May News Round Up

Hi everyone,

It's that time again when we pull together all the news, photos, videos etc from the last few weeks so you can catch up on anything you may have missed.

Requests for Information

Where possible, we will always answer any questions left on Darren's various social media sites. However, Darren and the team are unable to comment about the new High Kings album and future tour dates until details are confirmed by the official channels for public release. Please be assured that we want to share all information with you as soon as we are able.

Thank you for your patience!

Gathering Kilkenny Update 

“Just did very cool interview with Cahir O' Doherty from The Irish Voice newspaper in New York.
Should be on the shelves in the coming weeks.”

“On the shelves today in the USA and online.
Irish Voice Interview promoting the Kilkenny Gathering Initiative. Also reliving performing Movin' Out in New York and being a High King.”



CLICK HERE to read online version

Road Rage!

Listen to Darren chatting to Miriam O'Callaghan on RTE Radio about his recent experience of being a victim of 'road rage'.

CLICK HERE for RTE Radio 1 Interview

Evening Herald

CLICK HERE to read online version


My Flesh Eating Virus Hell!

SundayWorld Exclusive!

CLICK HERE to read online version

Dublin Airport Advertisment

“Shooting advertising campaign for Dublin Airport Parking with Josh and Ava — at Dlight Studios Dublin”

“Day 2 of Airport parking photo shoot. — at Terminal 2 - Dublin Airport”

“First scene of the day. Daddy in his SUV.”

“Another day, another video shoot. : )
Off to Dublin Airport to continue work on the new advertisement campaign for DAA set to launch in the next few weeks.
Lights, camera, action!”

“Cover of Daily Mail magazine. Jeez, me nippers are famous!!”

 

Soundcloud 

We have another of Darren's original unreleased studio songs to his Soundcloud. You can listen to 'Savor the Wine' and previous songs on this player.

From the Archives

“Just got this pic sent to me from the USA.
Take during Oscars week 2006 at the US Ireland Alliance event in Los Angeles. I performed a solo set celebrating the Irish in Hollywood.”

“Found this during my continuing clean out. Bonnie Tyler and myself taken backstage in Moscow October 1994 after the final show that I opened for her. Great tour which also included Paul Young.”




Charity Skydive

Some of you may remember that Darren undertook a charity skydive on 19th June 2010 for the Bubblegum Club in Kilkenny. This was in association with Tandem SkyDive Club and raised 11,500 Euros on the day. We are pleased to now be able to share his jump with you!

Radio

“Hey folks. Don't forget to tune into KCLR 96FM on this Easter Sunday evening at 7pm where I will be the guest DJ spinning my favourite tracks for 1 hour!
I can promise you that there will he a never before heard exclusive track from the upcoming new High Kings studio album!!” 

CLICK HERE to read online version

  

We have recorded Darren's hour long 'My Music' programme, with a guest appearance from his young son Josh, and you can listen with an option to download on the links below. Darren did as promised play an original exclusive track 'Oh Maggie' from the new High Kings album  but as it hasn't yet been released, it has been removed from this recording.

LISTEN TO MY MUSIC PART 1

LISTEN TO MY MUSIC PART 2

“I will be chatting to John Masterson on KCLR FM today at approximately 1.10pm about tonight's Eurovision Song Contest.
On that note, I would like to wish Ryan Dolan and crew, and also my old touring friend Bonnie Tyler the very best of luck for the competition.
I won't see it as The High Kings are at the Greville Arms Hotel in Mullingar tonight at 9pm.”

CLICK HERE to listen to the interview

Late Late Show

“Just played a very rewarding and cool show for the students of my kids school to celebrate the end of Irish week and St Patricks Day. Amazing to hear 250 children sing along with me to The fields of Athenry, knowing every word.
Josh and Ava are so lucky to have teachers who instill Irish pride through music in them.
On route now to RTE for sound check as tonight The High Kings are on The Late Late Show!!
Also will be on KCLR FM chatting to John Keane around 3.30pm.”

