Tommy Sands sings Ballymore

While you're planning your weekend leave a little in the tank, writes Roy Thompson. Come on out to Ballymore Eustace next Tuesday and see Tommy Sands—a legend of the Irish Music Scene—for what will be gig number seven of a 32 consecutive nights tour, as he tours all the Counties of Ireland in 'A Month and a Day'.

The gig starts 9pm sharp. €12 on the door.

Tommy Sands, County Down's singer, songwriter and social activist, has achieved something akin to legendary status in his own lifetime. From the pioneering tours with the highly influential Sands Family, playing Carnegie Hall to Moscow's Olympic Stadium, he has become one of Ireland's most powerful songwriters and enchanting performers. He enjoys celebrity status in many parts of the world, tempered by artistic integrity and the sorrow of personal tragedy in his war torn homeland.

Tommy now tours with two startlingly capable young musicians—son Fionan and daughter Moya. With Tommy on vocals/guitar, Moya on fiddle/vocals/bodhran/whistle, and Fionan on mandolin/banjo, the sound is livelier than ever. Their performances include concerts and educational programs at performing arts centers, folk clubs, and schools. The music moves from traditional Irish to contemporary folk, and Tommy's lyrics evoke images of Ireland and make edgier commentaries on social consciousness.


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