Remembering Moya Brennan

Remembering Moya Brennan

Author: Newstalk April 14, 2026 Duration: 11:24

Moya Brennan, best known as the lead singer of the Grammy and BAFTA-winning group Clannad, has passed away at the age of 73.

Ciara and Shane are joined by singer Mary Coughlan and Fiachna Ó Braonáin, Broadcaster and Hothouse Flowers musician to look back on the legacy she leaves behind.


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