Author: John Keogh
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Smokey and the man called Horse
Cops, alligators, dodgy Dodges, and the terror of a trip to the swamp. It’s all fun and games when you get behind the wheel in the South. WE HAVE A SAYING HERE in Tipperary: If you can drive in Thurles, you can drive anywhere. Which is mostly true. Certainly it is true in the sense…
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Dark Deals at the Crossroads
One of the biggest names in rock ‘n’ roll once came to a rural ballroom in Tipperary, for reasons that remain a mystery. THE LIBERTY MUSIC FESTIVAL is upon us again. And it has come to my attention that this year’s lineup will include a Meat Loaf tribute act. He calls himself Peat Loaf, which…
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Made in Japan: The Tragic Story of the Rock Band and the Flies
Rock stars, diplomats, and insects that know karate. And why you should never turn down an invitation. IN A FORMER LIFE, during my days with Rich & Famous Records, I once sent an invitation to the Japanese ambassador, asking if she would kindly attend the launch of the new single by the rock band Susie.…
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