Matthew Sweeney was a well regarded Irish poet from Donegal who passed on recently (5th August, 2018). His work has been translated into many languages and he would be seen as one of the top 5 internationally renowned bards from the Emerald Isle. Dialogue With An Artist I used to paint the sea, but never […]
Irish Folk – Paul Brady Sings The Homes Of Donegal
This haunting song was written by Seán McBride, a native of Donegal. It tells of the beauty of his own home area and the desire to always return there no matter how long has passed. This is a common theme in Irish folk music. Mass emigration has had a pronounced effect upon the song writers […]
Goats Don’t Shave – Las Vegas In The Hills Of Donegal
An oldie but still full of life. Have a look at the haircuts… Jaysus but the eighties were shite.