Andy Nolan
Raw reflections from those who have worked with Andy Nolan
Andy is one of the most gifted interviewers and writers I’ve had the pleasure of working with. A truly inspirational talent who is not afraid to ask the questions others dare not to. Multi talented, gifted and above all respected.
Ray Bishop
author of Outlaw and former gangland figureAndy Nolan, long respected on the musical and literary London Irish scene, now uses his incredible talents and passion to delve deep into the city’s darker side, London’s Irish criminal underworld. Buckle up and get ready for the ride!
Siobhan MacGowan
author of The Trial of Lotta Rae and The Graces, journalist, actress and sister of the late, great Shane MacGowanScreenwriter, producer, one-time Pope, BibleCodeSundays lifer and a man who is to the accordion, what Stéphane Grapelli is to the fiddle; Andy Nolan wonderfully imparts his London-Irish pedigree and distinct artistic merit on Green Bloods, his debut true crime book, which spectacularly details the thrilling true story of the Irish conquering the London Underworld.
Will Russell
Hot Press MagazineI’ve always been very impressed with what Andy’s done in music and film. I’ve been there to see his band perform at Trafalgar Square for London’s annual St Patrick’s Day celebrations, Under the Bridge, Powerhaus and Scala as well as being on set for his powerful and gritty short film, Tax City. I’m super excited to see what he does next and in particular Green Bloods where he reveals the untold true stories that influenced hit TV shows MobLand and Gangs Of London.
David Hennessy
The Irish World newspaperI have known Andy Nolan for many years and found him to be a man of honour. A polymath who is not only a gifted musician, film maker, Irish historian and a realistic writer, but a man of his word. Green Bloods will be his masterpiece, a book he was born to write. I am honoured to be involved in this unique and much anticipated project.
Noel ‘Razor’ Smith
author of A Few Kind Words & A Loaded Gun, Raiders and A Rusty Gun and ex bank robberI’ve been a fan of Irish music all my life. Growing up in the Birmingham Irish community I was exposed to the best live bands in genres of country, folk, Irish rock and trad. I moved to London in my early 20’s and stumbled across The BibleCodeSundays, a band I absolutely loved. I followed them around the pubs of North London and soon realised that their accordion player was Andy Nolan, who I’d seen play with Shane MacGowan as a teenager in Birmingham. Andy is a wonderful musician; someone who is cut from the same cloth as myself - a proud second generation Irishman, born and bred in England, but whose heart will forever be in Ireland.
Nigel Boyle
actor Line of Duty/Three Little Birds/High Hoops/Peaky BlindersAndy has been a positive, enthusiastic and popular figure in the Irish music scene, both in London and internationally, for decades. He lives and breathes melodies, continuing to play his part in a long tradition of Celtic storytelling. A trusted friend of Shane MacGowan and a music collaborator from their time with The Popes, Andy was part of the band for Shane’s funeral and wake, one of the greatest gatherings of Irish musicians in recent memory.
Paul Trainer
editor at Glasgow World, journalist at Glasgowist and author of Glasgow’s 100 Best Restaurants and The Best of GlasgowI met Andy 15 years ago in the USA after finding out we were mutual fans of each others work (BibleCodeSundays) and of Irish music in general. I was introduced to his literary skill and read a screenplay he wrote a while back under the working title Clan London, which has become Lullaby of London. Brilliant, I was instantly hooked! What amazes me the most is how versatile Andy’s writing is. One minute you’re in the midst of the deadly Irish mob. Next you’re immersed in a moving tribute song to the 30,000 Irishmen who died in New Orleans digging out the New Basin Canal - and there’s so much more in his writing arsenal. Nolan is a treasure right here and now, and for the years to come. I’m very much looking forward now to his latest release, Green Bloods.
Paulie Nugent
rapper in The Lordz of Brooklyn & Da Ded RabbidzWhether in Brooklyn, Glasgow, or The Big Smoke, the sons and daughters of Erin can always recognize one of their own. Box player extraordinaire Andy Nolan has brought our songs and stories to a global audience with great style, he’s one of our own.
Chris Byrne
Black 47, Seanchai & The Unity Squad, Green Cop RockerI’ve had the pleasure of working with Andy on several projects, his dedication & musical ability is exceptional, that’s what makes him one of the very best! I also have the pleasure of calling him my friend.
Matt McManamon
The Dead 60s, The Specials, SoloA talented musician, film-maker and podcaster, Andy Nolan can now add published author to his name with the much-awaited release of Green Bloods. It's an engaging and entertaining read covering the wild, colourful, but often elusive history of London Irish criminality. Steeped in mad urban capers and skulduggery, this masterful work of essential research and Celtic humour is sure to go down in history as an important real crime classic.