CLICK HERE  to listen to the interview



"Just met up with old Riverdance friends Padraig and Niamh who are also on tonight's show."

Villa Roma

"This time tomorrow the lads and I will be on route to Upstate New York to play a date at The Villa Roma resort in the Catskills. Should be fun. Also, will be nice to leave this dreary dull and cold Irish weather behind for the weekend! I may even sneak a trip to NYC to satisfy my constant craving."

 

“Just arrived in Villa Roma, outside Bethel NY after a 3 hour journey from Newark. There is a serious "Kellerman's" and "Nobody puts baby in the corner" vibe here which is kinda cool and different. Already having major craic (ie: fun) with The Willoughby Brothers and this should be a great weekend.
We are performing on Saturday night so tomorrow is free to hang out and do stuff that you do at resorts in the country.
Gotta run.....Salsa starts in 10 minutes!”

“Damn you jet lag! Being awake at 6.30am when I don't have to be sucks. On the bright side, it's raining. A lot.”

“Fun at Kellermans” 





“Just saw TheWilloughby Brothers live in concert and I can safely say, they are all that and more!
Fantastic performance that showcased 6 great voices. Magic.
I actually got a lump in my throat when they sang "The Promise" which I co-wrote with Marc Roberts for them.
The sky's the limit for the lads and I sincerely hope they reap the rewards they deserve.
Go see them if you get the chance.”

“Thanks to everyone who came to see us tonight in NY State.
Really cool crowd including a lot of HK followers that travelled a long way to see us! Thanks guys!!”

“Just sang and played at mass this morning with Brian Dunphy, Des Willoughby and Mary Darcy. Really nice way to start Sunday. Heading to Newark for our return flight in a few hours.”

“Back on Irish soil after a great weekend.”



Heritage Hotel Portlaoise


“Tonight The High Kings kick off the weekend with a concert at The Heritage Hotel Portlaoise at 8pm, and tomorrow night we are at the INEC Killarney at 9.30pm.
Next week it is full on rehearsals in preparation for the album/tour and we should be able to announce details of a new major label international deal shortly.”

CLICK HERE FOR PLAYLIST OF 22 VIDEOS



Photos from the show   Please click 'Play Again' option to see all photos once slide has finished

“Great night at The Heritage Hotel. Brilliant crowd that sang along all night and gave it loads!
On to Killarney tomorrow.”


INEC Killarney


“Always nice to see a huge line of folks waiting for doors to open. We are onstage tonight at 9.30pm and it should be a brilliant night.” 




Photos from the show   Please click 'Play Again' option to see all photos once slide has finished

“Thanks Killarney for another great show at the INEC last night. Always a pleasure.
Homeward bound and gearing up for a week of getting the new songs ready for summer, and the new album release.”


Other Updates

“Kids dropped at school, gym done, now on to a full day of rehearsal in the country.”

“Wexford!! The best night in ages! Thanks to a huge crowd for a brilliant time!!”

“First workout of the week done. Ready to kick off week 2 of High Kings rehearsals.
This week we play Theatre Royal Waterford on Saturday and Salthill Hotel Galway on Sunday.”

“Rehearsals finished and now all that's left is to decide when to give the songs from the new album their first airing in a live setting.
Stand by for updates on that and a big announcement about the major label that has come on board to release the record.

Exciting times ahead for The High Kings.”

“Tonight The High Kings are live onstage at 8.15pm at The Theatre Royal Waterford. Always nice to have a gig close to home.”

“As always Waterford was fantastic! Great night, brilliant crowd. Way too much fun.
On to Galway.”

“Having food poisoning on a day that I have to travel 2 hours to Galway and do a show is not fun”

“Absolutely brilliant Galway crowd. What a night! Loved it.
Great atmosphere! Also what a moment to have young Stephen
Reilly come on stage for the last song with his dad Michael.
What a courageous kid fighting a massive battle. Huge inspiration.
Onwards to Dublin and a day off.” 

