Irish country music legend Brian Coll dies at the age of 79
Singer could have been a huge star internationally, says friend Fr Brian Darcy
Singer could have been a huge star internationally, says friend Fr Brian Darcy
‘Being a national treasure for 27 years doesn’t qualify you for much on paper’
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Singer is recalled as ‘Ireland’s Johnny Cash’ as musicians perform a medley of his hits
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Former minister says French-style quota system should be introduced by broadcaster
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