Over a period of several years I had the great pleasure of recording and playing live with one of Ireland’s greatest songwriters, the late Christie Hennessy. We also became great friends and I decided that during the Irish Lockdown I would do a tribute to him in my own inimitable way.
So to do this I had to go and learn a new skill…Video editing. Complex but great fun and as he had a great sense of humour I think he might enjoy the ramblings of El Blen.
Hope you enjoy this rather unusual version of one of his great songs.
p.s. I also played the Double Bass on the original recording on his album “The Rehearsal”.
I am a session bassist and contemporary composer based in Ireland, most of my studio work these days is done from my own place via Dropbox etc. I am also a member of Derek Ryan's touring band.
I play Double bass and Bass guitar and most recently a derivative of the Chapman Stick, the NS Stick and several other instruments when I must :-)
I have two solo instrumental albums on release called "End of a longer day" and "A small shadow" and my sister Susan and I are currently writing and recording a series of Audiodramas/Books called the The Todalie Stories, a series for kids of all ages including adults that refuse to grow up. comprising Text, Audio & Illustrations (by Vitya Malirsh), inspired by special people, the unseen little folk, and other fantastic creatures that inhabit the woods, streams and lakes on this island .
The stories explore the concept of triumph over adversity and illustrate the importance of inclusiveness, the powerful impact of community spirit, bringing together disparate groups to achieve a common goal in a respectful inclusive space.
The first story (abridged) is available as a Podcast called The Todalie Stories on all good podcast providers and on www.todalie.com.
I am also currently involved in several exciting writing projects so watch this space!
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I spent some time with Christie and his daughter Hermione during filming of a series for the BBC. Both lovely people and Christie was such a humble gentleman and a huge talent. I love the video tribute!! Some recognisable faces and some not 😂 Well done!
I spent some time with Christie and his daughter Hermione during filming of a series for the BBC. Both lovely people and Christie was such a humble gentleman and a huge talent. I love the video tribute!! Some recognisable faces and some not 😂 Well done!
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