There was sad news this week as we heard that Tony Clarkin had passed away. For those who don't know Tony was the lead guitarist of the rock band Magnum, he was also an incredibly talented songwriter, writing all of Magnum's songs. My blog name - Magnumlady comes from my love for the band (not... Continue Reading →
The Sligo St. Patrick’s Day Festival 2022
The team at the Sligo St. Patrick's Festival have just announced a whopping line up of Live music which will take part on the gig rig in Stephen St Car Park over 3 days and nights for the St Patricks Weekend festivities. Whilst the parade is the main event of the 2022 festival, this year,... Continue Reading →
Ballina Community Radio Show July 4th
If you missed my radio show you can listen back here. I'll tell you about lots of adventures in Sligo, Leitrim, Donegal, Mayo and Enniskillen, and there's loads of great music. I hope you enjoy the show, thanks to Mayo North for sponsoring it.
Festivals in Ireland 2019
The 2018 version of this was my most popular post of the year so grab a cuppa and enjoy reading about some of the best festivals of 2019.This is the perfect guide for those who might be thinking of coming to Ireland and timing it with one of these. Thanks so much to the Irish... Continue Reading →
Let it be
I was at the Bootleg Beatles last night with Jono, they played Sligo Live and we really enjoyed it. It's the first concert Jono has been to in a wheelchair and it made the night so much easier for him. The concert was over 2 and a half hours long and was a really great... Continue Reading →
Festivals in Ireland 2018
I don't know about you but this is the time of year that I usually think ahead to planning holidays. If you are planning on coming to Ireland in 2018 there are some fantastic festivals taking place throughout the year that you might want to include in your visit. Thanks so much to the Irish... Continue Reading →