THERE is a sense of sadness in Letterkenny following the death of talented musician Ted Ponsonby. Ted passed away yesterday (Wednesday). A son of Molly and Terry, he was a member of the Ponsonby family from Old Town, Letterkenny who are well known for their musical talents. Ted was married to Marylin and was a father of one, Sarah. Ted and Sarah teamed up during lockdown to record ‘Brakin’ Trad’, a collection of mainly self-penned songs. He was a founding member of The Rascals during the 1970’s, and he was widely known throughout the country for his talents on the guitar, song-writing and producing.
She is a wonderful singer......at her gradam win she sang ... don’t know if it was live or not as she had not been well. But I could listen to her for ever. Pity her career stopped so soon. I read that Emmy Lou Harris said she was one of the best singers she ever performed with!! Her lovely Galway accent adds to her singing and her ready smile and twinkling eyes a joy to behold. I’d love to hear her entire family do an album together ❤
Delores is one of a kind with her beautiful natural Galway accent which will never be equalled.. I love all her songs especially Galway Bay. It puts goosebumps all over me. I am a Galwegian living in Clare, & have requested that Galway Bay by Delores & Johnny Faulkner be played as my remains are removed from the church and My soul to soar forever more Above you Galway Bay
My father played traditional music for many years so I would have plenty of experience of live music in pubs and so on. For some reason every time I hear Ted's verse it brings me back to being beside the speakers watching the band play. So much so I can even smell the beer smell from the bar! Wonderful song.
I love this woman singing. The enjoyment she is getting by always breaking into a smile when she can hear how good it sounds and it is all gelling nicely. I was the same many years ago when I sang and played in a band. When it all came together, I would be grinning from ear to ear. Sometimes smiling so much I could not sing some words and had to miss them. Hek, I'd even laugh or giggle halfway through a song and have to stop. The sounds of the instruments and in tune vocals hitting my ears just overwhelmed me. Dolores is one woman I have always wanted to sing alongside, for the past near 30 years. Alas, a man can dream on I suppose.
@sarahspeaks144 - Totally agree. And it's made _much_ more enjoyable when the audience is respectful and quiet, drinking it all in and really appreciating what is entering their ears: not whistling, baying, whooping or hollering so you can't hear a damn thing! (American audiences take note!)
@Noel Condon - Crikey! the chance _would_ be amazing, but, for minions like me, there's no way it could happen. I wouldn't even know where to start enquiring as to how it could be done. I mean, she's played with famous people all over the world, there's no way she'd even think twice about playing and singing with an unknown 'amateur'. There must be many folk all gushing to her saying ''I'm your biggest fan....I have all yer albums etc'' But not me, I don't own a single CD or album of hers. I would be terrified of wanting to approacher her after a concert asking for an autograph. I mean, in this day and age, they'd think you were some freak who is a stalker or wants something from her (money or whatever). But no, I would just like to play a few tunes and sing with her, like a small Transatlantic Session. As said though...a boy can dream huh! Many thanks for the comment. Kind regards. Dogue.
What a voice, every time I listen to Dolores Keane, I can't help but compare other singers who perform the same song. Her voice is deeeep and very explicit. Love her voice! Not that other singers are inferior but hers has something that really rings the bell!
The late, lamented Ron Hynes. 1950-2015, St John's, Newfoundland. I believe Dolores learned it when we had the great privilege of having her visit Newfoundland late '70's, early '80's.
@@hilarydickson7836 I believe this version was learned from Christy Moore. Same three verses as in his version, and in Mary Black's and the version the two did with Emmylou Harris. Two of the verses from the original are missing, and the last was added by Hamish Imlach at Moore's request, according to Hynes, because he felt the song lacked an ending. Jean Redpath has a version on here with all five verses and more.
