Legendary country singer Brendan Quinn keeps 'a positive outlook'

But for legendary country singer Brendan Quinn it’s been a very productive time.

“Not being able to do what I’ve been doing for 50 odd years came as a bit of shock," says Brendan "Everything just stopped last February , no more music. I had a 14-day tour lined up for May, gigs and festivals over the summer, all cancelled."

The Magherafelt man said he managed to keep a positive outlook.

"I tried to stay positive, I walked most every day and started to stream gigs live on FB from my front room," he said.

"I did it every day for 100 days and I reckon I sang about 700 songs. I really enjoyed interacting with all the folk on line ,but it’s just not the same as playing in front of an audience ,but it kept me connected to my music."

Brendan also kept scribbling away in his jotter and came up with some new songs, which will be released on an album in time for Christmas.

One of Brendan’a new songs ‘Will We Ever Be Free’, along with a video has been now released as a single to all digital platforms.

Brendan is looking forward to getting out and about promoting the new single.

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