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  DAMIEN DEMPSEY
WITH PAULINE SCANLON
 
     
 
FRIDAY MAY 7
FESTIVAL MARQUEE 8.00PM


Recent winner of 2 Meteor awards, Damien Dempsey is a 28 year old singer/songwriter whose unique sound draws from a wide range of influences including traditional Irish, Sean Nos, Bob Marley and Elvis.

The huge surge of his fan base can be credited to his powerful, poetic and emotional live performances and Christy Moore, Sinead O’Connor and Shane McGowan are numbered among his many admirers

Pauline Scanlon is one of the most important new female talents to emerge out of Ireland in recent years having impressed deeply as a vocalist in Sharon Shannon’s band ‘The Woodchoppers’. With influences ranging fron Joni Mitchell to Tori Amos, her soulful voice, mesmerising stage presence and beautiful lyrics have already marked her out for greatness,Festival catering provided by Yellow Door Deli.

Tickets £8.00 available from the Festival office on 028 9023 2403 and Belfast Welcome Centre 028 9024 6609