2007 19 years ago Notable Deaths August 1

Tommy Makem, Irish singer-songwriter and banjo player (born 1932)

On August 1, in the year 2007, Tommy Makem, Irish singer-songwriter and banjo player (born 1932). This event is recorded as a Notable Deaths event in the history of August 1, a notable event in this corner of history.

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Thomas Makem was an Irish folk musician, artist, poet and storyteller. He was best known as a member of the Clancy Brothers and Tommy Makem. He played the long-necked 5-string banjo, tin whistle, low whistle, guitar, bodhrán and bagpipes, and sang in a distinctive baritone. He was sometimes known as "The Bard of Armagh" and "The Godfather of Irish Music".

Key Facts

  • This event took place on August 1, 2007 (AD era).
  • It is categorised as a Notable Deaths event in recorded history.
  • Referenced in 1 Wikipedia article.
  • 1 notable person is recorded as involved in or associated with this event.
  • Wikipedia source last updated on 1 April 2026.

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