John McDermott

The Profile

Scottish-born Canadian tenor known for recordings of Irish and traditional songs, best known for performances of 'Danny Boy'.

Known for recordings of Irish/traditional repertoire and the popular recording 'Danny Boy'. Associated works include several albums and collections of traditional and seasonal songs.

A positive, reflective review of the concert film 'Jimi Hendrix experience : electric church' (directed by John McDermott) focusing on Hendrix's performance at the Atlanta Pop Festival. The reviewer highlights standout moments such as 'Red House' and the abbreviated 'Star-Spangled Banner' and notes the DVD's interviews. The review places Hendrix as a transformative figure in 20th-century music.