"ROCK'N'ROLL is not about safety or politeness, it is not about perfection either. It is expression and it is spirit." So say the Hothouse Flowers who are coming to next month's Galway International Arts Festival.
Led by the indefatigable Liam Ó Maonlaí and Fiachna Ó Braonáin, the band has recently seen the return of Peter O’Toole on bass, bouzouk, and vocals.
Speaking about his approach to music, Ó Maonlaí said: "I take pleasure in facing adversity. I don't see perfection as something that can be created externally. It is an experience, a connection between listener and player. If you feel the music, they will feel the music.”
The Hothouse Flowers play Monroe's Live on Friday July 22 at 8pm. Support is from Lisa Lambe. Tickets are €25/€22.50. See www.giaf.ie
