voc, 1926-1969 IE
Singer of Folk
John Reilly, (ca. 1926 - 1969) was a traditional Irish singer.He was a settled Irish Traveller who lived in Boyle, Co Roscommon, and is thought have hailed from Carrick-on-Shannon in Co Leitrim. He was a profound influence on many popular folk and traditional singers and was often frequented by song collectors from Ireland such as Tom Munnelly.Moore wrote of Reilly: "He was a generous and gentle man, totally bemused and very tickled when his singing gained the attention of the folklorists."
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Title | Artist | Year | Type |
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The Bonny Green Tree | John Reilly | 1978 | Album |