These days, the whole history of the music shines through in Doherty’s playing, particularly when he is accompanied by his colleague of long standing, legendary bassist Dave Fleming. The two old friends are joined by sympathetic drummer Dominic Mullan and old-school guitarist and vocalist Nigel Mooney. They will be joined for this early evening concert in the Bewley’s Café theatre on Grafton Street by glamourous singer and actor Susannah De Wrixon. But Halferty also has a particular devotion to the more subtle approach of John Abercrombie, and, as the Derryman matures, Abercrombie’s influence is becoming more apparent. Halferty’s excellent trio features the first-call mainstream rhythm team of bassist Dave Redmond and drummer Kevin Brady.

Source: The Irish Times May 18, 2019 03:56 UTC