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Fadó this Friday | O’Brien’s in Temple on Saturday
Posted by on May 6, 2010
We just added a new show at Fadó in Austin this Friday, May 7. We can’t stay away! And Saturday we’ll be in Temple at O’Brien’s. The only place to be in Temple! Both shows start at 10 PM. (read more)
The HAWGS of Texas are upon us…
Posted by on April 22, 2010
Headin’ for the Hawgs of Texas Bike Rally in Somerville today. We’ve heard all kinds of crazy things about the fun we’re in for tonight. If you wanna join us, it’s $55 at the gate for all five days of Hawg heaven. We’re only there for the first night (which means we’re going to miss headliners Three Dog Night), and then it’s onwards to Austin tomorrow and back to Houston on Saturday.… (read more)
Your Man Phil
Posted by on March 30, 2010
Before moving on from Dublin a couple days ago, Blaggards had one more essential visit to pay. We are in Killarney now, about to hit the road for the Cliffs of Moher and then onwards for two nights in Galway town. (read more)
We’re in Dublin
Posted by on March 27, 2010
Just got into our hotel after a really fun morning in Dublin. Our guide, Tim O’Toole of Hammond Tours, picked us up from Dublin Airport in a very comfy Mercedes motor coach and gave us a really fun tour of Dublin, culminating in a two-hour stop at the Guinness Storehouse (kind of like Willy Wonka’s Chocolate Factory, except with beer). Tim has been great fun–really looking forward to the rest… (read more)
Rockin’ Road to Dublin
Posted by on March 25, 2010
We’ve just launched a new site design to correspond with our first Ireland tour. Some things are worth staying up all night to get done on time, and this is one of those things. Still tweaking a few sections, but hey, it lives! Last night we played a few songs at Walter’s on Washington as part of a showcase organized by our friend Benjamin Wesley. Great time! Many thanks to Ben and all those who… (read more)
PADDY’S DAY in HOUSTON!
Posted by on March 16, 2010
The Continental Club presents… Blaggards’ 1st Annual Saint Paddy’s Day! The Mighty Orq and the Allen Oldies Band join us for a whole day of ROCK and revelry at the finest music venue in Houston. Early show starts at 4 PM, late show starts at 8 PM. 4 – 7 pm: NO COVER 7 pm onwards: $10 advance tickets, $12 at the door BUY TICKETS ONLINE (read more)
Keep Irish Aires on the Air!
Posted by on November 6, 2009
Our good friends at Irish Aires on KPFT 90.1 FM need your help! Please consider making a donation to help keep this very important show on the air. Irish Aires was the first show to play Blaggards on the radio and have been faithfully promoting our shows for years. Tune in Saturday to 90.1 FM (or online at http://www.kpft.org) 6-7 PM & call 713-526-5738 to make a pledge of $25 or more. Tell ‘em… (read more)
Contest at MetalMartyr.com: Win "Standards" CD and T-Shirt
Posted by on August 11, 2009
BIG THANKS to Eric Johnson of MetalMartyr.com for putting up this really cool article about us. You can win a copy of “Standards” and a t-shirt… all you have to do is leave a comment on the article (on his site, not here). (read more)
MP3 of Blaggards on KPFT
Posted by on August 9, 2009
Here’s an mp3 of our appearance on Saturday’s Irish Aires show on KPFT 90.1 FM in Houston, TX. Irish Aires airs every Saturday at 6 PM Central, and every show is archived online. Thanks again Jay! (read more)
Blaggards on KPFT this Saturday — Listen Online
Posted by on August 7, 2009
Blaggards will perform on KPFT 90.1 FM tomorrow, Saturday, August 8, 6 PM on Irish Aires with Pete Little and Jay Dooling. No matter where you are, you can listen online: http://www.kpft.org/ Cheers!BLAGGARDS (read more)
Vote for Blaggards in the Houston Press Music Awards
Posted by on July 2, 2009
Thanks to YOU, we got two nominations in the 2009 Houston Press Music Awards. But the work’s not over yet… Vote today…. online! Find us in the categories BEST ROCK and BEST MISC INSTRUMENT (Chris Buckley, Fiddle). http://polls.houstonpress.com/polls/hou/musicawards2009/ Cheers and thanks to you all! NOTE: Houston Press is not going to use your contact information for any nefarious purposes.… (read more)
NEW DETAILS: Blaggards IRELAND TOUR March 2010
Posted by on May 6, 2009
We’ve finally got news! Check out http://blaggards.com/ireland2010/ for the latest. You can also join the event pages on Facebook and MySpace. (read more)
Houston International Festival THIS WEEKEND!
Posted by on April 15, 2009
The Houston International Festival–focusing on IRELAND–starts this weekend! In addition to FOUR appearances during the festival proper, we are honored to be the only band featured at the iFest’s official opening ceremony this Friday.  Map of Festival Grounds (PDF) Friday, April 17 FREE ADMISSION!  Opening Ceremony (Center Stage), 12:00 PM & 1:00 PM w/ the Cass Irish Dancers Also enjoy a FREE… (read more)
Spring 2009 Calendar Highlights
Posted by on January 22, 2009
Our 2009 calender is filling up fast! Here are some highlights of the ROCK still to come… * March 6 – St. Blaggard’s Day @ O’Bannon’s in College Station (that’s right, there is now an official BLAGGARDS holiday) * March 14 – Jax Irish Fest in Jacksonville, FL * March 17 – Paddy’s Day @ Lynch’s Irish Pub, Jax Beach, FL * April 4 & 5 – San Antonio Highland Games and Celtic Music… (read more)