Dave Killen - August 8th 2001

The wonderful and beautiful Dave Killen passed away on Friday. This footage of him performing two of his own tunes was filmed in 2001, as part of a series of one minute films commissioned by Irish language broadcaster TG4.
On the day of filming, Dave decided to play two of his own compositions, to give us a choice. We ended up selecting the second tune from this video. The recording of the other tune ended up in the archive (i.e. attic).
I dug out the original tape yesterday. It hadn't been played in 20 years, but thankfully it was still playable, and the tape deck co-operated. It was wonderful to hear the other tune, after all these years. Great to see him as he will be remembered by many - playing his guitar, having a laugh, at the heart of the gathering.
Dave Killen RIP
20/6/71 - 15/1/21
always in our hearts
ní bheidh a leithéid ann arís

[@paulkillen1230]

thank you for this

[@julialonicer1496]

Forever in our hearts

[@valnel5]

Hi Julia, it's me Valérie..
much love! ❤

[@picliam]

Thank you Feenish, Dave was a beautiful man in every sense, God rest his soul.