We are taking a family trip to Ireland September 2026 and would love to take in one of your shows. When will your calendar be out for that time period. Waiting to book our flights until we know.
Thanks
Annette
Christy's reply
nothing in the pipeline that far ahead Annette..sorry I cant help……but if all goes well, I will still be doing gigs in Ireland at time….
Hello Christy,
Oh you sent me on a journey this morning. Set off thinking about how you make each place feel important. York was the first time, it was so strong. And then a discussion so long ago with Steve. He was adamant that you strongly interpreted songs. I was equally so that you didn’t. But I had no idea what I meant, It was a feeling in those days. It’s taken a long time. Singing and singing till the songs stopped biting and I stopped struggling. Singing them softly and clearly till someone came and said, you calmed my daughter, it’s my favourite, it’s where my mother comes from, it was so beautiful. And the questions and confusion that brought. You talked about duende and the state of a place. And it’s to do with strength and detached connection. To stand still and let it be itself, and be sincere enough to not have to add our self to the mix. We’re there of course, that’s clear. But it is clear. A clear path for a song. And I come back to Daori Farrell who explained it so clearly. The song sings the singer.
I love the way they evolve.
And now I’m done and it’s time to think about a difficult meeting that’s coming this morning. I’ll do my best and hope it’s ok.
Some man, Christy. Thank you for the reply. A team of us from Glasgow and Kildare will be there on opening night at Vicar Street on Saturday 1st Nov. Can’t wait. Enjoyed some magical nights at the ‘Carousel of Healing’ over the years, including a favourite in 2012 when the Celts had done particularly well in Europe midweek and crowd was hell-bent on Lonesome Boatman between every song; you merrily grabbed the bodhran to lead the way – no one left Lonesome that night.
Glasgow seems to be an important thread, with Black is the Colour, Barrowland, Bonnie Banks. Broomielaw on the new record is a beauty as well (not at all terrible).
Hamish Imlach enjoying some quiet resurgence partly thanks to Mary Wallopers taking ‘Cod Liver Oil’ (a great version). Have seen snippets over the years of you with Billy Connolly. Must have been rare times. Scotia and Clutha and Barras still roaring now. Gallowgate changed a fair bit in recent years, and still just the same.
I’m inclined to mention selfishly an all-time favourite of ‘Motherland’…but it’s just one of hundreds. Thankful for the chance to come to you again in Dublin town. Thank you.
Christy's reply
You mention Glasgow being an” important thread”
Every place is special in its own unique way…..many venues are outstanding…. I’ve always felt a special connection with Glasgow..since my first gig there in Montrose St in 1967 I’ve always loved returning…I played vrious clubs and venues and then, in the 1980s, I played Barrowland for the first time… ever since it has remained my favourite venue outside Ireland….there is an atmosphere that is unequalled…. the historical connection with Glasgow always shines thru on those hot, sweaty, emotional nights…..the very state of the place leaves an impact..writing these few lines I can sense it….I’ve played in some top concert halls around the world but none call me back like Mags McIvors…….
but its never an easy gig,from the opening number you gotta work it, you gotta hang in there until the duende kicks in…Barrowland Duende is like no other…its never a silent spiritual space, its full on like an incoming tide… it can go awry betimes, I’m always knackered after it..
But I loves it
Hi Christy following your reply to Rebeccah not all your earlier correspondents have jumped ship. Some of us are just laying low. I remember in the early (dial up) days the only information I could find on you was on an American site. Then Ruben came along and established the 4711.org. I recall one frequent contributer, Jack Power I wonder what happened to him ???Unfortunately thd 4711ers site died a death & like the parrot in the Monty Python sketch couldn’t be revived. Like most followers I can’t believe how lucky we are to have thd Guestbook and the chance to contact you directly. On another subject I’m off to a confrence for Jeremy Corbyns new party next month. There’s still light at the end of the tunnel, No Pasaran
Christy's reply
Morra John…
I’m still in touch with Jack Power…he’s been keeping a low profile in recent years…an unfortunate set of circumstance forces him be quiet for the time being…time alone will tell if Jack will re-emerge into the lime light …all I can say for the moment is that he was caught up in the middle of a race-fixing debacle with a horse that suddenly found form after a history of finishing last….it suddenly took a fit of running in Leopardstown and certain parties gave the bookies a right pasting…jack himself was never found to be directy involved but the following week he was driving a Porsche and getting measured in Louis Copelands…I’m hoping he’ll pull thru and return here, plus he owes me a right few bob ever since we went over to Cheltenham together and him feckin skint…
good news about Jeremy..from what I read here ,old Blighty is on the precipice of meltdown…scary times John boy but we can but hope for better times ahead…the Donald in Windsor….is it a good time for another fire
Got tickets for Knocknarea on Thursday – start time 8pm. But what time should we aim to be there – don’t know Knocknarea Arena at all. Seats not allocated – so do we need to allow plenty of time to get seated? Does it take a while to get parked. Only ever been to see Christy in London theatres. Any advice gratefully received.
