Steve Wickham and Ray Coen (Waterboys / No Crows)

STEVE WICKHAM & RAY COEN

Steve is known as an integral member of The Waterboys, joining in 1985 for the celebrated ‘This is The Sea’ album and went on to record on Most of their subsequent albums to date. Wickham is also a highly regarded session violinist and has recorded and performed with U2, Elvis Costello, Sinead O’Connor, Bob Dylan, Sharon Shannon and many other

artists in the worlds of rock, traditional and folk music. He has played on over a 100

releases since he made his recording debut with U2 on their break through album,

War, playing on “Sunday Bloody Sunday” and “Drowning Man” in 1982.

Ray Coen hails from Drumiskabole, Ballisodare, County Sligo and has many years

experience as both a guitar and fiddle player. His first musical memory is singing

and dancing in the family kitchen. He got his first guitar at age 11, but didn’t tune

it until he was 13. Into his teens, he turned to electric guitar, playing Rock’n’Roll

and Heavy Metal with his first bands Bad Taste and China Red. Eventually the Sligo

traditional music scene started calling to him, and he started playing mandola,

banjo and fiddle.

Both Steve and Ray are founding members of Sligo Based world music group No Crows. The

‘Crows’ have made many recordings and continue to tour extensively.

Welcome to McKowski Cafe, a weekly happening taking place each Thursday, where you get the chance to see your favourite artists in the very intimate setting of the speakeasy bar of the Harrison Hotel. Each night is curated by Mark McKowksi, introducing a special musical guest for a live performance in The Live Lounge, with table service and candlelight vibes, followed by vinyl listening in the speakeasy bar for those who wish to stay for a late drink. Tickets are extremely limited so advanced booking is advised. Tickets are £15 per show (plus booking fee). Special combo offers available for a room and ticket for those wishing to stay the night. Also season tickets available for £100 so you can attend every show this season.

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