The Clancy Brothers & Tommy Makem Late Late Show Tribute 1984

[@mikewalsh6168]

1963 my Irish Dad brought me a Clacy brothers record and told me that was the music I should be listening to rather than the Beatles. My love of Irish music has never wavered since. Wonderful to hear stories of their early days.

[@eileenhavern77]

Beatles are great too but!

[@baskervillebee6097]

And the Dublanders! The world is darker without all of these fine Irish Voices. 🍀🍀🍀🍀

[@thomasheege2052]

I always loved these guys,a big part of my Irish upbringing. I had the honor to name my first grandson Liam after Liam Clancy.God bless the Clancy brothers & Tommy Makem.

[@michaell.maduff2900]

Oh, the Clancy Brothers and Tommy Makem, I grew up with them from 1958 when I was in high school and first saw them at the Gate of Horn, and kept coming back, and kept coming back, and kept coming back, night after night, as long as they were there. The Gate of Horn (long ago burned down) was a small basement club on Chicago Avenue. I don't think it held more than 75 people. No cover charge, just a two-drink minimum. But I was underage so I nursed my two glasses of fruit punch, at $2.00 per, for the entire night. Just perfect for a "lad" of 16. They shared the songs of their own youth and their homeland. They shared themselves. And we all sang along with them. Just a wonderful, intimate, experience. Such sweet, sweet, memories from a lifetime ago.

[@doctordolittle3652]

I'm and Englishman from Nottinghamshire. I have many Irish friends, both here and also in Ireland. There are no better ( raconteurs') than the Irish people.The Clancy's were superb!

[@eileenhavern77]

What does raconteurs mean?

[@gabrielgimenes5702]

@@eileenhavern77 a story teller

[@eileenhavern77]

@@gabrielgimenes5702 thank you

[@robertflint2549]

Tommy Makem's voice was the best thing about this group, his personality as well.

[@stephenmcloughlin7718]

Most of the Clancy Brothers were great singers too.

[@robertflint2549]

@@stephenmcloughlin7718 True indeed, Stephen. But, well, Tommy M was a one off and is missed. I'm actually a mad keen Dubliners fan. I only tend to listen to the Clancys on sufferance. Saw them preform live though once, in Melbourne in the early 80s. Good concert. I was accompanied that evening by my old man, Patrick, who was Irish and who liked jazz much more than folk...

[@stephenmcloughlin7718]

@@robertflint2549 , I'm kinda the opposite, saw The Dubliners live , but much preferred the Clancy Brothers, and preferred each of the brothers above Tommy Mackem.

[@samlexco]

I PRAY GOD IS WITH TOMMY AND THE CLANCY BROTHERS THEY WERE AND ARE TRULY THE BEST,,,,I GREW UP LISTENING TO THEM GOD BLESS IRELAND AND ALL THE IRISH,,,,,FROM A LEBANESE MUSLIM,,,,

[@maureenwalsh4305]

You again !. Lol. The Clancy Brothers Rule!.🍀🍀🍀🍀

[@donaldzahnke4300]

samlexco so did I and I'm an American I saw tommy meckem in berea ohio in 1993 at the Cuyahoga county fairgtoundsvdurningbthevirish culatural festival

[@purebloodirishman9389]

samlexco aThank you for your appreciation x

[@gretchennelson9965]

So did I. I was weaned on them,literally since I was a baby.

[@eileenhavern77]

Much love to Lebanon XOX

[@timothymeehan181]

My grandfather was a Detroit barber(and irish fiddler on weekends) from 1930 til his (early) death in 1967, and loved these guys, had all their albums from the early 60's. And i, on a rainy day after school round about 1975(when i was 12), discovered those albums of his in our attic, brought them into my room, put them on the record player, and my life changed with this discovery. Goosebumps and hair rising on the back of my neck, etc. Thank you, boys! ☘️🎼🎭🙏♥️😎

[@BohFra]

Thank you for this vision from the past! Greetings from Italy 🇮🇹💓

[@carollucey111]

It's so sad, all these legends are dead :-( Gay Byrne included, brilliant entertainers 💖💖💖

[@ChantChorales]

Truly special in hearing all of them share their stories. Thank you so much.

[@michaelgallant2623]

Fantastic...watched over 100 times...Fantastic Post.

[@liamg353]

One of greatest groups of all time, Pioneers of the spread of Irish music throughout the world.

