Ah Christy, as I listened to a few tunes today, I got to thinking. I don’t know any other performer who can so accurately point a finger, sometimes two, at our society with a few short lines of song. Thanks be to you and all your wonderful songwriters for such succinct commentaries on our society such as:
All the sanctimonious pricks out there;
Or
I laugh a lot less and I’ll cry till It die;
Or
The local Christian said to me
You’ll lower the price of property….;
And dozens more….;
And an all-time favourite
I said a quiet prayer I wouldn’t bump into anybody from Kildare…😂😂
A wee question Christy. Have you another couple of Hail Marys handy? If so, could you throw them up there to the great snow God? I want a miracle….he has to get out of my corner of Germany. We are covered in a big blanket of snow, but I need the Düsseldorf Airport area clear tomorrow so Aer Lingus can do the job, and get me home for Vicar St on Friday night.
All together now, (with Dave Allen)
In the name of the father and the son and into the hole he goes (copyright Danny H)
Christy's reply
“May the thaw creep over the mantle
and turn it back into the clay”………….(Easter Snow)
I hope it all works well for you
Danny Harris
January 17, 2024 at 8:56 pm
Location: Mildura - kissing the wife goodbye as she’s off to Perth for a holiday
“& into the hole he goes…” (COPYRIGHT: Dave Allen)
Amen
Hello Christy.Just a cupla focal thanking uou for the wonderful request you did for the three Maddens last night. It just shows what a wonderful person you are.Mick bordedd his plane today a very happy man indeed. The other two of us delighted. It was a wonderful night’s music at what I think is your spiritual home.Let the music keep our spirits high.Go raibh mile maith agst Christy
Hope your Gigs are going fine and you are managing to give some atmosphere to “Changes” from “The Box Set”, on your live shows.
It started with attempted Stings, vicious gossip that killed Christy my cat, TV Ads, Radio plays, and Magazine and Newspaper features. I only have emails and you belting out the good vibes on my CD player. My only crime is Truth-Telling and Orwellian Thoughtcrime. They want to control everything we do in this Prosumer Society.
Keep plugging on and spreading the good words!
Hugs,
Francis.
Hi Christy,
Thanks for your lovely reply……….To answer the question, there is talk of re-naming the GAA grounds. The marquee was purely “tongue in cheek” from me…….but then again everything is getting so commercialized, one never knows !!!!
Best Regards,
Patsy
Christy's reply
Stop Press:
Paddy Power to Sponsor The Angelus on RTE
further details to follow in due course
Hello Christy and All,
Thankyou for all the lovely comments, we’re having a great time here in Dublin. The veggie stew at the Brazen Head is just as good as last year. Steve likes to cook. He spent the whole lunchtime, when his head wasn’t in the Guinness, trying to work out exactly what’s in it
Hi Christy,
Another brilliant night at HQ, got the impression you were getting hard to leave us !!!.
Lovely touch by you , in your acknowledgment of Johnny….. He’s the face of what is an excellent backstage crew who pull it all together , it must be so reassuring to have these guys at your back?
Lovely to meet the Boys from the Lee, suppose they will be soon shouting for the Blood and Bandage from “Super Valu” park!! What next…. Maybe “Christy Moore live from the Aldi Marquee “😀😀.
All the best on Thursday.
Ride on.
Patsy
Christy's reply
“Super Valu” Park…”Aldi Marquee” ??
I’m hoping these are figments of your imagination ??
Pray tell us there is no truth in what you write..
Thanks for your ongoing support and feedback…it was great to spot so many familiar faces in the 4711er section last night…mostly I’m dazzled by lights or my eyes firmly shut…but I glimpsed many of ye last night and took comfort at the sight of so many friends
Hail Mary’s CM..
We said the family rosary as kids & Dad would forget which Mysteries it was so Mum ( a zealous convert) had to remind him
Might help me yet …
Nope
Christy's reply
Glory be,to the Father, the Son, and The Holy Ghost ( Copyright.. The Vatican)
Four of us young fellas coming down from Belfast for tonight’s gig. My 4th time seeing you in the past 2 years. I saw you in Vicar street for the Focus Ireland gig last year. What a night. Really looking forward to getting back to such a great venue.
Would love if you could do an old planxty number for the lads coming down the M1. Would love to hear the Good Ship Kangaroo especially if you still sing it.
Christy's reply
Did not read your post ’til the morning after the gig…hope ye had a good trip to The Black Lagoon and back up to The Black Mountain
“Tortoises from Tenerife and toys from Timbuctoo
a China Rat, a Bengal Cat and a Bombay Cockatoo”
Thanh’s CM:- I’d have to jump ship to catch a gig & I’m not sure your govt would welcome another @illegal” – stupid term
Who know what might happen …$100 million lottery draw Thursday. 🤞
I do like your music
Christy's reply
I’ll offer up 3 Hail Mary’s towards your lotto ticket
Hi Christy,
Fair play to you and the team.