A few words from Darren (and Brian) in Mullingar before the show.

“Holy moly Mullingar!!
Best crowd in ages! Fantastic atmosphere!! Loved it.
Thanks a million for a great night.”

New Dates

The High Kings will headline 'Hooley in the Heather' at the Sliabh Beagh Hotel, Knockatallon Co. Monaghan on 14th June!

http://thehighkings.eventbrite.ie/


“Delighted to announce that The High Kings will play the main stage at This years Westport Music Festival on June 29th, along with Christy Moore, The Stunning, Gavin James, Julie Feeney and many more.”

http://www.westportfestival.com/

That's all the news for now, we'll be back with more as soon as we have it. Please drop by Darren's official page on Facebook for daily updates.

Thanks for your continued support

Darren & the DH Team

The Gathering Kilkenny Special

Please go to the Official Gathering Kilkenny Website 

Follow them on Twitter  Like their Facebook Page 

"As most of you will have heard, 2013 is a major national event dedicated to bringing our Irish abroad home to celebrate everything about our heritage. I would like to deeply thank The Gathering committee from Kilkenny for approaching me to be a part of this very special year long event."

"I am honoured and proud to be an ambassador for Kilkenny for The Gathering 2013. It promises to be a fantastic year not only for KK but Ireland. There were some great idea's offered for event's in the city and county that will need organizing soon. I have one in the pipeline that will require a huge effort so stay tuned for details.
Huge thanks to Mayor Seán Ó HArgáin for the very nice introduction that he gave me.
It really was a great moment."

Latest News and Events

Gathering Programme Launch

Kilkenny enthusiastically launched its Gathering Programme for 2013 with a celebratory launch event in The Pembroke Hotel, Kilkenny on Wednesday 27 February. Speaking about the launch; Darren Holden of The High Kings said;

 “The Gathering is a fantastic initiative, and has the potential to provide a real legacy for tourism in Ireland and Kilkenny. Kilkenny is already very attractive to tourists, with the medieval heritage of the town drawing thousands of visitors to the Castle and St. Canice’s and all of the festivals around the county every year, but it’s wonderful to see so many grassroots organisations getting involved in the gathering and expanding on the all great work that has already been done in the county”

 

This photo from the Gathering Programme launch night is courtesy of the Gathering Kilkenny Facebook page.  Photo: Pat Moore. ©patmoore2012. 0862619994/0872619994, patjmoore@gmail.com

Darren's status update after the event!

"Fantastic night in Kilkenny at the Gathering Launch initiative 2013 at The Pembroke Hotel. Huge turnout from a very enthusiastic attendance and so good to meet my fellow ambassadors and event organisers.
After numerous promo pics and catching up with some old friends from Mooncoin, Cora Long and Mairead Conway it was on to The Set Theatre for the launch of The Marble City Rugby Sevens competition where I hooked up with legendary Irish internationals Mick Galway, Willie Dunne and current star Sean O' Brien.
Finally numerous pics were taken to promote The Kilkenny Tradfest which takes place on St Patricks Weekend, featuring a host of great talent and the first visit of The High Kings to The Watergate Theatre on March 17th!!
Tickets are on sale now!"

Darren's Video Message from Kilkenny

 

Recent Press Articles

The Daily Star 1st March

Kilkenny Reporter 6 March

Kilkenny People 6 March

Darren's Website - Gathering Kilkenny Page

Darren is very proud to be representing his county as ambassador for the Gathering Kilkenny and we have added a page designated to his role on his official website.

This blog has the latest news, but for a photo slide of all the photos from the launch night and to keep up to date with new events and information involving Darren throughout the year, please click the link below and save it to your favorites.

 
Tradfest Kilkenny 16th and 17th March

Press for The High Kings performance at the Watergate Theatre on the 17th March as part of the St Patrick's Day celebrations.