His name is Liam Bradley. He is a well known drummer and producer. He has since played (and sung) with acts like Van Morrison, Ronan Keating, The Blue Nile, Maura O Connell, Moving Hearts
Ted Ponsonby with long hair; Liam Bradley with glasses. Both established musicians who have played and sung with many artists from Westlife to Van Morrison to "A Woman's Heart"
Nobody can come near to Dolores absolutely hauntingly beautiful
Maybe some of the new breed of female vocalists should take a listen to this….no frills,pure God given vocals. Wonderful.
Dolores magical nobody can compare with her beautiful voice
And who are the two amazing, backup (or 2-side male) vocalists? What voices! Thanks. :)
Liam Bradley sings last verse. The late, great Ted Ponsonby sung the second verse
THERE is a sense of sadness in Letterkenny following the death of talented musician Ted Ponsonby.
Ted passed away yesterday (Wednesday).
A son of Molly and Terry, he was a member of the Ponsonby family from Old Town, Letterkenny who are well known for their musical talents.
Ted was married to Marylin and was a father of one, Sarah.
Ted and Sarah teamed up during lockdown to record ‘Brakin’ Trad’, a collection of mainly self-penned songs.
He was a founding member of The Rascals during the 1970’s, and he was widely known throughout the country for his talents on the guitar, song-writing and producing.
She is a wonderful singer......at her gradam win she sang ... don’t know if it was live or not as she had not been well. But I could listen to her for ever. Pity her career stopped so soon. I read that Emmy Lou Harris said she was one of the best singers she ever performed with!! Her lovely Galway accent adds to her singing and her ready smile and twinkling eyes a joy to behold. I’d love to hear her entire family do an album together ❤
Delores is one of a kind with her beautiful natural Galway accent which will never be equalled.. I love all her songs especially Galway Bay. It puts goosebumps all over me. I am a Galwegian living in Clare, & have requested that Galway Bay by Delores & Johnny Faulkner be played as my remains are removed from the church and My soul to soar forever more Above you Galway Bay
My father played traditional music for many years so I would have plenty of experience of live music in pubs and so on. For some reason every time I hear Ted's verse it brings me back to being beside the speakers watching the band play. So much so I can even smell the beer smell from the bar! Wonderful song.
The female voice of Ireland, period.
So beautiful
Wonderfull voice Just love listening to Dolores
The three of them are equally good, brilliantly sang
Beautiful voice....love this woman
Greatest music in the world.
A haunting sound just love her singing...
Dolores, you legend
Beautiful low tones. Rare for a woman singer these days. A pure delight.
Totally love her beautiful smile!
It's a tonic to listen to Deloures singing. She's one a million A legend❤
What a great voice beautiful
I love this woman singing. The enjoyment she is getting by always breaking into a smile when she can hear how good it sounds and it is all gelling nicely. I was the same many years ago when I sang and played in a band. When it all came together, I would be grinning from ear to ear. Sometimes smiling so much I could not sing some words and had to miss them. Hek, I'd even laugh or giggle halfway through a song and have to stop. The sounds of the instruments and in tune vocals hitting my ears just overwhelmed me. Dolores is one woman I have always wanted to sing alongside, for the past near 30 years. Alas, a man can dream on I suppose.
@sarahspeaks144 - Totally agree. And it's made _much_ more enjoyable when the audience is respectful and quiet, drinking it all in and really appreciating what is entering their ears: not whistling, baying, whooping or hollering so you can't hear a damn thing! (American audiences take note!)
Dreams come true go for it she is best
@Noel Condon - Crikey! the chance _would_ be amazing, but, for minions like me, there's no way it could happen. I wouldn't even know where to start enquiring as to how it could be done. I mean, she's played with famous people all over the world, there's no way she'd even think twice about playing and singing with an unknown 'amateur'.
There must be many folk all gushing to her saying ''I'm your biggest fan....I have all yer albums etc'' But not me, I don't own a single CD or album of hers. I would be terrified of wanting to approacher her after a concert asking for an autograph. I mean, in this day and age, they'd think you were some freak who is a stalker or wants something from her (money or whatever).
But no, I would just like to play a few tunes and sing with her, like a small Transatlantic Session. As said though...a boy can dream huh! Many thanks for the comment. Kind regards. Dogue.
