Month: November 2020

Dublin born singer-songwriter Eoin Glackin returns with a brand-new single ‘El Dorado’, due for release Friday, 27th November 2020. 

The new single builds on the momentum of ‘Before The Rain’, Glackin’s recent release which garnered major radio support across Ireland and the UK such as Today FM, Spin 103.8, 98FM as well as TalkRadio and BBC. 

The story of friendship in the face of the greatest adversity, something which may resonate today more than ever, has echoes of some of Glackin’s folk heroes like Kris Kristofferson, Steve Earle and Christy Moore.

The genesis for El Dorado, a story of unbreakable friendship, is best explained by the writer himself:

“I was hanging out with a friend the evening after I wrote it. We were passing a guitar back and forth, so I played it for him. He looked at me when I was finished and asked, ‘Is that about me?’ I just replied, ‘Now you mention it, I think it is!‘

When we were about 10, he became very sick. He had a rough time but thankfully came out on the other end. I wasn’t sure where this story came from in my head, but now I do. This story of unbreakable friendship is for him.” 

Eoin Glackin is a Dublin born singer-songwriter, with three acclaimed albums under his belt.  A relentless tourer, he has shared the road with legendary acts like The Darkness, Joan Armatrading and most recently, Irish icons, Aslan. While Glackin is known for his eclectic songwriting, his work has always been steeped in the folk tradition of passing on stories and ideas through the medium of song.

‘El Dorado’ is no different.

Glackin is working on a new album due for release next spring.

After a successful social media video launch over the Halloween weekend, October Fires bring you their latest single ‘In The Gloom’, due for digital release later this month. Partly recorded at home during lockdown and at Black Mountain recording studio with James Darkin, who describes it as, “another hauntingly beautiful lullaby,” from the band.

Song created by October Fires. Produced and mixed by James Darkin. Mastered by Pete Maher.

October Fires have been described as large scale indie-folk, haunting and eclectic with a distinct and individualistic sound. Their music is continually inspired by the autumnal season, with its unique blend of beauty and eeriness, darkness and light.

Since the band released their first radio single ‘Pray’ in June 2018 and their debut EP ‘Everybody Knows in October 2018 they have been greeted with numerous glowing reviews from Hot Press, Nialler 9, Remy, The Last Mixed Tape, Barry Gruff and featured in Joe.ie Song of the Day.

They have received steady radio play on RTÉ 2XM, RTÉ Radio 1, Radio Nova, 98FM, 8Radio, DublinCity FM, Galway Bay FM, FM104, WLRFM, KCLR FM and 92.5 Phoenix FM. 

October Fires have also performed on RTÉ’s ‘The Arena Show’ with Sean Rocks, 98fm’s Totally Irish with John Barker and award winning DJ Roddy Cleere on KCLR FM.

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Dublin-based Scattered Ashes are set to release their debut single ‘Love Is Not An Option’ on the 20th November. A bold opening statement from the band, the track is a dive into the sinister aspects of an ailing relationship. The substance of which is a tandem between the prophetic vocals of frontman Robert Dalton, and the urgent guitar stylings of Ben Downes. The abrasive four-piece range in influence from Brutalism to Punk, matching aggressive sonic textures with a strict sense of space.

“You can hear our influences, but the product is entirely our own. Taking cues from the likes of Bauhaus, Gang of Four, Sisters of Mercy & Joy Division we sit in a darker lane than most of our contemporaries, taking post-punk back to its murkier roots.“

‘Love Is Not An Option’ was recorded at Darklands, in Dublin with Dan Doherty, mastered by Pete Maher.

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Up and coming Irish songwriter Owen Rua releases his impressive new emotive single ‘Don’t Rely On Anybody But Yourself’ on 6th November.

A prolific songwriter and performer, Owen blends piano with rock and soul sounds, drawing influence from the likes of Hozier, Lewis Capaldi and Sam Smith, to create his unique, upbeat pop sound.

Growing up in a very musical household, and from a young age he knew he would embark on a journey to make his dreams come true. Fully immersing himself into music, this led Owen to Rome, Italy, where he studied music in

Saint Louis College. Along with this, he graduated with a 4-year degree from the Cork School of Music.  Coming back to Ireland, Owen would regularly perform passionate acoustic performances around the country, making him a celebrity in his hometown of Tralee, Co. Kerry.

Storytelling is an important part of the creative process for Owen. ‘Don’t Rely On Anybody But Yourself’  is a breakup empowerment anthem.  It’s a tale of overcoming heartbreak, finding independence and self love.

