John Toal profiles hugely successful Irish band The Boomtown Rats. Featuring interviews with Bob Geldof, bassist Pete Briquette, Bono and editor of Hotpress magazine Niall Stokes.
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Series profiling some of the most influential artists in Irish music. 5: John Toal traces the seminal influence which Thin Lizzy had on subsequent generations of Irish rock acts.
John Toal meets Horslips, one of Ireland's most successful bands of the 1980s. Barry Devlin and Jim Lockhart remember their years of touring and their recent reunion concerts.
In a tribute to the late Liam Clancy, another chance to hear John Toal talking to the Irish musician about his years with the Clancy Brothers.
John Toal talks to Paddy Moloney, founding member of the Chieftains, about stretching the boundaries of traditional music through pioneering collaborations.
John Toal profiles some of the leading artists who have helped shape Irish traditional music and song over recent decades.
John Toal explores the life and music of Donegal-born artist Rory Gallagher. Featuring rarely heard archive of the musician and interviews with guitarists influenced by Rory.
John Toal explores the success of U2. Featuring interviews with Bono, Edge, Larry Mullen, Adam Clayton and manager Paul McGuinness.
Series profiling some of the most influential artists in Irish music. 4: John Toal looks at one of Northern Ireland's most famous bands - The Undertones.
John Toal speaks to founding member of Altan, Mairead Ni Mhaonaigh, about her distinctive Donegal fiddle style and how her singing has helped create the group's unique sound.
John Toal talks to musician, composer and music producer Donal Lunny about his life in music, including his work with Planxty, the Bothy Band and Moving Hearts.
John Toal talks to Paul Brady about his Northern Irish roots, his years with The Johnstons, Planxty and Andy Irvine, as well as his distinctive solo career.