John Spillane returns to Athlone

Cork songwriter John Spillane will return to the Passionfruit Theatre on November 10 with a new album, A Rock To Cling To, under his belt. This is a collection of newly-composed Irish melodies, songs of love and family Spillane is a musician, songwriter, performer, recording artist, storyteller, poet, dreamer - a canvass filled with colour and brilliance. His music transports the listener; his live performance captivates the audience. Two-time Meteor award winner, John is one of the most accomplished songwriters in Ireland today. Among those who have covered his songs are Christy Moore, Karan Casey, Pauline Scanlon, Cathy Ryan, Sharon Shannon, Sean Keane, George Murphy, to name a few. The title song of the new album, 'A Rock To Cling To' is the big flagship number of the album. "I wrote it shortly after my mother's death two year ago," John explained. John Spillane plays at Passionfruit Theatre on Thursday, November 10, at 8.30pm. Tickets are €15. Bookings phone 086 333 8457