TOM Sessions

A few of us playing this Wednesday night 15th

Fabulous Joni Mitchell tribute act tonight

So sad to hear of the passing of Hugo O’Donovan, arguably the most colourful and dynamic of all the TOM Sessions performers and all round fantastic guy. Himself and John Buckley will be at all the Open Mics in heaven. RIP Hugo 💔

The backbone of all our sessions and the reason we all came together in the first place is off to the next life, we don’t even know yet how much we’ll miss him. Many many good times, songs and sessions. RIP John.

Wishing everyone a fantastic 2022 and hopefully we’ll all be back on a stage somewhere sometime in the not too distant future, take care, 🎶 and ❤️ conquers all

Hi all, so with the news this evening that indoor music will be allowed from 6th Sept at 60% capacity what’s the appetite to resume the TOM Sessions at some point in the next few months ? Let me know what you think 🤔

We’ll also have to get a new venue and see what’s the best way to move on.

Huge congratulations to Maggie O'Neill on the arrival of baby Dylan, looking forward to seeing you back on stage in the not too distant future !

Hi all,

I really hope to be back with the TOM Sessions in 2021, where and when no one knows yet but when the dust settles let's see what's still standing.

We were off to a great start over the first 6 months so thanks again to all who bared their soul and took a leap into the unknown or took it all in their stride.

TOM Sessions played host to some big names in that time and has watched their music star continue to rise and shine, most notably Richie Power with his new album Howlin at the moon, Kairen Caine with her single Turning Tide from her forthcoming album, Paul J Bolger with his self titled album and of course Karen Coss with a great new video for her song Free.

I want to wish each and everyone of you a Merry Christmas and all the blessings of the season.

Rock on my friends ❤ 🎸🎙

Brian

A drummer friend of mine has just named his recently born twin girls, Anna one Anna two

A firm favourite of mine to both listen to and play, this is a great cover from Mike Masse https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=z3hSG-b_dQ4

Free Fallin' (acoustic Tom Petty cover) - Mike Masse and Jeff Hall Free Fallin' by Tom Petty, an acoustic cover performed by Mike Masse and Jeff Hall. For booking information: https://mikemasse.com/contact/ Listen on Spotify...

May be early days but some good news .... https://www.facebook.com/139214626119273/posts/4578369425537082/?sfnsn=mo&extid=9i0rXqTeJu23FbMw

‘Wet pubs’ will be allowed to hold live-music sessions when they reopen By Vivienne Clarke 'Wet pubs' will be allowed to host live music when they reopen on September 21st, according...

Best T Shirt in a while

Looking forward to getting back to the TOM Sessions some time, don't know where, don't know when, meanwhile this is gorgeous, apart from the cough in the middle !

https://youtu.be/momdVmE47WY

Elbow - Witchita Lineman (Glen Campbell cover) Radio 2 Breakfast Elbow performed a stunning cover of country legend Glen Campbell classic 'Wichita Lineman' for Zoe Ball on Radio 2.

So we had our first watch party tonight on the TOM Sessions Wired page, thanks to all who recorded themselves and posted it there, not easy sometimes. Great fun watching them all together, we might do a few more soon. Don't forget you can join up anytime and take part too. 🎤🎸🎼

30 mins to TOM Sessions Wired Watch Party 😎

RIP John Prine. So many of his songs performed at TOM Sessions and I know many more will in the future. Huge inspiration to so many near and far.

Not too shabby a version 😆

When the TOM Sessions return, it will be in a new home, unfortunately our good friend Pat has decided to call it a day, thank you Pat for being a most accommodating and generous host. We were lucky to have a great venue.

Hi everyone, having spoken to various people in the last few days I feel it is only right to cancel tonights TOM session in light of current recommendations. It is only right that we support our healthcare professionals who are doing all they can to minimise the spread of this virus. Why should we potentially add to their load ?

The whole idea of the TOM Sessions being a warm, friendly, intimate and supportive group in a small venue does not stack up well to current thinking and advice.

Apologies to anyone who is disappointed or put out by this. In the meantime we will all keep playing, writing and be back when the coast is clear.

Brian aka TOM Sessions

We're going to have a great night on Tuesday, we're full to the rafters .... see you all at 8pm 🎵🎙🎸

We've had to cancel tomorrow nights much anticipated TOM Session but we're back the second Tuesday in March as usual. Keep an eye out for the event posting here. Until then 🎸🎵🎙

https://www.facebook.com/1588125848068653/posts/2506371896244039/

Celebrating 100 followers, thank you for your support and looking foward to seeing you again or for the first time at a TOM session soon.

Next TOM session Feb 11th, will post the event page shortly 👍

What a fantastic TOM session last night, 10 great acts showcasing the wonderful talent that is in Tramore, Clonmel, Waterford City and as far as Limerick.

We had a great crowd in soaking up 2 1/2 hours of singer songwriter originals, covers, original poetry, story telling, spoken word lyrics and a Bull McCabe scene from the field. Special thanks to all the performers, Brian Enright, Joanna Corcoran, Karen Coss, John Buckley, Gerry Costello, Hugo O Donovan, Ellie Mackey, Breege Phelan and Will McLellan duo The Word of O, Kitty Kaboodle aka Cathy Desmond, John Carew and Paul J Bolger. Thanks also to Pat O'Hanlon for the venue and delicious finger food and all those that came along to listen.

We'll do it all again next month 🎙🎵🔈

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Looking forward to tonight's line up, it's going to be another fantastic session, first act 8pm 🎙🎶🔈

TOM Sessions, aka Tramore Open Mic, wishes all the brilliant performers and their loved ones the very best this Christmas and for 2020. Each TOM is a such a special night and thanks to each and every one of you for making it so. There's nothing like the heartfelt and passionate performances we see at every session and no doubt next year will be every bit as good. Keep it live. Brian

Another brilliant Tramore Open Mic last night, great performances by John Buckley, Brendan Butler, Gerry Costello and Rob Martin aka Homesoul, Paul Bolger with Mick Wall on lead guitar, Brian Enright and Hugo O'Donovan. Once again the venue was superb and thanks to Pat O'Hanlon for the food 🍗🌯🌮 also.
Thats it for this year so Happy Christmas 🎄 to you and yours and we'll do it all next month so look out for the event post here, book your place and give the world your 15 mins 🎙

Delighted to say we're fully booked again for this coming Tuesday 10th. Come along for a listen or even grab the slot we always leave for someone on the night🎙

Another great big TOM night last night, from inspirational spoken word to American folk classics to amazing originals to the Rudy Blooms strutting their stuff. Thanks again to all the performers and Pat in the Banyan for the great food. Watch out for the December event post coming soon.

November's TOM is going to be a cracker ! Great list of performers lined up, come along and sample the atmosphere.