Liam Ó Maonlaí of Hothouse Flowers: 'My heroes are old men and women'

Liam Ó Maonlaí enjoyed his moments in the pop world, but in recent years has turned more to sean-nós and Irish tradition in general 
Liam Ó Maonlaí of Hothouse Flowers: 'My heroes are old men and women'

Liam Ó Maonlaí and Hothouse Flowers have upcoming gigs in Cork and Wexford. 

As you might expect from someone who has been making music for nigh on half a century, Liam Ó Maonlaí knows a few things about preserving the voice; which is handy, as when I mention my child has a sore throat,  Liam knows just the thing to sort it.

“Hot water bottle on the belly works for me,” he says, adding, “The throat is connected to the belly. Works for me every time.” 

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