Uncle Hugo: The Story of the Wee Man from Strabane by Paul Evans
Hugo Duncan is the wee man from Strabane who has made it big. He is one of the most popular entertainers in Irish country music, and a broadcaster with a hugely successful afternoon show on BBC Radio Ulster. He's also a live wire whose reputation for fun and banter is as legendary as the warmth and affection he has for his audience. But it's never been an easy road. In this fully authorised biography, Hugo talks frankly about his family: his devoted mother who brought him up on her own, and the father he never knew; and his music - the thrill of performing, the showband days and his life on the road.Backstage, another story was playing out - Hugo's increasing dependence on drink was wreaking havoc on his family life and career. His journey back to sobriety and success was long and hard, but Hugo never gave up. Take your seats and put your hands together for the Hugo Duncan story - as lively as the man himself, and with its fair share of laughter and tears, the craic's bound to be mighty. And remember ...your Uncle Hugo Loves You!