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« Reply #30 on: March 08, 2009, 11:12PM » |
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Saturday, March 07, 2009
Amazing Night
Hi all,
Well, last night was just fantastic and quite the honour.
We were met at The Presidents residence and escorted through to a waiting room and briefed on the event and what we were to do. It was the Human Rights Comission Dinner with 60 guest from all over the world.
After being announced to the room we launched into Jimmy Murphy which recieved a great reaction.
We introduced ourselves , and I spoke of the honour of being asked to perform at such an event, before introducing a brand new song "The 23rd of June".
Again, big reaction, after which the President stood up and said how wonderful we were!
After pic's, it was through to an amazing dining room for drinks and a quick chat.
Having performed at the White House, it was very special to sing in Ireland's First Residence.
We were also looked after incredibly well.
Super evening.
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« Reply #31 on: March 11, 2009, 01:31PM » |
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Updates
Hi there,
Today we did a photo shoot with a difference at a warehouse here in Dublin.
We will feauture in this Sunday's "Sunday Independant" newspaper as the High King's get scrubbed up in designer suits courtesy of Louis Copeland.
We had a blast doing the shoot and hope that this comes across.
On St Paddy's day (Tuesday) we will once agin be in the hot seat for The "Pat Kenny Show" on RTE Radio 1. There should be a bit of craic and indeed a few songs as well.
Hope you are all doing well, and please take care,
Best,
Darren.
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« Reply #32 on: March 18, 2009, 05:25PM » |
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Busy Busy Busy
Hey all,
Well, we had a great Paddy's day with the RTE radio 1 interview getting a huge reaction and the signing at Celtic Note being so successful too.
There was even time to take it the unnaturally gorgeous weather that we are having at the moment! Global warming eh!
Tomorrow, most of the Irish national newspapers should have the pic's of Pat Kenny presenting us with the Platinum Disc's at RTE.
Sorry, can't be more specific.
There are more new dates on the schedule for this summer, including another appearance at my favourite one from the last tour ,the INEC.
Ok, think thats it for now.
All the best,
D
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« Reply #33 on: March 21, 2009, 11:30PM » |
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Very Sad News
Please spare a thought this morning for the family of Natasha Richardson , who sadly passed away in New York last night.
She is married to our beloved actor Liam Neeson, who along with he 2 sons, is said to be completely devastated.
Life is way too short!!
She was a beacon on Broadway and film and will be sadly missed from the entertainment world.
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« Reply #34 on: March 22, 2009, 03:18PM » |
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National Interview and new song
Hey there,
I hooked up with major rock critic John Meagher from "The Independant" newspaper on Thursday last for an in depth interview that will run this Tuesday or Wednesday.
This was part 2 of an interview I did with John in 2003 when he did another 2 page spread on my return to Broadway to play Mr Joel, and my career up to that point.
Johns a great lad with a huge appreciation of music and the arts and i am looking forward to seeing how it turns out.
After the incredible and heart stopping victory for Ireland in the Six Nations Rugby championship yesterday, our mentor Shay Healy asked me to write something to commemorate the achievement. Two hours later I had the finished product and hopefully we will get into the studio early this week to lay it down.
Can't believe the Olympia shows are days away!!
Take care,
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« Reply #35 on: March 31, 2009, 02:51PM » |
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Dublin Concerts!
Hey everyone,
Well, it's been a few days since we wrapped up the Olympia dates, and I can say that I am very happy with the response to the new High Kings Show.
Armed with just ourselves and I guess...13 instruments, we rocked Dublin for 5 memorable nights, and changed the look and sound of this group along the way.
Any nagging doubts that might have been lingering, were quickly dispelled as each audience got behind us immediately and roared their approval of the new show.
Each one of us had our own individual highlights, but for me, it was actually walking onstage and playing guitar, bass guitar, Mandolin, and accordian! hah.....anythings possible.
This group can now do anything I believe, and I hope we will.
6 weeks of intense rehearsal paid off in abundance, and this week we can look back and quitely think...yeah!
To those fans who travelled from far and wide to be there......thank you!
Particularly Caz, Timi, Thomas and Karen.
Chat soon,
D
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« Reply #36 on: April 15, 2009, 09:30PM » |
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Thursday, April 09, 2009
Clare FM Interview Tomorrow morning Friday 10th April.
Hey all,
Finbarr and myself will be on Clare Fm tomorrow morning for an interview with local DJ Conn.
