What happened to Planxty?

Planxty broke up twice, first in December 1975 and again in April 1983. The original quartet reunited in October 2003 and their final performance was on 31 January 2005.

When did Planxty break up?

The band split in 1975, reconvening in 1978, and sundering again in 1982 (Christy and Donal had both left to form Moving Hearts), but now it is time for what the band have wryly christened Planxty’s “third coming”.

When did Christy Moore leave Planxty?

1975
After leaving Planxty in 1975, Moore continued on his solo career, reforming his old band on occasion (which he has been doing ever since). He also formed the band Moving Hearts with Lunny and five other musicians in 1980.

What is the meaning of Planxty?

1 : an Irish melody for the harp written in triplets and slower than the jig. 2 : a dance to a planxty.

What age is Christy Dignam?

61 years (May 23, 1960)
Christy Dignam/Age

How many brothers has Christy Moore?

Once, Christy came over from England to bring his two younger brothers on an ill-fated camping trip.

What instruments did Planxty?

Members. Planxty was an Irish folk music band consisting of soon-to-be-legendary musicians Christy Moore (vocals, acoustic guitar, bodhrán), Dónal Lunny (bouzouki, guitars), Andy Irvine (mandolin, mandola, bouzouki, hurdy-gurdy, harmonica), and Liam O’Flynn (uilleann pipes, tin whistle).

What happened to Christy Dignam as a child?

Early life At the age of six, he was raped by a neighbour. During the meeting with his best friend’s brother, Dignam explained his situation and he was then raped by this man as well. Dignam later suggested his drug addiction may have resulted from the psychological trauma caused by these events.

Who is Christy Dignam daughter?

Kiera Dignam
Christy Dignam/Daughters

Does Christy Moore have a child?

Living in Dun Laoghaire, Co Dublin, with his wife Val, and father to two sons and one daughter, Moore has finally found contentment.

What does Planxty mean?

Where is Andy Irvine from?

London, United Kingdom
Andy Irvine/Place of birth

Where does the name Planxty come from and why?

“Planxty” is thought to be a corruption of the Irish word and popular toast ” sláinte “, meaning “good health.” Another possible explanation is that it is derived from the Latin planctus, a medieval lament composed in honor of a deceased person or a tragic event.

What was the name of Planxty’s first album?

Studio albums 1 1973: Planxty 2 1973: The Well Below the Valley 3 1974: Cold Blow and the Rainy Night 4 1979: After the Break 5 1980: The Woman I Loved So Well 6 1983: Words & Music

When did Planxty write the well below the valley?

1 1973: Planxty 2 1973: The Well Below the Valley 3 1974: Cold Blow and the Rainy Night 4 1979: After the Break 5 1980: The Woman I Loved So Well 6 1983: Words & Music

When did Planxty play their first show in Ireland?

The band performed on RTÉ ‘s The Late, Late Show the following Saturday, 22 January 1972, and played their first show on 6 March 1972, a 30-minute set at The Mugs Gig on a bill that included balladeer Paddy Reilly. They then assumed a weekly residency at The Mugs Gig, began rehearsing, and started playing live around Ireland.