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 →

Oti Mabuse

First Published July 2017 STRICTLY SPEAKING, A STAR IN EVERY WAY The funny thing is that before last year I had never watched Strictly Come Dancing. I'm sure I flicked onto it sometimes, but only while searching for something I would have considered entertaining! So I'm equally sure I would have, after a quick roll … Continue reading Oti Mabuse →

Tony Christie

First Published November 2016 'AMARILLO' LEGEND ON HIS WAY TO TULLAMORE If you have any doubts at all about how cool Tony Christie is, there are three magnificently easy ways to dispel them in the space of less than a few heartbeats. And I heartily recommend all three. In fact, you can join me in … Continue reading Tony Christie →

Anthony Kearns

First Published October 2017 A TENOR WORTH HIS WEIGHT IN GOLD Wexford man Anthony Kearns is both a member of the famed group The Irish Tenors and quite simply one of the most glorious voices ever to spring from these shores. He is, a tenor who is truly worth his weight in gold. Now based … Continue reading Anthony Kearns →

Matthew Gilsenan

First Published September 2019 "MUSIC IS STILL AN ART FORM" (Part 2) If you're looking for someone to enjoy a great chat with, then Celtic Tenor MATTHEW GILSENAN is definitely a man worth seeking out. I had that pleasure recently when I sat down with the Meath man to talk all things music and more. While I may … Continue reading Matthew Gilsenan →