This is a song I wrote about homelessness in Ireland. It is performed at a fundraiser for Cope Galway Homeless Resettlement team on Shop Street, Galway on 6th December 2017. We raised over 900 euros for Cope Galway and the great work that they do on the day. Thanks to all the Galway musicians/buskers who turn up every year for this annual event and especially this year where it rained so heavily – non stop in a Galway fashion. We had every instrument guitar, banjo, tin whistle, flute, pipes, bodhran, accordian, dancers and singers all for a great cause, well done everyone
Year: 2017
7 Days to Christmas
I dedicate this song to my beautiful sister Gemma who died 7 days before Christmas 4 years ago, and to her wonderful daughter Orla and to all, family and her many many friends who loved Gemma so dearly. There is a tradition in Ireland that when a robin visits it is a sign that their relatives are still around and in the spiritual community. I had one such visit from a Robin in a time of difficulty, which inspired this song as did the annual Children’s carol service which Gemma started and is still held in Gemma’s name every year in Ballymore Eustace, county Kildare. Thanks to all who keep this wonderful carol singing tradition alive. Ar dheis Dé go raibh anam dilis, Contae chill mhantáin abú.
Eleanor Shanley sings my song ‘The Gift of Life’ for Organ donation
It was a very special occasion in the Circle of Life Garden in Salthill, Galway on Thursday 30th Nov 2017. It was the 50th Anniversary of the first Heart Transplant which took place in Cape Town South Africa. The Strange Boat foundation organised the event to coincide with events which were held in South Africa, Melbourne, Belfast and Derry. I wrote a song called “The Gift of Life” to commemorate and honor all those who donated their organs and as a blessing for those who have received organs. The song was sung at the event in Salthill, Galway by the wonderful Irish singer Eleanor Shanley. It was such a special moment for me to hear Eleanor sing the song at such a special event, very moving. I met some wonderful people there who told their stories to me, I feel so grateful and privileged that I could write this song.
Eleanor Shanley ex-De Dannan Singer singing Mick Brown composition ‘Gift of Life’ Song on RTE Radio 1 Drivetime Program
One Fine Day
This is my song/aspiration that one fine day all people will belong equally in this beautiful world that we share.
Galway Rocks to Gaillimh Abú
What a week !
My song Gaillimh Abú received 11000 views on YouTube in 7 days
I played at the Galway City street party to send the hurlers on their way to Croke Park. Gaillimh Abú song played live on Galway Bay FM and on various radio shows thoughout the weekend.
Played Gaillimh Abú song live on Kinvara FM as part of Crinniú na mbad and at Clarenbridge Market day.
The grand finale – The senior and minor Galway hurlers won both all Ireland finals and I played song live at homecoming in Pearse stadium, Galway.
Performing in Pearse Stadium at Homecoming of All Ireland winning Galway Hurling Team
Performing to Galway Fans Mainguard St, Galway, Sept 2017
Gaillimh Abú – my newest song
Spent a couple of hours today recording my latest song, “Gaillimh Abú”, about the Galway Hurlers heading for Croke Park for the all Ireland final. Watch this space!
Interview on Larkin’ About
I was interviewed by the great trad DJ Dave Larkin on his show ‘Larkin About’ last week. I had a great chat with Dave and got to sing two of my own songs, one in the Irish Language and one in English.
You can listen to the show here:
My interview and songs start at 23 -24 minutes into the show if you wish you can scroll the curser along or if you prefer listen to the whole show, which is great.
