Joe O'Donnell's Shkayla

Joe O'Donnell is best known for his violin playing in East of Eden, Headstone and his highly acclaimed 1977 album Gaodhal's Vision, featuring Rory Gallagher. He also played with Thin Lizzie, Henry McCullough (Joe Cocker, Wings) and Paul Young.

Shkayla is Joe’s latest vehicle. A five-piece band, It draws from his lifetime of musical experience bringing together the spirit of the Celtic tradition and the excitement of modern rock.

The band plays at festivals, clubs, theatres, concert venues and for private, corporate and community events.

".... a truly memorable evening.... outstanding....remarkable....echoes of Yes, Gary Moore, Horslips or Thin Lizzie. One word: WOW!" - Nuneaton Folk Club

Line-up: Joe O'Donnell violin, mandolin, vocals; Martin Barter keyboards, vocals; Si Hayden guitar, vocals; Adrian Litvinoff bass, vocals; Karen Milne drums.

Albums:

Gael's Vision 40th anniversary Edition 2017 - "pulses with creative energy" - Irish Music Magazine

'Into The Becoming' 2013 - “a genuine, arresting, riveting ensemble masterpiece” – Let It Rock

'Celtic Cargo' 2008 - “Folk rock of the highest calibre” – fRoots. Brian Boru / O’Neill’s Cavalcade was selected for inclusion on ‘The Ultimate Guide to Irish Folk‘ Please see website for details.