Kieran Goss

First Published September 2013 THE VALUE OF A GUITAR AND A BLANK PAGE (PART 2) As he embarks on his first Irish tour in about 6 years, I began the second part of my chat with Newry's man of music and words Kieran Goss, by talking about another great songwriter, the man behind Garth Brook's … Continue reading Kieran Goss →

Kieran Goss

First Published September 2013 "YOU HAVE TO BELIEVE IN YOUR OWN INSTINCT" (Part 1) Kieran Goss is one of Ireland's most respected and eminent craftsmen of song. To many who endeavor to find their own way in that trade, this writer included, he has been an inspirational figure for almost as long as he's been … Continue reading Kieran Goss →

Charlie McGettigan

First Published March 2015 STILL BRINGING HIS MUSIC TO OUR HEARTS (Column #100) Bucket lists. Things we want to do or see, places we want to go, goals we want to achieve. And all before we kick that proverbial bucket! Either written down and stashed away somewhere in a bottom drawer or in our wallets, … Continue reading Charlie McGettigan →

Lisa McHugh

First Published August 2016 COUNTRY QUEEN LISA TO VISIT TULLAMORE It would not be untrue to say that Lisa McHugh has almost single-handedly brought a brand new sense of style, fashion, fun and excitement back into Irish country music over the past few years. It would, however, be both unfair and untrue to say that … Continue reading Lisa McHugh →

Cliona Hagan

First Published February 2019 CLIONA IS A PERFECT TEN! Country music star Cliona Hagan is one of the leading contenders to take home the Glitterball Trophy on this year's series of R.T.E's Dancing With The Stars. And as she showed last Sunday night, when her performance earned her the first TEN of the season from judge Julian Benson, Cliona is … Continue reading Cliona Hagan →