Danny Kirwan Apr 2026

By the time the landmark album Then Play On (1969) was recorded, Kirwan was a primary force, writing half of the songs. His style was more lyrical and atmospheric than the heavy blues that preceded it, visible in tracks like:

Behind the brilliance, Kirwan was a fragile soul. Colleagues described him as "nervous and shy," carrying emotional baggage that the grueling lifestyle of an international touring band only made heavier. Danny Kirwan

: A co-written favorite that became a staple of their live shows. The Shadow of "The Curse" By the time the landmark album Then Play