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Irish Post
6 days ago
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- Irish Post
Entrance to Cork Airport renamed in honour of rock legend Rory Gallagher
THE MAIN entrance road to Cork Airport has been renamed in honour of rock legend Rory Gallagher, who passed away 30 years ago this weekend. The sign for Rory Gallagher Avenue was unveiled on Saturday, with Taoiseach Micheál Martin in attendance alongside members of the Gallagher family and civic leaders. The unveiling took place on the same day as the launch of Cork Rocks for Rory, a citywide tribute to the rock icon. The celebrations will include exhibitions, workshops, musical performances and a new walking trail of sites linked to Gallagher's life and career. 'Genuine rock star' The Taoiseach said the renaming of the road at Cork Airport, which will form part of the new walking trail, was a fitting tribute to the musician, who grew up in Cork after being born in Co. Donegal. "It is an immense honour to officially unveil 'Rory Gallagher Avenue' at Cork Airport," said Mr Martin. "Rory Gallagher was a genuine rock star who inspired people right around the world with his music. It was a pleasure and honour to open Rory Gallagher Avenue at Cork Airport. Rory was a genuine rock star who inspired people right around the world with his music and it is only fitting that he is honoured in the city where he spent much of his life. — Micheál Martin (@MichealMartinTD) June 14, 2025 "His legacy is one which reverberates across Cork, and it is only fitting that he is honoured in the city where he spent much of his life. "I want to pay tribute to the Gallagher family and all those at Cork Airport and Cork City Council in bringing about this wonderful initiative in Rory's memory." Tributes A virtuoso guitarist, Gallagher rose to fame with the band Taste before embarking on a successful solo career. He passed away in London on June 14, 1995 after contracting an infection while in hospital, aged just 47. The latest tribute follows other streets being named in his honour in Cork, Dublin and Paris. Meanwhile, there are statues of Gallagher in Belfast and Donegal, while sculptures in his memory have been erected in Cork and Dublin. He has also been featured on a set of An Post stamps and a Central Bank of Ireland commemorative coin. For more information on the Cork Rocks for Rory events, please click here. See More: Cork, Cork Airport, Rory Gallagher
The Journal
7 days ago
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- The Journal
Taoiseach unveils 'Rory Gallagher Avenue' on thirtieth anniversary of the musician's death
TAOISEACH MICHEÁL MARTIN has unveiled 'Rory Gallagher Avenue' at Cork Airport in memory of the late musician. The 'Avenue' is the new name for the main entrance road to the airport. An event was held at the airport today, with members of Gallagher's family joining the Taoiseach and Cork's Lord Mayor, as well as representatives of Cork's civic and business community. Martin said that it was an 'immense honour' to unveil the avenue in Gallagher's honour. 'Rory Gallagher was a genuine rock star who inspired people right around the world with his music,' he said. 'His legacy is one which reverberates across Cork, and it is only fitting that he is honoured in the city where he spent much of his life.' Gallagher passed away in 1995 at the age of 47 following complications from a liver transplant. During a career spanning 30 years, he played both as a solo artist and with his band Taste, and sold more than 30 million copies worldwide. Advertisement Today marks the thirtieth anniversary of his death. Rory Gallagher, 1973. Alamy Stock Photo Alamy Stock Photo Cork Airport will form part of new a Rory Gallagher trail 'Stompin' Ground' – a Cork City Council initiative highlighting places and locations that were strongly associated with the musician's life and career. At today's unveiling, a well-known Belgian guitarist, Jacques Stotzem, played some of Gallagher's most notable works for those in attendance. Lord Mayor of Cork, Councillor Dan Boyle, said, 'Cork Airport will be a stop on the new 'Cork Rocks for Rory' trail, championed by Cork City Council, and will guide visitors to various locations across the city that were synonymous with Rory's life and work.' Gallagher's brother Dónal said that his family are 'deeply honoured' by the 'heartfelt gesture' in naming the entrance after Rory. Readers like you are keeping these stories free for everyone... A mix of advertising and supporting contributions helps keep paywalls away from valuable information like this article. Over 5,000 readers like you have already stepped up and support us with a monthly payment or a once-off donation. Learn More Support The Journal
RTÉ News
14-06-2025
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- RTÉ News
Cork Airport road named in honour of Rory Gallagher
The main entrance road to Cork Airport has been named in honour of legendary Irish guitarist Rory Gallagher. Taoiseach Micheál Martin unveiled 'Rory Gallagher Avenue' to coincide with the 30th anniversary of the Cork musician's death in 1995. The airport is part of a Cork City Council's new 'Stompin' Ground trail that highlights places that were associated with Mr Gallagher's life and career. While born in Co Donegal in 1948, the blues and rock guitarist grew up in Cork city - where his legacy continues to resonate. This is the first time the city has celebrated his international career on such a large scale with events being held across the weekend. Mr Martin paid tribute to the "genuine rock star who inspired people right around the world with his music". "His legacy is one which reverberates across Cork, and it is only fitting that he is honoured in the city where he spent much of his life," he said. "I want to pay tribute to the Gallagher family and all those at Cork Airport and Cork City Council in bringing about this wonderful initiative in Rory's memory." Mr Gallagher's brother Dónal said that the star had traversed the roadway "throughout his lifetime to engage with his international career". He added that the Gallagher family was deeply honoured by the "heartfelt gesture". Belgain guitarist Jacques Stotzem played a rendition of some of Mr Gallagher's greatest hits at the event. Meanwhile, Lord Mayor of Cork Dan Boyle said that Mr Gallagher will be "forever remembered at the airport that brought him all over the world, showcasing his unique talent and equally so, the airport that welcomed him home".
