Damien O’Kane & Ron Block - HAPPY CHAPPY/MARINIE’S MELODY from new album BANJOPHONICS, OUT JULY 1st.

Banjo Brothers-In-Arms, Coleraine’s Damien O’Kane & California’s Ron Block are back with their brand new second Bluegrass/Irish, pioneering banjo album BANJOPHONICS. This is Track 2 ’Happy Chappy / Marinie’s Melody’ from the album featuring two of O’Kane’s compositions. They continue on from their highly acclaimed first album BANJOPHONY (2018) with a real treat for banjo and music lovers worldwide. They will tour the UK and Ireland in July & October 2022, with full band, to showcase another masterclass on tenor and bluegrass banjos and how their respective traditions meet and unite in perfect and thrilling harmony. GET READY FOR A BANJO PARTY!! “An inspirational album composed with sonic and cultural influences from both sides of the Atlantic , forging a new and innovative sound. The 4 & 5 string banjos of Damien and Ron, a unique and beautiful combination, are exquisitely played on this pristine recording. The energy, groove and technique on Banjophonics will inspire musicians of any genre and bring joy to all music lovers.“ - Gerry ’Banjo’ O’Connor “I really like this project a lot. It’s incredibly well played and recorded, nice surprises with the guests!! Anyone that likes Irish and American roots music will love this record.“ – Ricky Skaggs ’...a rich and rewarding album filled with energy, emotion and a huge heart.’ - FOLK RADIO UK Tenor Banjos - Damien O’Kane @damienokane7633 5-String Banjo - Ron Block @RonBlockAKUS Moog - Duncan Lyall Percussion - Josh Clark @getrealaudiouk Videography - James Lockie TOUR DATES: