The Wild Atlantic Fleadh Debuts St. Patrick’s Week 2021 in The United States
December 3, 2020 No Responses

The Wild Atlantic Fleadh Debuts St. Patrick’s Week 2021 in The United States

Chole Agnew & Nathan Carter [photo: Brad Balfour} A newcomer to the United States Irish festival scene, the Wild Atlantic Fleadh debuts during St. Patrick’s Week 2021. Running from March 13th to 17th, the Fleadh is a virtual five-day celebration...
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Director Julien Temple Tells a Tale of Shane MacGowan Worthy of A Film
December 1, 2020 No Responses

Director Julien Temple Tells a Tale of Shane MacGowan Worthy of A Film

Interview by Brad Balfour Crock of Gold: A Few Rounds with Shane MacGowan Director: Julien Temple Opens December 4th, 2020 When veteran director Julien Temple made Crock of Gold: A Few Rounds with Shane MacGowan, he offered a deep dive...
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The Late John R. Cash — a Son of Ireland and Still One of the Most Famous Singers in the World
November 30, 2020 No Responses

The Late John R. Cash — a Son of Ireland and Still One of the Most Famous Singers in the World

Musing while in lock down, Johnny Cash came to mind. An American singer, songwriter, musician, and actor, Cash’s music often addressed themes of sorrow, moral tribulation, and redemption, especially during later career stages. With his deep, calm bass-b...
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Sharon Shannon — Another National Treasure We Should Be Proud of
November 29, 2020 No Responses

Sharon Shannon — Another National Treasure We Should Be Proud of

[Photo: Annika Johansson] Another national treasure we should be proud of is Sharon Shannon. Born June 8th, 1968, this  Irish musician is best known for her work with the button accordion and her fiddle technique. She also plays the tin whistle and mel...
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Together Until We Gather: A Virtual Spirit of Ireland Gala 2020
November 29, 2020 No Responses

Together Until We Gather: A Virtual Spirit of Ireland Gala 2020

Elvis Costello performs at 2019 Spirit of Ireland Gala. (Photo: Erin Baiano) Together Until We Gather: A Virtual Spirit of Ireland Gala 2020 Irish Arts Center (IAC) Thursday, December 10, 2020 Based in NYC and renowned for its eclectic and collaborative...
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OUT & ABOUT
November 25, 2020 No Responses

OUT & ABOUT

OUT&ABOUT I’d like to start of my Out & About by giving my condolences to a friend of mine, Donal Dennehy whose Mom passed away over a week ago. To give my condolences, rest in peace Mrs. Dennehy. Donal and...
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November 18, 2020 No Responses

Smashed Plastic’s Andy Weber Keeps A Music Tradition Alive In A Chicago Suburb

              Interview by Brad Balfour While everyone thinks of Los Angeles and New York as centers of music creation, Chicago, Illinois, has been a major hub for music as well. There in the Midwest,...
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From Coast To Coast, a New Musical Partnership Takes Off
November 11, 2020 No Responses

From Coast To Coast, a New Musical Partnership Takes Off

Story by Brad Balfour With his Irish roots firmly in place, music creator Delon Scott Williamson [pictured above] is probably the last person one might imagine making hot dance music. A proud member of the Irish diaspora — both sides of...
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For 2020 President-Elect Joe Biden, His Irish Catholic Roots Play A Prominent Role In Who He Is
November 11, 2020 No Responses

For 2020 President-Elect Joe Biden, His Irish Catholic Roots Play A Prominent Role In Who He Is

Reflections by Brad Balfour For the second time in American history, an Irish Catholic has been elected President. It took half a century and a lot of misses but it has happened again with Joseph Biden’s tipping the scale of...
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Rocker Daniel Gallagher Does His Best to Keep Alive Uncle Rory Gallagher’s Blues Music Legacy
November 4, 2020 No Responses

Rocker Daniel Gallagher Does His Best to Keep Alive Uncle Rory Gallagher’s Blues Music Legacy

Interview by Brad Balfour & Paddy McCarthy Hard-core blues is rarely associated with Ireland. But if anyone did the job in making the blues a crucial genre for an Irish musician to adopt it was the late Rory Gallagher. Donegal-born,...
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