Frank Emerson: Links

cdbaby: Copies of my CD's can be listened to and bought here...just like the old time music stores. Oh yes, they have other people's recordings here too.
Kevin Barry's Pub: Great Food, Great atmosphere, Great pub - obviously my favorite since I've been playing there since 1981. Entertainment runs 7 nights a week. Best listening room in the states. Great, patriotic, separate function room on the second floor. Have a look.
Delaney's Pub: Great beer selection in this very successful pub in Five Points, in Columbia, South Carolina as well as in Morgan Square, Spartanburg, South Carolina
Museums in Wytheville, Virginia: This little town is scrofulous with history! Home to five different museums including Civil War, Homestead, Training School.
Irish USA: Listings and websites of Performers, Venues and Festivals throughout America.
Ultimate Irish/Celtic Music Site: Performers, Worldwide venues and festivals, Instruments, Swap shop. Operated by Gale & Frank Ryan and Celtic Clan
WWII Army Ranger Website: The Wrold War II vets here are getting long in the tooth and fewer by the day. These Rangers did indeed lead the way. They are as fine a group of men as you will find. Well worth visiting this site and learning something about them.
International Celtic Festival: Great festival of Celtic music and crafts held at Hunter Mountain in beautiful upstate New York
Danny Doyle: What can you say about "The Doyler" that hasn't been said. What a voice! What an entertainer!
What a hat!
Robbie O'Connell: Robbie is one of the finest songwriters around. An excellent teacher as well as performer nonpariel.
Pete St.John: Pete was Irelan's Songwriter of the Year a few times. He's most famous I guess for "The Rare Ould Times" and "The Fields of Athenry"
Gabriel Donohue: Gabriel plays guitar like nobody's business - and that's not even his first instrument! Fine songwriter and poet as well.
Michael Snow: Michael has been a mainstay on the Nashville scene for many years. Originally from Liverpool. Intelligent songwriter and musician, he is very sought after as a producer.
Brendan Nolan: Dublin born Brendan has a powerful voice and plays open tuned guitar as well as anyone. Great writer as well.
Tom O'Carroll: Tom is from Sandymount in Dublin and has been on the scene for a long time. A fine a musician as there is, he plays 5-string banjo as well as guitar, tin whistle and bodhran.
Seamus Kennedy: Seamus is definitely one of a kind. An excellent musician and performer. He could even make Vladimir Putin laugh.
The VW Boys (Larry McPeak, Tim White, Dave Vaught): These guys know how to enjoy themselves on stage and consequently, everybody who sees them enjoys themselves too. Fine musicians, entertainers, harmony singers.
Harry O'Donoghue: From Co. Louth, Harry has established himself as a real presence in the Southeast U.S. A talented performer who also hosts The Green Island Radio Program on NPR.
Carroll Brown: Carroll spent years as a house writer in Nashville. He is one fine stupefying guitarist with a vast repertoire. Talented singer/songwriter.
Danny O'Flaherty: There is probably nobody among the musicians in the states who has done more to advance the Gaelic culture than the talented Connemara native Danny O'Flaherty.
Patrick O'Flaherty: Patrick can make the mandolin absolutely sing. He is a talented guitarist and singer as well in Irish and English. Proprietor of The Irish Pub on Washington Street in Lewsiburg, WV.
Danny Quinn: Danny has a show suited to any occasion. His repertoire is vast and his guitar playing fast.
Betsy McGovern: When you go to heaven and the angels sing for you, you will say, " Not bad, angels, but you're no Betsy McGovern"
Beth Patterson: Beth is billed as cross between a cobra and a puppy. You have to see and listen to her to find out about this.
Joanie Madden - also Cherish the Ladies: Joanie was one of the founders of "Cherish the Ladies" . She's just about the best and sweetest flute player ever.
Martin Marron: From Chicago/Sligo, Martin is now a mainstay in the Virginia Beach/Norfolk, VA area. Great pub entertainer.
George Casey: Comedian from Co. Clare. Has appeared all over - including Vegas. Now tours with the Tony Kenny show.
Mark Klein: Comedian based in Louisville, KY. Long history of success. Varied shows. Does corporate and group shows as well. Travels all over and loves the ponies.
