Frances O'Rourke's website is a real treat isn't it? But it does seem that Manchester rather than Liverpool has become the focus for Irish music in the North-West. It is a shame that you won't be here, Noreen, for the festival while you search for fame and fortune in America!!!!. Nevertheless, good luck to you, and all the Shellbacks, on your American journey - but remember how many Irish set off for the New World only to remain in Liverpool for four or five generations!!