John Ginty - Hammond B3 Organ/Piano/Keyboards/Strings/Drums/Melodica
Leroy MacCartneys - Bass Guitar
Barry MacCartneys - Electric Guitar
The Defectors..-Past & Presence.
Kyle Brown Page,Bryan Urgertachea, Ted Moore, Pat Quinn, Declan Fahey, Darren Garvey,Bryan Sansom,Ryan Nelson,C.J,Ben Smith,Gill Alexander
New Orleans based Irish Singer-Songwriter Danny has released his debut record "Grace & Mercy" on TL Records(New Jersey) here in the states in early Jan 08, Danny ( A product of a working musician's family from Donegal in the Northwest of Ireland) has been on the road as a full-time musician since leaving home in Donegal at the age of 17, Touring Scandanavia,Europe, & America. Pulling from as many different styles and influences as there are musical tastes in the Defectors, while conjuring up every bit of road,dirt & gravel that DB has rolled in or passed over since first setting out from home. Danny's voice and His Band The Defectors style have drawn the comparisons of Van Morrison,The Pogues, Richard Thompson, Steve Earle, and Ryan Adams. What Danny describes as "just roots music" contains elements of Soul, Blues, Country, folk ,Hip-Hop, Reggae, Traditional Music.
On Grace & Mercy, Danny let the listener ride shotgun while taking them on a journey some roads recognizable others unfamiliar.Danny has poored his heart and soul into the record and it has recieved a strong cult like following.
Danny was featured in the critically acclaimed documentary "The Fairytale of New York", about Irish living-legend singer/songwriter Shane McGowan (Pogues) which is aired regularly on Irish National Television. Several years of extensive touring throughout Europe and the United States have allowed for the pleasure of sharing the stage with such greats as The John Ginty Band,The Greencards,Paddy Casey, Damien Dempsey, Seanchai & the Unity Squad,as well as playing the legendary 'Writers Night 'at the Bluebird Cafe Nashville-home to the greats such as Townes Van Zant, Guy Clark, Emmy Lou Harris, Steve Earle...
Danny Burns is currently performing throughout the U.S with His Band.
What people are saying about Danny Burns...
"Danny Burns songs can uplift, inspire, and scare the crap out of you, while his voice literally paints the landscape of his homeland. As far as I'm concerned THIS IS Irish music." - JOHN GINTY -( Grammy winning organist and producer..)
"Grace & Mercy is a pleasant listen. Burns'vocals are warm with a guttural street sense about them. The songs have some soul, some folk-rock..."
REAL CHICAGO...
"Danny is one of the Hottest new songwriters on the scene, with a guitar & a voice that can cripple you..you cant miss this guy!!" - THE ZODIAC SESSIONS - Dublin..(Ireland's premier songwriters night..)
"GREAT TUNES!!" - PADDY CASEY..(MTV'S ARTIST OF THE WEEK)
"I was intrigued when I found Danny Burns & The Defectors, a rootsy, folky, rockin' kind of band with an Irish front man currently living in the US. Their CD, "Grace and Mercy," is filled with an endless variety of soulful, acoustic based and lyrically rich songs that I enjoyed listening to. Burns' words are strong, colorful, and full of imagery ..." - Listeners Generation
"He's a great songwriter." - DAMIEN DEMPSEY..(3 TIME METEOR AWARD WINNER ..)
"The next generation of balladeers. One to watch!" - HOME & AWAY NYC
"Danny Burns hits listeners in a number of different ways. The leader of the Defectors is adept at delivering folksy numbers, straightforward rockers, Celtic-laced tracks and pop-rock gems...
"-ASBURY PARK PRESS N.J...
"Great songs and voice..." - CAROL YOUNG - The Greencards (2008 Grammy Nominee)
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Danny Burns & The Defectors are Managed by Keir Bailey for:
Tour Logic, LLC.
145 Route 31N
Suite 23
Pennington, NJ 08534
USA
FGC’s only Chicago appearance of the summer is coming up on Friday July 17th at the Abbey Pub. This will be an Ages 18+ show with special supporting acts: Lobster Newberg and The Rubblebucket Orchestra. This Hometown Throwdown is a show not to be missed…hope to see you there!!
In the meantime, check out all three of our Summer Camp Festival sets on the Live Music Archive for free stream/download! Visit our MySpace blog for the links.
We also want to invite our Myspace friends to connect with us on Facebook. Click the links for the FGC Group and FGC Page, both great ways to stay in touch with the band and link up with other fans.
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Hey Danny! Do you know if you are on the jukebox at the bar because I am soo going to play it if you are!! : ) I didn't realize I worked with such a celebrity are we going to have to hire you body guards and get a sharpie. I so want the first autograph! LOL!!!
Cop the Killa Beast EP!! OUT NOW! The Killa Beast EP is packed with 17 jams which includes such hits as "Take It Slow", "Glorious", & "DoYu". Enjoy bonus tracks from hip hop group MadeMen (Bizzle Boy Affiliates).
Hello, it's me, Ruby Jane.To those who don't know me, I am a 14 year old fiddler, songwriter. I have some songs posted that are fresh out of the studio. Let me know if you like the new songs..be one of the first to hear, even before they are released!Thanks! new videos too! Ruby Jane
hi danny,hope yr flyin it,gathering for sure b4 not to long,we gotta launch nolans new venture,am dew back to the states,workin on a few ideas,besta luck for now,jim
You've got some great music and a great page here! Thanks for your friendship, and welcome aboard the Redline ship. Looking forward to sharing the journey ahead with you. Take Care, and thanks again. Peace,
do u like sea ? sometimes it looks calm and peace but sometimes it makes waves
did u got covered with spray ? maybe u wonder why does i ask so .. well , coz just now i have finished my newest tune named spray :)
spray is very beautiful and thrilling in the twinkling of an eye it's so out of control that we r hard 2 catch its come and go
what's ur come and go ? i sincerely invite u 2 listen ( or experience ) and leave me a review if u r willing 2 share ur personal spray in life also welcome 2 my newest blog "New Tune Release : Spray"
Every time that we listen & write music... play an instrument... dance... act in a play... or work in some audio/image/video engineering process... something is healing inside...
When we share it with friends... something is healing all over...
Love can drive... in a simple way... everything
We are connected
Vibejays & Friends
------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Estimada/o Danny Burns & The Defectors,
cada vez que escuchamos o escribimos musica... tocamos un instrumento... bailamos... o trabajamos en procesos de ingenieria de audio/imagen/video.... algo se sana por dentro...
Cuando lo compartimos con amigos... algo se sana en todas partes...
El Amor puede conducir... de manera simple... todo...
Hi Danny, This is the videoclip of my song released by Universal this week. Would you be so kind and please give your (honoust) opinion on the youtube channel for me ? Would be great !!
The Domino Effect is a star-studded tribute concert celebrating the life and influence of rock and roll legend Fats Domino. Musical legends from far and wide are gathering in New Orleans for one historic night to pay tribute to Fats and his feats throughout his lifetime. A portion of the proceeds from this music extravaganza will benefit the Brees Dream Foundation bettering local playgrounds and outdoor recreation sites for the children of New Orleans. May 30th, New Orleans Arena.
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