The Shells

TALLAGHT, CO. DUBLIN 2001 - 2005
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OVERVIEW

The Shells was a Tallaght-based rock band. The line up featured Mark Bolger [Guitar], Ciaran Gallagher [Rhythm Guitar & Vocals], Chris 'Git' Sweeney [Drums & Percussion] and Chris Hogan [Bass Guitar]. The band was influenced by many of the greats including The Beatles and The Stone Roses. There were also obvious Oasis influences in the band's sound.

While there are no known official releases from the group, The Shells recorded a number of tracks including 'Do You Remember', 'Hey Hey My My', 'Lead Me On', 'Perfect Soul', 'Rolling Stone', 'Sister Surreal', 'Sunshine' and 'Temper (Temper)'.

Chris Sweeney went on to perform with The Barricades who, subsequently, shortened its name to The Cades. Mark and Chris Hogan went on to join Deshonos.

LINE UP
Mark Bolger [Guitar], Ciaran Gallagher [Rhythm Guitar & Vocals], Chris 'Git' Sweeney [Drums & Percussion], Chris Hogan [Bass Guitar]

FAMILY TREE LINKS
The Barricades, The Cades, Deshonos

SONGS
'Do You Remember', 'Hey Hey My My', 'Lead Me On', 'Perfect Soul', 'Rolling Stone', 'Sister Surreal', 'Sunshine', 'Temper (Temper)'