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03 Mar 2026

Living the American Dream! Longford singer signs contract for Nashville

Brendan Kelly posted late yesterday that he had signed an Artist Development Deal in Nashville, Tennessee with Patti Garafola

Brendan Kelly Band

Photo credit: Brendan Kelly Band official Facebook

The Brendan Kelly Band Facebook posted a massive update on Brendan's growing success

He wrote on his social media at 10:56pm on Monday, March 2: 

"I’m beyond excited to share that I’ve officially signed an Artist Development Deal in Nashville, Tennessee with Patti Garafola!
Patti is truly a titan of the country music industry and was the first female executive at a major Nashville record label.
"Throughout her incredible career, she’s brought artists and their music to radio through legendary labels like MCA Records, Mercury Records, Atlantic Records, and RCA Records.
"She has proudly helped guide iconic artists such as Willie Nelson, Dolly Parton, Charlie Daniels, Hank Williams Jr., Martina McBride, Blake Shelton, Reba McEntire, George Strait, Billy Ray Cyrus, Toby Keith, and Shania Twain to stardom and unparalleled success.
"I’m incredibly grateful for this opportunity and can’t wait to start this next chapter (announcement coming on this very shortly also!!) Nashville, here we go!"
Brendan had teased of the big news on Saturday, February 28. 
Also, Brendan will be performing in Backstage Theatre, Longford, on Saturday, March 21. You can book your tickets here: https://backstage.ie/events/brendan-kelly-band-2026/ 
The show will start at 8pm. The talented four-piece will blend modern country, rock, folk, and a touch of gospel to create music that is both uplifting and deeply emotional.

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