BreakingNews.ie
14-06-2025
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- BreakingNews.ie
Taoiseach unveils Rory Gallagher Avenue as name of main entrance to Cork Airport
Taoiseach Micheál Martin has officially unveiled Rory Gallagher Avenue as the new name for the main entrance road at Cork Airport. At an event held at the airport on Saturday, and in the presence of the members of the Gallagher family, local political, business and civic representatives and other invited guests, the main roadway leading to and around the airport was dedicated to the memory of Rory Gallagher. Advertisement Gallagher was one of Cork's most famous people and one of the world's most renowned guitarists. Guests in attendance at Saturday's event were treated to a rendition of some of Rory Gallagher's most notable works by well-known Belgian guitarist, Jacques Stotzem, who travelled to Cork especially for the occasion. In close cooperation with the Gallagher family, Cork City Council, and Universal Music, the main entrance road to Cork Airport was renamed to commemorate Rory Gallagher on the anniversary of his passing 30 years ago. Rory Gallagher grew up in Cork and rose to international fame as a masterful blues-rock guitarist, singer, and songwriter. Advertisement Taoiseach Micheál Martin said: 'It is an immense honour to officially unveil 'Rory Gallagher Avenue' at Cork Airport. Rory Gallagher was a genuine rock star who inspired people right around the world with his music. "His legacy is one which reverberates across Cork, and it is only fitting that he is honoured in the city where he spent much of his life. "I want to pay tribute to the Gallagher family and all those at Cork Airport and Cork City Council in bringing about this wonderful initiative in Rory's memory.' Lord Mayor of Cork, Councillor Dan Boyle, said: "It's both a pleasure and a privilege to join An Taoiseach and members of the Gallagher Family at the official unveiling of "Rory Gallagher Avenue" at Cork Airport today. Advertisement "Rory's name will be forever remembered at the airport that brought him all over the world, showcasing his unique talent and equally so, the airport that welcomed him home. "Cork Airport will be a stop on the new "Cork Rocks for Rory" trail, championed by Cork City Council, and will guide visitors to various locations across the city that were synonymous with Rory's life and work. Thank you to all at Cork Airport for the invitation to be part this wonderful ceremony today." Dónal Gallagher, brother of Rory, added: 'This is a wonderful tribute to my brother, with the naming of the Cork Airport thoroughfare Rory Gallagher Avenue/Ascaill Ruairí Uí Ghallchóir, a roadway he traversed throughout his lifetime to engage with his international career. Our family are deeply honoured by this heartfelt gesture, on the occasion of his 30th anniversary.'
Irish Times
13-06-2025
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- Irish Times
Rory Gallagher to be honoured with naming ceremony at Cork Airport
Liverpool has John Lennon Airport, Belfast has George Best Airport and now Cork is about to honour one its most famous sons, rock and blues legend Rory Gallagher by naming the main entrance route to Cork Airport in his honour. Taoiseach Micheál Martin will officially name Rory Gallagher Avenue at a ceremony at Cork Airport on Saturday. In attendance will be Rory's brother Donal and other family members as well as lord mayor of Cork Dan Boyle, a musician and fan of the late virtuoso guitarist. Gallagher was born in Ballyshannon, Co Donegal, and grew up in Cork. It was while on Leeside that he began his music career, playing first with showbands such as The Fontana and The Impact before forming Taste with fellow Cork musicians Eric Kitteringham and Norman Damery. But it was with the second incarnation of Taste, with Richard McCracken on bass and John Wilson on drums, that Gallagher toured the United States with Eric Clapton and Blind Faith before putting in a storming performance at the Isle of Wight Festival in front of an estimated 600,000-plus fans in 1970. READ MORE Dissolving the blues-rock trio in late 1970, Gallagher went on to have a highly successful solo career, selling millions of albums, being voted guitarist of the year by Melody Maker readers in 1972 and earning the respect of such legends as Muddy Waters and Clapton. [ Statue of Rory Gallagher unveiled in Belfast to honour musician's connection to the city Opens in new window ] Gallagher died on June 14th, 1995, aged 47, from complications following a liver transplant. To mark the 30th anniversary of his death, Cork City Council, Cork City Libraries and Gallagher's estate are holding a series of commemorative events this weekend, Cork Rocks for Rory. Cllr Dan Boyle said the commemorative events would include photographic and original memorabilia exhibitions at Cork City Hall, Central Library and Public Museum and a citywide walking trail commemorating the life and legacy of the musician. 'Rory Gallagher has been Cork's finest cultural export across the world. As we mark the 30th anniversary of his passing, we must celebrate his genius.' Gallagher's nephew Eoin Gallagher said: 'The Gallagher family are honoured and proud to endorse this initiative led by the lord mayor of Cork, Dan Boyle, and Cork City Council. 'The interest in Rory's music and life has only continued to grow and grow, here in Ireland and throughout the world. We are delighted to support these simultaneous exhibitions and the establishment of the permanent 'Rory Gallagher's Stompin' Ground' Cork City Walking Trail.'