Celtic Nations World - Based in New Orleans: this is pretty much a schedule of the different types of tours and events conducted by Danny O'Flaherty. However, many links to other performers.
Eamonn and the Ravens: Eamonn Knuff and The Ravens are based on the westcoast after having spent time in Chicago. Traditional with a twist.
Marianne & Tom Tucker: Based out of Philly, Marianne & Tom present Tucker Tales Puppet Theatre. They are at every kind of engagement you can think of.
Rosie & Pat Maloney: Pat is a masterful storyteller and songwriter. Ably assisted by his wife, Rosie, they can definitely do the trick.
Jimmy Crowley: Jimmy might look a little bit like Leon Trotsky, but he is much nicer and much, much more talented. He is indeed Cork's bard.
Frank Emerson Paraphernalia: Lots of stuff, gifts, t-shirts, caps and the like with the Bob Johnson sketch of me, or Devil Dog Records Logo, or the Slow, Shaky, Deaf, Semi-Old Farts Bn. Insignia on them.
Acousticmusic.com: Performers, Venues, Reviews, CD Reviews, Resources. Hosted by Dave Pyles
All about Dick Winters and the Band of Brothers: You can sign the petition to get his DSC upgraded to CMH.
Wild Bill Guarnere - The Band of Brothers: Wild Bill says it all. All about Guarnere and Babe and the rest of the boys from Easy Company
The Dady Brothers: Between them , Joe & John play 8 instuments and are about as talented as they come. Variety of musical styles - from trad to rock.
Gerry Timlin: From Caol Island, Co. Tyrone, Gerry has been a mainstay on the Philly folk scene for over two decades. He now co-owns and appears at The Shanachie in Ambler, PA.
Band Links
Music Pages - all things musical: musicians referral service
Charlie Zahm: Great performer of Celtic, Maritime and early American Music.
Christina Harrison: Based out of Maryland, Scots-born Christina is a delightful performer of celtic and children's music.
Jed Marum: Jed is a great singer/songwriter/musician based out of Texas.
Det. Al Sheppard, NYPD (ret) Emergency Services Unit/Intelligence Division: Al is a highly decorated New York City Police Detective with a new book coming out in 2006. Has HE got some great stories to tell!
Debbie O'Carroll: Debbie is Tom O'Carroll's wife. A genuine, qualified mime, she is a story teller and magician as well. Sometime she and Tom work together.
Dennis O'Rourke: Dennis is an extremely talented songwriter and performer and writer! Now living in Georgia, Dennis was a long time resident of Nashville, where he wrote the Randy Travis hit "Honky-tonk Moon".
Noel Cooney: Noel is a fine entertainer from Monaghan.He and his wife Trina own Flanagan's Irish Pub in Dunedin, Florida
D-Day National Memorial: The town of Bedford, VA had the highest per capita killed on D-Day of any town in the Unitied States. For this reason, Bedford was chosen as the site of the National Memorial. The men were 116th Infantry out of the 29th Division.
The Cathie Ryan Band: Talk about some of the sweetest sounds this side of heaven. This must be the place
Andy M. Stewart: Andy has done the most to promote Scotland and Scottish music since Robbie Burns. What a writer and performer!
Echoes of Erin Radio Programme with Diane Byrnes: A fixture in Pittsburgh for over 14 years, Diane plays it all!
Brendan's Dad - Irish Gifts: Based out of Geneseo, NY, Michael Miron has some unique Irish merchandise at fair prices.
The Irish Isle: Brian and Philomena Coughlan from Limerick opened this lovely place in 2004 in Middletoen, VA in the beautiful Shenandoah Valley. Brian plays there a lot himself, but he also has guest artists now and again.
John Lilly: Extremely talented, multi award winning singer/yodeler/songwriter specializing in Traditional American Roots and Country Music.
Terry Kelly: Multi talented, multiinstrumantal singer/songwriter/speaker. This guy is really something.
Eric Bogle: This is the guy who is resposible for "No Man's Land" "And the Band Played Waltzing Matilda", "Leaving Nancy", etc. What a talent.
