Declan Nerney
Irish singer-songwriter
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Declan Nerney (born c. 1959) is an Irish singer-songwriter.[1][2] Born in Drumlish, County Longford,[3] he started at the age of 16 in a local band, "The Hi-Lows". His big break came with his autobiographical song "The Marquee in Drumlish".[4]
OriginDrumlish, County Longford, Ireland
GenresCountry and Irish
OccupationsSinger-songwriter, musician
InstrumentsSinging, guitar, banjo, steel guitar
Declan Nerney | |
|---|---|
| Origin | Drumlish, County Longford, Ireland |
| Genres | Country and Irish |
| Occupations | Singer-songwriter, musician |
| Instruments | Singing, guitar, banjo, steel guitar |
| Years active | Late 1980s – present |
| Label | Hooley Records |
| Website | Official website |
His early education was at the Ennybegs National School in Longford. Later he attended St Mel's College, Longford, where he sat his Leaving Certificate. He was brought up on a small farm and has a passion for vintage tractors. His niece, Una Healy, was a member of the band The Saturdays.[5]
Bands
- The Hi-Lo's
- Gene Stuart Band[6]
- Brian Coll and the Buckaroos[6]
Songs and songwriting
Working with Henry McMahon, he has penned songs such as
- Marquee in Drumlish
- Anna from Fermanagh
- Gotta get up in the Mornin'
- Christmas Hooley
- Barry & Dunne
- Three Way Love Affair
- Hooley in the Sun
