Recollections of Late Singer Sean Dunphy Who Went from Dublin to Nashville and Back
December 15, 2020 No Responses

Recollections of Late Singer Sean Dunphy Who Went from Dublin to Nashville and Back

Memories by Paddy McCarthy I had the pleasure of meeting the late Sean Dunphy on my own travels in the music business. Memories of him have come to mind but, that was quite a while ago. In the late ’70s,...
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Out&About
December 9, 2020 No Responses

Out&About

By Paddy McCarthy Ho, Ho, Ho! Isn’t that what Santa says when he is delivering Christmas presents to everyone? Now I am saying the same thing to you as things are going to get much better for all of us....
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Take “Ten”– A Story of Pearl Jam Revisited on A 30th Anniversary
December 8, 2020 No Responses

Take “Ten”– A Story of Pearl Jam Revisited on A 30th Anniversary

                A Story From the Vaults by Brad Balfour [Pearl Jam hit the road 30 years ago and established a durable legacy. With the release of Ten, their debut album, a legendary live band...
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The Irish Repertory Theatre Offers to Cheer You Up for The Christmas Holidays
December 8, 2020 No Responses

The Irish Repertory Theatre Offers to Cheer You Up for The Christmas Holidays

Meet Me in St. Louis Book: Hugh Wheeler Songs: Hugh Martin & Ralph Blane Director: Charlotte Moore Music Direction: John Bell Orchestrations: Josh Clayton Producer: Ciarán O’Reilly Cast: Shereen Ahmed, William Bellamy, Rufus Collins, Kerry Conte, Meliss...
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Twist On The Holidays — Celebrating Chubby Checker
December 8, 2020 No Responses

Twist On The Holidays — Celebrating Chubby Checker

Music Notes by Paddy McCarthy I’m especially hoping you’re getting ready for the holiday season. So here we go with a blast from the past to enhance the celebration. Who remembers Chubby Checker? Or better yet, the Twist? The American rock...
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Irish Folk Legend Jim McCann Remembered
December 8, 2020 No Responses

Irish Folk Legend Jim McCann Remembered

Recollection by Paddy McCarthy Although a solo artist for most of his career, Irish entertainer and folk musician James McCann was a member of The Dubliners from 1974 until ’79. Later he appeared with them in their 2002 reunion and their...
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Top Model Lena Cher Expands Her Creative Career In America
December 3, 2020 No Responses

Top Model Lena Cher Expands Her Creative Career In America

Interview by Brad Balfour Lots of immigrants from places like Ireland and Russia come here, not as a political refugee, a crime or abuse survivor, or to enjoy basic religious, social or economic freedoms, but to advance a creative career....
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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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Out&About
December 2, 2020 No Responses

Out&About

By Paddy McCarthy I hope you all had a nice Thanksgiving Day and of course some Turkey plus a few cocktails as well. I know it has been tough for some families out there, but again a lot of charities...
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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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