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Tom Dunne: Kevin Rowland of Dexys is one of popular music's great mavericks

Yes, there's no shortage of tales of his eccentricity, but a new album is a reminder of some of the treat music Dexys have released through the decades

Fri, 04 Aug, 2023

Christy Moore Performs At Royal Festival Hall In London

Tom Dunne: Why John O'Dreams by Christy Moore ranks among the great cover versions

Of course Sinead O'Connor's Nothing Compares also belongs on that list, as does Willie Nelson's version of Always On My Mind

Thu, 27 Jul, 2023

Tom Dunne: Wham documentary shows how Andrew really was a good friend

Tom Dunne: Wham documentary shows how Andrew really was a good friend

There's much to recommend in the Wham film on Netflix, not least the little-known tale of how George was supported by his school pal

Thu, 13 Jul, 2023

Van Morrison Performing In NY

Tom Dunne: Let the debate begin - what's Van Morrison's best album?

The musos say Astral Weeks, but it's discussion that can also have mention of Moondance, Veedon Fleece, or my personal favourite, Best of Van, Vol 1

Thu, 06 Jul, 2023

Glastonbury Festival 2022

Tom Dunne: As Billy Nomates can testify, festivals aren't always fun for artists

While the debate around fees swirls in the media, it's worth remembering that it isn't just the world of TV where there are anomalies

Thu, 29 Jun, 2023

Tom Dunne: Kevin Rowland, Paul Charles and a glimpse inside the music industry

Tom Dunne: Kevin Rowland, Paul Charles and a glimpse inside the music industry

The Northern Irish super-agent has released a superb memoir about his time in the music business

Thu, 18 May, 2023

Tom Dunne: Páirc Uí Chaoimh was my favourite Bruce Springsteen gig

Tom Dunne: Páirc Uí Chaoimh was my favourite Bruce Springsteen gig

Nils Lofgren gave me some great insight into the demands of playing with Springsteen, and it's always a joy to see The Boss and his band in full flight

Thu, 04 May, 2023

The Apollo Theater 70th Anniversary Celebration In New York - Arrivals

Tom Dunne: The five Willie Nelson albums you should check out

Willie Nelson turns 90 on Saturday, April 29 - in an age of AI, he's a reminder of the magic and values that a computer could never match

Thu, 27 Apr, 2023

2019 ASCAP Foundation Honors

Tom Dunne: Learning at the feet of the great Ms Natalie Merchant

The former 10,000 Maniacs singer had taken a break from the music business but has returned with a wonderful new album. It even includes a cover of a Lankum song

Fri, 21 Apr, 2023

Tom Dunne: Boygenius have already produced the best record of the year

Tom Dunne: Boygenius have already produced the best record of the year

I've no hesitation in applying the term 'classic' to The Record by Phoebe Bridgers, Lucy Dacus and Julien Baker

Fri, 07 Apr, 2023