Christy's reply
not overly familiar myself…
played there once before
its a good room
on the Donegal side,on the edge of Sligo town
if memory serves, there is parking,
I can only suggest you get there at 7
sometimes people queue to get front seats
I must stress….I’m only the singer in this outfit…I works the songs…my good companeros work the logistics
I love Sligo gigs…always music on the air
many of our earlier correspondents have jumped ship to other platforms….I appreciate those who still converse here….I have neither time nor inclination to visit other social media outlets….I like it here
There’s lots of flags going up here, in different pockets of the country. We drove through one or two of the villages surrounding Bradford on Saturday, on our way to Settle. One or two area had flags on every lamppost. Union Jacks and St George’s flag. Mainly flying half way up the poles. Ladder height. Until recently St George’s flag was only seen on churches and on the windows of the far right.
This flag has such strong connotations. I
feel shocked to see it.
Christy's reply
In parts of Ulster there are Israeli flags fluttering side by side with Union Jacks…I put the boot down and accelerate towards more hospitable territory…some of the flags are being laid threadbare by the winds that blow..we live in hope
We are taking a family trip to Ireland September 2026 and would love to take in one of your shows. When will your calendar be out for that time period. Waiting to book our flights until we know.
Thanks
Annette
nothing in the pipeline that far ahead Annette..sorry I cant help……but if all goes well, I will still be doing gigs in Ireland at time….
Hello Christy,
Oh you sent me on a journey this morning. Set off thinking about how you make each place feel important. York was the first time, it was so strong. And then a discussion so long ago with Steve. He was adamant that you strongly interpreted songs. I was equally so that you didn’t. But I had no idea what I meant, It was a feeling in those days. It’s taken a long time. Singing and singing till the songs stopped biting and I stopped struggling. Singing them softly and clearly till someone came and said, you calmed my daughter, it’s my favourite, it’s where my mother comes from, it was so beautiful. And the questions and confusion that brought. You talked about duende and the state of a place. And it’s to do with strength and detached connection. To stand still and let it be itself, and be sincere enough to not have to add our self to the mix. We’re there of course, that’s clear. But it is clear. A clear path for a song. And I come back to Daori Farrell who explained it so clearly. The song sings the singer.
I love the way they evolve.
And now I’m done and it’s time to think about a difficult meeting that’s coming this morning. I’ll do my best and hope it’s ok.
Rebecca
all good
Some man, Christy. Thank you for the reply. A team of us from Glasgow and Kildare will be there on opening night at Vicar Street on Saturday 1st Nov. Can’t wait. Enjoyed some magical nights at the ‘Carousel of Healing’ over the years, including a favourite in 2012 when the Celts had done particularly well in Europe midweek and crowd was hell-bent on Lonesome Boatman between every song; you merrily grabbed the bodhran to lead the way – no one left Lonesome that night.
Glasgow seems to be an important thread, with Black is the Colour, Barrowland, Bonnie Banks. Broomielaw on the new record is a beauty as well (not at all terrible).
Hamish Imlach enjoying some quiet resurgence partly thanks to Mary Wallopers taking ‘Cod Liver Oil’ (a great version). Have seen snippets over the years of you with Billy Connolly. Must have been rare times. Scotia and Clutha and Barras still roaring now. Gallowgate changed a fair bit in recent years, and still just the same.
