Brian Coll

The Legend From Omagh

Brian Coll comes from Omagh Co Tyrone. Brian is one of Ireland's most popular singers and feels he is lucky to be alive and be able to sing. In autumn of 1989 Brian suffered a severe Brain Haemorrhage which involved a lengthy stay in hospital which kept Brian off the road for six . Brian has been identified with Pure Country Music. Brian is a Natural Storyteller with an assortment of stories to keep everyone well entertained his stories are always animated Brian certainly knows how to keep the crowd well entertained. Growing up In Omagh Co Tyrone Brian was well known for his yodelling talents.

The Polka Dots

Brian started his career as lead Vocalist with The Polka Dots.

The Plattermen

Brian also spent time with The Platterman where he recorded "Kathleen in 1965" "The Rose Of Tralee" and the popular song "Ireland Swings".

The Buckaroos

Brian formed his own band "the Buckaroos" in 1968 there followed a stream of hits "Give An Irish Girl To Me", "These are My Mountains", "When My Blue Moon Turns To Gold", and "Hometown on The Foyle", which earned a lengthy stay of nine weeks in the Irish Charts. "These Are My Mountains" was one of the biggest selling Irish Singles.

Brian and his Favourite Sport

Brian's favourite sport is Motorcycle racing Brian talks so much about the great "Joey Dunlop" who sadly we lost a few years ago Brian and Joey were great friends. If you ever talk about Motorcycling to Brian you are sure to hear lots of stories.

Final Note

Country Singer, entertainer, and Storyteller, but above all an inspirational figure in the world of Country & Irish 1989 Country & Irish RTE guide "Hall Of Fame" Award Winner still gets immense satisfaction from playing to live audiences. Brian was packing out Dancehalls everywhere. Currently Brian is still on the Scene doing lots of Concerts.

Star Quote

Brian always has said he would love to see Peace In the World