 His solo career was put on hold in 1990 when he rejoined the Clancy Brothers after brother Tom's death.After leaving the Clancy Brothers in 1996, he toured with his nephew Robbie O'Connell and son Donal until 1999, after which he resumed his solo career until the end of his life.He released a solo CD in 2008 and two videos, a concert special and a documentary on his life, in 2009.