Showband
Michael Commins on 09 Jun 2021
Country Sound: Olivia Douglas from Ferbane
Olivia Douglas discusses with Michael Commins growing up in Ferbane, Co Offaly, and spending quality time there during the lockdowns with her parents.
Michael Commins on 16 Oct 2019
Heard it through the grapevine
Michael Commins has all the country showbusiness news to keep you up to date.
Anne O'Donoghue on 04 Sep 2019
Remembering The Miami Showband
Marie Jones co-wrote The Miami Showband Story, which chronicles the band’s highs and lows. Her own story too is one of never giving up, writes Anne O’Donoghue
Michael Commins on 24 Apr 2019
Country sound: country sunshine as Wexford prepares for southeast festival
Michael Commins gives us a glimpse of the excitement already brewing for this year’s festival
Michael Commins on 24 Apr 2019
Heard through the grapevine
Michael Commins has all the country showbiz news to keep you up to date
Michael Commins on 24 Oct 2018
Brand new album from Peter Burke
As an entertainer, Peter Burke is always on the road and he has now released his first album in six years - Where I Belong, writes Michael Commins.
Michael Commins on 31 Jan 2018
Heard it on the grapevine
The lead stories from the Irish and international country music scene, writes Michael Commins
Michael Commins on 20 Dec 2017
Tom Kelly steps out of the limelight
One of the most successful and respected managers in Irish showbusiness is a man who is more than happy away from the limelight, writes Michael Commins
Michael Commins on 27 Sep 2017
A country music radio legend
Michael Commins pays tribute to broadcasting legend Jimmy Magee and recalls his love for sport and country music
Michael Commins on 13 Sep 2017
On the road again
Johnny Carroll has been around the course before, and he now has six decades in the rear view mirror, writes Michael Commins
Michael Commins on 05 Jul 2017
Gina, Dale Haze and The Champions for Kilmacthomas reunion gig
The 70s band is going to perform a nostalgic reunion gig in Kilmacthomas, as part of the Comeraghs Wild Festival, writes Michael Commins.
Michael Commins on 14 Jun 2017
Nashville trip and new album from John
John McNicholl is busy making plans for a trip to Nashville in October, writes Michael Commins.
Matthew Halpin on 01 Mar 2017
Our pick of the top five events for the week ahead
With so much taking place about the country, here's our pick of the top five events not to be missed this week.
Michael Commins on 28 Dec 2016
A legend from the showband era
Billy McFarland remains one of the most enduring legends from the showband era. Michael Commins takes a look back at his rise to fame.
Laura Roddy on 21 Dec 2016
Showband queen Eileen Reid
At 73 years of age, Eileen Reid sits down with Laura Roddy to talk about her life in one of Ireland's biggest showbands.
on 17 Jun 2015
Shane Owens launches on the scene
Shane Owens is the latest arrival on the Irish country circuit.
on 20 May 2015
Kildare goes country
Michael English steps out to support KIldare GAA and Maria Butterly is raising funds Irish Motor Neurone Disease Association, writes Michael Commins
on 14 Jan 2015
Shock at sudden death of Brian Mullen
Well-known country drummer and vocalist Brian “Barney” Mullen (49) died suddenly at the weekend, at his home in Sion Mills, Co Tyrone, writes Michael Commins
on 26 Nov 2014
Margo hosts show for Cuan Mhuire
Country singer Margo O’Donnell is doing a fund-raising concert in aid of Sr Consilio and her Cuan Mhuire centres around Ireland, writes Michael Commins.
Maria Moynihan on 12 Nov 2014
New book Dancehall Days celebrates Ireland's showband scene
The ‘60s swing again with new book, Dancehall Days: When Showbands Ruled The Stage.