Another gig in The Hanger for the fall.
Well that’s Sat 14th Sept sorted.
Tabhair Aire
Bourkey
P.S Welcome to Rebacah and Steve – Enjoy the cabaret
Try and get to The Epic museum during your trip.
They have an exhibition about Shane going on
Christy's reply
I still recall the first time I gigged in Galway back in1972….Planxty supported Donovan in The Hanger….Donal, Andy, Liam and Myself were finding our way..the reaction to the Band in Galway that night gave us a huge lift….
To be returning once again to The Hanger (aka Leisureland) is such a privilidge….Galway is a very different City 52 years on but it retains its Western Atlantic Spanish Connemara Corribean Magic…my vivid memories are from a different time..back with Mickey Finn, Corkey, Mick Lally, The Smalls, Bridie Hogan’s, The Cellar, The Harbour, The Castle, Teac Furbo, Cotter’s of inverin, Mate Lydon, Kenny’s Bookshop, The Rabbittes, we ferried it out to the Aran Islands, we clattered into The Poitín Still,…..getting out of Galway was always a tricky business……once or twice, gigs were missed entirely
So good to hear news of the wonderful Vicar Street gigs, wish I could come to every one!
Rebecca, if it is me you are thinking of, I’ve stayed in Francis Street a few times, but in the StayCity Aparthotel, which is just a little up the road from you, nearer the Thomas Street end. Francis Street is great for getting to Vicar Street in only a few minutes walk, you almost don’t need your coat! Enjoy your trip!
I love exploring The Liberties. The day after the 7th January gig I wandered along Gray Street and eventually down to and along the Grand Canal. (And, a bit further afield, the day before the gig I took the Dart to Killiney for my annual walk along the beach and the views of the bay and the Wicklow Mountains.)
All the best for the last two gigs of the current run.
Hello Christy,
Here we are, all safe in the warm embrace of Dublin. Looking forward with warm hearts to your gig tomorrow. It’s been in my mind for months. I’m wondering if we might be staying in the same place that Anne stayed in a couple of months ago. It’s a beautiful flat next door to Molly’s liquor store. The Liberty Belle is across the road and the WiFi menu includes O’Reilly’s auction house. Musgrave!!!
Some entertaining & eduficatin’ stuff on here lately Christy – it’s a marvel & a pleasure to take it in
You yourself seem to have lifted the end of year pall which seemed to hang about for a bit – glad to see you’re up & about & energised & motivated & bouncing like a rubber ball…
I won’t be in the audience come May/June when I hit the island but will keep on soaking up the music & feelings & let it all wash over me to my contentment …sending good wishes & generous thoughts to you & your cowboy gang
Continue on in love & kindness
Regards
Danny Harris (fat boy on a diet)
There are many reasons why truth-tellers can be persecuted. Sometimes, people in power may feel threatened by the truth and may try to suppress it. Other times, people may not want to hear the truth because it conflicts with their beliefs or interests. In some cases, truth-tellers may be persecuted because they are seen as a threat to the status quo or to the established order of things.
According to a Psychology Today article, people who commit to total honesty in every situation are a rarity. Many of us lie to some degree, typically to avoid provoking conflict in relationships. “People don’t want to hear the unvarnished truth—we’re putting on weight, the new dress we bought looks terrible,” says Robert Feldman, a University of Massachusetts psychologist who studies deception. “So we learn that it’s appropriate to withhold the truth sometimes.” Truth tellers, however, are committed to honesty regardless of the social repercussions 1.
Jaysus Christy,
The fad cernin nua has the makings of a classic
1.Lyra McKee
2.Snowflakes
3.Black and Amber
4. Lemon’s 7
5. The Big Marque
And that’s only side one…
Can’t feckin wait
Bourkey
Christy's reply
currently there are 15 runners and riders in the parade ring…not sure yet as to how many will make the “off”
but you’re chosen five are definitely in the shake up
Ah Christy, as I listened to a few tunes today, I got to thinking. I don’t know any other performer who can so accurately point a finger, sometimes two, at our society with a few short lines of song. Thanks be to you and all your wonderful songwriters for such succinct commentaries on our society such as:
All the sanctimonious pricks out there;
Or
I laugh a lot less and I’ll cry till It die;
Or
The local Christian said to me
You’ll lower the price of property….;
And dozens more….;
And an all-time favourite
I said a quiet prayer I wouldn’t bump into anybody from Kildare…😂😂
A wee question Christy. Have you another couple of Hail Marys handy? If so, could you throw them up there to the great snow God? I want a miracle….he has to get out of my corner of Germany. We are covered in a big blanket of snow, but I need the Düsseldorf Airport area clear tomorrow so Aer Lingus can do the job, and get me home for Vicar St on Friday night.
