"THE PROFESSOR" 'The Pat McManus Band 'is headed up by former 'Mama's Boys' and 'Celtus' guitarist,violinist,singer-song-writer Pat McManus. Pat was born into an incredibly talented musical family in Derrylin,Co Fermanagh,N.Ireland and started his musical career performing with the family band.He made is first appearance on television by the age of seven and went on to win many prestigious awards for his violin playing at a exceptionally early age.In the late 70's Pat along with his two brothers stepped away from the more traditional music and formed their first rock band 'Pulse'..which soon had a name change and the three brothers became 'Mama's Boys'..... In 2007 Pat formed his solo project 'The Pat McManus Band' and is joined on Drums by Paul Faloon and on Bass by Marty McDermott.The trio tour constantly throughout Europe both in the clubs and at many prestigious Festivals.They have to date released 3 CD's and 3 live DVD's.With another release set for late 2013. Pat has been place in many polls as one of the top five Irish Guitarists of all time. Recent quotes :- A master virtuoso of the six string - Metal France Infinately fresher than half of the blues prodigies out there - Classic Rock Eye watering guitar work - Hot Press A lesson in mastery - Blues Magazine Pat McManus came up with one of the greatest riffs in rock history - The Irish Independant
