53. Pierce Turner: Singer Songwriter - Part 1
Episode 53 is a joyful chat with singer songwriter Pierce Turner who has written music for Christy Moore as well as having worked with the producer of The Band, John Simon.Conversation includes: intro...
8 Mai 202441min
52. Gary Monroe - Part 2: Festival Founder & Promoter
Part 2 of the conversation with Fender Jackson, Gary Monroe takes us through the Galway Folk Festival and going on tour with Sharon Shannon and a mingle in between the horses.First HalfTopics include:...
2 Mai 20241h 4min
51. Thank You, Johnny: A Tribute To Johnny Moynihan
In this special episode, we celebrate the unforgettable 'Thank You, Johnny' concert held at the Town Hall Theatre in Galway on Tuesday, April 30th, 2024. Host Fender Jackson takes listeners on a journ...
1 Mai 202445min
50. Gary Monroe - Part 1: Monroe's & Rosabel's Rooms
In this episode of The Ireland Podcast with Gary Monroe, listeners are transported to the vibrant city of Galway, where Monroe's Tavern holds court as a beloved establishment. Host Gary Monroe shares ...
30 Apr 202445min
49. Mairéad Carlin: Celtic Woman
Episode 49 takes us to Biloxi, Mississippi in the USA for a chat with the delightful daughter of Derry: Mairéad Carlin of Celtic Woman. Despite the geographical distance between Fender and Mairéad the...
29 Apr 202425min
48. Sinéad Reel: LGFA - Armagh County Chairperson
Episode 48 is with Sinéad Reel who takes us from understanding the basics of Ladies Gaelic football through to more detailed analysis and ending on a surreal note!Conversation includes: Gaelic vs. Soc...
24 Apr 20241h
47. Fiachra Trench - Part 2: Arranger for Thin Lizzy, Paul Brady, Elvis Costello etc
Episode 47 is the second part of a conversation with composer Fiachra Trench who has arranged music for The Corrs, Paul Brady, Kevin Rowland, Philip Lynott, Thin Lizzy, Elvis Costello, Hans Zimmer, Mi...
19 Apr 202453min
46. Fiachra Trench - Part 1: Arranger for Hans Zimmer, Pogues, Van Morrison etc
Conversation includes: early life; music lessons; computer games; first gigs; working on ‘I Don’t Like Mondays’ by Boomtown Rats with producer Phil Wainman; adding “sweetening” as an arranger; seeing ...
15 Apr 202457min
