Van Morrison

Back at it as another August weekend looms towards the grey and dreary. NO ENCORE is a ray of sunshine by comparison, of course. Dave and Craig sift through yet another contentious rundown, throw out their own shouts for the most noteworthy…

A Beginner’s Guide to Bravery is a remarkable release from David Keenan, showcasing his effortless, ambitious talent. “I had a dream that James Dean was alive and well today / looking for the quiet life / working for Irish Rail,” Keenan…

In the 1950s rock and roll was created through the mixing of already existing styles - soul, country and blues. More so blues, as Muddy Waters told on ‘The Blues Had A Baby And They Named It Rock And Roll'. These styles were inherited from…

What's my line? I'm happy cleaning windows, Take my time, I'll see you when my love grows. 'Cleaning Windows' - Van Morrison It was September and I had just returned from the U.S. having completed a J1 student visa. I stood in…

NO ENCORE returns to the year 1982 to shine a light on the Irish music scene of the era and assess the most notable records that captured the imagination. As ever, it's a lively assembly as Dave Hanratty and Kieran McGuinness are joined…