That Irish Guy

Toe tapping good time Irish music. Audience is coerced to join in and sing along and generally make fools of themselves. Serious ballads about Ireland and political songs pertaining to Ireland. For the more broad minded i have a selection of bawdy songs with adult themes and language. A good time is guaranteed.

I am a true born Irish man living in Olympia Washington. My name is Emmet Mc Elhinney and i was born in the little town of Omagh, Co Tyrone Ireland in 1974. I was born to be an Irish entertainer. My great uncle is Tommy Makem aka the Grandfather of Irish folk here in the USA and at home. My other 2 uncles Tom and Jimmy Sweeney played for years across Canada and America as part of the folk group Barley Bree.

When you hire That Irish Guy you are guaranteed 2 things. Lots of toe tapping, hand clapping, sing a long songs (some you know,some you don't) and a GOOD TIME.... Audience participation is encouraged at all times. Irish folk song standards (whiskey in the jar, black velvet band, drunken sailor etc) songs from England (Richard Thompson etc) Canada (Stan Rogers etc) sea shanties, pirate songs, songs for the more broad minded audience, a little bit of country music, some rock and roll, something for everybody to sing and dance to.

Before i left Arizona to come to Olympia i recorded a live album at 'Connors Irish Pub in Phoenix and it is available to buy as a download or a physical cd.

I hope you will consider making THAT IRISH GUY the entertainment choice for your next event. Remember, Irish music is not just for St Patrick's day...its for life..