[@jamesbradshaw3389]

I refuse to disagree with you

[@michaelgallant2623]

I watch this clip from the beginning....Fantastic Clip.Thanks CR

[@michaelgallant2623]

I've watched this clip so many times...never gets old...I so wish, I was there...Fantastic Late Late Show.

[@marymcelroy5967]

It's a privilege to listen to the songs the stories and the craic...not forgetting Gaye how we miss all of you.

[@johnhauser833]

I first heard the Clancy Brothers in the mid sixties in New York, and I was hooked. Their songs, their wit and their style brought Irish charm and wonderful music. Real talent endures and leaves a legacy for many to enjoy , even after they have gone. . I'm blessed to still be able to enjoy their gift.

[@mallducklard]

Just discovered this incredible music and can't get enough it. Ordered The Clancy Brothers and a High Kings CD. Wish I discovered them years ago.

[@1LaOriental]

mallducklard Bravo! They are legendary... Immortals. They were an integral part of my musical formation! Enjoy.

[@maureenwalsh4305]

I miss and love you all. So like my dad ☘️🇮🇪❣️

[@pookerville]

I grew up listening to these guys!!

[@gretchennelson7056]

Me too. I think I heard them from the womb.😂

[@conorryan4007]

I was privileged to see them perform in 1963 at The Sydney Stadium, which was demolished in 1970 for the construction of the Eastern Suburbs railway line. The concert was a huge success. They were the foundation for the success of many Irish groups to follow. May their music live forever.

[@johnnyserdon9694]

Year I was born

[@michaelgallant2623]

Long Live Ronnie Drew & The Dubliners...The Clancy Brothers & Tommy Makem...One Of A Kind...Thanks Lads.

[@maxthecutepomeranian2928]

I have never seen this. Thank you for posting it! I miss these guys💔 I saw them in concert I have their autographs I have their albums from way back when Wonderful music 💕

[@karmapeach]

All gone now,but always here in spirit and song,love them all.

[@buckedwards1]

These guys were unbelievably good. Safe travels lads! :)

[@bimmermom]

I just found this video and thoroughly enjoyed it … I’m from England but in Canada for many years and I remember watching them on tv and I’m pretty sure I saw them in concert… I learned so much more about them that I never knew … this was a delightful show and I was thrilled to hear and see Tommy Makem singing the Cobbler - thank you for sharing this video

[@michaelgallant2623]

I cannot count how many times I watched this clip...from the very beginning...never disappoints...Thanks Tommy and The Clancy's...fine job Lads...Never Forget Ya Lads...Never!!!

[@arvidhanssen7184]

The best in Irish music ❤️👍

[@MarkRobertCuthbert]

Thank you for uploading a Great piece of Irish ceol history. Four great Irish men. sláinte!

[@bprid135]

This is wonderful!

[@kenconnor2006]

thank god for digital recording or the clancys may well have gone the way of our ancient bards

[@folksurvival]

Most, if not all, recordings of them (including this one) would have been analogue, not digital.

[@strongproudandfree]

My father still plays these songs on the 12th July every year. I make sure his grand kids sit and listen to them.

[@donaldzahnke4300]

I met Tommy. makem in 1996 in. berea ohio. at the. Irish. cultural. festivAL

[@HEADSUPBERKELEY]

I always wanted one of their sweaters...I got close but looks like I might have to knit one myself...Love these guys saw them at Carnegie Hall in NYC..Thanks for posting

[@michaelgallant2623]

I've been watching this Beautiful Clip for years...first time comment Thanks and Cheers...I Love It!!

[@margaretevans6850]

Lovley..I am from Scottish parents but am from South Africa..love the music❤

[@philruane5575]

In St.Helens,Merseyside in the 70's-80's, our anglo-irish family, these fellas were on. Rte ceili house every saturday was o too. Great irish culture x

[@Siobhan1195]

Wonderful to see all of this all in one place! Living legends they were indeed!

[@Del-yv1qy]

Ireland without The Clanys' .Tommy and The dubliners.........is a very different country. We seem to have lost our way in so many ways since then.

[@kidcharlemagne7238]

Precious even now 30 years later

[@curleyteeth]

l loved Tommy Makem and still do.The rest of the Clancys too.Jim.Liverpool.

