FERMANAGH School of Music and Performing Arts is turning up the volume this week with a high-energy production of Rock of Ages: Teen Edition, a feel-good blast from the past packed with big hair, bigger dreams, and iconic rock anthems. Featuring the music of ‘80s legends like Night Ranger, REO Speedwagon, Pat Benatar, and Twisted […]
Fermanagh mourns death of legendary songwriter
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THE Fermanagh community has been left deeply saddened following the passing of Mickey MacConnell who is recognised as one of Ireland’s finest singers and songwriters. Originally from Arney, but residing in Kerry in his later years, Mr MacConnell was a legendary figure in Irish folk music, rising to prominence when he wrote ‘Only Our Rivers […]
Fermanagh man helps produce music for blockbuster movie
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ONE of the county’s top musicians said he was “fortunate to have people that believed in me” after he played a key role in producing music for the successful film ‘How to Train Your Dragon’. The fantasy film, which is a live-action remake of the 2010 animated movie, has soared at the box office. It’s the tenth […]
Fermanagh band join forces with The 2 Johnnies
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THE Tumbling Paddies recently took centre stage at St Anne’s Park in Dublin after they partnered up with the popular comedy duo and radio presenters ‘The 2 Johnnies’ during their recent tour. A large crowd turned out to the Dublin venue for the event which was hosted by ‘The 2 Johnnies’ who have earned a […]
Phil Coulter ready to return to Enniskillen
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THE respected and much-loved Phil Coulter will make his return to the county later this year when he leads an ‘evening of familiar and best loved melodies in a magical setting’’ in Enniskillen. Excitement is building across the county and in music circles after the 83-year-old from Derry confirmed that he would be headlining a […]
Enniskillen singer Hannon confirms upcoming album
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ENNISKILLEN singer-songwriter Neil Hannon says the tracks on his upcoming album is “as an outlet for those feelings” he experiences in his life as he prepares for another step in his career. The 54-year-old. who is the frontman for ‘The Divine Comedy’ group, recently confirmed the band would be releasing a new album, ‘Rainy Sunday […]
Fermanagh Fleadh champion leads local workshop
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FORMER All-Ireland Fleadh winner Shauneen Maguire showcased her impressive talents in Newtownbutler as crowds have flocked to the village as part of the Fermanagh Fleadh events. Young accordion players and musicians from across the county turned out to ‘The Ramblin’ House’ for a session which was led by the 2022 Senior All-Ireland Piano Accordion champion. […]
Fermanagh music stars team up in Spain
DONAGH singer Patrick Treacy said he had “an unbelievable few days” in Torremolinos after he partnered up with local singer Derek Ryan on his much-anticipated and popular Spanish show. Treacy, who captured the ‘Glór Tíre’ title earlier this year, was one of a number of performers who teamed up with Ryan on his ‘Beat in […]
Country music stars set to collab at Fermanagh venue
THE Ardhowen Theatre is expected to be a sell-out next month when some of the county’s top Country music singers and stars collaborate for “another night off blistering toe-tapping magic”. Excitement is building on the local music scene ahead of the much-anticipated return of the ‘Fermanagh’s Got Country’ roadshow which is expected to take centre stage […]
Fermanagh music stars team up in Spain
DONAGH singer Patrick Treacy said he had “an unbelievable few days” in Torremolinos after he partnered up with local singer Derek Ryan on his much-anticipated and popular Spanish show. Treacy, who captured the ‘Glór Tíre’ title earlier this year, was one of a number of performers who teamed up with Ryan on his ‘Beat in the […]