Anthony Drennan facts for kids
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Anthony Drennan
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Drennan performing with The Corrs in 2024
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| Also known as | Anto |
| Born | 1 November 1958 Luton, England |
| Origin | Dublin, Ireland |
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| Occupation(s) | Musician |
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| Years active | 1985–present |
Anthony "Anto" Drennan (born on 1 November 1958) is a talented Irish musician. He is well-known for playing the guitar and bass. He has worked with many famous bands like The Corrs, Genesis, and Mike + the Mechanics.
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Early Life and Musical Journey
Anthony Drennan was born in Luton, England, in 1958. He comes from a family that loved music. When he was young, his family moved back to Ireland. He grew up in County Dublin.
Playing with Famous Bands
Anthony started touring as a lead guitarist for the popular band The Corrs in late 1995. He played with them for many years. In 1998, he joined the legendary band Genesis for their "Calling All Stations" tour. He played both lead guitar and bass for them.
Later, in 2010, Anthony became the lead guitarist and a bassist for the band Mike + the Mechanics. This band was started by Mike Rutherford from Genesis. Anthony has also played with many other great artists and groups. These include Clannad, Paul Brady, Moving Hearts, Chris Rea, and the Ronnie Drew Band.
Music He Has Played On
Anthony Drennan has played on many albums throughout his career. He has contributed his guitar and bass skills to a wide range of music.
Albums with The Corrs
He played on several albums by The Corrs, including "Talk On Corners" (1997), "In Blue" (2000), "Borrowed Heaven" (2004), "Home" (2005), "White Light" (2015), and "Jupiter Calling" (2017). He also appeared on their live albums.
Albums with Mike + The Mechanics
Anthony has been a key part of Mike + The Mechanics' recent albums. He played on "The Road" (2011), "Let Me Fly" (2017), and "Out of the Blue" (2019).
Other Notable Albums
He has also played on albums for Clannad, Chris Rea, and Moya Brennan. His work shows how versatile he is as a musician.
Concert Videos
Anthony Drennan has appeared in several concert videos and documentaries. These videos capture his live performances with the bands he has played with.
Live Performances with The Corrs
He can be seen in "The Corrs: Live at Lansdowne Road" (2000) and "The Corrs Live in Dublin" (2002). These videos show his exciting stage presence.
Other Live Recordings
He also appeared in "Genesis Live in Poland" (2009), which captured a concert from his time with Genesis.
