misterdale Posted May 25, 2005 Report Share Posted May 25, 2005 Benny GallagherFriday 2nd SeptemberDoors Open 8.30pm/Onstage 9.30pm13.50 (9 concessions and Regulars)For a songwriter of sheer quality and distinction you need look no further than Benny Gallagher. He began his career as a staff writer with the Beatles publishing company writing songs for Apple Records biggest artist Mary Hopkin with the encouragement of Paul McCartney.In 1970 his and Graham Lyle's astute composing ability propelled the band McGuinness-Flint to the top of the charts with When I'm Dead and Gone and Malt and Barley Blues. Then came the duo's own hits including Heart on my Sleeve and I Wanna Stay With You . Their Breakaway album was a huge success even more so when the title track was covered by Art Garfunkel.On record he has worked with Paul McCartney, Eric Clapton, Pete Townshend and Ronnie Wood while his songs have been covered by Bryan Ferry, Don Williams, Garth Brooks, Status Quo, Phil Everly and Simon and Garfunkel.details Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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