Kilkenny Reporter 13 March

Kilkenny People 6 March

"Kilkenny! Thanks so much for the great welcome home!
Great night. Brilliant fun.
Safe to say Tradfest was a success! Congrats to all involved."



That's all the Gathering Kilkenny news for now, but don't forget to drop by Darren's official site for updates as they happen!


Thanks for your continued support

Darren and the DH Team

February News Round UP

Message From Darren

Hey Everyone.

I'm just back home in freezing cold Ireland after a week in the Caribbean with the guys aboard the amazing Westerdam cruise ship. We shared the bill with an array of great Irish artists and some of us even interacted and hung out with them. Great times!

It was amazing to have Michelle there with me and we really enjoyed the trip as it was our first without the kiddies! Strange feeling but we got through it.

Loads to catch up on and lots of solo gigs and Gathering events coming up for me. 

Unfortunately still no info on new HK album release or forthcoming events but I will as always be busy with my own thing and keep an eye out for a re-release of a remixed "Perfect Love" which will hit iTunes in the next month.

Thanks as always for your support and I will keep you posted on upcoming HK events as I get them.

Take care of yourselves.

Things have been fairly quiet on the news front since the start of the year. Darren and the lads took a bit of a break to recharge the batteries after a hectic 2012 and the busy Christmas and New Year schedule.

As we don't have news to bring you of planned 2013 tours and the new album release at the moment, we will bring you up to date with recent news and activities over the last few weeks.

The break didn't get off to a very good start for Darren!

"Well, I think Man flu likes me as it spared me a visit during a 2 month winter tour. However....it's now floored me and residing within.
I'm hopeful my Oil of Oregano ray will take care if it"

"Woke up with the right side of my face swollen and looking like a baboons arse! Doc diagnosed it as Slap Cheek disease brought on by acute sinitus! I couldn't make this up
Missing Gary Barlow at the Olympia tonight because of this"

"Hey everyone, just wanted to say thanks to everyone for all the well wishes I've been receiving since I was admitted to hospital last Tuesday. It means a lot. Some of you asked what happened so the very short version is.....I somehow got hit with an extremely rare and potentially dangerous viral infection which blew my face up beyond recognition and flattened me energy wise. Thankfully the doctors/ nurses at the Adelaide and Meath Hospital admitted me immediately and I was in isolation for 3 days. I am slowly recovering, and left mostly with just cuts and bruises but will remain here til Tuesday to avoid any complications. I hope to be back in action ASAP."

"Home sweet home"

Thankfully Darren is now back to full health and has already been back to work on solo gigs and a recent Irish Caribbean cruise with the High Kings. The cancelled show in Wexford has been rearranged for 27 April please see the TOUR DATES for ticket links.

Late Night at Lillies!

"Getting ready to brave the wild weather and go play my first solo show this year. Live at Lillies later."

"Amazing night at Lillies! Mighty vibe all through the gig and I was joined on a few songs by the fantastic Matt Cardle. Really nice guy. Good to be back!"

TV3 ENTERTAINMENT ARTICLE

KCLR Radio Interview

"Breaking news that The Boss is set to play Nowlan Park Kilkenny on July 26th!!
If it's true, and God likes me enough.....then I might not have a show that day and be able to see one my favourite artists, in my favourite place!"

Darren was interviewed by Sue Nunn at KCLR 96FM about the Bruce Springsteen gigs and his recent illness. CLICK HERE to listen to the interview.

New Track Added to SoundCloud

We have added another 'unreleased' studio track to Darren's SoundCloud.
The song 'Don't Come Running To Me' was written with Bryan Steele.

The Caribbean Irish Charter Cruise

"Chilling with the wife after a nice meal and we literally can't wait to kick off the Caribbean Cruise on Saturday and meet up with so many friends and fellow performers. The High Kings on The High Seas!
Sun, blue skies and adventure, and we may even see Jimmy Buffet in Margueritaville !
Bring it on!!"

