For Songs

Episode 30: A Conversation with Larry Kirwan of Black '47



July 16th, 2021  •  49 mins 5 secs  •  Download (46.5 MB)  •  Link with Timestamp

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Larry Kirwan is a true renaissance artist. Singer, songwriter, poet, novelist, historian—all wrapped up in one. Join me in this special episode of For Songs as Larry walks us through three great Black ’47 songs and an exclusive track called Rockaway Blue, based on his latest novel of the same name. We talk about Irish history, music, politics, and what Joe Strummer taught him about songwriting. Sit down, grab a drink, and listen to one of the greats!