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SUMMARY:Ron Block and Damien O'Kane\, live at St Nick's
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DESCRIPTION:Damien O’Kane & Ron Block\n\nThe ‘BANJOVIAL’ Tour\n\nPre
 pare to be mesmerized by the extraordinary collaboration of Damien O’Kan
 e and Ron Block\, two of the most innovative banjo players and resonant si
 ngers in the world today. With their ground-breaking albums Banjophony and
  Banjophonics (what a gob full!) and the thrilling third album out in Octo
 ber\, these virtuosos have created a breath-taking union of Irish tenor ba
 njo and 5-string bluegrass banjo\, forging a sound that is as thrilling as
  it is unprecedented. They will be on the road October 2025 with a brand n
 ew\, much anticipated album called Banjovial!\n\nDamien O’Kane\, renowne
 d for his work with Barnsley songstress Kate Rusby\, a maestro of Irish tr
 aditional music\, brings dazzling precision and melodic brilliance to the 
 tenor banjo\, an instrument central to his Irish roots and one in which he
  is considered one of the greatest players around the globe. Meanwhile\, R
 on Block\, famed for his work with Alison Krauss & Union Station\, infuses
  his signature 5-string bluegrass banjo with soulful depth\, rhythmic inno
 vation\, and unmatched artistry. Together\, their styles intertwine in an 
 exhilarating dance of technical mastery and heartfelt expression.\n\nFrom 
 the first notes of Banjophony to the innovative explorations of Banjophoni
 cs to the pinpoint picking of Banjovial\, these albums and their live show
 s redefine what banjos can achieve. The blending of traditions results in 
 music that is at once rooted in history and boldly modern. Their arrangeme
 nts soar with energy\, intricate interplay\, and a shared passion that is 
 palpable in every note. Both Damien and Ron are not only world-class music
 ians but also distinctive singers\, whose voices add warmth and texture to
  their already remarkable soundscapes.\n\nCritics and fans alike have hail
 ed this collaboration as a revolution in acoustic music. As innovators at 
 the peak of their powers\, O’Kane and Block prove that the banjo is not 
 merely an instrument of tradition but a vehicle for limitless creativity a
 nd joy.\n\nExperience their brilliance live as they tour with their stella
 r band\, featuring Scotland’s Duncan Lyall on bass and moog and Ireland
 ’s Steven Byrnes on guitars and percussion. Step into the world of ‘Co
 -operating banjos’— where boundaries dissolve and musical magic begins
 .\n\n"I challenge banjo non-believers not to be charmed." — The Journal 
 of Music\n\n"I was utterly blown away by these guys. Exquisite musicianshi
 p. My gig of the year." — Ralph McTell\n\n"…inspirational…a new and 
 innovative sound. The energy\, groove and technique on will inspire musici
 ans of any genre." – Gerry ‘Banjo’ O’Connor\n\nAs ever there will 
 be a warm St Nick's welcome\, our famous reasonably priced licensed gig ba
 r\, and a brilliant night of music in a very special building. Hope you ca
 n make it.
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LOCATION:St Nicholas' Church
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