Chris Andreeti died on friday of lung cancer near his home in Roscommon, he was aged 66 -I think -
Chris was an extraordinary singer who spent most of his life busking and playing fantastic great music in various bands . He was in the Peelers with Mick o'Connor , with kevin Burke and Tom maddon in Lazy Reel (of which there are no known recordings - a great pity ) He also spent some time in San francisco playing with the Mild Colonial Boys. I met him in Amsterdam in the late 70's and have remained in touch. A man of huge heart and beautiful chocolaty voice and a fine harmony singer to boot. I'll miss him.

Chris was responsible for writing the air to a wonderful song - Ballyroan - Delorous Keane recorded it ( not well unfortunately ) My favourite song to sing -

His funeral was today - God bless him !

Martin