"Gee thanks severe weather on the East coast. Looks like tomorrow will be spent re-routing our path to Florida. Grrrrrrrr......."

"About to board for Frankfurt then on to Texas for tonight.
Great buzz among the various artists and bands here already so should be a fun trip!"

"Texas! Yeah!'"

"Hello Ft Lauderdale!"


Unfortunately due to Photobucket migrating to a new Beta site, we can't bring you photos in the normal slide format as it's currently unavailable. Instead we have put them in a YouTube video for you. We don't currently have any performance photos or video, but will bring these to you at a later date if they become available.

"Just got back to Ft Lauderdale after a fantastic week in the sun thanks to Gertrude Byrne and the staff of the Westerdam cruise ship. What a time we had. Sunshine, blue skies, beautiful beaches and a few really good shows. Great to see all the other artists that I know and also to meet so many new folks. Good times!!"

"Seeing the kiddies faces when we collected them from school was priceless. Delighted to be back home with them all."

Winding the Clock Back....

Donnie Phair shared his professional photos with us from the High Kings shows at the Ardhowen Theatre in Enniskillen earlier in December. These are a sample of photos, you can view over 100 more on DONNIE'S WEBSITE where they are available to buy in high quality in a number of print sizes and on merchandise.

"Letterkenny! Fantastic crowd, amazing night, loud as Feck. Loved it. Nights like this make it worthwhile!!
Big thanks to Micky Magill for a great time!"

"Onwards to Omagh for tonight's show which is a sell out.
Happy days. : )"

"Castleblaney. Holy Moly. Unreal crowd. Loved it! Mayhem."

"The High Kings are live at The Imperial Hotel Cavan tonight at 10pm. Word is its a complete sell out, so great start to 2013."

"What a great start to the year in Cavan! Great night, great crowd.
Finally a few days off!"

"Tonight is the final concert of The High Kings Christmas tour.
We are onstage at The Millenium Forum, Derry at 8pm."

"Long ass drive home from Derry but well worth it. What a crowd. A totally packed Millenium Forum that brought the house down. Choked up at the reaction to 'The Town I Loved So Well'. A poignant song born in Derry.
Finally, a few weeks off! Ahhhh....."

Finally from Darren.....

"Came across this goofy pic of Billy Joel guitarist Tommy Byrnes and myself from the 'Movin' Out' opening night party in Boston."

The very day they arrived back in Ireland from the Caribbean cruise
it was a dream realised at last for Darren!!!!

"Finally getting to see TRAIN in concert! Only waited 13 years!"

"Train did not let us down. Amazing show and Pat, despite apologising about vocal fatigue gave one hell of a performance.
Loved every minute of it
Very clever cover's thrown in also which made for great 'FUN'"

That's all the news round up from the last couple of months, we'll be back with more news from Darren and the High Kings, just as soon as we have it.

To keep up to date with the news as it happens, drop by and like Darren's Official Facebook page where Darren and the team regularly post status updates and links.



Thank you all for your continued support.

Darren & the DH Team

Christmas Catch Up!

Christmas Songs

We have added two original Christmas songs, written by Darren and Bryan Steele, to SoundCloud. We hope you enjoy them.

Radio Interviews



Listen to Darren chat to Marty Miller on Dublin's biggest rock station Radio Nova about the ongoing rumours surrounding him and rock supergroup Velvet Revolver.

Darren chatting to Marty Miller - Radio Nova



Listen to Darren chatting to Paul Sheridan and Donal Sheerin at TCR FM in Tramore ahead of the High Kings show in Waterford.
The 15 minute interview follows Darren's song 'What Could Have Been'.

Darren chatting to Paul Sheridan and Donal Sheerin - TCR FM



Listen to Darren chatting with his friend, singer/songwriter, and DJ, Marc Roberts on Galway Bay FM

Darren chatting to Marc Roberts - Galway Bay FM

A photo of Darren and Marc together from March 1997, when Marc pipped him to the post in Song for Ireland.

