Mike Hanrahan

Mike Hanrahan interview 7th Feb 2011

Mike Hanrahan would be best known for his work with Irish band Stockton’s Wing, He also spent 10 wonderful years working alongside Legend Ronnie Drew, spent some time as Chairman of IMRO and decided in later years to change career to that of Chef, nothing too strange in that except its a brave man who would decide at the age of 48 to change direction from a very successful career as a songwriter singer guitar player musican.

Annette Buckley

Annette Buckley interview 29th Jan 2011

I spoke with singer songwriter Annette Buckley from Cork this week while she was in the studio recording her new songs.  Annette Buckley, who is no stranger to the Cork live scene, received rave reviews after releasing her debut album “The ever changing colors of  the sea” in Hotpress Magazine. The future was bright for this up and coming rising star.

David & Chris

Two Song writers team up interview 24th Jan 2011

On Friday last I had the privilege of speaking with two local singer songwriters and in our conversation we discussed music, politics and much more. However as this is a musical article I will concentrate on the music for now and let’s leave the politics till another day. The two Singer songwriters are Dave Murphy from Youghal and Kyata Known as Chris Yewell now living in Youghal but originally from America,

Best of the Marine sessions

The Best of the Marine sessions interview 16th Jan 2011

From time to time we come across a musical treat which I feel we must bring to the attention of our readers In the East Music scene we have many acts, bands, singer, groups, songwriters all who are very
talented in so many ways. On this occasion I want to talk about a
brand new CD which is aptly called the Best of the Marine Sessions in
reference to the Marine Bar in the Strand Youghal which has played
host to so many musical nights over the year. It’s great to see a
local venue constantly supporting local music. Under the guidance of
Claycastle Studios a new 12 track CD has been released featuring
artists from the local area and who have played in The Marine Bar at
some stage over the last year.

Caroline Fraher

Caroline Fraher interview 7th Jan 2011

Over the year we will be taking a look at musicians and singers from the East Cork area, singers we have all heard from time to time, let it be in the church choir or singing in the background at some of the events, festivals that we go to over the year. Today we are going to introduce you to one of these wonderful singers.
This week we are starting in Cobh with the lady who it has been said has the voice of an angel she has sung at weddings, funerals and other church related activities as part of a choir, as a solo singer she has preformed at many different social events here in Ireland and abroad.

Michael Del Punto

Michael Del Punto interview 20th Dec 2010

Over the last few months young singer Michael Del Punta has become noticed for many things his ability to entertain and serve food at the same time. However it’s his musical talents that have started to come to the fore. He started life singing while working as a waiter in Capri Bay restaurant in Youghal in County Cork and has progressed to more of a full time singer then waiter.

Darragh McGann

Darragh McGann interview 13th Dec 2010

This week I had the pleasure of chatting with Cobh singer Darragh McGann better known as the singing Taxi driver. Mind you it seems that the tag, Singing Taxi driver might be just a little out of step as Darragh has established himself on a national and local stage as a singer, this time outside his taxi.
He delighted in telling me that he now has a new manager Michelle McCarthy from Gortroe, Michelle who has been involved in the music business for the last number of years is no stranger to working with great singers and bands.

Tomas Dubghail

Tomas Dubghail interview 6th Dec 2010

On Friday last I interviewed Tomas Dubghaill about the release of his new single “Where did Christmas Go”. Tomas was helped in the studio by two local girls from Inch Aine and Caoimhe O Driscoll from Inch National School who provided backing vocals on this track. When Tomas spoke with school principle Mr. O Mahoney about finding some singers for his single there were many fine singers to pick from in the school but the two girls came out on top.

Spirit Riders

Spirit Riders interview 27th Nov 2010

On Friday the 3rd of December next the Lady Belle, in Dungarvan sees the first visit of the touring band Spirit Riders from Dublin.  During the week I spoke with a of laid back talented musician Alan Begley one of the founding members of this six piece band.
Alan started by explaining the line up of the band , Satch Wright from Nashville on electric lead guitar and vocals with Col Griffith from Dublin on bass guitar, Cian O Callaghan from the rebel county , Cork providing a steady rhythm on drums. Joe Ryan on pedal steel guitar and Graham Nolan on fiddle and keyboards backing vocals and rounding off with Alan Begley himself, on guitar and vocals.

Voice of Youghal

Memories of the Voice of Youghal interview 22nd Nov 2010.

It was arranged that I would interview Jimmy Flanagan and Mark Ansboro during the week, the two men responsible for bringing out this new CD “the Memories of the Voice of Youghal”. At the appointed time Jimmy arrived but Mark was delayed, he had to drive to Cork to buy a special lead to connect a computer to a camera for Sunday nights CD Launch, this was typical of the work that has gone into this project for the last two months with every spare minute devoted to bringing this new CD to a whole new audience.

Hell For leather

Hell For leather interview 8th Nov 2010

If your wondering who “Hell for leather” are? They are Michael Carey 28 on guitar and vocals from Ladysbridge, Jer O Leary 24 on Mandolin from Ladysbridge and Ken Landers 30 on drums from Carrightwohill. Each of the lads sings, or as they say them selves, we shout along in the background to what ever song is being played. On first impression this bunch of lads are a little wild if not bordering on insane, but its all in good spirits.

It all started with the song “Seamus just wants to be Famous” on youtube.

Clare Horgan

Clare Horgan interview 1st Nov 20101.

Originally from Waterville, Clare Horgan spoke with me this week on Youghal Radio. I started by asking here when did it all start. Clare replied” As a child growing up I was involved Sean-nós singing all the time, and then I studied at the Leeds College of Music in the mid 90s. While at college, Clare fronted and led The Lilting Banshees, appearing at festivals in France and the UK. One of the highlights of her time in Leeds saw her fronting a sixty-strong Gospel.

