Brendan Melia is an Irish folk singer, song-writer and musician, based in Meath. He has been playing and writing music for 30 years. He has released 3 original singles and two EP’s of some standards of Irish folk music. He is constantly developing his original material and online presence.
Brendan is currently recording his first album of original music which will be released in the spring of 2024.
Delivered in Brendan’s raw and uncompromising singing style, his songwriting reflects an unconventional, mischievous streak, coupled with a strong sense of social justice.
His music has been compared to the likes of The Dubliners, Damien Dempsey, and Christy Moore. Fans of original Celtic folk and roots music will feel at home with Brendan’s music. Watch out for Brendan’s upcoming album for more fantastic original folk music with a few surprises and unusual twists from the Meath man who is just embarking on his musical odyssey.
His yet unnamed new album will be released in spring of 2024.
Meath-based singer-songwriter Brendan Melia is set to release a festive, nostalgic track, “The Bitter Sweet & Warm.”
The poignant, melodic song conjures up the seasonal imagery of Dublin familiar to many, and for Brendan, revisiting the city center shopping trips of his youth.
The sounds of buskers on Grafton Street, a backdrop to the passing multitudes pausing to listen.
“I wish, I wish that all the year could feel like Christmas time”
Before returning to their busy lives.
“Christmas is such an emotive time for people and in the spirit of celebrations, harsh realities can be forgotten but It’s still vital that the Homelessness crisis is not forgotten, or the families and single people experiencing it.”
Harmonica, guitars, and trad-style arrangement add color to the Irish folk track. The song doesn’t just capture a familiar scene, but hints at the untold bitter-sweet backstory of every troubadour. Dubliners near and far, or anyone who’s experienced the magic of the city at Christmas time are sure to be moved by this poignant track. Although the holidays are a time of joy and celebration, Christmas is not an easy time for everyone. The homeless crisis in Dublin continues to grip the city, and is all too easily forgotten in the face of all the other problems plaguing our society. Brendan says he hopes to raise awareness not just among the public but among the people with the power to effect change.
He says, “I want to bring the homeless crisis right into peoples homes this Christmas where it can’t be ignored.”
The song was recorded in Slane studios Co Meath by David Arkins, who mixed and produced the track. Adding his own expertise and ideas to create a wonderfully understated and sublime Christmas song Uncluttered with the usual festive kitsch and true to Brendan’s original vision. The track was mastered by Peter Montgomery mastering in Mullingar.
Connect with Brendan Melia via Social Media:
Brendan Melia (@brendanmeliafolksinger) • Instagram photos and videos
BrendanMeliaFolksinger (@Brentheartist) / X (twitter.com)
