The Unwanted
Cathy Jordan, Seamie O’Dowd and Rick Epping formed The Unwanted in 2006, to develop their interests in both Irish and American folk genres. They have gone on to perform in concerts and festivals throughout Ireland and Europe and record their first CD, Music from the Atlantic Fringe.
Roscommon born Cathy Jordan, Dervish lead singer, moves effortlessly between Sean- no?s, Appalachian and contemporary folksong, lending rich accompaniment on bodhra?n, bouzouki and bones. Her engaging stage presence turns a simple concert into an evening among good friends.
Sligo native Seamie O’Dowd (guitar, fiddle, dobro) grew up steeped in the tradition of Sligo fiddling, expanding to include New World traditions. Today he is as accomplished playing Blues on slide guitar as he is playing jigs and reels.
Rick Epping (harmonica, concertina, banjo, mandolin, jaw harp), a native of California, brings a wealth of experience and authentic style, having played with musical greats like Bluegrass founder Bill Monroe, Texas bluesman Mance Lipscomb and accordionist Joe Cooley,
The Unwanted have created a seamless fusion of the music of both the Old World and the New, showing that the process of transformation arising from the musical ebb and flow along the Atlantic Fringe continues today.
The Unwanted & Matt Molloy, John Carty & Arty McGlynn
Hawk’s Well Theatre
Sunday 30th Oct
8.00pm Sharp
Doors Open 7pm
Tickets €18
This is a joint production between Sligo Live and the Hawks Well Theatre.
