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-baritone voice, the distinctive sound...
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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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Darth Vader Actor Dave Prowse Dies, Aged 85
November 29, 2020 No Responses

Darth Vader Actor Dave Prowse Dies, Aged 85

Dave Prowse, the actor who played Darth Vader in the original Star Wars trilogy, has died aged 85. The weightlifter-turned-actor, who also earned an MBE for playing the Green Cross Code Man to promote road safety, died after a short...
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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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Out&About
November 18, 2020 No Responses

Out&About

By Paddy McCarthy I got to meet Seamus Dooley back in the 80s after I was introduced by my friend and colleague at the time, the late Joe Murphy, RIP. Seamus is one of the most well-known figures in New...
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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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Out&About
November 11, 2020 No Responses

Out&About

By Paddy McCarthy OK! As the Rolling Stones lyrics would say, “It’s All Over Now” and that is this historical President election that just happened here in the United States of America. If your name is Timothy or Pat or Joe...
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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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