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Irish musical journey to help fund village playground: Singer-songwriter Gus Glynn will perform favoutites by the likes of The Dubliners ...
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John Anderson Was an Expert Song Stylist. These Five Recordings Show Why: John Anderson, who died Oct. 21 at 71, was a master song stylist, putting his own ...
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‘Sinead O’Connor was having a row with someone on the phone and f**ked it into The Liffey’ - singer Brian Kennedy
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Unlike Bob Dylan, Van Morrison can still sing: Live on stage, there is a power and lyricism to the music veteran's voice that still has the power to move ...
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This family has owned a Lake Oswego home for 4 generations. Now they’re selling for $2.2M
oregonlive.com/realestate/2026/09/this-family-has-owned-a-lake-oswego-home-for-4-generations-now-theyre-selling-for-22m.html
Van Morrison’s music maestro steps out of the shadows: Child actor turned guitarist, musical director and composer Ronnie Johnson has spent half a century ...
independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/music/features/van-morrison-ronnie-johnson-interview-b3046736.html
Electric Picnic boss Melvin Benn says ticket prices and capacity will stay unchanged for 2027
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Music legend announces back-to-back Liverpool Philharmonic Hall concerts: Two shows have been confirmed for October
liverpoolecho.co.uk/whats-on/music-nightlife-news/music-legend-announces-back-back-34409942
Glen Hansard’s Greatest Subject Was Life Itself: Our tribute to Glen Hansard, the Irish singer-songwriter who was so much more than the guy from 'Once' ...
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Key FactsIrish Musician Glen Hansard Dies in Crash
Jul 29, 2026 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: faz.net
- Irish folk and rock artist Glen Hansard died in a motorcycle accident in Dublin early on July 29, 2026.
- He won an Oscar in 2008 for the song 'Falling Slowly' from the film 'Once', in which he also starred.
- His latest album, 'Don’t Settle – Transmissions East & West', features recently re-recorded songs from sessions in Berlin.
- Hansard’s contribution to Irish culture received recognition from government officials and admirers alike.
Van Morrison Glasgow and Edinburgh Ticket Presales and Prices: Here's how to bag tickets to see the singer play Scotland
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Electric Picnic 2026: Van Morrison, Amble and Aaron Rowe added to line-up : Amble and Aaron Rowe return after performing at the Stradbally festival last year
irishtimes.com/culture/music/2026/08/04/electric-picnic-2026-van-morrison-amble-and-aaron-rowe-added-to-line-up/
Music legend announces two shows at Liverpool Philharmonic Hall: Two new dates have been added in Liverpool
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Legend announces Bristol gig 🎸
Irish troubadour Van Morrison has announced a show date for Bristol.
As one of 10 additional UK dates for October and November ... Show more
MOAD at Freedom Tower explores how America shaped abstract art: Explore 'Abstraction as Legacy' at MOAD in Miami's Freedom Tower, tracing postwar U.S ...
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Van Morrison, Ronnie Wood and John Lee Hooker Jr. at Clam Castle: Rolling Stones guitarist Ronnie Wood and Irish superstar Van Morrison with their bands ...
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Wymondham man took his own life after travelling to London: The family of a man who took his own life have criticised the care and support he received.
edp24.co.uk/news/26274002.wymondham-man-took-life-travelling-london/
Holly Humberstone Unwinds on Her Tour Bus By Spinning Tom Petty, Van Morrison, and Big Thief
rollingstone.com/music/music-features/holly-humberstone-tom-petty-van-morrison-song-shuffle-1235576726/
A historic Marin County property with ties to some of rock music’s biggest names is seeking $4.4 million. Known as “The Church ... Show more
Grateful Dead’s former Marin studio hits market for $4.4 million: The Marin County property once served as a recording studio for acts such as the Dead ...
sfchronicle.com/entertainment/music/article/grateful-dead-marin-22270633.php
Van Morrison to hold five-night residency at new West London venue: Morrison will be the first artist to hold a residency at the new ARC venue
mylondon.news/whats-on/music-nightlife-news/van-morrison-hold-five-night-33924702
Longreads May 07
Open Season: "Colorado’s San Luis Valley was a wildlife poacher’s paradise. Then an undercover federal agent arrived."