All together now, (with Dave Allen)
In the name of the father and the son and into the hole he goes (copyright Danny H)
“May the thaw creep over the mantle
and turn it back into the clay”………….(Easter Snow)
I hope it all works well for you
“& into the hole he goes…” (COPYRIGHT: Dave Allen)
Amen
Hello Christy.Just a cupla focal thanking uou for the wonderful request you did for the three Maddens last night. It just shows what a wonderful person you are.Mick bordedd his plane today a very happy man indeed. The other two of us delighted. It was a wonderful night’s music at what I think is your spiritual home.Let the music keep our spirits high.Go raibh mile maith agst Christy
Thank you for an amazing show on Tuesday at Vicar Street! You just get better and better. Abrazos,
Hi Christopher,
Hope your Gigs are going fine and you are managing to give some atmosphere to “Changes” from “The Box Set”, on your live shows.
It started with attempted Stings, vicious gossip that killed Christy my cat, TV Ads, Radio plays, and Magazine and Newspaper features. I only have emails and you belting out the good vibes on my CD player. My only crime is Truth-Telling and Orwellian Thoughtcrime. They want to control everything we do in this Prosumer Society.
Keep plugging on and spreading the good words!
Hugs,
Francis.
Hi Christy,
Thanks for your lovely reply……….To answer the question, there is talk of re-naming the GAA grounds. The marquee was purely “tongue in cheek” from me…….but then again everything is getting so commercialized, one never knows !!!!
Best Regards,
Patsy
Stop Press:
Paddy Power to Sponsor The Angelus on RTE
further details to follow in due course
Hello Christy and All,
Thankyou for all the lovely comments, we’re having a great time here in Dublin. The veggie stew at the Brazen Head is just as good as last year. Steve likes to cook. He spent the whole lunchtime, when his head wasn’t in the Guinness, trying to work out exactly what’s in it
Here’s a video I snaffled at the gig last night. I’ve wanted to hear this one live for years…
https://www.facebook.com/share/8T3cFenV2514to18/
Rebecca
lovely that Colm Gallagher’s brother and sister -in -law were in attendance…Colm wrote and sang many beautiful songs..
Hi Christy,
Another brilliant night at HQ, got the impression you were getting hard to leave us !!!.
Lovely touch by you , in your acknowledgment of Johnny….. He’s the face of what is an excellent backstage crew who pull it all together , it must be so reassuring to have these guys at your back?
Lovely to meet the Boys from the Lee, suppose they will be soon shouting for the Blood and Bandage from “Super Valu” park!! What next…. Maybe “Christy Moore live from the Aldi Marquee “😀😀.
All the best on Thursday.
Ride on.
Patsy
“Super Valu” Park…”Aldi Marquee” ??
I’m hoping these are figments of your imagination ??
Pray tell us there is no truth in what you write..
Thanks for your ongoing support and feedback…it was great to spot so many familiar faces in the 4711er section last night…mostly I’m dazzled by lights or my eyes firmly shut…but I glimpsed many of ye last night and took comfort at the sight of so many friends
Hello Christy,
Thankyou for the wonderful gig tonight. Reel in the flickering light! My favouritest of favourites.
Rebecca
and Thank You too for the gift of beautiful Ink
I hope Steve has figured out the ingredients of thon Brazen Head Stew
Hail Mary’s CM..
We said the family rosary as kids & Dad would forget which Mysteries it was so Mum ( a zealous convert) had to remind him
Might help me yet …
Nope
Glory be,to the Father, the Son, and The Holy Ghost ( Copyright.. The Vatican)
Hi Christy,
Four of us young fellas coming down from Belfast for tonight’s gig. My 4th time seeing you in the past 2 years. I saw you in Vicar street for the Focus Ireland gig last year. What a night. Really looking forward to getting back to such a great venue.
Would love if you could do an old planxty number for the lads coming down the M1. Would love to hear the Good Ship Kangaroo especially if you still sing it.
Did not read your post ’til the morning after the gig…hope ye had a good trip to The Black Lagoon and back up to The Black Mountain
“Tortoises from Tenerife and toys from Timbuctoo
a China Rat, a Bengal Cat and a Bombay Cockatoo”
Thanh’s CM:- I’d have to jump ship to catch a gig & I’m not sure your govt would welcome another @illegal” – stupid term
Who know what might happen …$100 million lottery draw Thursday. 🤞
I do like your music
I’ll offer up 3 Hail Mary’s towards your lotto ticket
Hi Christy,
Fair play to you and the team.
