Musicians: Cathal Hayden: Banjo, Fiddle Seán Óg Graham: Guitars, Bass Seamie O’Dowd: Slide Guitar Mairtin O’Connor: Button Accordion Niall Murphy: Fiddle Ryan Molloy: Piano Jim Higgins: Bodhran, Snare

Engineered and mixed by Seán Óg Graham at Bannview Studios Additional recording by Paddy Jordan, Niall Murphy & Ryan Molloy

“Somebody once said that Cathal plays the banjo like a gunslinger – fast, accurate, precise, and lethal -with an attendant hint of danger.
Clint approves, he lights his cheroot, tips the brim of his hat half smiles and tells me that I forgot to mention that the reel also swings like crazy
He didn’t have to tell me to get off the fence, I’ve been a fan forever.”
Kevin Doherty

“These two ‘new’ tracks from Cathal Hayden, Clint’s Reel and Margaret’s Dream are stunning displays of his virtuosity and deep musicality. Clint’s Reel is a lively, groove-filled powerhouse that highlights his razor-sharp technique and infectious drive, while Margaret’s Dream is a beautifully rendered hornpipe, rich with warmth and subtlety. Backed by a stellar ensemble of musicians, these tracks not only showcase Cathal’s masterful playing but also his gift for crafting tunes that are both technically brilliant and deeply expressive.”
Kevin Crawford