I just wanted to say you are so important to us…to Ireland and your body of work is monumental. You have influenced so many of us. In my weekend warrior gigs I play Nobody Knows. But I still have a deep love for Dancer in the Fire….new ground and treaded brilliantly. Always a huge admirer. Keep it up!
we kept in touch when he was in Folk Music in Pa. another friend, Johnny Fean I saw play with the bould Horslips at the Bottom Line in 1978........I listened to your song, The Island recently. Well ]aysus that resonates in the world we have today. I was emotional listening to it. That could be dotage but it did something....no high falutin here. I have every album of yours, beginning with cassette now Cd. You did a gig in Limerick one time the same day i was going balck to New Jersey.....it's tough trying to live in two places at once. Mind you, having your music is a constant. I met you one time (they tell me) but i hve no recall. If you ever read this, I say thanks for so many things in your music. pj browne
Thank you for your beautiful music You are the one artist I would love to see live! Making a second trip to Ireland next year and have fingers crossed you might be playing somewhere. I will continue to delve into your vast catalogue. A fan from Colorado US
Thank you for your beautiful music You are the one artist I would love to see live! Making a second trip to Ireland next year and have fingers crossed you might be playing somewhere. I will continue to delve into your vast catalogue. A fan from Colorado US
I don't know any other way to reach out to you so I'm hoping you will see this. I'd love an opportunity to have a chat with you and see if you would be willing to participate in a segment of the doc. You have my email and if you are interested please send me a message there.
All the best,
Fletcher Fischer,
Bloomfield CT.
ps. Loved the references to New Hyde Park where I grew up.
Since then, Paul has been always in my playlists, as part of my life. Incredible songwriter and fabulous traditional Irish music singer.
My sister lives in Limerick, but I missed the chance to see him live some days ago.
I wait impatiently until next chance
Thanks, Mr. Brady for all the good songs.
I have wanted to see you for many years and when I did, I wasn't disappointed. Your voice is incredible and love the way that left shoulder moves up and down when you sing.....classic.
Also, delighted to meet you after the show. I now have my signed book.
Your a legend!
Well done to Bridgid o Neill also really enjoyed her performance.
I'm curious what you think makes good music — is it defined by virtuosity, earnestness and intention, connection with audience, etc...?
Also would be interested to hear one life lesson you think could be really impactful to a teenager like myself.
Thanks again,
Perseus
Listened to your 80s stuff the whole way from Belfast down to Cork on my honeymoon there recently. Scottish hubby now a huge Paul brady fan.
Lots of love,
Rosa
Have loved your music for many years (or decades!) and know I’ve seen you live, back in the late 1980s at the Limit club in Sheffield. But I can’t find any record of it online. Can you confirm you played the Limit, probably 1987 or 88? I know it’s going back a while so no problem if you don’t recall! Thanks, Mark
I have always liked your songs. I sing Continental Trailways Bus at my local Acoustic Jam and it gets a good response. I love that song.
https://youtu.be/OUSv2dgHkLE?list=PLF-Csx81aLayo14Suo-LimSXav4OHfuia
What a generous forum to makle yourself availabel to fans! I read Crazy Dreams - it's a wonderful read ,and led me back to the music you've created over the years. And then I saw you in Dunlewey. Again, thanks for your generosity in playing a small intimate venue (and with reasonable ticket prices.) It was a night of magic, not just for me, but for the whole audience. I play several of your songs (on my windowsill in the West End, just beside Frankie McKiernan's). I thought for many years "Blue World" was apout a relationship and used to play it with that in mind - always had an angry feel to it. Then discovered in your book that it's a riposte to the provos - changed the whole complexion of the song -I play it now with much more joy! Anyway - thank you for your music and your book and the wonderful 2 hours of magic that you gave us in Dunlewey! Long may you run.
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I’m in my 60s now and I’ve seen you a few times. But still the most exciting is when you were touring Hard Station, I think. It was a festival and Wishbone Ash were playing also. Maybe your memory is better than mine.
Paul I have been a fan since the 1960s. Mick Moloney is in Thailand.
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Hello Paul: I just finished your book and found it a fascinating read. I was especially interested in the chapters on the Johnstons because I'm producing a documentary about your old band mate and my long time friend Mick Moloney. Your book was highly recommended to me by Mick's sister Violet.
I knew Paul Brady in 1984- Dire Straits Tour -and thanks to my friend Rossa, who gave me Hard Station as a present.
Dear Paul, I went to your concert last night in Ennis.
That was a virtuoso performance in The Venue in Rathoath last night Paul. It was a real treat being there in such an intimate setting. From the early material like The Jolly Beggar and Lakes of Pontchartrain to the more recent classics like Crazy Dreams and Nobody Knows, your voice and musicianship continue to stand out. A call out too to your very good guest support, Eimear Crehan.
Hi Paul. Thank you so much for an absolutely wonderful evening at The Lime tree Theatre in Limerick to night.
Hi Paul, I first saw you in Strabane when I was 19/20, and I loved your music immediately, I'm so looking forward to tomorrow evening in the Forum in Derry to see you again, ive had your music as my soundtrack for 35yrs now and it's been a constant comfort all this time. I've been indoors for a number of years due to health problems, seeing you live will be my first outing since before covid. Thank you for your amazing music. Have a great nite on the 12th Oct 24 Derry.
Hey Paul. Your music means a lot. Many smiles and tears from your records. Thank you for it all.
Found your album Back to the Centre in my vinyl collection with no recollection of how it got there! Put it on, thought it sounded good and decided to learn more!
Sending love and good wishes. Spending a lovely Saturday evening listening to you play beside the Bayou St John. Peace to all beings.
Hello Paul. Taking my dad (70 next year) to see you with my brother and sister at Ulster Hall in October. We managed to bag front row seats - cannot wait. Our first time seeing you, but not my dads. Had a look at some of your recent setlists and noticed you don't tend to play Arthur McBride these days - can we persuade you? 😉
Thanks for the magical performance you gave us in Ballykeefe amphitheatre last Saturday. Even the sound problems did not stop you (many lesser performers would have left the stage in a huff). You are still as good as ever you were.
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Hi Paul,
Hi Paul,
Just to say a huge thanks for your awesome performance last night in Castlebar, truly wonderful and inspiring, every song a gem. As a visual artist I envy your genius at being able to produce and perform a work of art with each song...the energy joy and talent will stay with us ... breathtaking....
Hi Paul, I've been an admirer of your work for many years. You write great "memorable" songs with strong storylines. Top shelf my friend!