THE ever-popular, Limerick-born singer/songwriter, Mick Hanly, will be the headline act in the upcoming Eigse Michael Hartnett, which kicks off this Thursday and runs until Sunday.
And those attending the gig can expect to hear several numbers from his soon-to-be-released new album Marathon.
PIC: Michael Hartnett
Mick, who has played with almost all of the greats of Irish traditional and folk music and whose songs have reached an international audience, will perform in the Longcourt House Hotel, Newcastle West next Saturday night in what promises to be an intimate and heartfelt gig. Tickets are available online at Eventbrite or on the door - cost €15.
But it will be the mighty sound of rolling drums which will signal the start of this year’s Éigse Michael Hartnett, held annually in honour of Newcastle West poet, the late Michael Hartnett.
The Hit Machine Drummers will perform outside the Desmond Castle in the Square at 7pm this Thursday before leading a Lantern Parade to the local council offices for the official opening and where the guest speaker is another well-known Limerick man, Gerry Stembridge. All are welcome at the parade and official opening.
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PIC: Catriona Crowe