Joe dolan to be celebrated in anniversary concert at Ballymaloe Grainstore

Proving that there’s still ‘no show like a Joe show’, Ballymaloe Grainstore in east Cork will remember Joe Dolan, one of Ireland’s greatest singers, at a special tribute concert on Thursday November 2.

Fifteen years since his passing in 2007, Joe’s music is as popular as ever, and the Dolan family has been touring around Ireland with ‘Remembering Joe - the 15th Anniversary Tour’ and delighting fans with hits such as ‘You’re Such a Good Looking Woman,’ ‘Make me an Island’ and ‘Goodbye Venice Goodbye’.

Joe Dolan’s legendary career spanned several decades. He collaborated with the biggest names of his time from the 1960s showbands to stars of the early 21st century. He reached new audiences in the 1990s with a hugely successful cover of the Blur hit, ‘The Universal’.

The concert at Ballymaloe Grainstore will feature Joe’s brother Ben, who shared the stage with the singer for 47 years. Ben will be joined by Joe’s niece Sandra, nephews Adrian and Ray; singer Karen Carroll; and members of Joe’s original band, to perform hits from the singer’s back catalogue.

Bree Allen, operations manager at Ballymaloe Grainstore, said: “Joe Dolan and his amazing repertoire of songs are held so fondly in the hearts of Irish people. Ballymaloe Grainstore is a fantastic concert venue and we’ve hosted brilliant artists over the years. We look forward to welcoming the Dolan family and their audience here on November 2 for a huge night of nostalgia and a great sing-along.”

‘Remembering Joe - The 15th Anniversary Tour’ takes place at 8pm on Thursday November 2. To book tickets and find out about accommodation packages and dining options at Ballymaloe House Hotel, visit www.ballymaloegrainstore.com.