IRELAND

GERRY McAVOY'S BAND OF FRIENDS - IRELAND

A CELEBRATION OF THE MUSIC OF RORY GALLAGHER

Winners of the European blues awards 2013. Not just the notes – but the sound, energy and feel of Rory Gallagher, delivered by people who helped define it….Gerry McAvoy, Brendan O'Neill, Paul Rose, & Stephan Graf.  "Like no other power unit, they celebrate the amiable guitar hero's passion on stage!" ...   The Blues Alone                                    **4W1 Agency only handles Gerry McAvoy for Eastern Europe**

JOE ALLEN - IRELAND

BLUES. ACOUSTIC.

Joe Allen is no stranger to the Irish Blues and Rock world having performed with many notable Irish bands,  a very skilled solo-acoustic Blues player. As well as being an accomplished musician he is also a Poet with six collections published, a seventh, "Green Tobacco", is forthcoming from Green Exchange Publishing, London. 

CRAZYCROW - IRELAND

BLUES. ROOTS. ROCK.

This four-piece Dublin band of seasoned Irish Musicians have played and recorded with some of Ireland’s top acts, including Sinead O’Connor, Glen Hansard, Andrew Strong (Commitments), Don Baker and have toured extensively in Ireland and Europe, opening for The Rolling Stones, Ray Charles, James Brown, Joan Armatrading and Jerry Lee Lewis.

KYLE JOHN SUCKLING - IRELAND

ALT-ROCK. POP. SINGER-SONGWRITER.

Over the last number of years the prolific Northern Irish singer-songwriter, Kyle John Suckling has recorded a collection of songs written and recorded for tv & film. CBBC used one of his songs last year in their series ‘My Life'. The track was entitled ‘In the sky ‘ and was a collaboration with songwriter and DJ, Niall Hills .

GERRY QUIGLEY - IRELAND

ROCK. BLUES

Gerry Quigley and his band captivate the crowds! It’s no wonder Gerry and the band have been invited to play some of the best festivals in Ireland and the UK! “Exquisite progressive rock guitar mastery”-Blues Matters magazine UK

BARRY JOHNSTON - IRELAND

JOHN PRINE CONCERT SERIES

Barry Johnston's John Prine Concert Series - 'Illegal Smile'  explores the premier exponents of John Prine's work. Barry has put together what can be described as a most sincere celebration of everything which is cherished about John Prine. A lyrical and musical treat awaits those who know John's work and for those who are not so familiar it is an introduction to one of the most iconic and influential singer songwriters of our time.

LONESOME PETE - IRELAND

ACOUSTIC BLUES.

Lonesome Pete is no stranger to the local music scene having played in various bands at pubs, clubs and festivals in the UK for many years. Playing his own material along with standards from Robert Johnson to Seasick Steve played on a range of guitars from a 1-string Diddley bow, 3-string handmade acoustic, 3-string hubcap guitar, six & twelve string guitars accompanied by his own handmade Lonesome Pete FootDrum™.  Semi-finalist in the 2021 UK Songwriting Contest and representing the UK in the International Songwriting Contest.

BEN REEL BAND - IRELAND

AMERICANA. ALT ROCK. BLUES. FOLK.

Ben Reel has all the ingredients of the best roots rockers – swagger, attitude, heart and a way with words! 

SD BLUES EXPRESS - IRELAND

BLUES ROCK.

Sam Davidson aka SD Blues Express are a power trio doing their own brand of raw Irish rock and blues in the style of the 60's band "TASTE" (of whom Sam was a member from 1995).

CHRIS TAPLIN BLUES BAND - IRELAND

JUKE BLUES.

This 4-piece old school juke joint blues band are quickly becoming an established name in the blues scene!

SUPERSKUNKZ BAND - IRELAND

ROCK. INDIE ROCK.

This is a pro 4-piece original & covers rock band. Their many, many fans love them! Non-stop powerful stage presence & quality from the start to the end! Incredible high energy! 

TONY KAL - IRELAND

JAZZ. BLUES. SOUL.

Previously billed as “Belfast’s best kept secret” Tony Kaluarachchi is one of the most interesting and talented musicians playing in Ireland today. He combines unique vocals and a mesmerizing guitar technique in a set list that spans jazz, soul, blues and Latino bossanova on jazz guitar or 12 string acoustic.

MR. CASTLE - IRELAND

BLUES-ROCK.

Hector Castillo (Mr. Castle) is an up-and-coming Blues-Rock guitar player, singer and music producer  from Caracas, Venezuela.