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Brian Kennedy

All I have is what you see... an ordinary man

About Me


From harmonising with fire engine and ambulance sirens on the troubled streets of 1970s Belfast to published author of two novels and internationally acclaimed singer, Brian Edward Patrick Kennedy has packed more into his short life than most of us would dream of. Amongst other things he has:
    toured the world, working with some of the greatest names in the music business - Van Morrison, Joni Mitchell, Ray Charles, Bob Dylan, John Lee Hooker recorded a song for a Hollywood soundtrack ("Crazy Love" for the film "When A Man Loves A Woman" starring Meg Ryan and Andy Garcia) appeared in the role of lead singer in "Riverdance on Broadway" appeared in his own six episode BBC TV music series, "On Song" sung for President Clinton five times! been chosen to sing at the funeral of Belfast footballing legend, George Best released 9 solo albums to date plus collaborated on countless others represented Ireland in Eurovision 2006
See The Official Brian Kennedy Web Site for a full Biography.

My Interests

Music:

Member Since: 3/28/2006
Band Website: briankennedy.co.uk
Band Members:
PLEASE NOTE: This is not an official Brian Kennedy MySpace (although Brian does know about it and I have obtained permission for it) and Brian will not respond to any messages sent via this profile. This is just one fan's attempt to bring this wonderful voice to a wider audience across the globe. Until an official MySpace appears, I shall endeavour to keep this site updated with the latest news on Brian and to provide a regularly updated selection of songs which you may like to add to your own profile. Spread the word...
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Influences: Joni Mitchell, Van Morrison, Kate Bush, Stevie Wonder...
Sounds Like:

NEW ALBUM OUT NOW!


Brian Kennedy's new album
"Homebird"
Visit
www.briankennedy.co.uk
for further information
or
click on the picture to
buy it now....
Record Label: Curb Records
Type of Label: Indie

My Blog

Tour dates galore in Ireland, the UK and Australia!

The second half of the year is going to be busy, busy, busy for Mr Kennedy as he tours Down Under during the month of August, then back to the mainland UK in September before finally returning to Irel...
Posted by Brian Kennedy on Sat, 09 Jun 2007 05:04:00 PST

Brian appearing on Songs of Praise, Sunday 28th January

Brian will be making an appearance on BBC2's Songs of Praise programme this coming Sunday, 28th January. "Gloria Hunniford returns to her native Northern Ireland to explore the natural beauties of th...
Posted by Brian Kennedy on Tue, 23 Jan 2007 03:21:00 PST

Brian on the Podge and Rodge Show

If you're lucky enough to live in Ireland, tune in to RTE2 (Radio Telefis Éireann, see Wiki for satellite transmission details - I don't have a clue about these things!) on Tuesday 7th November at 22....
Posted by Brian Kennedy on Sun, 05 Nov 2006 08:10:00 PST

Win tickets to see Don Mescall in concert

It's always a pleasure to promote good music, especially when it's by someone with some sort of connection to Brian, in this case fellow Curb Records artist and friend, Don Mescall. Those lovely peopl...
Posted by Brian Kennedy on Mon, 30 Oct 2006 03:58:00 PST

Music Player problems...

There seem to be some ongoing problems with the Music Players on lots of MySpace profiles at the moment, which technical support are looking into. Ever since the latest tracks were uploaded, the statu...
Posted by Brian Kennedy on Sun, 15 Oct 2006 09:48:00 PST

'1 to Remember' video clips

For those who don't have access to RTE1 to see Brian's show "1 to Remember", video clips are starting to find their way onto YouTube.com. Check out the two video clips below for starters. Very differe...
Posted by Brian Kennedy on Thu, 07 Sep 2006 09:03:00 PST

Introducing Dr Brian Kennedy...

Brian this week received an honorary degree from the University of Ulster. He accepted the title of DLitt (Litterarum Doctor, Doctor of Letters) at a ceremony at the Waterfront Hall in Belfast, where ...
Posted by Brian Kennedy on Mon, 10 Jul 2006 01:39:00 PST

See Brian perform at the opening of the Special Olympics

Belfast played host last week to the 2006 Special Olympics Ireland Games and on 21st June Brian performed two songs at the opening ceremony at the Odyssey Centre in front of 12,000 people, including 2...
Posted by Brian Kennedy on Thu, 29 Jun 2006 06:19:00 PST

New concert dates for November 2006

Tickets for two Northern Ireland concerts, one in Belfast and one in Derry, have gone on sale today. Book early to avoid disappointment and remember to keep checking www.briankennedy.co.uk for further...
Posted by Brian Kennedy on Fri, 16 Jun 2006 09:32:00 PST

A few photos from the recent tour

A few shots taken at various aftershow signings. If anyone has any more to share, please feel free to post them here. I recognise that shirt from somewhere.... ...
Posted by Brian Kennedy on Wed, 14 Jun 2006 09:55:00 PST