Owen released his debut single ‘Do You Ever Think of Me?’ on July 24^th 2020.  This single received great reviews and write ups from Hot Press Magazine, and had interviews and radio plays from Spin South West, Soho Radio London, Indie Star radio, Radio Kerry, The Sound Lab radio, Limerick 102FM, Near FM, Mid West Radio, KCLR96FM as well as being playlisted on RTE 2xm and appearing on GoldenPlec.

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This week, Jordan Run announces his next single ‘Seventeen’, released 20th November. The track tells a story of the artist’s mental health issues, talking up and raising awareness about the importance of listening to each other. Having wrote and produced the song himself, Jordan Run is an independent artist from Cork, and has decided to donate all the iTunes sales to Pieta. You can donate to the cause by pre-ordering the track on iTunes using this link https://ffm.to/qyykray.ois

Jordan Run is the pseudonym for Aaron O’Sullivan, a multi-genre artist from West Cork, Ireland. Jordan Run has some impressive achievements under his belt, including a support show for world renowned guitarist Ariel Posen, his debut single ‘Change Your Mind’ reaching the Top 200 in the Irish iTunes charts 2019 and his recent release ‘Deep’ gaining over 100,000 streams on Spotify. 

The artist is working very hard at the moment working on new material for his debut album release next year. You can find out more information by following his social media using the links below.

Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/jordanrunofficial
Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/iamjordanrun/
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BandCamp – https://jordanrun.bandcamp.com/
Official Website – www.jordanrun.com

Jackie Beverly adds yet another stunning electro-folk single to her collection, with the intimate and low-fi ‘Sea Glass’ – out now.

Jackie Beverly has been paving the way for the electro-folk genre here in Ireland, and is an artist that is on the rise. Having received support from the likes of The Irish Times, Nialler9, 98fm, GoldenPlec,

The Thin Air and more, she has spent the last two years focusing on releasing a string of stellar singles, plus more recently announcing some live shows – all three headline shows which have sold out in record time. 

Her recent electrifying appearance at industry showcase festival Ireland Music Week this October 2020 is just a small insight into what her live shows will be like, once the live industry returns.

Noted as a ‘one of the most exciting new talents in Ireland’ (GoldenPlec) and named one of “10 Irish Rock and Pop acts to watch in 2020” in The Irish Times (Tony Clayton-Lea), 

Jackie Beverly has been steadily carving a space for herself in the Irish music scene, sparking people’s attention with her refreshing electro-infused writing, and refined vocal. 

Taking inspiration from Låpsley and London Grammar, the results are “moody, unpretentious, captivating and a little bit special.”

‘Sea Glass’ is Beverly’s fifth single release to date, and one that explores more of her folk roots, while keeping the magic of that low-fi electro sound she is known for.

Written in 2018, this single was one of the first tracks that was written under the moniker of Jackie Beverly, so it’s about time it got the chance to see the light of day.

“Written about a close friend who was struggling in life, it’s a song that explores finding beauty in the mundane, and focusing on the little things in life that can bring so much happiness. ”  Jackie Beverly 2020

New to Beverly’s soundscape are the use of strings, namely cello, which amplifies the folk feel that Beverly was striving to marry with her electro vibes.

Produced by the amazing Darragh Nolan of Asta Kalapa studios, this is the third single they’ve produced together to date.

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Dublin-based with Clare and Connemara connections, Eoghan Ó Ceannabháin and Ultan O’Brien have been playing together for many years in bands, ahead of the release of their new duo project this Thursday, ‘Solas An Lae’, they share a harrowing song from the album:

‘All Our Lonely Ghosts’ is a dark song. It charts the treatment of women, children and those who have been silenced in Irish society over the decades. Where Catholic Ireland locked people in Church-run institutions in days gone by, modern-day neoliberal Ireland puts them in family hubs, direct provision centres, or leaves them to roam the streets of our cities and towns.

“In recent weeks, we have seen those in power redouble their efforts to bury a shameful past – a past that could rock the foundations of the current status quo if it is unearthed in its entirety.

While the song is bleak, we see hope – in the courage of the survivors who are campaigning for justice and in the movements that are fighting for a better world.” – Eoghan & Ultan.

‘All Our Lonely Ghosts’ was recorded and produced by Nick Turner of Watercolour Music, the video is by Ruth Clinto. Lyrics written by Eoghan Ó Ceannabháin – Music & Ciarán O’Rourke, and the track was arranged by Eoghan Ó Ceannabháin & Ultan O’Brien.

