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There For Me

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Released: Jan 1, 2009

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There For Me
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Free Gypsy
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Mystery of Life
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Genre: Alternative / Celtic / Rock
Location Ladysmith, Ca
Profile Views: 5359
Last Login: 5/6/2013
Member Since 1/1/2010
Website www.skellig.ca
Type of Label Unsigned
Bio
How Skellig Got Started: Skellig was originally formed in South Africa, after Chris and Lisa moved to Cape Town in 1990. Returning to the UK in 1994, Skellig UK continued for several years, producing two CDs, 'In Another Time' and 'Fragile'. In 2006, Mike O'Shaughnessy from Ladysmith BC joined, followed by his son Will. Dylan Wickham, high school best friends of Will and Caleb, joined in 2011 in the middle of a series of gigs and later recorded on their 2012 album "Kingdom Come". And long-time friend Shelley Brown became an official member in 2011 as well. Skellig Canada was born. Their EP, 'Skellig', was completed in 2009, and their album "Kingdom Come" was completed in 2012. Interesting Facts: It was after losing several drummers, one who literally did disappear, that Skellig realised Caleb, 6 years old at the time, should be trained into the rhythm section. He performed his first festival gig, aged 11 and is still in charge of the skins today, aged 16. Steve Nash had played previously with the Burnesses in a band called 'The Answer', back in the 80's, before disappearing to Scotland. Strong Points: Apart from being competent musicians, Skellig is a true family band and therein lies its great strength. Our audience loves the fact that we are family. This brings a sense of connection with people, young and old. Our fans and fellow musicians are now our extended family here on the island. We support original music, enjoy playing some covers and organizing events for charity, but most of all we have fun!
Members
Chris Burness Lisa Burness Caleb Burness Mike O'Shaughnessy Will O'Shaughnessy Dylan Wickham Shelley Brown
Influences
Irish Folk, Led Zeppelin, U2, Peter Gabriel, Eddie Van Halen, Muse
Sounds Like
U2, Waterboys, Runrig, Led Zeppelin

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May 10

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Watchin hockey tonight? Near Ladysmith? Come watch at the Sporty ... then rock out with Skellig and The Dead Byrds! No cover ... music...

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May 08

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Skellig has a show on 2013-05-10 at 21:00 @ The Ladysmith Inn- Sp... in Ladysmith, BC http://lnk.ms/f1cpR #concert
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May 07

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Streamin summer Skellig songs ... saweet! http://t.co/gu2LjQxOal

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May 02

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Skellig has a show on 2013-05-04 at 19:00 @ Willow Street Cafe in Chemainus, BC http://lnk.ms/f0jf1 #concert
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May 02

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Skellig has a show on 2013-05-04 at 19:00 @ Willow Street Cafe in Chemainus, BC http://t.co/JTSfKMjSck #concert

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