The Time Out Podcast EP 101 With Guest Michael English July 31st 2025

Michael English began his Country Music singing career in the late 90's. Since then the Kildare native has steadily built his reputation and today is one of biggest attractions in Irish Country Music. I talk to him at the opening weekend of the 58th Mary From Dungloe International Festival. Michael talks about his memories of his previous appearance at the festival. We talk about some of his biggest songs and the Castledermot star also mentions influences on his career when he was starting out. 

Chapters

• 1:17 Michael's Memories Of His Previous Appearance At Mary From Dungloe Festival
• 4:28 Michael's Song 'The Nearest To Perfect' Written By Henry McMahon
• 6:02 'The Blacksmith & The Barman' Written by Michael
• 7:31 'The Tuam Beat' Written By Pádraig Stevens & 'Friday At The Dance' Written By Michael
• 10:16 The Irish Country Music Scene Right Now
• 12:31 How Far Is Michael And Band Booked Ahead?
• 13:41 Different Types Of Gigs
• 15:41 One Of Michael's First Gigs Was In Donegal
• 17:04 Michael's Influences Growing Up