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Ashley Davis: Finding Herself Through Her Past

By Ian Worpole, Contributor
August / September 2008

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Ashley Davis has only released one CD so far, but it’s a gem, garnering her much attention in the Irish musical community. Ian: Ashley,  you’re a resident of New York City, but right now you’re over in Ireland recording your new CD.  Tell us all about it. Ashley: I dreamed for years about going back to Ireland to record an album. Even though I live in New York, I feel like one … [Read more...] about Ashley Davis: Finding Herself Through Her Past

Trad Music is a Family Affair

By Ian Warpole, Contributor
June / July 2008

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A couple of years ago I went along to my regular Sunday session in Rhinecliff, New York to hear The McCarthy Brothers, and I have never been quite the same since. The three brothers and a few friends tore through reels, jigs and songs with a virtuosity and joy I’ve yet to hear again, except when I have the luck to catch them playing in New York City. I got to know the … [Read more...] about Trad Music is a Family Affair

U2 Has Gone 3D

By Veronica Blake
June / July 2008

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U23D, the new movie of the world’s favorite Irish band shot using the latest 3D technology, wouldn’t have happened without the American connection. The crowd gathering outside Cineworld on a freezing cold night in February is eagerly awaiting the arrival of U2 who chose their home town of Dublin to premiere their new film U23D. As they stroll up the red carpet, sporting 3D … [Read more...] about U2 Has Gone 3D

Music Reviews

By Ian Worpole, Contributor
June / July 2008

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Straight from the Bottle Anyone who wants to hear what a great seisiún sounds like in full throttle, with a glorious mix of live tunes and songs from virtuoso performers all: pick up the latest Jameson’s Revenge CD, Straight from the Bottle, at: www.cdbaby/cd/jamesonsrevenge.com. Keep it Simple Van Morrison has a new CD of all original songs, Keep It Simple — what is left to … [Read more...] about Music Reviews

Top Honors for Sir James Galway and Lady Jeanne

April / May 2008

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Sir James Galway and Lady Jeanne Galway received Irish America’s “Artistic Achievement Award” at this year’s Top 100 Awards ceremony. The presentation came at the end of the Galways’ six-week tour of the U.S. which began in February and was highlighted by performances with the San Antonio Symphony, the Buffalo Philharmonic, and a recital at the Kennedy Center in Washington, … [Read more...] about Top Honors for Sir James Galway and Lady Jeanne