that showcased the group’s signature sound. Even years later, viewers continue to praise the performance for its energy and vocal chemistry.

Online, many fans say the clip brings back memories of the group’s early years.

“The original five — over the top!” one viewer commented.

Another fan wrote, “The original group. Wonderful to watch and listen. George is missed,” remembering George Donaldson, who passed away in 2014.

Others praised the group’s harmonies, with one viewer saying, “Their voices blend so beautifully.”

Several longtime fans also reflected on how special the lineup was at the time. “The good old days. Love Celtic Thunder,” one comment read, while another added, “This is the best Celtic Thunder group ever.”

For many viewers revisiting the clip today, the performance is a reminder of why the group became so beloved around the world, proving that even more than a decade later, the magic of that moment on Pittsburgh Today Live still resonates.