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Shenaniganz

 
Shenaniganz

Irish celtic scottish

12 songs
33.6K plays
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Picture for song '40 pound float / Hills of Connemara' by artist 'Shenaniganz'

40 pound float / Hills of Connemara

A couple of great tunes we use to start our live performances with
$0.75
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Picture for song 'Leaving of Liverpool' by artist 'Shenaniganz'

Leaving of Liverpool

A sad song for scouser's the world over. Personally I think it's a happy day that you would be leaving the place.
$0.75
free
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Picture for song 'Whip Jamboree/Drunken Sailor' by artist 'Shenaniganz'

Whip Jamboree/Drunken Sailor

A song for any Sailor types out there. You can almost feel the cat o nine tails ripping flesh from your back Arrrr !
$0.75
free
4
Picture for song 'Slainte Wee Willy' by artist 'Shenaniganz'

Slainte Wee Willy

A heart warming tribute to a Father.
$0.75
free
5
Picture for song 'Pog Mo Thoin' by artist 'Shenaniganz'

Pog Mo Thoin

Pronounced "pogue mahone" It's a Gaelic phrase to be used every day. listen and find out what it means !
$0.75
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Shenaniganz music is described by the band as Irish trad/rock with lashings of punk. Musical influences are an international Celtic fusion of The Pogues, The Dubliners, The Proclaimers, Scottish band Runrig and kiwi band Banshee Reel. Songs range from old favourites like Whiskey in the Jar, The Irish Rover and Dirty Old Town, to a punked version of Waxie’s Dargle and some Shenaniganz originals. The band is an eclectic mix of five very individual people with one ambition: to have a great time playing Irish music. Formed in 2001, Shenaniganz is the brainchild of musician Brian Jeffs. Brian has been in many bands over the past 30 years, gigging in many North Island pubs. “I was looking for music that could keep the crowds happy without bursting eardrums. Irish music is the perfect answer.” Brian, who plays mandolin, guitar and banjo, got together with a guitarist friend, gathered some songs and invited bass guitarist Denise Hudson to join. “I’d been wanting to join an Irish band for years,” said Denise, who was classically trained on double bass, playing in orchestras and musical theatre since her teens. The band became a four piece with the addition of a young fiddler, and they practised through 2001 with few gigs before the fiddler and guitarist both left to follow their respective careers. This became a turning point for the band. A mutual friend introduced singer/guitarist Keith Maynard, who had been playing bass in an Irish band in Tauranga. “I was looking for something closer to home (Hamilton), and we just clicked.” In early 2003 the band felt they needed more musical drive, and invited Keith’s father and veteran drummer Norm Maynard to join in for a couple of gigs. The addition was magical, and Norm instantly became an integral part of the band. Norm has been prominent in the New Zealand music scene for many years, performing in many big bands, small combos, and has even been recorded for the NZBC in Wellington in the 1960's. He has also taught many of Hamilton’s younger drummers including Jordan Bell from Katchafire. The newest addition to the band is fiddler Adam Maha. Although still in high school, Adam is a seasoned performer and is also the leader of the Waikato Youth Symphony Orchestra. He has strong Irish connections, and last year was the national youth champion in Irish tap dance. Shenaniganz have just completed recording for their debut CD titled Greendaze, which is due for release in December.
Have you performed in front of an audience?
we play live anywhere anytime, as long as the price is right. We always have a ball.
What equipment do you use?
Guinness powered vocals and instrumentals.
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