Band of Friends celebrate great Rory Gallagher in Monroe’s
Band of Friends will celebrate the music of Donegal legend Rory Gallagher in Monroe’s Live on Friday, June 3, with two original members of the rock icon’s band, Gerry McAvoy and Ted McKenna, in their line-up.
Rory Gallagher released 11 albums in his lifetime, and bassist Gerry McAvoy appeared on every one. Drummer Ted McKenna powered his live shows from 1977 until 1981 and appeared on Rory's acclaimed Photo-Finish, Top Priority and Stage Struck albums.
Gallagher’s albums and the recordings of his live performances still crackle with energy and vitality, qualities which have ensured that his legacy has survived.
He also jammed with the Rolling Stones, although his stellar work would have been lost in the shadow of Jagger and Richards. However, Slash, from Guns ‘n’ Roses, was a Gallagher devotee and has pushed to get the Ballyshannon native into the Rock 'n' Roll Hall of Fame.
Meanwhile, his old friends and bandmates have teamed up with Dutch guitarist and vocalist Marcel Scherpenzeel to perform a complete celebration of Rory Gallagher’s music.
When the Irish guitarist-vocalist died in 1995, he left the memory of some unforgettably energetic concerts. McKenna, and especially McAvoy, and were a vital part of these gigs.
To see this guys in action promises to be a rare treat indeed.
■ Doors are at 9pm, and tickets are €17/€15 online.