Barrowburn: Formerly Baile Daire, this is a talented traditional group based out of Raleigh, North Carolina.
Bob Zentz: Singer, writer, multi-instrumentalist based out of Norfolk, VA - Lots of Maritime material
The Irish Pub on Washington Street: Andrea and Patrick O'Flaherty hold sway over picturesque Lewisburg, WV's newest restaurant/pub. Patrick, from Connemara, is a wolrd-class traditional musician
Andrew McKnight: Andrew is a former environmental engineer, lives in the Shenandah Valley and can musically do it all!
J.J. Smith: Fine Scottish entertainer who is a lot of fun. Now based in Florida.
Slim Andrews: Slim, a member of the State of Maine Country Music Hall of Fame, has been performing for over 60 years. Based in Auburn, Maine, he's going strong.
Jim Flanagan: The Irish-speaking Corkman, Jim Flanagan, is a multi-talentented professor in Hattiesburg, Mississippi.
Eugene Byrne: Fine Dublin born singer/songwriter/entertainer. Based in Boston.
Free Notes to Service Personnel: Yahoo operates this site. Lets you pick a postcard, personalize it and send it as a gesture of thanks to armed forces personnel overseas.
Celtic Nations Heritage Festival: Held each October in Lake Charles, Louisiana, it's the brainchild of Danny O'Flaherty and features numerous Celtic performers.
There's a Story Told: Profile and numerous writing samples from Frank as a freelance writer.
Tommy Makem, the Makem and Spain Brothers: Site of the legendary Tommy Makem as well as his sons and their group.
Bill Craig: Fine musician & singer, based in Canada. Great Stan Rogers interpreter.
Graham Fest: One -Day annual affair featuring lots of different musical acts. Sponsord by Josiah (JC) Weaver. Located on the grounds of the old Major Graham Mansion in Max Meadows, VA
US Festivals and Events: Festivals and events of ALL types throughout the states. Entertainers , vendors are also listed.
Comedians USA: Americas leading source for comedians, humorists and emcees.
Bob Slaughter's book: My pal and collaborator Bob Slaughter wrote a terrific book about his WW II experiences: "Omaha Beach and Beyond: The Long March of Bob Slaughter"
Marshalling the Faithful: This is a very good book detailing the Marine Corps' initiation into Vietnam in 1965. Who should be there but my friend, the late and very lamented author of small unit tactics, Col. Paddy Collins. USMC.
The Breagagh Saga: Kilkenny's Sean Hayes has written a tome that is sort of Cuchullain meets Tolkein meets Yip Harburg. It's REAL different, pretty enthralling, and fun.
The Topsfield Fair: This annual event is the oldest agricultural fair in America. It's quite the thing.
Victor O'Reilly: The noted Irish - now permanant US resident - author of the "Hangman" series is back in action as well as wiring and speaking on 21st century military matters. Excellent!
River Street Hotels: Information and data on Hotels not just on River Street in Savannah , but in the general area. Discount rates, etc.
Savannah Georgia Tourism Site: All things Savannah, including all the latest news on the yearly St. Patrick's Day Parade
The Catholic Shop: Owned and operated by my friends Elizabeth and Vincent Hogan, The Catholic Shop located in River Street Marketplace in Savannah, offers the finest in religious gifts.
Margaret Christl: Maggie is a wonderful Scots/Canadian performer. Recipient of the Porcupine Life-time Achievement Award (Canada). Honorary Life Member of the Australian National Folk Music Society.
Long Island Irish Festival: Largest Irish Festival on the East Coast in a terrific, historic setting!
Wild Bill & Babe: Bill Guarnere and Babe Heffron live in So. Philly. They were members of E. Co. 206 PIR, 101st ABN - The Band of Brothers. this is their book: "Brothers in Battle, Best of Friends"
The McKrells: Headed up by Kevin McKrell, the band is multi-talented, playing folk to Irish rock.
Mary Courtney & Morning Star: Very popular Traditional band out of New York. Great blend of vocals and instrumentals.
Stone Cross: Siusan O'Rourke and Zig Zeitler are Stone Cross. They also own The White Crow Conservatory of Music in Saginaw, Michigan