The Shells

TALLAGHT, CO. DUBLIN

2001 - 2005

A detailed page has not yet been completed for this artist. If you have information available, please send this to the following address feedback@irishmusicdb.com 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)'