Dublin Singer-songwriter, Luke Clerkin, has launched a GoFundMe campaign for his long-awaited debut album, ‘Orpheus’, which is due for release in October this year. Clerkin has been playing his music to audiences all over the world since 2015, gaining acclaimed recognition for his euphoric live performances, deep and infectious music, and his extraordinary work ethic.
‘Orpheus’ was recorded with producer Gavin Doyle, between May and December 2024. The money from the GoFundMe will go towards public relations, mixing and mastering of the album, as well as the recording of music videos, and photoshoots. The campaign offers funders rewards for their support including tickets to the album launch, a digital download of the album, a concert in your living room, and much more.
Talking about the recording of the album, Luke said ‘We recorded the album between Gav’s home studio, North Clondalkin Library’s Creative Studio, and Block C studios. All of these places have been beneficial to my career in one way or another, so it was amazing to record my most precious piece of work within them. Some massive full circle moments were involved. Everything was done on a shoestring budget, but we put a lot of blood, sweat and tears (mostly tears) into it to make up for that.’
Talking about the campaign, Luke said ‘I am completely independent in everything that I do. I’m my own manager, label, booking agent…everything!. With all of that, I have always funded my music out of my own pocket, which has meant that I’ve been quite limited with the resources that I’ve had to use, and unfortunately the reach of my music has sometimes suffered because of this. I want to be able to give this album and these songs the release that they deserve. In order to do that, I’m asking anybody that has been touched or moved by my music over the years to show their support for this campaign. It would mean the absolute world to me if you could support the album, no matter how big or small the amount!!’
You can support Luke’s album GoFundMe here.
You can donate on Revolut here.
You can follow Luke Instagram here.
You can listen to Luke’s music here.
About Luke Clerkin
Known for his euphoric live performances, deep and infectious music, and his extraordinary work ethic, Luke Clerkin is an artist to be reckoned with. With a career that has seen him famously play over 250 gigs in 2015, gain international recognition through multiple tours, festival appearances and chart topping singles, Luke is showing no signs of giving up. Over the course of his career he has appeared at such festivals as Electric Picnic, Body & Soul, Stendhal and Edinburgh Free Fringe, and he has headlined venues all over Ireland including Whelan’s, The Workman’s Club, The Cobblestone, Hole in the Wall Kilkenny, John Lee’s in Tullamore and more. Luke has also toured Germany on multiple occasions and he has also toured Ireland with The Circle Sessions and Cycle Against Suicide.
The two time Sports and Cultural Council songwriting competition winner has gained support from industry stalwarts such as Luke Concannon of Nizlopi fame, with whom he has forged a supportive relationship as a friend and mentee. Luke’s music, which has seen him work with highly renowned producers such as Declan Legge, Gavin Doyle and Berlin’s jaako, has been featured extensively on national radio and television. Luke’s music has been featured by the likes of Hot Press, RTE, Indiebuddie, Golden Plec and many more. His songs have received airplay on BBC, Spin 1038, Spin South West, KCLR, FM104, Today FM amongst many others. When it comes to chart and streaming success, Luke has topped the Irish singer songwriter charts on multiple occasions whilst also being featured on Spotify’s Editorial Playlist ‘A Breath of Fresh Eire.
Throughout his career, Luke has been invited to play for government officials in both Leinster House (Irish Government Buildings ) and The Mansion House (Dublin City Council Buildings). His song ‘Home’ was used in Dublin’s bid for the 2020 Capital of Culture. Luke was the inaugural North Clondalkin Library Musician in Residence where he recorded and released his ‘Live From The Library’ EP in 2023. This was followed up by sold out shows across Ireland and the UK, including one in London’s Camden Chapel. Luke also played slots at major summer festivals such as Electric Picnic, All Together Now and The Works Festival. 2024 is set to be an even busier year with the release of his debut album, ‘Orpheus’ due to happen in October.
