- Phil Coulter: Songwriter, musician, record producer from Derry City, County Derry. Born February 19, 1942. Renowned for writing hits like “Puppet on a String” (Eurovision winner 1967) and “Congratulations,” Coulter also composed “Scorn Not His Simplicity,” famously sung by Luke Kelly. He received the Gold Badge from the British Academy of Songwriters.
- Feargal Sharkey: Singer, punk vocalist from Derry City, County Derry. Born August 13, 1958. Lead vocalist of The Undertones, known for punk hits like “Teenage Kicks,” Sharkey later had a successful solo career with songs like “A Good Heart.” He was awarded an OBE for services to music.
- Neil Hannon: Singer-songwriter, frontman of The Divine Comedy from Derry City, County Derry; raised in Enniskillen, Fermanagh. Born November 7, 1970. Hannon’s chamber pop group The Divine Comedy produced hits like “National Express.” His sophisticated songwriting earned him a place among Ireland’s finest, with albums like Office Politics showcasing his versatility.
- John McDaid: Singer-songwriter, musician, producer, member of Snow Patrol from Derry City, County Derry. Born July 24, 1976. A key member of Snow Patrol, McDaid co-wrote hits like “Chasing Cars” and has collaborated with artists like Ed Sheeran and P!nk. His production work spans pop and rock genres.
- Bronagh Gallagher: Singer, actress from Derry City, County Derry. Born April 26, 1972. Known for her soulful voice and acting roles in films like The Commitments, Gallagher fronts her own band and performs jazz and blues-infused music.
- Mickey Bradley: Bassist, radio producer, member of The Undertones from Derry City, County Derry. Born August 13, 1959. Bradley played bass for The Undertones, contributing to their punk sound. He later became a radio producer for BBC Radio Foyle, hosting music programs.
- Seán Doherty: Composer, musicologist, singer from Derry City, County Derry. Born 1987. Doherty composes contemporary classical music, often drawing on Irish themes, and is active in Derry’s cultural scene as a singer and scholar.
- Tim Hegarty: Musician, songwriter from Derry City, County Derry. Born November 7, 1965. Known professionally as Tim Hegarty, he writes and performs across genres, contributing to Derry’s vibrant music scene with original compositions.
- Reevah (Aoife Boyle): Singer-songwriter from Derry City, County Derry. Reevah blends folk and pop, drawing from her artistic family background. Her music, described as atmospheric and heartfelt, has gained traction in Ireland.
- John McNicholl: Country singer from Foreglen, County Derry. A prominent figure in Irish country music, McNicholl’s albums like Something Old, Something New have made him a favourite in Ireland’s country scene.
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County Derry:
Ireland’s county Derry offers a rich historical tapestry, with the city’s 17th-century walls providing a walkable journey through its past. The Guildhall and Tower Museum explore Derry’s maritime and political history, while the Peace Bridge offers scenic views over the River Foyle. Derry is Ireland’s 15th largest county by size (2,067 square km) and sixth largest by population (252,231). Population previously peaked at 222,174 in 1841 and reached its lowest point, 139,693 in 1926. In terms of hospitality, Derry is Ireland’s 16th most visited tourist county with around 135,000 international visitors per year.
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