Was reared with Joe and his family in Alexander Street,Ballymena.I remember his dad Paddy and all the family.Still see his sister Nancy from time to time.
Thank you for posting this. I come from a poor family in Port Huron, Michigan and when I was about 12 my mother bought a ticket for me to see the Irish Rovers by myself. This song and First Day on the Somme burned holes in my memory, so glad to have found both of them in just the past year. Joe Millar had such a voice, like velvet, like old soft leather, like the finest Shiraz you've ever tasted. I think he also performed The Mountains of Mourne that night but I have never found any recording.
Listening to Joe here, you can really hear the roots of what became American Country music. The phrasing and little grace notes. Joe is as smooth as they come.
I did get this pleasure, back in '03, the lads came through town. Joe sang Bonniewood Green without missing a note! I see he has retired from performing now, but I am glad to have witnessed at least one of the old school Irish balladeers.
I remember listening to "The flower of sweet Strabane" on an old wind up gramophone my Grandmother had, she had lots of these old songs on 78 records, I wish I had them now memories of years ago. Thanks for posting this, I think the singer I listened to was The street singer, no idea who it might have been.
Sadly, Joe Millar (the man singing this one) passed away February 10, 2023 at the age of 87 after a long battle with Alzheimer's disease. Now he is no doubt singing this classic & having a Guinness with Jimmy in heaven. Thanks for the great music and memories Joe.
Was reared with Joe and his family in Alexander Street,Ballymena.I remember his dad Paddy and all the family.Still see his sister Nancy from time to time.
Joe Millar was underrated , nice voice , thank you .
Thank you for posting this. I come from a poor family in Port Huron, Michigan and when I was about 12 my mother bought a ticket for me to see the Irish Rovers by myself. This song and First Day on the Somme burned holes in my memory, so glad to have found both of them in just the past year. Joe Millar had such a voice, like velvet, like old soft leather, like the finest Shiraz you've ever tasted. I think he also performed The Mountains of Mourne that night but I have never found any recording.
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R.I.P. Joe Millar
Listening to Joe here, you can really hear the roots of what became American Country music. The phrasing and little grace notes. Joe is as smooth as they come.
I did get this pleasure, back in '03, the lads came through town. Joe sang Bonniewood Green without missing a note! I see he has retired from performing now, but I am glad to have witnessed at least one of the old school Irish balladeers.
Joe is such a wonderful balladeer, with such a rich voice. Always makes me close my eyes and sway!
I happened upon this group by accident I'm part Irish and I love this group I've always liked Irish Music
by far the best of the Irish Rover singers.
What a wonderful voice and song. thanks for posting.
I remember listening to "The flower of sweet Strabane" on an old wind up gramophone my Grandmother had, she had lots of these old songs on 78 records, I wish I had them now memories of years ago. Thanks for posting this, I think the singer I listened to was The street singer, no idea who it might have been.
Great voice man, so calm and his harmonica is great great job
Just stunning
I wish all music sounded this great
Joe doesn't sing all that much, but when he does. Wow :D.
Agree 100% Fine voice!
Saw them perform inDaytona Beach late 70s. Only song Joe sang was about go lassie go blooming Heather.. I loved him and the song...my name is Heather.
Joe's son, Ian Millar has just as beautiful a voice as his dad. RIP, Joe.
I love this song 🎵 soooooo very very much my bf sent this to me and both me and him fell in love 💖 with it
Joe Millar is an awesome singer.
HERE'S A QUESTION................. WHEN WILL THIS ENTIRE SHOW BE RELEASED ON DVD!!!!!! C'MON NOW!! THIS IS ONE OF THE BEST GROUPS...
I've been asking that same question since at least 2008. That show DESERVES a DVD release.
Lovely version of this song and the story of the old Irish melody so very interesting. Would love to hear more of tem.
love these guys miss them the ones that have since passed
Sadly, Joe Millar (the man singing this one) passed away February 10, 2023 at the age of 87 after a long battle with Alzheimer's disease. Now he is no doubt singing this classic & having a Guinness with Jimmy in heaven. Thanks for the great music and memories Joe.
"If i had that lovely voice"
RIP Joe Millar
Can’t sing a lick, would love to song like this🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰
Wow he has a good voice he should have sung more often.
MTMCC was that in Pittsfield, MA. I was there.
I've got to admit George is my favorite but they're all good.
Agreed
QEPD mr. millar
❤❤❤
Like to see him sing Bonniewood Green.
It's Strabane, but near enough.
It's actually Strabane (e) at end
Just went out to purchase an harmonica
Underated song not sang enough
Love Thee, Notre Dame
N D #29 & S D T T
Respect Coach Knute Rockne:
It's Kuh - newt
Best version of this song I’ve heard, any Spotify link?
Celtic Collection Album by the Irish Rovers om Spotify has this song
god bless I R A