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 →

Johnny McEvoy

First Published November 2014 THE STORYTELLING SONGMAN (Part 1) Far too often we leave it far too late to tip our hats to those whose talents touch our lives and our hearts. Only on their departure from this mortal coil do we profess aloud their genius or marvel at the magnificence of their contribution to … Continue reading Johnny McEvoy →

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 →

Sabrina Fallon

First Published July 2018 SABRINA'S ALL-SMILING, ALL-SINGING, ALL-DANCING SOUL If you're a country music fan and you haven't yet heard Portumna native Sabrina Fallon sing, then do yourself a favour, and do whatever it takes to change that. Because hearing Sabrina sing will renew your love for country. And then double it, and triple it … Continue reading Sabrina Fallon →

Niamh Farrell

First Published May 2017 THE 'HAM SANDWICH' EVEN A VEGETARIAN SHOULD LOVE (Photo Credit, Dara Munnis) We've all heard the saying about how you should never judge a book by its cover, right? Well, the same applies to judging a band by its name. And as far as the latter goes, I have to hold … Continue reading Niamh Farrell →