Damien O'Kane & Ron Block - HAPPY CHAPPY/MARINIE'S MELODY from new album BANJOPHONICS, OUT JULY 1st.

Banjo Brothers-In-Arms, Coleraine's Damien O'Kane & California's Ron Block are back with their brand new second Bluegrass/Irish, pioneering banjo album BANJOPHONICS. This is Track 2 'Happy Chappy / Marinie's Melody' from the album featuring two of O'Kane's compositions. They continue on from their highly acclaimed first album BANJOPHONY (2018) with a real treat for banjo and music lovers worldwide. They will tour the UK and Ireland in July & October 2022, with full band, to showcase another masterclass on tenor and bluegrass banjos and how their respective traditions meet and unite in perfect and thrilling harmony. GET READY FOR A BANJO PARTY!!
"An inspirational album composed with sonic and cultural influences from both sides of the Atlantic , forging a new and innovative sound. The 4 & 5 string banjos of Damien and Ron, a unique and beautiful combination, are exquisitely played on this pristine recording. The energy, groove and technique on Banjophonics will inspire musicians of any genre and bring joy to all music lovers." - Gerry 'Banjo' O'Connor
"I really like this project a lot. It’s incredibly well played and recorded, nice surprises with the guests!! Anyone that likes Irish and American roots music will love this record." - Ricky Skaggs
'...a rich and rewarding album filled with energy, emotion and a huge heart.' - FOLK RADIO UK
Tenor Banjos - Damien O'Kane ‪@damienokane7633‬
5-String Banjo - Ron Block ‪@RonBlockAKUS‬
Moog - Duncan Lyall
Percussion - Josh Clark ‪@getrealaudiouk‬
Videography - James Lockie
TOUR DATES:
damienokane.co.uk
ronblock.com

[@RobSnowden]

Great song and sounds just like this when played live. A sure sign of true pro musicians.

[@amandamorton-king2112]

Came to Damien via his wife Kate Rusby. Lovely to see and hear he is a great talent in his own right.

[@jeanbean704]

You Guys are pure magic together!! I just love it!

[@rudolphpyatt4833]

The tenor and the five string sound great together. This kind of thing should happen more.

[@janetashton5346]

Great sound together. You can't stop your toes from tapping!

[@mrguillemot]

two lovely fellas that play the b'jaysus out of their banjos! Wonderful stuff chaps

[@martinmckinney900]

I am looking forward to seeing you both and Michael in Derry , Ireland on Saturday night.

[@johnn.1186]

You guys are the best.

[@tonyoneill9696]

Pure class

[@Neo-mw1pp]

Nice one! 🪕

[@beantallen8239]

Looking forward to seeing you both Thursday in settle

[@Cirocoleman]

Hi Damien, Really loved your rendition of the The Blooming Heather with Kate Rusby. Could you tell me what tuning you were using as I'm trying to learn it for an open mic night but struggling. Tried a Drop D but then when you add the other chords it doesn't sound right. Appreciate your advice/guidance. cheers Ciro Coleman

[@damienokane7085]

Hi There, so the guitar tuning i use on that one is DADGAE, capo on the first fret and play out of 'A.' Hope this helps ;-)

[@erikthebananaman]

Looking forward to enjoy your concert on the 3rd at the Blackheath halls in Londen.

[@gnstoker]

Orsum 🤪 Is that there a new banjo Damien 🤔

[@sergiboyakjon277]

whos playing bass?

[@damienokane7085]

@duncanlyall is playing Moog bass on this ;-)

[@sergiboyakjon277]

@@damienokane7085 that low D octave is EPIC

[@davidkosky3398]

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