More Photos from Darren's Early Career

Skyfall Premiere

“Delighted to announce that yours truly will be the official after show party entertainment for The Skyfall premiere.“

“This was left on my piano for me. Sweet.”

“We might be a month late, but just saw Skyfall. Wow!
Well worth the wait. Incredible!!”


 Catching Up with a Friend!

“Spent a great afternoon with my Riverdance boss John McColgan. Good times.”

Solo Gigs - Lillies Library

“Lillies is nuts tonight. Miss Universe contingent in. : ) Hopping. Good times.”

“Heading to Lillies Library. Live at 12.30am”

“I am rocking out tonight with a loony bunch of mo-fo's that are the cast and crew of the upcoming mammoth tv series The Vikings. Best fun I've had in ages in Lillies”

“On route to Lillies library to play a private Xmas party at 10pm
Fffffffffrrrrrrreeeeeezzzzzzziiiin!!”

“Crazy people in Lillies! What a night. Brilliant fun. Best singalong crowd in ages.”


Party Time!

“Looking forward to meeting the wife and heading to the launch of the new Level 5 with Mary Byrne ISPCC Christmas single tonight. Should be fun!”

www.showbiz.ie

'What About Me' - Richie Hayes Album Launch

" ‘What About Me’ The new album from the star of "The Voice of Ireland" Richie Hayes......is released and available in shops today and will be on iTunes early next week.
I am delighted to say that Richie has recorded 2 songs that I co wrote for the album.

"Walk You Home" written with Don Mescall
"God Be With Those Day's" written with Brian Dunphy

Check it out!”

BUY ALBUM

“Sound checked and ready to go with Richie Hayes album launch tonight at The Theatre Royal Waterford. Brian and I will join him for a few songs during the show and my good friend Paul Farrell will no doubt have them rolling with laughter during his comedy slot! Should be a good night.”
 

Myself, Brian and Paul Farrell

“Had great time last night back on home territory at Richie's album launch. The guy is so talented!! An absolute all rounder with a huge voice.
Loved catching up with everyone and really enjoyed the fun while singing with Richie and Brian!
Paul as expected floored them! We had a great catch up.
If you haven't done so already. Pick up Richies new album "What about Me"
Great stuff.”


Official Website

Darren's official website darrenholden.net was launched on Christmas Eve 2010. We will be two years old this year and have had over 110,000 hits. Thank you all for the support, we hope you enjoy visiting the site which covers latest news and archives from all aspects of Darren's career both solo and with the High Kings.

The Official Photo!!

“I bet it was the luck we brought him on Paddy's Day : )”

New High Kings Album in Spring 2013!

“About to head to Galway for what may be the final recording session for the new album, due to be released in February. I am wearing Black and Amber. Good or bad idea? : )”

“Spent the evening listening to the first mixes of the brand new High Kings album. : )”


Friendship Ball - Grosvenor Hotel London

A couple of photos from the ball in London in aid of Crumlin Children's Hospital and Great Ormond St Hospital

Together for Christmas

Anita Daly of Daly Communications, the premier Irish and Celtic entertainment promotion company in the US, has put together a magnificent, eclectic selection of yuletide cheer featuring original Christmas songs and standards titled: “Together For Christmas: A Contemporary Celtic Christmas Collection”.

The tracklist includes 'DRIVING HOME FOR CHRISTMAS by THE HIGH KINGS

Anita Daly says, “This album is a labor of love that I have wanted to do for a long time, it not only represents the best in contemporary Irish/Celtic music, musicians and song writing but some of the amazing artists that have been on my roster and I am so proud to have worked with these past 17 years.”

www.togetherforchristmas.com

BUY ON ITUNES


The Irish Winter Tour

“Tonight at 8pm The High Kings return to The Cork Opera House. Really looking forward to seeing you all there”

“Cork! Thank you for an amazing night and welcome! We loved it. See you soon.”