Another gig in The Hanger for the fall.
Well that’s Sat 14th Sept sorted.
Tabhair Aire
Bourkey
P.S Welcome to Rebacah and Steve – Enjoy the cabaret
Try and get to The Epic museum during your trip.
They have an exhibition about Shane going on
I still recall the first time I gigged in Galway back in1972….Planxty supported Donovan in The Hanger….Donal, Andy, Liam and Myself were finding our way..the reaction to the Band in Galway that night gave us a huge lift….
To be returning once again to The Hanger (aka Leisureland) is such a privilidge….Galway is a very different City 52 years on but it retains its Western Atlantic Spanish Connemara Corribean Magic…my vivid memories are from a different time..back with Mickey Finn, Corkey, Mick Lally, The Smalls, Bridie Hogan’s, The Cellar, The Harbour, The Castle, Teac Furbo, Cotter’s of inverin, Mate Lydon, Kenny’s Bookshop, The Rabbittes, we ferried it out to the Aran Islands, we clattered into The Poitín Still,…..getting out of Galway was always a tricky business……once or twice, gigs were missed entirely
Ah. Rebeccah, yez have landed. Good! Hope ye have a great trip.
Hello Christy and Rebecca,
So good to hear news of the wonderful Vicar Street gigs, wish I could come to every one!
Rebecca, if it is me you are thinking of, I’ve stayed in Francis Street a few times, but in the StayCity Aparthotel, which is just a little up the road from you, nearer the Thomas Street end. Francis Street is great for getting to Vicar Street in only a few minutes walk, you almost don’t need your coat! Enjoy your trip!
I love exploring The Liberties. The day after the 7th January gig I wandered along Gray Street and eventually down to and along the Grand Canal. (And, a bit further afield, the day before the gig I took the Dart to Killiney for my annual walk along the beach and the views of the bay and the Wicklow Mountains.)
All the best for the last two gigs of the current run.
Anne
Hello Christy,
Here we are, all safe in the warm embrace of Dublin. Looking forward with warm hearts to your gig tomorrow. It’s been in my mind for months. I’m wondering if we might be staying in the same place that Anne stayed in a couple of months ago. It’s a beautiful flat next door to Molly’s liquor store. The Liberty Belle is across the road and the WiFi menu includes O’Reilly’s auction house. Musgrave!!!
Rebecca
Some entertaining & eduficatin’ stuff on here lately Christy – it’s a marvel & a pleasure to take it in
You yourself seem to have lifted the end of year pall which seemed to hang about for a bit – glad to see you’re up & about & energised & motivated & bouncing like a rubber ball…
I won’t be in the audience come May/June when I hit the island but will keep on soaking up the music & feelings & let it all wash over me to my contentment …sending good wishes & generous thoughts to you & your cowboy gang
Continue on in love & kindness
Regards
Danny Harris (fat boy on a diet)
sorry that you cannot join us on your visit
There are many reasons why truth-tellers can be persecuted. Sometimes, people in power may feel threatened by the truth and may try to suppress it. Other times, people may not want to hear the truth because it conflicts with their beliefs or interests. In some cases, truth-tellers may be persecuted because they are seen as a threat to the status quo or to the established order of things.
According to a Psychology Today article, people who commit to total honesty in every situation are a rarity. Many of us lie to some degree, typically to avoid provoking conflict in relationships. “People don’t want to hear the unvarnished truth—we’re putting on weight, the new dress we bought looks terrible,” says Robert Feldman, a University of Massachusetts psychologist who studies deception. “So we learn that it’s appropriate to withhold the truth sometimes.” Truth tellers, however, are committed to honesty regardless of the social repercussions 1.
I hope this helps!
Learn more
1
psychologytoday.com
2
theconversation.com
3
theguardian.com
you remind me of “Burning Times” and Charlie Murphy’s ( albeit augmented) lines:
“in that Holocaust, that Century of evil
how many were tortured, persecuted, burned alive”?
your post also reminds me of Nicolas Winton
Jaysus Christy,
The fad cernin nua has the makings of a classic
1.Lyra McKee
2.Snowflakes
3.Black and Amber
4. Lemon’s 7
5. The Big Marque
And that’s only side one…
Can’t feckin wait
Bourkey
currently there are 15 runners and riders in the parade ring…not sure yet as to how many will make the “off”
but you’re chosen five are definitely in the shake up
Sure, it’s got the depth to take it. Something very special about acapella, with beats or not.