Down the road
Thanks to everyone who has come over to say hello, buy albums or sign up for the mailing list at the recent shows. It's been great to meet you all, and I hope to see you at some of the dates down the line. Upcoming gigs with The Ronnie Greer Blues Band are marked with a little pic of Ronnie!
Friday February 24th: DRAPERSTOWN: The Supper Club at the Market Inn
My first appearance, playing to the diners at this fine bar restaurant. Call the Market Inn for details of the show, menu and prices etc. They can be reached on 028 7962 8250.
Saturday February 25th: LISBURN: The Island Arts Centre with the Ronnie Greer Band
ALMOST SOLD OUT: Back in Ronnie's home town for what looks like being another fun outing with the Ronnie Greer Blues Band. Call The Island Arts Centre Box Office for details.
Saturday March 3rd: ARMAGH: The Marketplace Theatre with the Ronnie Greer Blues Band
A return to the wonderful Marketplace for an evening of blues and swing in the company of Ronnie Greer and the Blues Band. Call the Marketplace Box Office for ticket details: (028) 3752 1821
Friday April 20th: NEWTOWNARDS: Ards Arts Centre - solo performance
Back with some friends old and new at the Ards Arts Centre for a solo performance playing a selection of tunes including some new songs and stories from the road. Call the Ards Arts Service for details on (028) 9181 0803.
Friday April 27th: DOWNPATRICK: Down Arts Centre - solo performance
A solo gig at the lovely new Down Arts Centre, playing a selection of tunes from the four albums and some special requests and cover versions, too. Call the Down Arts Centre Box Office for ticket details on (028) 4461 0747.
Friday May 4th: BELFAST: No Alibis - solo performance
A welcome return to the coolest bookshop in Belfast and one of the nicest venues. I always have a wonderful time here and this will be a welcome chance to try out some new material and some old favourites in front of the usual warm and welcoming No Alibis audience. Call the shop for details on (028) 9031 9601.
Saturday May 5th: NEWTOWNABBEY: The Courtyard Theatre, Ballyearl with the Ronnie Greer Blues Band
We had a smashing night the last time we played the Ballyearl, and we're really looking forward to being back for an evening of blues and swing. Call the Box Office for details on (028) 9034 0202.
Friday May 11th: LARNE MUSEUM: The Ronnie Greer Blues Band
Our first performance in this new arts centre - more details when we have them.
Friday May 18th: PORTRUSH North West '200' - Marquee gig with the Ronnie Greer Blues Band
Playing for the motorcycle faithful in the marquee at the fabled North West 200 races. What a night to look forward to... we'll give you more details when we have them.
Thursday May24th: COOKSTOWN: In the Round with Brendan Murphy and Brian Houston
A chance to share the stage with two songwriting legends for an evening of songs, chat and stories. Call the box office for ticket details on (028) 8676 9949.
Sunday June 3rd: BELFAST; SD Bells Coffee Shop
A return visit with John McCullough on piano at this elegant and popular coffee shop on the Upper Newtownards Road, playing from 12noon to 2.30pm - my own material laced with a selection of blues and jazz standards. To book, get in touch with the shop on (028) 9047 1774.
Saturday June 9th: ENNISKILLEN: The Arhdhowen Theatre with the Ronnie Greer Blues Band
Back in Enniskillen - always one of our favourite gigs - for another searing night of blues and swing in front of a warm Fermanagh audience by the lakes. Couldn't be better. Get in touch with the Ardhowen Box Office on (028) 6632 5440 for details.
Friday June 15th: LISBURN: Island Arts Centre: In the Round with Bap Kennedy and Ben Glover
An appearance at the lovely Island Arts Centre with two of my favourite songwriters. As always, expect good humour, fine playing and some stories from the road. To book tickets and find out more, get in touch with the Island Arts Centre box office on (028) 9250 9254.
Saturday June 16th: BANBRIDGE: Town Hall - In the Round with Bap Kennedy and Ben Glover
An appearance with two good friends and fine songwriters for the first time in Banbridge as part of the town's annual Buskfest celebrations. More details when we have them!
Saturday June 23rd: CULDAFF: McGrory's - In the Round with Bap Kennedy and Ben Glover
Appearing for the first time in perhaps Donegal's coolest music venue, the mighty McGrory's, with Bap and Ben as part of our mini-tour. Watch out for some new songs and lots of fine playing and stories. More details on bookings when we have them...
Saturday July 14th: QUEBEC: The Black Sheep Inn, Wakefield
Return visit to the fantastic Black Sheep Inn, in Wakefield Quebec for the annual summer gig in Canada. Can't wait!
Thursday August 9th: BANGOR: North Down Museum and Arts Centre - with Ben Glover
Sharing the spotlight with my good friend Ben Glover in this special double headline gig at one of my favourite venues - North Down Museum in Bangor. If you'd like to buy a ticket, call at the centre or Bangor Tourist Information Centre. You can also telephone (028) 9127 1200 for bookings.
Saturday August 11th: BELFAST: Malone Rugby Club with the Ronnie Greer Almost Big Band
Grainne Duffy joins us as special guest for this Almost Big Band gig as part of the Woodstock Rhythm & Blues Festival. More details as the festival plans crystallise...
Saturday October 13th: OMAGH: The Strule Arts Centre, with the Ronnie Greer Band
Return to Omagh for a night at the Strule with Ronnie and the Band.
