New York resident Stephen Termini had visited Ireland before and has a strong connection to the country, but a group of youths allegedly attacked him on his most recent trip.
'Other Voices: Dignity' will showcase the very best of American and Irish talent during a special live stream event from the US Ambassador's residence in Dublin. Tune into the special event here on IrishCentral on Thursday, September 15.
Named for his song ‘Dignity’, Monday s special event will bring together the diverse range of acts to perform songs of Bob Dylan, embracing the power of the music, and introducing an Embassy initiative to promote diversity, inclusion, and equality - themes that weave throughout Dylan’s iconic canon.
“I think of a hero as someone who understands the degree of responsibility that comes with his freedom.” – Bob Dylan
The artists now confirmed for Dignity on May 24 include Lisa Hannigan, one of Ireland s most cherished songwriters; Californian alt-folk act, Cinder Well; FeliSpeaks, the acclaimed Nigerian-Irish poet and performer; the critically acclaimed American experimental musician, Peter Broderick; ethereal Galway-based folk star, Brigid Mae Power; and Paul Brady - one of Ireland’s most enduringly popular artists whose music has been publicly admired by Bob Dylan.