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Séamus Egan

b. 1969

Irish musician

BanjoistMandolinistSongwriter
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About Séamus Egan

Born 1969. Séamus Egan is an American banjoist, mandolinist, songwriter and record producer.

Seamus Egan (b. 1 July 1969) is an Irish-American musician.

Later work In 1992 he joined Susan McKeown's band The Chanting House and appeared on a live album with them. Eileen Ivers was also a member of the band. In 1994 he founded Solas and has been on every one of their albums. In 1995 he recorded music for the quirky low-budget film The Brothers McMullen, directed by Edward Burns. He also co-wrote the hit "I Will Remember You" with Dave Merenda and Sarah McLachlan.

Discography Solo albums Traditional Music Of Ireland (1985) A Week In January (1990) When Juniper Sleeps (1996) Early Bright (2020)

Seamus Egan, Eugene O'Donnell & Mick Moloney Three Way Street (1993)

As session musician The Brothers McMullen (Soundtrack) (1995) Richard Shindell, Blue Divide (1995) Eileen Ivers, Wild Blue (1996) Celtic Tapestry (1999)

With Solas Solas (1996) Sunny Spells and Scattered Showers (1997) The Words That Remain (1998) The Hour Before Dawn (2000) The Edge of Silence (2002) Another Day (2003) Waiting for an Echo (2005) Reunion-A Decade of Solas (CD/DVD) (2006) For Love and Laughter (2008) The Turning Tide (2010) Shamrock City (2013) All These Years (2016)

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Banjoist, mandolinist, songwriter, record producer
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Frequently asked questions

Who is Séamus Egan?

Irish musician

When was Séamus Egan born?

Séamus Egan was born on 1 July 1969.

What is Séamus Egan's occupation?

Séamus Egan is a banjoist, mandolinist, songwriter and record producer.

What nationality is Séamus Egan?

Séamus Egan is American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Séamus Egan

· Wikidata: Q3509904

· DBpedia: Seamus Egan

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