Legendary Irish musician and Mayo native Brendan Ward died Saturday, July 24th in Rochester, New York.By Kevin O'ConnorMr. Brendan Ward, who has died at his daughter’s home in Rochester, New York on July 24th was hailed in his native Mayo as a musical genius.
Foxford-born Brendan Ward (who was 97) learned the violin and piano at his local school and later became so … [Read more...] about Bandleader Brendan Ward
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Redeeming Bing
Once considered the greatest crooner of all, the distortion of Bing Crosby's accomplishments and reputation has been as remarkable as his career. Bob Lydon debunks many of the myths that have circulated since the singer's death in 1977. ℘℘℘ Bing Crosby died on a golf course near Madrid, Spain, on October 14, 1977. He was 74 and well past his career peak years which spanned … [Read more...] about Redeeming Bing