Search results
Planxty were an Irish folk music band formed in January 1972,: 99–100 consisting initially of Christy Moore (vocals, acoustic guitar, bodhrán), Andy Irvine (vocals, mandolin, mandola, bouzouki, hurdy-gurdy, harmonica), Dónal Lunny (bouzouki, guitars, bodhrán, keyboards), and Liam O'Flynn (uilleann pipes, tin whistle).
- 1972–1975, 1978–1983, 2003–2005
About Planxty. An Irish folk band formed after the conclusion of sessions for Christy Moore’s Prosperous LP, Planxty was essentially a supergroup, including solo star Moore on guitar, keyboards...
Planxty was a band of traditional Irish musicians who influenced the Celtic folk revival in the 1970s. Learn about their history, members, albums, songs, and related artists on AllMusic.
People also ask
What does 'Planxty' mean?
When did Planxty start?
Is there a full version of Planxty?
What was Planxty's first single?
379 subscribers. New recommendations. Planxty were an Irish folk music band formed in January 1972, consisting initially of Christy Moore, Andy Irvine, Dónal Lunny, and Liam O'Flynn. They...
Learn about Planxty, one of the most influential and successful Irish folk bands of all time, who formed in 1972 and split in 1975. Find out how they were influenced by Turlough O'Carolan and John Reilly, and how they toured Europe and released three albums.