Damian recently took to Instagram as above to reflect on his mini-tour of the Emerald Isle. And now that I reflect on my own week long trip to Ireland to follow Damian and the band from Cork to Dublin to Limerick, it was so many train rides, so many hotel rooms, so much gray skies, and so little sleep! And it was all WORTH IT for the fantastic music, fun chats, pints of beer and big laughs with people I adore! Ireland, you were something else! Damian’s mini-tour was packed with energy, good vibes, and those up-close moments that make live music so special.
It’s been over a week since I got back home from Damian Lewis’ mini tour of Ireland, and I’m still absolutely buzzing. The energy, the music, the atmosphere — it’s all still running through my head. What an unforgettable experience! And I am here to share it with you!
Damian ruled on stage and off – he made time for everyone, his guests and his fans, after the gig. He had pictures taken with them, gave autographs as well as bear hugs.The smaller venues made it easy for Damian and the band to mingle with the crowd after each gig, rather than hosting guests backstage — which, I think, made the whole experience so much fun for the fans. I met so many wonderful people on the tour, and I have to say, the Irish are truly special — so friendly, so kind, and always ready with a smile. I don’t know how many times each person thanked me for the “I was there” magnet that I gave them. Continue reading “REDUX: Following Damian Lewis on his Mini-Tour of Ireland”