The Ireland Podcast

62. Gerry McAvoy: Rory Gallagher's Bassist - Part 1


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Gerry McAvoy is a bass guitarist best known for his long tenure with Rory Gallagher's band, with whom he played from 1971 until 1991.


Conversation includes: introductions; learning the bass; meeting Rory for the first time; early gigging days with Deep Joy; getting the call to try out for recording; the recording sessions of Rory Gallagher (1971), Deuce (1971), recording Live in Europe using a mobile (1972), Blueprint (1973); Wilgar Campbell; Vincent Crane; Lou Martin; Rod de'Ath; Henry McCullough; Eugene; Joe Meek; Dave Fanning; remasters; Daniel Gallagher; Wilgar leaving; Rick Astley; Finbar Nolan; The Nolan Sisters and other topics.


Relevant Links

http://www.bandoffriends.eu/

https://songwhip.com/bandoffriends

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7g5LeUgD6QfuTQU8mijfRq?si=a592a89d42fb43d3

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