Rory Gallagher will be remembered 20 years after his sad passing in the town of his birth with thousands of the Late Great Rock 'n Blues star' followers converging on Ballyshannon, Co. Donegal, Ireland between 28th and 31st May 2015 from throughout the world. Gallagher is without doubt one of the greatest musicians ever from Ireland who to this day is remembered fondly everywhere for his energetic live performances. From his humble beginnings in Ballyshannon where he was born at the appropriately named Rock Hospital, Rory supported throughout his career by his brother and Manager - Donal, left a huge impression on the world of Rock Blues music. Its not surprising then that 20 years after his sad passing that his loyal fans both old and new will travel from over 30 Countries worldwide to celebrate his life and music in Ballyshannon for the 14th Rory Gallagher International Tribute Festival.
32 acts will perform on 15 separate stages over 4 days in the Culturally celebrated town of his birth - Ballyshannon. Without doubt one of the best line-ups will perform with many of the finest guitarists, musicians, band mates and tribute artists will assemble to Remember Rory - 20 Years After. The winding streets of Ballyshannon will come alive to the sounds of acousic and electric guitars as Ballyshannon honours its most famous son.
"If Rory was around to witness the 4-day event he would be truly humbled with the effort that his loyal following from across the world make annually but in particular this year, the 20th Anniversary of his passing" said Festival Chairperson - Barry O'Neill.
Free to view Street Concerts featuring many great musicians, Blues Sessions, Guitar workshops, the Rock Hospital gig, daily acoustic gigs at the Rory Gallagher Statue, nightly Pub gigs featuring many international bands and the Big Top Concerts on 29th, 30th & 31st May with acts such as "Band of Friends" featuring Rory's long-time bass player Gerry McAvoy, drummer Ted McKenna and guitarist Marcel Scherpenzeel. The legendary WILKO JOHNSON & HIS BAND, the awesome ULI JON ROTH & HIS BAND, former "Whitesnake" guitarist - Bernie Marsden & His Band, "Delta Groove" featuring another of Rory's drummers - Brendan O'Neill, PAT McMANUS BAND, JOHNNY GALLAGHER & THE BOXTIE BAND, one of Europe's finest emerging guitarist LAURENCE JONES ...... top tribute artists - Dave McHugh Band, Sinnerboy, Moonchild, Tony Dowlers Hellhounds, The Mississippi Sheiks, Deuce, the incredible Irish female Blues voices of Grainne Duffy and also introducing Andrea Martin with the MAMA MARTIN BAND and many more ..... 32 Acts on 15 Stages over 4 days ..... Be Part of this major celebration Remembering Rory Gallagher - 20 Years After.
All details are available on the Official Festival Website - www.rorygallagherfestival.com
All Enquiries by Email; roryfest@hotmail.com
32 acts will perform on 15 separate stages over 4 days in the Culturally celebrated town of his birth - Ballyshannon. Without doubt one of the best line-ups will perform with many of the finest guitarists, musicians, band mates and tribute artists will assemble to Remember Rory - 20 Years After. The winding streets of Ballyshannon will come alive to the sounds of acousic and electric guitars as Ballyshannon honours its most famous son.
"If Rory was around to witness the 4-day event he would be truly humbled with the effort that his loyal following from across the world make annually but in particular this year, the 20th Anniversary of his passing" said Festival Chairperson - Barry O'Neill.
Free to view Street Concerts featuring many great musicians, Blues Sessions, Guitar workshops, the Rock Hospital gig, daily acoustic gigs at the Rory Gallagher Statue, nightly Pub gigs featuring many international bands and the Big Top Concerts on 29th, 30th & 31st May with acts such as "Band of Friends" featuring Rory's long-time bass player Gerry McAvoy, drummer Ted McKenna and guitarist Marcel Scherpenzeel. The legendary WILKO JOHNSON & HIS BAND, the awesome ULI JON ROTH & HIS BAND, former "Whitesnake" guitarist - Bernie Marsden & His Band, "Delta Groove" featuring another of Rory's drummers - Brendan O'Neill, PAT McMANUS BAND, JOHNNY GALLAGHER & THE BOXTIE BAND, one of Europe's finest emerging guitarist LAURENCE JONES ...... top tribute artists - Dave McHugh Band, Sinnerboy, Moonchild, Tony Dowlers Hellhounds, The Mississippi Sheiks, Deuce, the incredible Irish female Blues voices of Grainne Duffy and also introducing Andrea Martin with the MAMA MARTIN BAND and many more ..... 32 Acts on 15 Stages over 4 days ..... Be Part of this major celebration Remembering Rory Gallagher - 20 Years After.
All details are available on the Official Festival Website - www.rorygallagherfestival.com
All Enquiries by Email; roryfest@hotmail.com
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