We are all set for our concert on Easter Monday at the Abbey Hotel in Donegal.
Last time we played there we sold out, and this time is no different!
Have a great Easter weekend and we'll talk soon.
D
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« Reply #37 on: April 15, 2009, 09:31PM » |
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Sunday, April 12, 2009
Happy Easter Everyone!
Here's wishing you all a very Happy and safe Easter.
We are about to set off for Donegal and tomorrows show up there. Its a bit of a drive so, what a way to spend a sunny day!!!!
Also, RTE 1 , our national TV station, is repeating the "Live in Dublin" concert at 3.45pm today.
All the best,
D
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« Reply #38 on: April 15, 2009, 09:32PM » |
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Monday, April 13, 2009
Donegal Rocks!
That about says it all!
Great crowd, great show, lots of fun.
Later,
D.
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« Reply #39 on: April 15, 2009, 09:32PM » |
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Tuesday, April 14, 2009
National TV Appearance.
Hey,
The HK will appear on Glor Tire on TG4 tomorrow night at 8.30pm (I think)
This is our national Irish language station and our first appearance on there.
TG4.com will have precise airtime details.
Cheers,
D
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« Reply #40 on: April 19, 2009, 11:04PM » |
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Friday, April 17, 2009
Ennis.
THROUGH THE ROOF!!!!
Can't add to this, best crowd in yonks!
All the best,
D
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« Reply #41 on: April 23, 2009, 09:36PM » |
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Tuesday, April 21, 2009
Castlebar
Full house, great theatre, good vibes, and a crazy crowd that sang along from start to finish.
Ennis was my favourite show, up until this!!
Peace,
D.
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« Reply #42 on: May 10, 2009, 10:54AM » |
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Sunday, May 10, 2009
INEC
Hey everyone.
There is something very special about the INEC in Kilarney, that brings out the best shows in us.
Last night for the 3rd time, we sold out in one of Irelands best venues, and it looks like we are back soon!!
Furthermore (ho ho) We are the only Irish and International act that has achieved this in 2009.
When you have 3 year old kids and pensioners singing in one voice, you kinda feel like you are doing ok.
I am off on a writing session in a bit, so I will let you know how that works out, but I am very excited.
All the best,
D
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« Reply #43 on: June 03, 2009, 09:12PM » |
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Monday, May 18, 2009
Late Late Show.
Hey everyone,
The High Kings have been confirmed to appear on the final Late late Show of the season on May 29th @9.30pm.
Not only is it the final show of the season, but the final show that Pat Kenny presents after 10 years in the hot seat.
Pat has been a huge supporter of ours since the formation of the group, and of mine since the mid 90's, so he will be sorely missed.
However, the man taking over from him is none other that our good friend Ryan Tubridy!
So who knows, maybe we will make it back again next season.
There are some dates coming up including a special appearance at St Michaels school in Baldoyle this coming Friday.
Also, we will be on WLR FM tomorrow evening at 6pm.
Check back in later with more info.
Thanks as always for the continued support.
D
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« Reply #44 on: June 23, 2009, 11:13PM » |
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Wednesday, June 17, 2009
Mooncoin and Carrick On Suir.
Hello there.
After a nice stroll around Galway this afternoon, I am finally sitting down and catching up online.
On Sunday morning I drove home to sunny Mooncoin where I officially opened the 10 K road race by cutting the ribbon and singing a few songs with some local musicians. It was fantastic to be home among my own family and people again and it was a bit emotional to be spoken about so glowingly by the organizers of the event. They even presented me with a huge bunch of flower's!! hah. My mum has them now.
Carrick on Suir was the town for Monday and Tuesday nights show's at the Clancy Festival.
Both nights were sold out and the athmosphere was amazing. Lots of old friends from Mooncoin again turned up as did the local's from Carrick to cheer on Finbarr.
We had a blast on these shows and indeed the fun we had onstage was evident to the audience who joined in with the craic.
I have yet to see the Optilase TV ad on the telly, but everyone else has seen it, including the Connemara FM DJ Mary Rowe who I did an interview with this morning.
It has been broadcast on TV3, Sky 1, Channel 4 and E4. Also has been seen in The Canary Islands. wow!
Tomorrow morning we are on Galway Bay FM at 11am in advance of our show at The Town Hall tomorrow night which has been confirmed a sell-out.
Hope to check in again soon, and hope you are all well.
Now it's time to head out for a bit to celebrate Brian's birthday. Its a big one!!
Talk soon,
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