[@macmanhattan]

the Lincoln Center show may be one of the many Clancy concerts I attended. the house was truly packed and out came the lads. well, with their very first number i began to hum quietly along. a couple in a forward row turned to stare. after all, i was breaking one of the sacred rules of concert going. strangers, i thought. then, by the second number many of the regulars were singing along and after that it was all-out bellowing including the strangers though they had no idea what they were singing. and that's my story and you're stuck with it. mac

[@georgessterckx3972]

mac mc cabe:*

[@gretchennelson4548]

Truly the best! SO sorely missed

[@joshdoe1184]

Thank you for this. Beautiful. Great stories and great performances! The Dubs joining in was awesome!

[@gretchennelson4548]

Love listening to all those stories!

[@johnmack2940]

Had the honor to listen to Jimmy Sweeny and his brother Tommy at different times at the Old Triangle in Halifax NS. They carry on the legend of Tommy Makem in every song they sing. Meeting them both has been an honor, and Jimmy's current band mate Kevin Roach is a joy to listen to both as back up and fiddle solo. - Keegan.

[@cuqrious]

I knitted lots of Aran jerseys when I was young - and always thought they were Scottish! When I visited Ireland I wore my own knitted jerseys made of our excellent New Zealand wool,which were noticed. and admired by knowledgeable Irish women.

[@johnnyserdon9694]

History that never be forgotten

[@annemarieflanagan5160]

Wonderful Clancy Brothers and Tommy Mackem

[@paulmooney5126]

Brilliant! The Pogues, The Saw Doctors and The Mary Wallopers! Well done, lads!

[@marthaemery8402]

I thought I’d seen all their interviews, this is new to me. Wonderful stuff.

[@eamonnjordan-el1vz]

2023 Bang on still Fantastic

[@michaelgallant2623]

just lay me down at my native key...with a jug of punch at my head and feet...Fantastic Lads.& The Dubliners.

[@kathleenmckenzie6261]

I think the phrase is, "Just lay me down in my native peat with a jug of punch at my head and feet." That's a better rhyme, not to mention Ireland's peat bogs are a source of fuel.

[@michaelgallant2623]

@@kathleenmckenzie6261 Thanks Kathleen.

[@julieroberts9255]

I LOVE THIS!! I never heard them do this, and I love how animated they all are!! I was only a wee lass of 3 when they opened in Chicago! I will be watching and listening to this many times in the coming years!

[@joemcloughlin7250]

The best

[@gautlander4930]

Excellent show.

[@philruane5575]

The Tommy Makem and Clancy Brothers records always went down well at our St.Helens Irish parties 👍☘️🇮🇪👊

[@nmcg6639]

saw the Boys in nyc at Carnegie Hall in 1968 i was with my father.

[@geraldinemcgowan905]

brilliant

[@hubertcathume722]

As 2023 draws to a close i tune into Late late Show Clancy brothers tribute 4 Great entertainers with Irelands greatest host Gay

[@MsCavalier19]

I was there that night night in Carrick -what a memory.

[@flynnt1953]

Hi Conor, thanks for the link to The Story of The Clancy Brothers, looking forward to watching.

[@EchoValley_____]

Where have you ever seen that done before - to get to the end of a performance and invite the audience to join in the start again without stopping ?? And yet it worked so naturally here because of the performers , the song and the moment that was in it . Only in Ireland.

[@macster11]

Towards the end Tommy Makem played small clubs around Cape Cod. I suspect he lived there in the summer. Although his year round residence was in NH. It was a treat but very easy to see him in very small rooms in those days. I appreciate it now more than ever.

[@reepacheirpfirewalker8629]

one of the greatest Irish tv hosts ever.

[@ClaireOConnor-ox3gg]

brilliant show , &music great entretainment

[@paulabowen840]

Culture and tradition matches on forever!

[@paulabowen840]

Saoirse Eireann!THE CLANCY S WILL ALWAYS BE WITH US!

[@johnguilfoil7218]

When I was a wee lad, my sainted half Irish mother would play the Clancy brothers on the record player. Thank you mother. Up the long ladder and down the short rope....

[@johnguilfoil7218]

My name is O'Hanlon, and I've just gone sixteen

[@grlfcgombeenhunter2897]

Ohh take me back to old Ireland 🇮🇪 plz.

[@curleyteeth]

What a prize.A heater.You could not make this up.Brilliant group though.Jim.Liverpool.

