Jenny Greene on Cork, no-phones policies and 2FM: 'I’m really lucky to still be there'

Ahead of a gig in the Marquee, Jenny Greene talks to Marjorie Brennan about her Rave Cave, why she feels lucky to still be at RTÉ and feeling at home in Cork

Jenny Greene who plays Live at the Marquee on June 14: “I didn’t do my Leaving Cert, I didn’t go to college. And I always felt like I don’t have something to fall back on. But I adore music. So that’s my drive really.” Picture: Eddie O'Hare

Jenny Greene looks right at home in the penthouse of the Imperial Hotel in Cork, her rock-chick vibe fitting in among the sophisticated surroundings. 

Her personality is very much down-to-Earth, however. As she settles into a sofa, she admits to being a little apprehensive ahead of our interview.