Phil Coulter

Funeral takes place in cathedral that was a haven for Hume near the end of his life

Covid-19 complicates community desire to pay respects to man who gave city so much

Peter Hamilton on working with Gay Byrne on For One Night Only

Compromise anthem could run deeper than symbolism of All Blacks’ celebrated Haka

History has proven that Ireland’s Call ‘has ticked the box it was supposed to tick’

The ‘anthem’ writer and hitmaker on his Derry childhood, two marriages and life in music

What elevated the balladeer to a higher plane was that extraordinary voice, hard as a quayside flagstone yet capable of the utmost delicacy and sympathy

Other countries throw stars and hit songwriters at the contest. Is there any path back to glory?

Plus songs you have to hear from 1000 Beasts and Young Fathers

‘What can you gain by doing one-night stands in the US – it is like a midge flying into a hurricane?’

Nan Brennan obituary: Born July 22nd, 1936. Died August 13th 2017

A sop to the Ulster players who won’t sing Amhrán na bhFiann, Ireland’s Call is wrong

The Brennan sisters have lived above the Criterion Bar in Bundoran all their lives

State papers 1986: Government under pressure over proposed ban on South African produce as Dunnes Stores strike continued

Gavin James and Walking on Cars top the most-played Irish lists on Irish radio stations

We all want to spend time with loved ones, so why not invite them for a night out?

Ireland is blessed with a priceless natural resource in tourism terms – its people

Simon Spence delves into the dark history of the Bay City Rollers: underage sex, alcoholism, addiction, pornography and penury. It’s all here in sticky detail

Ireland’s quest for unprecedented third successive Six Nations title begins with result almost as rare

‘And There Were None’ proves a compelling piece of costume drama, while Luke Kelly gets an affectionate, enjoyable treatment

Broadcaster launches new line-up, which also includes baking and heart surgery

Jim McCann: October 26th, 1944 - March 5th, 2015

Balladeer was ‘effervescent . . . bubbling over with good humour’

Liked by some, loathed by others, Phil Coulter’s song was the answer to enduring problem

On the cusp of super-stardom, Hozier reveals all to Una Mullally

'We're like two old slippers'

Northern Irish boxer wins Commonwealth gold and keeps fighting his corner

An alternative to the often drink-fuelled day can be enjoyed with this cultural treat

It is almost 20 years since the former US president’s first visited the city and this time he urged Northern Ireland to ‘finish the course’

The man from Sheriff Street, known for his expressive singing voice and generosity, left an indelible mark on Irish music and on the Irish singers who came in his wake

Founded 18 years ago, the Glória lesbian and gay choir has helped many people find their voice. As they prepare for their Christmas concert, its singers have plenty to celebrate

Love/Hate writer leads event to celebrate football pundit’s autobiography

A gift and the fulfilment of its promise is a rare thing, but Seamus Heaney achieved it

The Irish Repertory Theatre, now 25 years old, balances nostalgia with more experimental works