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John Lee Hooker Junior Support Act for Van Morrison and Ronnie Wood at Clam Castle
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Paul Charles: The Irish impresario on his new novel, and the chances of Tom Waits touring again
irishexaminer.com/lifestyle/artsandculture/arid-41822714.html
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Van Morrison to receive Jazz FM lifetime achievement award: The Belfast-born musician has released more than 40 studio albums across more than six decades.
expressandstar.com/showbiz/2026/03/24/van-morrison-to-receive-jazz-fm-lifetime-achievement-award/
Tea on the Titanic: As a tourist in Belfast: And dancing with Van Morrison: Belfast is as familiar with downfalls as it is with ascents ...
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Donald Clarke: Is Gilmore Girls the ultimate comfort watch?: Amy Sherman-Palladino’s comedy-drama came into its own in the streaming era, moving ahead of Friends ...
irishtimes.com/culture/tv-radio/2026/03/15/comfort-viewing-is-gilmore-girls-the-ultimate-feel-better-tv/
‘We claim you’: Hozier’s heartfelt tribute to Taj Mahal in San Francisco
sfchronicle.com/entertainment/music/article/hozier-taj-mahal-sf-21358926.php
Van Morrison and Ronnie Wood: Pop History Summit at Clam Castle: Rock legends Van Morrison and Ronnie Wood will perform in Europe for the only time – at Clam ...
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Hozier joins Joan Baez and Van Morrison for Taj Mahal tribute in San Francisco: Hozier has been added to the lineup for Sweet Relief Musicians Fund’s annual ...
sfchronicle.com/entertainment/article/hozier-taj-mahal-benefit-21347860.php
Cheltenham Jazz Festival announces star-studded 30th anniversary line-up: The likes of Jessie J, Joss Stone and Van Morrison are set to perform in the town
gloucestershirelive.co.uk/whats-on/music-nightlife/cheltenham-jazz-festival-announces-star-10805711
Van Morrison’s production company hits another high note with cash funds of €20.8m
independent.ie/business/van-morrisons-production-company-hits-another-high-note-with-cash-funds-of-208m/a1885664329.html
Edwina Hayes to perform at Basingstoke venue The Forge: Hayes is known for her folk-Americana style and boasts an impressive list of influences from Bob Dylan to ...
basingstokegazette.co.uk/news/25815577.edwina-hayes-perform-basingstoke-venue-forge/
Joan Baez has joined the lineup for Sweet Relief Musicians Fund’s annual benefit concert honoring Taj Mahal, adding another marquee name to an already ... Show more
Joan Baez joins Sweet Relief tribute to Taj Mahal in S.F.
Joan Baez joins Sweet Relief tribute to Taj Mahal in S.F.
New Irish albums reviewed and rated: John Blek, Dani Larkin, Van Morrison, Noelle O’Sullivan, Ailbhe Reddy
irishtimes.com/culture/music/review/2026/01/13/new-irish-albums-reviewed-and-rated-john-blek-dani-larkin-van-morrison-noelle-osullivan-ailbhe-reddy/
Shooting festival at 1 a.m., HSV (Hamburger SV football club), and the Pope: What excited well-known Peine residents in 2025
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Chris Rea: “Driving Home For Christmas” almost didn't happen: With his distinctive voice, “Driving Home For Christmas” singer Chris Rea has remained in the ...
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Key FactsMiddlesbrough Honors Chris Rea After Passing
Dec 23, 2025 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: gazettelive.co.uk
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: gazettelive.co.uk
- Chris Rea, the artist behind Driving Home for Christmas, passed away on December 22 following a brief illness.
- Middlesbrough FC expressed sadness and paid tribute to the Teesside music legend.
- Rea recorded Let’s Dance for Middlesbrough’s 1997 FA Cup final against Chelsea at Wembley.
- Fans have requested that the club play a tribute song at the upcoming home game versus Blackburn Rovers.
It is with immense sadness that we announce the death of our beloved Chris.— A spokesperson for Chris Rea's family announcing his death.
