The most recent performer was the lovely and very talented Mick Flannery. Mr Flannery has recently released his second album, White Lies, and has been getting amazing amounts of radio play with the first single, Tomorrow's Paper's, and more recently, Safety Rope.
Anyway, he played in Breakers at the end of January and it was a most successful evening's entertainment. I have to admit that I was a little worse for wear following a run in with a bottle of Jameson and my best mate Caroline the night before. But it was the kind of music that you can just sit and listen to. No audience participation required. (Apart from applause following the lovely tunes.
Here are some pictures of the man himself. He did play with a full band and you can see the other images on my flickr (www.flickr.com/orlak)
Another very lovely and very talented bloke played on the night. Bill Coleman (http://www.bcoleman.com/) warmed up the crowd with his musical abilities. Bill uses a loop pedal to layer vocals and guitar riffs to create a very unique and fresh sound. Check out his web page for tunes and news/updates. Bill is also in the process of recording some new tracks for release, so keep an eye on his website for news of releases!
In my slightly hungover state, I noticed this lovely piece of interiors. PJ Kavanagh, propriotor of Kavanaghs pub, recently completely renovated the performance area to double the audience space, making the place one of , if not the best venue in Portlaoise and the surrounding areas. The renovations did not stop at doubling the space, but included some very cool paintings and wallpapers. It also included this beautiful light fitting (below) that I love.
I also indicated to PJ, my grá for the light and told him that it would fit in my handbag if I really tried.
I couldn't try as I was in pain the last time. However, next time, I am bringing my ladder and my screwdriver set.
tee hee hee!!!!
Right, Off to watch them cutting up pigs on Grey's Anatomy. Strange tie in between that and the medieval sacrifice of a pig I just read about in Anthony Bourdain's book " A Cook's Tour - In Search of The Perfect Meal"
So there you are.
Orls xxx
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