{"product_id":"1128087","title":"Derek Ryan - The Hits [CD]","description":"Brand New From Reputable UK Company With 30 Years Experience In Retail, Please Note Not All Our New Items Are Shrink Wrapped.\u003cbr\u003eAll items shipped within 3 working days of payment.\u003cbr\u003ePlease note that all our DVDs are Region 2.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePlease note that not all audio CDs are shrink-wrapped fom the factory.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt's been a whirlwind 10 years for Derek Ryan: after touring the world, releasing chart-hits year after year, and achieving ten best-selling studio albums (with his last award-winning album aptly named TEN) - 2019 seems to be the right year for Derek Ryan to release a collection of his number 1 hits and fans-favourite songs that have made the singer- songwriter one of the biggest names in the Irish country music scene.\\r\u003cbr\u003e\\r\u003cbr\u003e10 years, 10 albums \\u2013 it's a wonder how Derek Ryan could choose only 21 tracks from his illustrious and expansive back catalogue of hits. However, fans will be delighted to know many of Derek's classic songs will feature on the record: from the original, self-penned 'God's Plan', to arguably Derek's biggest hit 'Hold On To Your Hat', featuring the\\r\u003cbr\u003einternationally acclaimed musician Sharon Shannon. Newer songs such as 'Down On Your Uppers' and the duet single 'Honey Honey' with Lisa McHugh are also included, highlighting the hits old and new, which have firmly cemented the Carlow singer's position at the top table of Irish country music's elite, as the name 'Derek Ryan' continues to propel to new heights.\\r\u003cbr\u003e\\r\u003cbr\u003eConsidering his hectic schedule this year alone, which included sold-out tours in both Ireland and Scotland, festival appearances in France and Denmark, a headline slot at the SSE Arena and a number of Summer Festival top-bill sets, Derek's relentless creative streak remained true to the singer's heart. Time in the recording studio was still a priority, with Derek recording his new single 'Only Getting Started' with Cliona Hagan and the bonus track on the Hits album \\u2013 'If You're Gonna Be Bad (Be\\r\u003cbr\u003eGood At It)'.\\r\u003cbr\u003e\\r\u003cbr\u003eHaving been the multi-recipient of awards including 'Songwriter of the Year', 'Album of the Year' and 'Entertainer of the Year', Derek's talent to immerse his audience into the Irish-Country lifestyle and community, through his music, is evident with the plethora of artists over the years who have recorded his songs. \\r\u003cbr\u003eThese include Daniel O Donnell, Foster and Allen, Philomena Begley, Jimmy Buckley and Johnny Brady to name only a few, underlining the industry wide admiration for Derek\\r\u003cbr\u003eRyan's credible songwriting talents.\\r\u003cbr\u003e\\r\u003cbr\u003e'Never in my wildest dreams did I ever think I would get to this point in my career \\u2013 releasing my very own 'Hits' album' exclaims Derek. 'I've seen many of my favourite artists release a collection of their biggest songs, and I am very very proud of the 21 tracks featured on this record. I am indebted to my fans for making these songs the hits they were, and I'm really hoping people will like the carefully chosen selection on this album'.\\xa0\\r\u003cbr\u003eDerek added, 'I want to dedicate this to my fans all over the world who have supported me, whether it's been from the beginning of my career, or to the present day \\u2013 this album is for them'.\\r\u003cbr\u003e\\r\u003cbr\u003eFollowing on from the phenomenal success of his recent TEN tour, the New Year will see Derek head back on the road for 'The Hits' concert tour 2020. Promised to be his most exciting concert show yet, Derek and his band will visit venues across Ireland from the end of January to the beginning of March, bringing along an array of special guests: Cliona Hagan, Niamh McGlinchey, Olivia Douglas, Tony Allen (from Foster \u0026amp; Allen) and The Tumbling Paddies. Derek will then bring the concert tour to the UK and finish up in Scotland.\\r\u003cbr\u003e\\r\u003cbr\u003eDerek Ryan's brand new album 'The Hits' is released on Friday 15th November from Sharpe Music.\u003cp\u003eHold On To Your Hat\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePick A Bale Of Cotton\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDown On Your Uppers\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGod's Plan\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt's Friday\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDreamers And Believers\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBendigo\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLife Is A River\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Wrong Side Of Sober\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eKiss Me Mary\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWon't Ya Come Down (To Yarmouth Town)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMade Of Gold\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHeaven Tonight\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e100 Numbers\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePatsy Fagan\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHoney Honey\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Belle Of Liverpool\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTo Waltz With My Mother Again\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYa Can't Stay Here\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf You're Gonna Be Bad (Be Good At It)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOnly Getting Started\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chalkys.com","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55136548880769,"sku":"1128087","price":15.48,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0056\/8043\/1219\/files\/41_mQLh6QnL._SL1500.jpg?v=1767212946","url":"https:\/\/chalkys.com\/products\/1128087","provider":"Chalkys.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}