DESCRIPTION:
Anto Drennan featured with Badge, playing the classic Irish air, 'Mná na hÉireann' (Women of Ireland), music composed by Sean O'Riada. The band, featuring Anto Drennan and Greg Boland on guitars, played the 'Dublin Guitar Night' gig at JJ Smyth's music venue in Dublin on Tuesday, June 25th, 2013, along with sets from other guitarists, including Eamonn Moran, Damien Kelly and Shane Latimer. Search on YouTube for Sharon Corr's fine take of this tune, together with Anto and the RTÉ concert orchestra. Jeff Beck features on the CD recording of the song by Sharon. Tommy Moore on bass, and Miles Drennan on drums.

About Anto Drennan:
From Trend Studio website: Anthony (Anto) Drennan is a Dublin based guitarist who over the years has recorded and toured with a wide range of artists and projects covering all styles. Some of these include The Corrs, (Five albums and all touring) Moving Hearts, Paul Brady, (Three albums) Clannad,(six Albums) Davy Spillane, Chris Rea, Sharon Corr, The Chieftains, Jimmy MacCarthy, Genesis, Mike and the Mechanics, Moya Brennan. "Bringin It All Back Home" Irish football team (Put Em Under Pressure) Mick Hanly, Dolores Keane, Patsy Watchorn and many more.

From Wikipedia: Anthony Drennan is an Irish guitarist noted for his involvement with Genesis, Mike + the Mechanics and The Corrs whom he has played with throughout most of his career. He was born in Luton, England, but moved to Ireland at a young age. He is from a musical family. He has also played with Clannad, Paul Brady, Moving Hearts, Davy Spillane, the Liffey Light Orchestra, The Ronnie Drew Band and other well-known Irish bands and performers.

About Badge (from JJ's website): Badge are a four piece Dublin based band whose members comprise some of the most experienced musicians in Ireland. Their names are instantly recognizable to most musicians and music lovers, having played with most of the top artists in the country. Badge, newly formed, play an eclectic mix of 70's rock and blues, including Cream , Free , Fleetwood Mac, Jeff Beck, etc., bringing the music to life and a show that won't be forgotten

Dublin Guitar Night is a monthly event presenting a range of guitar players across many genres. The last Tuesday of each month features four varied guitar acts and a focal point for players, guitar enthusiasts and music lovers alike.

About JJ's: JJ Smyth's is a family owned bar in the center of Dublin city. Home to many a musician, Jazz and Blues alike. It started off as a family owned grocery and public house back in the 1730's, it has changed throughout the years and now you can hear live Jazz and Blues sounds of the city from within it's doors. JJ's became one of the cities oldest continuous licenses, which has remained on precisely the same site since the 1730's and was the birthplace of the famous Irish poet and playwright Thomas Moore in May 1779. For more information on the history of JJ Smyth's and the house itself check out the history section of the site.

Links:
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Dublin-Guitar-Night/421679534568772?fref=ts
http://www.jjsmyths.com/gigs/fridays.html
http://www.jjsmyths.com/
http://www.trendstudioslive.com/anthony-drennan
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Anthony_Drennan
http://www.allmusic.com/artist/anto-drennan-mn0001607934
http://wordpress.hotpress.com/themusicshow/2009/09/29/anto-drennan-joins-johnny-fean-for-guitar-masterclass/
http://www.genesis-news.com/c-Interview-with-Mike-Rutherford-Anthony-Drennan-Luky-Juby-and-Gary-Wallis-s487.html
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mn%C3%A1_na_h%C3%89ireann

Mná na hÉireann
Mná na hÉireann
Mná na hÉireann
Anto Drennan
Anto Drennan
Anto Drennan
Badge
Badge
Badge
Dublin Guitar Night
Dublin Guitar Night
Dublin Guitar Night