What a voice, every time I listen to Dolores Keane, I can't help but compare other singers who perform the same song. Her voice is deeeep and very
explicit. Love her voice! Not that other singers are inferior but hers has something that really rings the bell!
she is beautiful in looks and voice
Brilliant ❤❤❤
Wonderful song by the late Canadian songwriter Ron Hynes. Lovely rendition too.
Never heard this version before. Stirring! Superb!
Beautifuly sung by a great artist
Best version of this beautiful song Dolores you are a legend
Sonny, don't go away, but pleaze, pretty please, keep THAT Dolores closer!
How good is this. Terrific.
All of the Keane family were talented singers.
Beautiful song and I love how you smile as you sbreak in song you are a beautiful singer
Non si può interrompere la voce di Dolores ...fatela cantare sola🤤
What about you Dolores, you truly are a gem
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Dolores's a great voice
A very nice song that man with the ponytail sings beautifully well done
He is Ted Ponsonby, a true gem of a singer and musician. Where is he these days?
Ted is still living, singing and playing in Donegal
Just superb.
Fabulous Song Dolores Congratulations to you and your Colleagues in the Band I love that Song. JJ OSullivan
Delores great song, that’s why you are the Queen of Galway.
Love this song and the singer. During breaks I listen to Dolores whenever I get a chance. The best of the best.
beautiful red hair love her voice.
Love Dolores ...
Legend
Love this 💗
Beautiful
If you don't adore Dolores Keane......you're already DEAD
👍Absolutely! And probably never born either!☘
Fact🙌
Beautiful & this is all apay from Talent Shows 🌿💯🌿
Anyone know who sings the 3rd verse? The guy in the glasses?
Liam Bradley from Derry
He is amazing..maybe Dolores' son?
Who wrote this? And how dare they? It is utterly lovely! Delicious, fine, good and kind!
The late, lamented Ron Hynes. 1950-2015, St John's, Newfoundland. I believe Dolores learned it when we had the great privilege of having her visit Newfoundland late '70's, early '80's.
@@hilarydickson7836 I believe this version was learned from Christy Moore. Same three verses as in his version, and in Mary Black's and the version the two did with Emmylou Harris. Two of the verses from the original are missing, and the last was added by Hamish Imlach at Moore's request, according to Hynes, because he felt the song lacked an ending. Jean Redpath has a version on here with all five verses and more.
who is male back up singer with ponytail? I love his voice.
His name is Ted Ponsonby from Donegal. He has sung and played guitar and dobro with many Irish artists.
Gorgeoso Ted Ponsonby
👌💕
🌹🎶
Perfect diction.☺
Sonny seems as if it was written for Dolores Keane to sing. above all.
Who is the young male singer withe the glasses
His name is Liam Bradley. He is a well known drummer and producer. He has since played (and sung) with acts like Van Morrison, Ronan Keating, The Blue Nile, Maura O Connell, Moving Hearts
@@daragh62 Thank you
Dolores is the best
Was she away from John Faulkner when this was preformed?
Who is the men on backing vocals?
Ted Ponsonby with long hair; Liam Bradley with glasses. Both established musicians who have played and sung with many artists from Westlife to Van Morrison to "A Woman's Heart"
I beg your pardon, forgetting to thank you for your information 🙏. What a great performance from Dolores 👏👏👏
Wonderful voice. The version with Emmylou Harris and Mary Black is good too, but I wanted to hear Dolores' version alone, but she is accompanied.
great rendition until that guy with the specs starts to sing....his yawping is bloody awful!...what were they thinking?
Are you tone deaf ?
Yes I agree with norman, Ed you don’t really know much about the harmonics and pure music. But I guess you are entitled to your opinion.
@@normanheslington9912 yes, tone deaf after that idiot shouting instead of singing.
His voice is absolutely amazing.
Too slow
nice job on the vocals but why the need to change the lyrics of such a wonderful song..
Legend