Will Millar is the former lead singer for The Irish Rovers and performer with the popular Some Mad Irishmen. The ‘Rovers’ of course are known for their hit songs ‘The Unicorn’, ‘Wasn’t That A Party’ and the Christmas classic ‘Grandma Got Run-over By A Reindeer', as well as their very popular TV show and specials.
In this chat with Dan Hare Will shares: the hockey connection that brought his family to Canada; his experiences as a Calypso singer!; Glen Campbell’s contribution to ‘The Unicorn’; stories of touring and playing folk clubs in the U.S.; why a Rovers concert felt more like a kitchen party; why Tommy Smothers said “You’ll never play with us again”; insights into the famous guests who appeared on their TV show; the heartbreak of leaving The Rovers; his career as a successful painter; his recent health issue and much more.
