Johnny Moynihan

Johnny Moynihan
Moynihan with a pre-war Gibson mandolin
Background information
Birth nameJohn Moynihan
Born (1946-10-29) 29 October 1946
OriginPhibsboro, Dublin, Ireland
GenresFolk, traditional Irish
Occupation(s)Musician, singer
Instrument(s)Vocals, fiddle, mandolin, bouzouki, tin whistle and button accordion
Years active1960s–present

John Moynihan (born 29 October 1946, Phibsboro) is an Irish folk singer, based in Dublin. He is often credited with introducing the bouzouki into Irish music in the mid-1960s.: 67 

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