Band of Friends return in 2026

We are very pleased to confirm 3 new shows in 2026 already!

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Band of Friends return for an unprecedented 3 night stint at the Centenary, Peel.

The band had such a blast just a mere 3 weeks ago, that they have tacked us on to their 2026 plans. Adding the extra date seems a formality. The last couple of shows sold in just 8 hours. We tried getting word out and by the time they had sold, there was a queue of keen Rory fans waiting. We did manage to accommodate a few with last minute ticket returns. We have added Waiting Lists to all 3 nights to ensure as many folk get to see them.

I was in conversation with the band that we could easily have considered the Gaiety considering the demand. Gerry, Davy and Brendan all insisted on keeping everyone within eyesight! It’s heartening to know musicians of this calibre, still believe in the magical connection with the concert-goer.

I think this photo expresses exactly why they opt for the intimate show. They get a real feel for the crowd and I feel sure the experience is mutual with the fans.

Aside from bass gremlins, the set up will remain entirely the same. Those who were lucky enough to catch a show, were treated to a classic setlist from the rich back-catalogue of Rory Gallagher. We are drafting Sound Engineer Seb Fosdal in on desk duties, ably assisted by our Centenary Lighting Engineer.

One set. No support. No interval.

Doors 7.15pm into the Theatre for 8pm promo start.

It was great to hear Gerry and Brendan’s recollections(mostly) of their times in the band and on the live circuit. Playing huge venues throughout the world. Rory’s legacy gets a new lease of life. It can’t be too understated what Davy Knowles brings to the mix. Aside from his own reverence of all things Rory. His presence and mutual respect of this long standing band members does not go unnoticed throughout their shows.

We are really pleased to bring them back.

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That is not all the news.

High Fade play PSM Town Hall Sat 17 May 2025 and there are just 24 tickets left. We re unable to add a second night due to the band’s commitments. An immense amount of work went into securing this trio. They have since gone viral (in a good way!) selling out their entire UK/Irish tour just gone. They now jet off to a huge US tour which is also almost fully sold out. Word is out there. Be sure not to miss out. Local funksters Dusty Plankton will be pushing the groove as able support.

Only 10 weeks ago, we featured Tom McRae at Peel Cathedral, St Germans. It was wondrous, emotive and an absolute joy to showcase. He played over 2hours, drawing from his entire catalogue aswell as offering an informative lesson on the acoustics of church buildings. Saint Shy offered a splendid support slot battling through an early sound issue.

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We enjoyed staging that show that we hope to announce a special show there on Sat 13th September 2025. Save the date and head to the mailing list for up to date news at lenny@triskelpromo.com

Lastly,Triskel is working on some other artistes, possibly with a return to the Gaiety……….

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King Creosote announcement

Some folks may have heard, rightly, that Triskel’s next announcement was to be Kenny Anderson’s

KING CREOSOTE.

No stranger to playing the Island, having supported SQUEEZE, when Triskel first brought them over to play the Royal Hall in 2007. Kenny Anderson is an extraordinary multi-instrumentalist with a searing voice and ethereal soundscapes that create the most amazing intimate settings. Peel Cathedral was the planned show Sat 21 June 2025. However, Kenny has just come off an exhaustive winter tour and has had the need to take stock. A slew of dates next summer have been shelved for the foreseeable future due to personal, health and family reasons. This is more important than anything, so Triskel are happy to put this show on the back burner, with the hope we can get Kenny back to entertain us another time. Tickets were due to go on sale on Monday 9th December but will now be mothballed until such times as we have KC back at full strength.

Meanwhile, we are a mere month away from the big event, no, not THAT event, the TWO SOLD OUT shows with Gerry McAvoy’s Band of Friends featuring Davy Knowles’ ONLY Island shows in 2025.

The 2 dates sold out in 8 hours unsurprisingly. Rory Gallagher’s legacy is defining in rock music. There are no more authentic replications of these shows than by original band members Gerry McAvoy and his blistering bass playing held together by bandmate Brendan O’ Neill. The fact that Rory has always been a guitar hero for Davy, makes it all the more special to hear these songs again. Back Door Slam did them justice back in the early years but to be in the band Rory PLAYED will make for a special evening.

Triskel are working on other shows as we speak, so we hope to secure some more special occasions for your music lovers.

Thanks for your support and I hope, understanding of this current predicament.

Cheers

Lenny