Ugly Beautiful

Ugly Beautiful interview 25th oct 2010

Ugly Beautiful from Cork have been on the go since 2007. They have just released their debut single 100-1 to critical acclaim. Their debut album Paradise has been well received since its release – Cormac Battle of 2fm describes the opening track Weekend as “Brilliant!”. This album soars at high volumes and demands multiple listens – drawing you into layers of texture and sound. It has received both local and national airplay as well as television airplay. The diversity of heavy and ambient sounds comes from a broad range of influences, from Sigur Ros to the Queens of the Stone Age.

John Joyce

John Joyce interview 18th Oct 2010

I have interviewed many musicians in my day but this interview was different for many reasons. John Joyce, a grand nephew to the famous James Joyce. who is living in Waterford came to Youghal to chat with me last week and to play some of the tracks he has recorded and written over the last few years. John, who from time to time plays in nearby Cloyne where his brother Philip lives, bears an uncanny resemblance to his famous ancestor James Joyce.

Roy Buckley

Roy Buckley interview 15th Nov 2010

This week saw me chatting with local singer songwriter Roy Buckley on Youghal radio. Roy Buckley was born in Cork City, Ireland on November 6th, 1986 and from a very early age he had a great interest in Irish and folk Music. Growing up in a musical family, Roy was constantly surrounded by folk songs and music with many of his family all active in playing music. He got his first guitar at 14 and since then has never looked back.

Phil Coulter 2

Phil Coulter interview 11th Oct 2010

Having just returned from America where he was filming a TV special with his act Celtic Thunder, Phil Coulter, the legendary performer who just happens to be one of Ireland’s biggest-selling recording artists of all time, spoke with me on Youghal radio this week about his forthcoming show in Cork where he will perform in Cork Opera House on Thursday 14 October at 8pm.

Louise Lannigan

Louise Lannigan interview 4th Oct 2010

Louise Lannigan grew up listening to the sounds of country singers coming from her parent’s record player apart from that there was no other musical influence in her life, none of her family was in a band, none were singers. Louise first started singing in her local choir and from there went on to sing in local venues at party nights. A few short years ago she decided to move to Scotland and her love of singing continued,

Simon Fagan

Simon Fagan interview 27th Sept 2010.

Simon Fagan is not your typical Irish singer songwriter. Blending elements of gospel and folk with acoustic rock, Simon and his band produce a big Americana sound. This week Simon spoke with Shane Supple on Youghal radio about his new album. Simon has been performing since he was very young, joining the local brass band while still at school was where his musical career and love for the trumpet was born.

Gavin Moore

Gavin Moore interview 20th Sept 2010.

Born into what is arguably Ireland’s most famous music family, Gavin Moore, who spoke with Shane Supple this week on Youghal radio, respects the influences of his uncles Christy Moore and Luka Bloom, but musically, this singer songwriter is most definitely his own man. Gavin started playing guitar when he was 16 and in turn started singing at the same time accompanying himself as he learned new songs. Like most people he then progressed to writing his own songs, and then some years ago he attended Coláiste Stiofáin Naofa in Cork where he further honed his songwriting skills.

Palko

Palko interview 13th Sept 2010. 

Following on from the successful release of their debut album Dreamers earlier this year, The band Palko from Cork have released their first single “Take me down” from the album. Formed just over two years ago Palko have since been perfecting their live performance playing in venues throughout Cork City and County.

Aslan

Aslan in Midleton interview 6th Sept 2010. 

This week Billy McGuiness guitarist and spokesperson for one of Irelands leading bands with the tag Irelands hardest working band “Aslan” spoke with Shane Supple on Community Radio Youghal before there upcoming gig in Wallis Bar in Midleton on 12th Sept.

Michael Del Punta

Michael Del Punta interview 30th Aug 2010

19 year old Michael Del Punta born in Verona, Italy now living in Youghal, Co. Cork is known as the singing waiter. We will go back to when Michael was 18 and like any 18 year old he used to take his girlfriend out for a meal to the Capri Bay restaurant in Youghal, however being a student and not working he stopped calling into his favorite restaurant for on a daily basis when asked by the owner of the restaurant why he wasn’t calling he explained he didn’t have any work or money and was only a student. Well the owner offered him a job waiting tables in the restaurant.

Jimmy Crowley

Jimmy Crowley interview Aug 9th 2010

Jimmy spoke on Youghal radio this week of his joy at returning home to Cobh for the summer. Jimmy who will sing at the drop of a hat, spoke about how the music industry has changed. At the moment its hard to get acknowledgement from many places including the national airwaves. His current album which gets lots of play in America is based on stories tracing the fortunes of Irish in wars The first world war, the Franco war, the second world war and including our own civil war.

Harrison Roach

Harrison Roach interview 23rd Aug 2010

New York City based singer/songwriter Harrison Roach just released his debut EP All These Things in January 2010. Talent scouts from Sony applauded the album’s “strong sense of melody” which is multi-faceted and mature for such a young artist. Recorded and produced with acclaimed local talent, the fascinating and layered music of All These Things is perfectly executed, spanning the genres of pop, ambient- rock, and blues, and attests to Harrison’s authentic musical voice in an impressive entrance into professional music.

LJ Devlin

LJ Devlin interview Aug 2nd 2010

LJ Devlin is a singer songwriter born in Baltimore, West Cork. At 24 she’s just returned to Baltimore after five years in Dublin, where she studied music at Ballyfermot College. She has released a brand new album of songs she wrote and produced herself called Hunters moon. She was in Youghal visiting family and friends recently and called into Community Radio Youghal where she preformed some of her songs live on Shanes show on radio.