Derek Ryan

First Published October 2016 DOUBLE DELIGHT FOR DEREK'S FANS When it comes to songwriting and country music, there's only one town that matters. And that's Nashville. And when it comes to songwriting and country music in Ireland, there's one man who's proved he's got the golden touch, with hits to his name such as God's … Continue reading Derek Ryan →

Twinnie

First Published May 2020 THE GOLDEN VOICE OF TWINNIE There's something almost mesmerising about that moment when you hear an undeniably special voice for the very first time. What you find yourself listening to somehow catches your attention at the deepest level possible. It quite literally stops you where you stand. What that moment creates … Continue reading Twinnie →

Hayden Panettiere

First Published August 2013 'NASHVILLE' NEON SHINES BRIGHTEST ON PANETTIERE I admit it. My very first thought upon hearing that a drama series based around the lives of fictional country stars in 'Music City' was planned was a very simple but definite one: oh no! My biggest fear, as someone who is a country … Continue reading Hayden Panettiere →

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 →