Holcombe in the BAG

Malcolm Holcombe plays BAG next Monday, Oct 1, 9pm, writes Roy Thompson. He's one of the best folk/Americana acts out there and one not to miss.

Join the effort to spread the word about the fine music on offer at BAG gigs in Mick Murphy's, Ballymore Eustace!

Monday 8, Kevin Doherty(IRL)
Bluegrass, country, folk, rock, blues, jazz, swing and trad all combine in Kevin Doherty’s musical melting pot. Double-jobbing as part of trad/folk outfit ‘Four Men and A Dog’ and as a solo artist, Kevin Doherty is one of the finest Irish singer/songwriters and performers. Touring with his new CD ‘Seeing Things’.

Monday 15, Brooks Williams (USA)
From Statesboro, Georgia, Brooks Williams is one of the premier guitarists, singers and songwriters on the Roots n’ Blues scene. Lauded as one of the Top 100 Acoustic Guitarists of all time, Williams has been wowing audiences worldwide for nearly 25 years with his silky voice, hook-laden songs, and rollicking acoustic and resonator slide guitars.

Monday 22, Ben Reel (IRL)
Ben Reel plays rock with a touch of roots, blues & soul with an occasional injection of reggae. Critically acclaimed all over Europe, his vocals are soulful and his lyrics meaningful. Lately Ben has earned the respect and shared the stage with some Nashville greats like Nancy Griffith, Hal Kethcum, Eric Andersen & David Olney.

Acts from November to mid-December include Maria Doyle Kennedy (IRL), Josh Harty (USA), Rod Picott (USA), Buddy Mondlock & Mike Lindauer (USA), The Lost Brothers (IRL), Declan Sinnott (IRL).

See ye in Mick's!