Irish singer Damian McGinty is set to embark on his first major US tour as a solo artist. McGinty found fame with Irish band Celtic Thunder. He left the band to join the cast of the hit US TV show Glee as Irish exchange student Rory Flanagan. It is four years since he last toured… Continue reading Damian McGinty set for solo US tour
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Billy Connolly’s back in the music studio
Billy Connolly is returning to his folk music roots as he is set to feature on the new album his old friend Phil Coulter. The Scottish comedian began his career as a folk musician, as the harpist and singer for The Humblebums back in the 1970s. He then turned to comedy and is now one… Continue reading Billy Connolly’s back in the music studio
Writer’s block casts doubt over new U2 album
It is looking like the long awaited U2 comeback album may be delayed after lead singer Bono is said to be struggling with writer’s block. Reports earlier in the year had suggested that the Irish rock legends would be releasing their first album in five years during the summer. The band have already enjoyed success… Continue reading Writer’s block casts doubt over new U2 album
Traditional music fans tour Ireland for film
Film maker Maarten Roos and cellist Ilse de Ziah have produced a feature length documentary called Living the Tradition, an enchanting journey into old Irish airs. It was a labour of love that saw them travelling all over Ireland gathering material. Here is their story. In December 2012 filmmaker Maarten Roos was looking for Irish… Continue reading Traditional music fans tour Ireland for film
Music fans in mourning for George Donaldson
Celtic Thunder fans and the world of music in general are in mourning tonight following the death of George Donaldson. The Celtic Thunder star suffered a massive heart attack yesterday at his home in Glasgow. He was 46. Donaldson has a unique place in the hearts of Celtic Thunder fans. He was there from the… Continue reading Music fans in mourning for George Donaldson