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The Irish Descendants

jac — Mon, 06 Sep 2010 00:11:16 +0000

Since their formation in 1990, The Irish Descendants have garnered a loyal fan base in their native Canada, and captured the attention of an ever-growing international audience. The band’s award winning recordings range from lilting ballads to toe-tapping reels, and their high energy, humorous live performances have made them a popular attraction at home and abroad. To date, the band has sold half a million albums.

Having toured extensively throughout North America,including headlining Celtic Festivals in Chicago, Boston and Cleveland, The Irish Descendants have performed at such prestigious venues as The Smithsonian in Washington D.C., and have played with many of the nation’s best symphony orchestras. They appeared on stage at The Princess of Wales Theatre in Toronto in the theatrical production of Needfire, as well as headlining The International Festival of the Sea in England.

For more information please visit http://www.irishdescendants.com/

Tarahan

jac — Mon, 06 Sep 2010 00:07:03 +0000

Based out of St. John’s Newfoundland, these five lads stem from various musical and geographical backgrounds. Diversity in musical ability and influence coalesce to create the energy that has become Tarahan. Formerly known as Napper Tandy, the band engages audiences of all ages during live performances. Whether playing at festivals, concert halls, pubs or corporate venues, Tarahan never ceases to create a powerful, yet heart-felt session of great entertainment. From benevolent ballads to driving drones and shameless shanties, the pleasure is shared by band and fan alike.

For more information please visit http://www.tarahanstown.com/

The Punters

jac — Mon, 06 Sep 2010 00:03:06 +0000

The Punters (Larry Foley and Patrick Moran) are key figures in the exciting music scene in Atlantic Canada. Drawing upon their rich musical heritage, The Punters combine rock, folk, and traditional music, creating a sound that is truly their own.

Music has been the driving force in the lives of each of the Newfoundland-born Punters. Larry’s singing, writing, and performing careers all began in 1989 when he embraced traditional music while at St. F.X.U. and later when studying in Ireland. Patrick has been playing fiddle since the age of six and can also play a mean guitar, though not at the same time.

The Punters are highly energetic and entertaining musicians who have performed thousands of shows; from festivals, to theatres, to clubs, to Microsoft’s first live webcast on the Internet. The band has toured extensively throughout Canada, as well as performing numerous shows in the U.S., namely in New York and Boston.

Chris Henessey

jac — Sun, 05 Sep 2010 23:59:56 +0000

Born and raised in the South of Ireland, Chris Hennessy worked for several years as an electrician to fund his musical ambitions. Eventually his talents were recognized and he became a member of the Sons Of Erin whose album of folk songs made them popular in both Ireland and Newfoundland. This gave Chris an opportunity to tour his native country as well as Canada which led him to produce his own album, Ballad Of A Sad Café. Later moving to Newfoundland, he settled into his career of playing, singing, song writing and producing music.

Fergus O’Byrne

jac — Sun, 05 Sep 2010 23:56:31 +0000

Born in Dublin, Ireland Fergus immigrated to Canada in 1967 where he became a founding member of the Irish folk band Ryan’s Fancy. In 1971 the trio moved to St. John’s Newfoundland and for the next fourteen years toured extensively throughout North America and Ireland. Ryan’s Fancy recorded thirteen albums and their popular television show was broadcast on the CBC national network for five years. He has since followed a busy solo and freelance career, touring throughout Canada the United States, Europe, and Hong Kong.

For more information please visit http://www.ryansfancy.com/Fergus.htm

Greeley’s Reel

jac — Sun, 05 Sep 2010 23:44:04 +0000

Over the last eight years, a group of musicians have been going about the town playing music for the young and old, and everyone who enjoys some good old fashioned Irish Newfoundland music. They have jumped at every opportunity that has come their way from playing charity events for health foundations, Big Brothers and Sisters, to cancer research, or showcasing their talents at events like the Music Industry Association Awards Showcase, local festivals and concerts, to bars and pubs across the island. Greeley’s Reel is a band consisting of six family members and friends. They love performing their material in front of crowds, always giving one hundred and ten percent. Members include Michael Greeley, Tom Greeley, Aubrey Greeley, Justin Greeley, Jack Smith, and Tony Menchions.

For more information please visit http://www.greeleysreel.com/

Allan Hawco – favorite places

jac — Mon, 23 Aug 2010 18:16:22 +0000

An intimate one on one in the backseat with Jake Doyle talking about his favorite pubs in St. John’s Newfoundland.

The Bishops

admin — Fri, 28 May 2010 13:59:22 +0000

Show starts at 11:30pm

Achora

admin — Fri, 28 May 2010 12:54:14 +0000

Show starts at 11:30

This is the Day to Put Your Paddy On

admin — Thu, 18 Mar 2010 02:22:48 +0000

Our Annual St. Patrick’s Day Breakfast traditional continues!

This is the Day to “Put Your Paddy On”! Featuring entertainment by Fergus O’Byrne and his son Fergus.

We are serving a traditional buffet breakfast; scrambled eggs, ham, bacon, breakfast sausage, blood puddings, fish’n’brewis, baked beans, toutons, & hashbrowns.

This is a ticketed event, tickets are only $15.00.
Doors open at 7:30am, breakfast served from 7:30am – 10:00am. Call 722-3735

Put Your Paddy On continues after breakfast, live entertainment all day featuring Chris Hennessy, Bill Kelly, Larry Foley, Patrick Moran, Achora, The Masterless Men, Greeley’s Reel, Tarahan, the Bishops, and the Punters!

Food during Paddy’s Week

Our kitchen is open daily.

Traditional Carvery Pub Lunch served: Friday, Saturday, Sunday & Wednesday 11:30 – 2:00pm

Brunch Buffet: Sunday: 9:30 – 2:00

Traditional Breakfast Buffet: Wednesday 7:30 – 10:00am

Master of Ceremonies

Our event is hosted by several MC’s giving out prizes and items to put you in the spirit!

Put Your Paddy On and join us for the Most Fun you will have all year!