I’m inclined to mention selfishly an all-time favourite of ‘Motherland’…but it’s just one of hundreds. Thankful for the chance to come to you again in Dublin town. Thank you.
You mention Glasgow being an” important thread”
Every place is special in its own unique way…..many venues are outstanding…. I’ve always felt a special connection with Glasgow..since my first gig there in Montrose St in 1967 I’ve always loved returning…I played vrious clubs and venues and then, in the 1980s, I played Barrowland for the first time… ever since it has remained my favourite venue outside Ireland….there is an atmosphere that is unequalled…. the historical connection with Glasgow always shines thru on those hot, sweaty, emotional nights…..the very state of the place leaves an impact..writing these few lines I can sense it….I’ve played in some top concert halls around the world but none call me back like Mags McIvors…….
but its never an easy gig,from the opening number you gotta work it, you gotta hang in there until the duende kicks in…Barrowland Duende is like no other…its never a silent spiritual space, its full on like an incoming tide… it can go awry betimes, I’m always knackered after it..
But I loves it
Hi Christy following your reply to Rebeccah not all your earlier correspondents have jumped ship. Some of us are just laying low. I remember in the early (dial up) days the only information I could find on you was on an American site. Then Ruben came along and established the 4711.org. I recall one frequent contributer, Jack Power I wonder what happened to him ???Unfortunately thd 4711ers site died a death & like the parrot in the Monty Python sketch couldn’t be revived. Like most followers I can’t believe how lucky we are to have thd Guestbook and the chance to contact you directly. On another subject I’m off to a confrence for Jeremy Corbyns new party next month. There’s still light at the end of the tunnel, No Pasaran
Morra John…
I’m still in touch with Jack Power…he’s been keeping a low profile in recent years…an unfortunate set of circumstance forces him be quiet for the time being…time alone will tell if Jack will re-emerge into the lime light …all I can say for the moment is that he was caught up in the middle of a race-fixing debacle with a horse that suddenly found form after a history of finishing last….it suddenly took a fit of running in Leopardstown and certain parties gave the bookies a right pasting…jack himself was never found to be directy involved but the following week he was driving a Porsche and getting measured in Louis Copelands…I’m hoping he’ll pull thru and return here, plus he owes me a right few bob ever since we went over to Cheltenham together and him feckin skint…
good news about Jeremy..from what I read here ,old Blighty is on the precipice of meltdown…scary times John boy but we can but hope for better times ahead…the Donald in Windsor….is it a good time for another fire
Hey Christy, Hope all is going well. Iknow it’s a ways off but I am keeping an eye on next spring .. hoping to be in your presents 3 years in a row 🙏🤞
Brendan,there is promising talk about 4 nights at The National Concert Hall in May…if talks conclude the dates will be posted here asap..keep in touch
Got tickets for Knocknarea on Thursday – start time 8pm. But what time should we aim to be there – don’t know Knocknarea Arena at all. Seats not allocated – so do we need to allow plenty of time to get seated? Does it take a while to get parked. Only ever been to see Christy in London theatres. Any advice gratefully received.
not overly familiar myself…
played there once before
its a good room
on the Donegal side,on the edge of Sligo town
if memory serves, there is parking,
I can only suggest you get there at 7
sometimes people queue to get front seats
I must stress….I’m only the singer in this outfit…I works the songs…my good companeros work the logistics
I love Sligo gigs…always music on the air
Thanks Christy, I really appreciate your replies.
many of our earlier correspondents have jumped ship to other platforms….I appreciate those who still converse here….I have neither time nor inclination to visit other social media outlets….I like it here
There’s lots of flags going up here, in different pockets of the country. We drove through one or two of the villages surrounding Bradford on Saturday, on our way to Settle. One or two area had flags on every lamppost. Union Jacks and St George’s flag. Mainly flying half way up the poles. Ladder height. Until recently St George’s flag was only seen on churches and on the windows of the far right.
This flag has such strong connotations. I
feel shocked to see it.
In parts of Ulster there are Israeli flags fluttering side by side with Union Jacks…I put the boot down and accelerate towards more hospitable territory…some of the flags are being laid threadbare by the winds that blow..we live in hope