COUNTRY star Derek Ryan and local folk band The Tumbling Paddies are getting ready for a special collaboration when they join forces at the hugely popular ‘Cowboys and Heroes’ festival. The festival, which is held at Drumcoura in Leitrim, is one of the biggest outdoor music events in Ireland and it’s set to kick off on May […]
Patrick Treacy’s latest release celebrate Charlie’s Bar
DONAGH singer Patrick Treacy has taken another step in his music career with the release of his new single, ‘Charlie’s Bar’, inspired by the popular Enniskillen pub. The 21-year-old, pictured above, teamed up with local country music artist Anthony McBrien for the track, which follows the recent buzz around the pub’s Christmas social media advert. […]
Fermanagh band The Tumbling Paddies release new album
The Tumbling Paddies have taken another major step forward in their music career by releasing a new seven-track album. The six-man band launched ‘Graffy Sessions’ on Christmas Day to the delight of their fans, opting for a unique twist to their music. Featuring songs like ‘The Bare Necessities’ and ‘Ramblin’ Man’, the band are keen […]
Nathan Carter brings Christmas cheer to carol service
COUNTRY music star Nathan Carter brought the festive fever to St Michael’s Parish Church where he was joined by representatives from local schools. To read more on this story see this week’s Fermanagh Herald. Can’t get to the shop to collect your copy? No problem! You can download a copy straight to your device by […]
Country music star Derek Ryan tunes up for success
Local country music star Derek Ryan unveils a special collaboration with popular folk duo Foster and Allen. The Carlow native, who now lives in Enniskillen, has teamed up with the popular pair to record a new single, titled ‘The Good Ole Days’. Irish music legends Foster & Allen mark a monumental milestone in 2025 – […]
Kinawley gears up for star-studded ‘Keeping it Country’
A LARGE crowd is expected to gather at the Kinawley Community Centre on Friday, December 27, for the highly anticipated ‘Keeping it Country’ show, headlined by the award-winning Mick Flavin. The 75-year-old country music legend from Longford, who has been entertaining fans since the early 1980s, will make his much-anticipated return to the venue, where […]
£88,000 funding boost for Fermanagh bands
By Niamh McGovern A LOCAL band is set to purchase new drums after benefiting from a recent £88,000 windfall aimed at supporting local bands across Fermanagh and South Tyrone. The funding, part of the Musical Instruments Fund facilitated by the Arts Council and Department for Community, was distributed to 12 bands in the area. Among […]
‘Kneecap’ producer inspires next generation filmmakers
THE producer of the award-winning film ‘Kneecap’ took time out of his busy production schedule to speak with creative media students at South West College. This unique opportunity provided students with a firsthand glimpse into the world of film production and the experiences of a seasoned professional. Enniskillen journalist Trevor Birney, pictured below, shared his journey in […]
Fermanagh to honour Fleadh winners
Excitement is building at the Ardhowen Theatre ahead of an action-packed Christmas schedule featuring some of the county’s finest traditional musicians and entertainers. A large crowd is expected on Saturday, January 4, for a local Comhaltas celebration to honour recent All-Ireland Fleadh winners, Patrick Treacy and Aodhan O’Donnell. Treacy, 21, ended his 14-year-long wait for […]
Nathan Carter confirms UK tour dates
COUNTRY music star Nathan Carter is set to step out into one of his biggest tours to date as he aims to sell out top venues, theatres and stadiums across the water over the next few months. The Liverpudlian, who lives in Bellanaleck, is preparing to bring his award-winning concert tour to the UK when […]