Ellis Island started on St. Patricks Day in 1996, after a couple Casino executives from Harrahs heard Mick Doyle singing with another Irish act at the Dubliner Pub In Omaha. They offered a spot at their Grand Opening on St Patricks Day to Mick and his band. The only problem was Mick did not have a band, but he did have a lot of willing and able friends who were willing to give it a go and so a band was born.
Lead by an Irishman with another one on bass, a Scot, an Italian and a German in the line up, Ellis Island was a natural name for the band. After a couple line up shuffles over the years, Mick and Dave Marsh decided that it would be just the two of them that carried on with an occasional guest musician now and then.
Ellis Island performs 2 3 times a month at bars and pubs in the Omaha and Kansas City area. They have developed a strong following of loyal and enthusiastic fans, some of which bring their own props and instruments to sing along and be a part of the show.
Mick and Dave have played at several festivals including the Omaha Irish Festival, Weston Irish Festival, Sioux Falls Irish Festival and the prestigious Kansas City Irish Festival.
Ellis Island has released three (3) cds Crossing the Pond Live from McGuires and The Whole Shebang.
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Poem 162 of 230, WalkaboutsVerse
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TEES TO TYNE: FIRST IMPRESSIONS - SUMMER 2001
Where traditions are not so rare;
Sea, country and works scent the air;
A multitude of monuments,
Planted tubs and patterned pavements.
The longish pedestrian malls;
The remnants of defensive walls;
Historic buildings are a gauge
Of the respect for heritage.
Wheat, rape and pines in the fields;
Estuaries guarded by shields;
Long sandy beaches and wide scenes;
Romantic-ruin go-betweens.
Rivers in parts licked by trees,
Or fringed by boat clubs, wharfs, gantries,
And crossed by practical delights -
Varied spans, forming pleasing sights.
Fine churches headed at Durham;
Football kits ad infinitum;
Kept castles - one for study;
Masonry behind masonry.
And, with moulding-works out that way,
It’s somewhere for a longer stay..?
(C) David Franks 2003
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Poem 2 of 230, WalkaboutsVerse
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WALKABOUT WITH MY PEN
Once drove an old sedan, up north,
From a place in Sydney to Cairns;
Then to Kuranda I went forth,
By train, to look without set plans.
I browsed through the trendy market,
With fresh fruits of tropical kind;
Walked to the creek through lush thicket -
Nature’s hand giving peace of mind.
I dined in a scenic cafe;
Then, outside, as I wrote for yen,
Some passing Kooris called-out: “Hey,
You go walkabout with your pen.”
Request or question, I don’t know -
Assured voices, elderly men.
That’s now several years ago,
And I’ve seen the world - with my pen.
(C) David Franks 2003
Thanks for the add.
Thank you so much for the add...Ed
Thanks for being a friend!
Helping children hear through Irish music.
Ragland Road Rocked Friday night. Thanks!
Happy St. Pat's guys. Have a pint for us. Peace.
Hi guys! See you on St. Pat's Day!
im so sad i will miss you guys this weekend..but please play the horsey song anyway:) your the best!!xoxo
just droppin by to say happy belated birthday, Mick!
Lots of love,
Heather
Hey Dave, et al! Thanks for the add! Dave, you did such amazing work on our CD - AND one of the ones you played accordion and penny whistle on (Wynken, Blynken and Nod) has been submitted to the Grammys for Best Arrangement and Composition! The CD is on the ballot for Best Children's Album, so tell your friends you're part of an album that's up for Grammys! Thanks for helping us make it Grammy-worthy!
Hiya Mick and Dave! Long time no see! Martha and I probably won't be headed north from Arkansas this season. Maybe Weston Festival and maybe see you there. We shall see. Any news on a new CD from y'all?
Pictures from Saturday at the KC Scottish Highland Games. link
Thanks for the song dedication! lol :P
you guys need a blog to keep us updated on things happening..
once tax season is over we'll be able to make it to see you guys play..
Great show Saturday at OMalleys ...even though I missed Fairytale in NY..anyway thanks for spending St Pats weekend a bit far from home!
See you next time!
Had a great time Saturday night at The Brazen Head!!
Hey ELLIS Island
Thank you for the add
Love your songs mates
Talk to you guys later
Cheers--C.K.M.
Thanks for giving us such a great seminar Mick! You're awesome, Houston's awesome, and it was a pleasure to host the event. I look forward to having you come down again. You've been a great friend and mentor - and I appreciate everything you've done for me over the years!
Much Honor & Respect,
Charlie
Great time this weekend, Lads. Loved the new songs and of course loved the old ones too :) Good to see you both again, it had been too long.
Are you guys coming down for St. Patrick's Day in Weston? No one has a schedule up for that day!! Hope all is well and can't wait to see you both very soon:)
Thanks for the add guys and have a great Christmas.
Best Wishes
Brian
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