Omagh Music Festival – Celebrating the music of Omagh Legends Frankie McBride & Frank Chisum
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In the summer of 1967, Omagh singer Frankie McBride achieved what many would have considered impossible by entering the UK Top 20 with his recording of the American country song ‘Five Little Fingers’.
While this hit recording led to many offers to move away from his hometown, he continued to live and perform here with the Polka Dots on the thriving Irish showband circuit, while recording a succession of top quality albums which were released under his own name.
Having grown up listening to his parents’ record collection, local baritone Calvin Davidson is excited to be performing some of Frankie McBride’s extremely accomplished recordings backed an amazing 14 strong live band.
The hits will continue in what is sure to be a very special evening, as the musical gene which led to Frank Chisum’s success in his career, has undoubtedly been passed on to his grandson Conor Chisum, who will honour his Grandad and perform a selection of Frank’s best known songs. These will include many from his Elvis repertoire including Burning Love, Suspicious Minds, It’s now or never and more.
Inspired by his Grandfather, Conor is excited at the beginning of his musical journey as he prepares to Launch his Debut Album in Strule Arts Centre on Saturday 2 November, where you will have this unique opportunity to hear this special performance with an amazing live band.
Do not miss out on what is sure to be a Special Memorable night.
Tickets are now on sale and can be booked through Strule Arts Centre - www.struleartscentre.co.uk or 028 8224 7831.