“The High Kings are almost sold out tonight for our show at The County Arms in Birr. Grab the last few tickets while you can. Local legend Mark Boylan will be opening for us!!”

“Thank you Birr! Great night.
On the road home!”

“On route to The Strand Theatre in Carrick on Suir for an 8pm show. if we don;t freeze first that is!! Yikes...brrrrrrr”

“Heading to The University Concert Hall this evening for an 8.30pm High Kings show! Always a great crowd for us. Who's coming???”

“Limerick!!
Unreal night. Fantastic crowd! Thanks so much for a brilliant time. See you all in 2013.”

“Heading homeward later this afternoon to play The Theatre Royal in Waterford. We are onstage at 8pm.”
 

“Waterford!! What can I say !
The best show ever at the Theatre Royal. Full house and boy was it loud! Great to see all the Mooncoin gang afterwards. Thanks to everyone for coming out to see us.”

A nice review of the Waterford show from Socialbridge
 
http://socialbridge.wordpress.com/2012/12/07/the-high-kings-gatherings-from-ireland-2/


“On route to The Tullamore Court Hotel. We are live at 8.30pm.”

“Tullamore thanks for a fantastic night! Loved it. Brilliant vibe.”

“Now that was fun!! Dunphy and I gave it loads today in Ashbourne. Great crowd and loadsa laughs.
On to Mullingar soon for a 10pm HK show!”

“Mullingar! Mental. Amazing night!!! Loved it.”

“On the Road Again. Tonight The High Kings are live in concert at The Market Square Theatre, Armagh. Onstage around 8pm.”

“Fantastic crowd in Armagh. Huge volume and great craic.
Good times.”

“Grabbing some lunch soon, strolling around Armagh in the drizzle and then on to Strabane for tonight's show at 8pm.
Tomorrow at 12.30pm I will be chatting over to phone to Marc Roberts on Galway Bay FM.”

“Absolutely brilliant night in Strabane. Best audience probably all year. Great fun.
However I am totally heartbroken at the news coming out of America about yet another senseless shooting spree. Innocent little children who were most likely excited about Santa and Christmas.
RIP beautiful children and adults who have been lost.”

"We've played the INEC many times. Tonight was one of the best nights here. Huge crowd and an amazing vibe. Just had the best laugh with the fantastic James Cramer who was out special guest tonight. Just one extra word on tonight. I always dedicate "Fields of Glory" to the football or hurling teams of whatever county we are performing in. Tonight I dedicated it to Paudi O' Shea and the entire audience rose and applauded him. Truly touching."


Legofied!

"Unbelievable. We are LEGO!!"

 

Finally from Darren........

A few other bits of news and status updates

“50 years ago today a record was released by a new group from Liverpool. It was called 'Love Me Do' You know the rest.”

“Remembering my old buddy Stephen Gately today on his third anniversary. Gone but never forgotten.”

“Sending heartfelt and deepest sympathy tonight to our dear friends Dearbhla Fay and Fergal on the passing of their beloved dad, and The Chieftains legend, Martin Fay.
Another Irish music legend joining the session in the sky.
RIP Martin.”

“Sending prayers and best wishes to all my East Coast US family. Hoping that Sandy isn't as catastrophic as feared.”

“Thinking of you all in NYC, the Jersey shore and all along the east coast tonight. It's about to get ugly so please stay safe.”

“My dear friend Ken has made it to base camp Mt Everest!!
All in aid of Our Lady's children's hospital.
Here he is at the top with his High Kings tee shirt!
So totally proud of you bud.”
 

"RIP Paudi O' Shea . Kerry and the GAA world have lost a true original and a legend."


That's all the news and updates for 2012! We'll be back in the new year with all the news from Darren and the High Kings, including all the news on the brand new High Kings album due for release the first week in March.


We wish you all a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.

Thank you all for your continued support.

Darren & the DH Team