The
outstanding duo of Dublin natives Andy O’Driscoll and Martin Doyle,
collectively known as Stephen’s Green, have performed at many festivals, fairs
and concerts throughout the US and Europe, bringing their unique talents to a
wide audience of enthusiasts
Early
in his career, balladeer Andy O’Driscoll won many awards in SCOR, a
national talent competition in Ireland, competing in solo singing and
ballad group. The legendary Paddy Reilly described O’Driscoll as the
"best singer to come out of Ireland in many years." In the
sleeve notes of O’Driscoll’s first album, Where the Grasses Grow
the Greenest, Paddy expressed his hope that Andy will "carry
the flag long after he puts his feet up."
Master
musician Martin Doyle exhibited huge potential at an early age, winning
the National Championship and the All Ireland championship for classical
accordion. He went on to represent Ireland in the World Accordion
Championships in Stockholm, Sweden. He is also an exceptionally talented
traditional musician, having composed many original tunes, some of which
are featured on Stephen’s Green’s highly-acclaimed studio recording Harbour
Lights.
The
recently-released live cd, Stephen’s Green: In Concert provides
a perfect opportunity to experience their outstanding vocal and musical
abilities as well as their engaging and humorous interaction with their
audience.
Having
performed at many Irish events over the years, Stephen’s Green have
shared the stage with such greats as The Wolfe Tones, Dublin City
Ramblers, Paddy Reilly, Tommy Makem, Tommy Sweeney, George Casey, Liam
Clancy, Hal Roach, Finbar Furey, Danny Doyle, the Whole Shebang, and
many more. Due to their immense popularity, Andy and Martin have become
a fixture on the Cruise of Irish Stars for the last ten years. During
these years, they have performed with outstanding artists such as Ronan
Tynan, Noel V. Ginnity, Johnny McEvoy, Dermot O’Brien, Tony Kenny,
Cathy and Andreas Durkin, Deirdre Reilly, Pat and Fran Marnane, and The
New Barleycorn, to mention but a few.
Another
highlight in the extensive Stephen’s Green calendar is their annual
tour to Ireland. For the last several years, Martin and Andy have
escorted many of their fans on laid back, fun-filled musical tours back
to the old sod. Over time, these adventures have led to numerous pints
of the black stuff and been the foundation for many great and lasting
friendships.
Exceptional
repertoire, outstanding vocal and musical abilities, combined with an
engaging stage presence, not to mention vast experience in all things
Irish make these two proud Irish men ideal for any festival, concert,
fair, or Irish event. Andy
O’Driscoll & Martin Doyle