Ger Costello - The Soul of Limerick Still Sings
Ger Costello The Soul of Limerick Still Sings Few musicians become so closely associated with the spirit of a city that their name alone evokes memories, friendships and entire eras. In Limerick, Ger Costelloe is one of those rare figures. For more than half a century, the acoustic guitarist, singer and songwriter has occupied a cherished place in the musical life of the city. His story stretches from the spontaneous musical gatherings of Denmark Street in the early 1970s to celebrated performances with The O’Malleys in Dolans decades later. To generations of music lovers across Limerick and Clare, Ger Costelloe represents authenticity — a musician who never chased fashion, never lost faith in the emotional power of music and never forgot the connection between performer and audience. Now living quietly in County Clare, he remains one of the most respected and warmly regarded figures on the Irish live music scene. Ger Costelloe Denmark Street years The stor...