John Hogan ~ Let Me Be The First To Know

Irish Country John Hogan hit the Country Music scene with a bang in 1988 when he took a gamble and spent his mortgage money to realise a dream.

He recorded a song called Brown Eyes that was taught to him by his mother. The song was an instant hit shooting straight into the top ten of the Irish charts. John at the time was working as a Supervisor with the Irish company Bord na Mona in Tullamore, Co. Offaly and the success of the song took him completely by surprise. The song was so popular with radio listeners that they were calling the radio stations wanting to know more about this new voice.

The radio statios were kind of stuck, they knew nothing about him. Within 2 weeks John had left his job at the factory and was on the road with his new band. Such was his popularity that almost straight away John had become a big country music star in Ireland and was packing venues to the point that they were turning people away. John signed with Harmac Records and his first album "My Feelings for you" was released, it became the best selling country album ever in Ireland and produced many irish chart hits.

His popularity had now got the attention of Mick Clerkin who was the owner of London based Ritz Records. John was signed to Ritz and recorded many albums for them including the Nashville Album, which was recorded in the home of Country music. John was now one of the biggest attractions in the music business in Ireland and was working upto six nights per week.

Little did john know that an undiagnosed ear problem was to do serious damage to his voice. John was forced to take a break from the business for 5 years on doctors orders. His return album was called Broken Silence. After that he recorded Where I come from, an album of country standards. John's new album is called The Anniversary album. John is back touring Ireland again with a new band.
John is at present planning to record a new dvd, which will be available in all good record stores in the summer.
John had an operation recently to repair a Hernia problem. The operation was a success and he is well on the mend.
John recently recorded a documentry on his life for Irish Tv channel RTE, called A Little Bit Country. If you live in Ireland, keep an eye out for it. It will be shown on RTE One.

Birthday: 31st August 1953 (58 years old)

Favourite singers: Paul Overstreet, Hank Lochlin & Jim Reeves

Hometown: Kilbeggan

Now lives in: Croghan

First Job: Factory Worker at Bord Na Mona

Favourite activity: Walking and Gardening

Favourite Singer: Hank Loclan

First recorded song: Brown Eyes 1989

Quality admired in others: Sincerety
Described as the small band with the big sound 'John Hogan & His Band' are long established as one of Ireland's top party bands. Over the years they have played many functions such as weddings, birthdays, corporate functions, street festivals, dance halls, concert theatres, pubs - all kinds of events. When you book 'John Hogan & His Band' for your function you are guaranteed top class entertainment from a true professional who has a wealth of experience behind him having been involved in the music business for almost 25 years.

With numerous television appearances and a string of hit records, lead singer John Hogan is known far and wide. In the Caribbean island of St. Lucia the Irish singer/songwriter is regarded as something of a superstar having

performed there on a number of occasions. ( See 'Youtube' video 'John Hogan @ Palace Pavillion 2005). John had a Number 1 hit in St. Lucia with his own song 'Stepping Stone' and was also made a 'Freeman Of St. Lucia' -- an honour that no other Irish entertainer can claim.

Our Tradition

'John Hogan & His Band' uphold a tradition of delivering outstanding live music and entertainment. Our philosophy is to make your wedding, party or function a truly special and memorable occasion. This is reflected in every aspect of or show which is planned with the utmost care. We cater for all musical tastes and our programme includes country, pop, middle of the road, rock 'n' roll and fun music -- entertainment that is designed to keep you and your guests on the dance-floor from start to finish;

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[BABSINUK]

Hi,one of my favourite Irish singers,love his voice.

Just my kind of lyrics,

Thanks for sharing. 

[australianfan]

@BABSINUK I love John Hogan ..he's one of my favorite singers one of best to come out of Ireland..I.M.O awesome to be sure ..Aussie :)

[urSuperNana]

I could listen to him all day too.

[poopstain565]

I could listen to this guy all day long and still want more. Great one Aussie

CARL

[adquinn100]

Wow! I'm impressed with this new 1. Wonderful country voice. Second one today to blow me away. Great one Aussie. Many thumbs up and ooh rah's

[MrFlatroofer]

beautiful.

[MrMajros]

Thank you so much for this good song ! He's realy great countrysinger !!!

[NourNZ]

He is one awesome entertainer. Thank you. Hope you had a great New Year

[65patbill]

John Hogan, I really love his country style. Great country singer.

[65patbill]

I'm loving this one Aussie.Pat and I heading out for dinner. Love ya,

Bill

[farmladyful]

Always loved John's songs and his voice,,He is easy listening, thanks for sharing on to my favs he goes,,,,