Friday, 22 February 2008

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U2 - THE DUBLINERS - SINEAD O'CONNOR - SHANE MACGOWAN - ANDREA CORR - DAMIEN DEMPSEY - KILA - LIAM O'MAONLAI - ALL IN TRIBUTE TO THE GREAT RONNIE DREW..

Many of the biggest names in Irish music have come together to pay tribute to the master of the Irish ballad - Ronnie Drew.  It was an extraordinary performance, at its core the love and respect shown to Ronnie by those who know him best..
The Ballad of Ronnie Drew is currently available as a download in Ireland, and will be released on CD on 29th February.  All proceeds to the Irish Cancer Society 
www.cancer.ie

MONKS OF MOYROSS

Limerick's Moyross estate has a formidable reputation for drugs, crime and poverty. Enter a group of Franciscan Friars including an American rapper: Brother Shawn, Brother Martin and Father Sylvester..

THE FEELING

With a number one album, a string of hit singles, a successful American tour and an army of fans, this is definitely The Feeling's year. Live in studio, the single is "I thought it was over.."

GUERRILLA GIRLS

From New York, these masked performers aim to make feminism funny. The results have to be seen..

BRENT POPE

To most of us, Kiwi Brent Pope is one of the greatest authorities on rugby today.  But how many people know Brent pope, the children's book author?? 

More information on Brent's books from
www.hospice-foundation.ie  and www.asthmasociety.ie

DAVID JORDAN

Occasionally we come across a new talent who you know is destined for greatness. David Jordan is just 21, began song writing when he was 12. Star of the future? You decide.

NIALL MELLON

When Niall Mellon left school, his ambition was to do well in life.  Very quickly he amassed a small fortune through property development.  But something was missing.  A trip to South Africa changed not only his life, but that of others..
 
Niall has asked viewers of The Late Late Show to suggest a new name for the South African township.  Email your suggestion to newname@irishtownship.com