[@kathleenmckenzie6261]

I learned spirituals and folk songs in the late '40s in school and our parents enjoyed listening to us sing on long auto trips to visit Grandparents. Grandparents, in turn, enjoyed their own folk music learned from their parents -- Loch Lomond, Flow Gently, Sweet Afton and so on, so it was part of our lives. Eventually I learned of the strong Scots-Irish influence on American music. "Streets of Laredo" is directly descended from an Irish folk song entitled "The Old Man's Lament," aka "Rocking the Cradle," among many others. At that point, I was hooked on the history of folk music and its many permutations. I so enjoy the Clancy Bros and Tommy Makem as well as other groups from various parts of the world.

[@towneast9194]

I grew up on Clancy brothers my father's

[@eckpolmick5080]

Small country, big music.

[@andrewruminski363]

I grew up with their music and I’m Polish

[@catherineouellette8124]

Sure Makem & the Clancy fam are never dead because of recording.

[@gretchennelson7056]

Paddy was ALWAYS my favorite.❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@JFGryphonNYC]

A grand TV show.

[@glen7318]

Not teh same without Gaybo

[@rosaleenkelly4539]

Brilliant

[@brendakelly5380]

Still love the Clancys

[@karmapeach]

I love Tommys humour,i have the same.

[@purebloodirishman9389]

Legends

[@arthurschofield2752]

Bieng a grandson of an Irish Grandad it comes to reason why going through traditional customes (( wakes etc) I have a love of Irish music & tradition , Granny was I rish too .yes I am a scoucer, ! 🤗 Answer to question is Alex Higgins .

[@KirokMan]

Great video

[@odonovan]

6:37, Tom slips up and calls Liam "Willy," onstage. :D That's what he was known as, by those closest to him. As far as I know, only Bob Dylan, from outside the immediate group and family, used to call Liam "Willy." Got ya Tom! Miss you all terribly, lads.

[@nickyclarke3530]

Edward O'Donovan there never be the likes of these men

[@adamperrin1440]

He was know as willie off stage

[@HMurphy]

love this thank u

[@marthabergin9023]

Brilliant 👏 👌

[@jackiecampbell7903]

Their records were played every Sunday morning in my home; I remember my father sending my mother to get the "Carnegie Hall" live album and can still see my father's face when she came home with it

[@USAACbrat]

i was a small part of the Young Clancy's in ST. Louis count to 4 drum.

[@elsiemctigue2398]

Wonderful

[@armerpoet]

It's so cool to hear the tin whistle from John an the banjo from Barney with the Clancys!

[@arthurschofield2752]

I like to listen to Natheñ Carter & his Dad 😊 xx

[@elizabethburns-rj3qy]

Love the Clancy brother's and Tom Ireland 🇮🇪 is in all nationalities blue grass music came from Ireland in my opinion ⚘🌍🌈 6:23

[@arleneclyde9854]

GLAD YOU CAME TO CANADA,,TRY COME TO OTTAWA

[@cyrilthompson1846]

I Was in a folk group in the 60s and people suggested we wore Aran jumpers .It lasted one gig The best slimming aid going .. soaked in sweat. It was tee shirts from them on

[@flynnt1953]

Thanks Conor for posting this, the Clancy bothers and Tommy have provided the backdrop to many a great family evening.Does anyone know the title of the documentary Liam mentioned, is the Lincoln centre concert available anywhere? Great music from the Emerald Isle. Tony Flynn.

[@sallieplanty3102]

Oh, yes!

[@leooconnor2161]

at r the to thqrr Seth edu linersgiqa q. XM

[@rosemarieharrington1196]

It was a tribute to the Clancy brother's on the late late show , hosted by Gay Byrne for R T E television, type that in and you will find it ☘️ X

[@teddy42424]

greats have to go the hard way

[@04051940able]

I never believed it, but after listening to the boys,they can tell a story, that's the Irish,wonderful story tellers.

[@aidankeane8971]

That first song is a main theme in Pillars of Eternity 2, that exact version

[@maryoshea8944]

Awesome!!

[@marysmith9416]

Where would you get the like of them. Pure class

[@stephenmurray9228]

You have a good point Dr Doolitle I would rather go up yorkshire Way …but these People have a part to play

[@sgtgewartsmith7992]

can you tell me when this interview was done...god bless them