I met Brian in 1990 - 1992 in Sligo. A kind man and a friendly host and a good singer. His songs are hilarious but also serious: the satire in Drumsnot, When I grow up which is full of "Ireland is great but the world is greater", Chantal, the letter to Tim's mother and many more. It was great being in the Silver Swan and the Trades Club during the sessions at Fleadh Cheoil. That is where I got addicted to Irish singing.