The human voice and the fiddle are often thought of as musical cousins. ‘Solas an Lae’ (The Light of the Day), Eoghan and Ultan’s debut offering, will be a compelling exploration of that relationship, creating a unique dialogue that blends raw, rugged earth with the ethereal otherworld. It is due for release Thursday 5th November, via the Scottish label Watercolour Music.

In ‘Solas an Lae’, bouncing songs and strings off one another, Eoghan and Ultan have created a duo album that emerges viscerally from the sean-nós roots of upbringing to blossom into two of the most articulate Irish musical voices on the scene today.

‘Solas an Lae’ (The Light of the Day) is the debut album from Eoghan Ó Ceannabháin and Ultan O’Brien due for release on November 5th 2020,  via Watercolour Music. Pre-order the digital album or vinyl on Bandcamp: https://eoghanultan.bandcamp.com/releases

Join Eoghan and Ultan for their Live Stream Album Launch Show via Facebook Live, Thursday 5th November, 8.30pm-10pm https://www.facebook.com/events/2796352953934649/

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Victoria Keating and Aine O Gorman are singer-songwriters from West Cork

Eve Blaire of BBC Radio Ulster said of Aine’s debut single ‘Lydia’ “Absolutely stunning.” 3 time Grammy award winning producer Ryan Freeland said of ‘Lydia’, “what a beautiful track”. Aine’s last single ‘Desolation’ was viewed over 170,000 times on Facebook during the first lockdown.

Victoria has worked with Christy Moore extensively since 2011, providing harmony vocals on five albums. She has also provided harmonies on Declan Sinnott’s second solo album. She has toured extensively with Christy and with Declan playing sold out venues such as The Acoustic stage, Glastonbury and Vicar Street Dublin. She is building a loyal fanbase on her weekly show ‘Little Rooms, Big Music’ and is recording her first album of original material with Declan Sinnott and Martin Leahy.

Victoria and Aine came together to write ‘The Poor Ground’ in March 2017, after the bodies of 796 babies and children were found in a septic tank on the grounds of the Tuam Mother and Baby Home. Victoria and Aine finished the song over the summer and recorded it with the very talented Martin Leahy. Released on social media on Monday, the video has had a hugely emotional reaction. Many viewers commenting on how powerful the song and video are. The video has been shared 120 times in just 6 days with two global pages sharing it to their followers of almost 450,000.

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Jamin O’Donovan’s indie, alt-pop sound is music for contemplation. A response to the superficiality of modern life, Jamin offers hope to the listener, inviting them to momentarily transcend the daily monotony. Jamin’s path as a musician was forged after attending a Bruce Springsteen concert at the age of 5. His music-loving father, whose own father was a trumpet player, showered all his children equally with his passion for music but it was only Jamin who took up the mantle.

Deciding at age 5 that he would either aspire to be like Bruce Springsteen or Bruce Lee, he first opted to follow in the footsteps of the martial arts master. He became a black belt in Tae Kwon Do, before picking up a guitar at age 14 and conquering all his favourite musical heroes’ songs, under the guiding influence of his guitarist father. He had to master all the Steely Dan guitar solos before he was allowed to play ‘Smells Like Teen Spirit’. He then bought a bass, a 4-track tape recorder and a drum machine, beginning on his journey to writing and recording music.

Jamin spent 10 years playing, writing and producing music in Irish indie pop group FRED, touring extensively on both sides of the Atlantic. The five-piece band released four albums enjoying great success in Ireland, America and Canada with highlights including the band’s song ‘Damn You Hollywood’ used in an episode of the US TV series Gossip Girl as well as being awarded iTunes Canada’s Single of the week for ‘Skyscrapers’ in 2008. Fred performed at festivals such as Oxegen, Electric Picnic and Hard Working Class Heroes and worked with notable producers including Howard Bilerman (Arcade Fire) at his studio Hotel2tango.

Jamin left the band to focus on spiritual empowerment programs for youth, where he worked to uplift young people out of their surroundings and contribute to a society in a meaningful way, where superficial divisions such as race, religion and class disappear into the ether. It is this same sense of purpose, this optimism for a better life for all that called Jamin back to music and compelled him to create again. Now, living in North London, Jamin has created an album that will encourage the listener to feel contemplative, soaring above the superficiality of modern pop-culture.

Jamin releases his first solo single ‘Shores’ on 6th November.

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