Introducing a bit of music into the thread - and a bit of an advert for a favourite singer/songwriter of mine - Have a listen to any of the albums (4 now I think) by Anthony John Clarke. Belfast born and bred, now living on the Wirral in England and doing wonderful stuff in the folk scene.

Very powerful, pithy and sometimes emotive songs. Not specificaly about the troubles but some having obvious references to them. Anthonys songs are about life and his Belfast childhood and later years are an excelent source of inspiration. Without wishing to sound as if I am knocking traditional Irish music - I love most of it - this is Irish music for and about today.

End of thread drift! If anyone wants to start an Anthony John thread feel free - or if anyone wants more info PM me.

Cheers

DtG