Van Morrison to pay tribute to Taj Mahal during all-star S.F. concert
sfchronicle.com/entertainment/music/article/van-morrison-taj-mahal-concert-21246354.php
The Music Quiz: Which Van Morrison song did Bob Dylan encore with at Belfast’s Waterfront Hall?
irishtimes.com/culture/music/2025/12/10/the-music-quiz-which-van-morrison-song-did-bob-dylan-encore-with-at-belfasts-waterfront-hall/
Hear Bob Dylan Perform a Traditional Folk Ballad for the First Time in 34 Years: When Bob Dylan's 2026 European tour hit Killarney, Ireland ...
rollingstone.com/music/music-news/bob-dylan-folk-ballad-lakes-of-pontchartrain-34-years-1235472012/
Hear Bob Dylan Close Out His Belfast Concert With a Wildly Obscure Van Morrison Cover
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Mayor unveils ‘Horris’ the Morris Minor van: HENLEY Mayor Tom Buckley unveiled “Horris” as the winning name of Hofmann’s new Morris Minor van ...
henleystandard.co.uk/news/home/701017/mayor-unveils-horris-the-morris-minor-van.html
Ardal O’Hanlon: ‘I fell asleep on stage once – I could hear someone doing my material, got annoyed and woke up’
theguardian.com/culture/2025/oct/26/ardal-ohanlon-interview-10-questions-father-ted-dougal-return-to-paradise
‘The vocals were on another level’: how Counting Crows made Mr Jones: ‘It’s about the night me and my best friend Marty Jones hung out with a flamenco troupe ...
theguardian.com/culture/2025/oct/13/how-counting-crows-made-mr-jones
Van Morrison on his 80th birthday: Self-expression as self-affirmation: Van Morrison works tirelessly on his huge body of work. The Irish singer and ...
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This is what it was like at the double concert by Neil Young and Van Morrison in Dublin.
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Van Morrison - Remembering Now [79] dropped yesterday: Remembering Now by Van Morrison "Stupendous stuff." - Record Collector
The Waterboys’ Mike Scott on his Dennis Hopper album: ‘He wasn’t just a guy who took a lot of drugs and did weird things’
independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/music/features/the-waterboys-mike-scott-dennis-hopper-b2724447.html
Donald Clarke: A journey through Van Morrison’s mind: What did the old grump mean in Madame George about pitching pennies into the Boyne? We’re one step closer ...
irishtimes.com/culture/2025/03/16/donald-clarke-a-journey-through-van-morrisons-mind/
Peter Wolf Literally Knew Everybody: We talked to Peter Wolf about his excellent new memoir and hanging with everyone from Van Morrison to Howlin' Wolf to ...
rollingstone.com/music/music-features/peter-wolf-j-geils-memoir-interview-1235293482/
Zakir Hussain: Indian tabla maestro and Grammy-winning musician dies: Family of the former George Harrison and Van Morrison collaborator say he leaves behind ...
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Key FactsZakir Hussain: Legendary Tabla Maestro Passes Away
Dec 16, 2024 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: time.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: time.com
- Zakir Hussain, one of India's most esteemed classical musicians, passed away at the age of 73 due to idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis.
- He leaves behind a lasting legacy as a teacher and cultural ambassador, being a prominent figure in the tabla world.
- Hussain's six-decade career saw collaborations with many renowned artists, including George Harrison and Yo-Yo Ma.
- He received numerous accolades, including three Grammys in 2024 and the Padma Vibhushan, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi praising his contributions to Indian music.
The 25 most overrated albums ranked, from Nirvana’s In Utero to The Beatles’ Sgt Pepper
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Robbie Robertson Tribute Highlighted by Eric Clapton and Other Stars: 'Life Is a Carnival: A Musical Celebration of Robbie Robertson' featured five ...
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Paid articlePaywallMartin Scorsese to Direct Filming of Robbie Robertson Tribute Show: Martin Scorsese will direct the filming of a Robbie Robertson tribute concert in L.A ...
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Sir Van Morrison's legal case with Robin Swann is settled: The singer faced legal action after he called the former NI health minister "very dangerous".
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