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05/04/2012
The Dubliners Banjo Player Passes Away
One of the founding members of The Dubliners, Barney McKenna, has died at the age of 72.
McKenna is believed to have passed away at his home this morning.
The legendary banjo player had been a member of the band since 1962 and was the only remaining living member of the original line-up which included musicians Ronnie Drew and Luke Kelly.
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McKenna is believed to have passed away at his home this morning.
The legendary banjo player had been a member of the band since 1962 and was the only remaining living member of the original line-up which included musicians Ronnie Drew and Luke Kelly.
(CD)
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