Country musician David James says new dance venues are vital for ‘the survival of the country music industry’ ahead of Sligo event

James praised local organiser Shane Crossan saying ‘without the likes of Shane in our industry giving us a platform, we simply couldn’t do what we do’

Musician David James.

Jessica Farry
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There were times when musician David James wondered if his big dance events were ever going to work. After a few events with poor crowds, he wondered if he was wasting his time.

But the dances grew and grew, and later this month he will be bringing his Big Band Dance to the Sligo Park Hotel.