Had Enough, Punk?

If by some chance you didn't get enough Irish music this past weekend, for the love of Tommy Makem, please seek professional help.

If that doesn't work, then help of a different kind is just around the corner. Liam's Fancy, a duo made up of trad players Beverly Buchanan and Dan Cummins will be all over our area in the next few days. According to their website:

Bev has developed a bit of a cult following in recognition of her tasteful and lively renderings of some of the great oulde tunes from the west of Ireland, and her stylish accompaniment to Dan's singing is superb. She is recognized as one of the leading box players in the Midwest.

Over several decades, Dan has crafted his own unique style, reflecting a love and respect for his family's heritage along with a fervor to keep the party going. Dan is a rare singer. He might deliver a classic pub favorite in one breath - in the next he'll sing a song in the old style. He has successfully worked with some of the greatest Irish Trad players of his generation.

I'm not sure what a rare singer is exactly. Maybe he's undercooked. And the Liams I know are far from fancy. At any rate, they come highly recommended by our friend Kelly Dougherty at Missouri Valley Folklife and that's good enough for me. Check them out at one of these venues.

Sep 9 @ 4:00 pm
with Turlach Boylan
Bloomsday Books
313 East 55th KCMO 64113
No cover charge, but donations will be accepted.
816-523-6712

Sep 9 @ 7:30 pm
Eddie Delahunt's Cafe &
1811 W. 45th Street KCMO 64111
cover chg: $8.00
(816) 753-3322

Sep 10 @ 4:00 pm
Big Plain House Concerts Lenexa KS
suggested donation: $10.00
913.904.1285