Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/1KD5EZ_PM8k
The 4 of Us have reached new frontiers with the cosmic video for their single Crescent Nights, taken from their new album of the same name. Set in a virtual lunar hemisphere, the cinematic promo has the band’s singer / songwriter Brendan Murphy floating in space as he pays musical homage to an old stomping ground from his college days, the long since demolished Crescent Bar in Belfast – an oasis for students at the height of the Troubles.
The video was produced by Brendan’s brother and co-writer Declan, who has helped create all the band’s artwork since their smash hit 1989 debut, Songs for The Tempted. “Our musical journey began with a scrappy, homemade music video for an MTV competition, shot and edited on VHS by Declan in his art college days, which ultimately landed us a deal with CBS Records in London,” says Brendan. “Now, decades later, we’re still trying to push creative boundaries.
Guitarist Declan spent many hours with advanced AI to create an outer space backdrop and moonscape, featuring Brendan as a party-seeking astronaut. “Declan embraced the concept with unexpected enthusiasm,” Brendan laughs. “He disappeared for days making a video that not only placed me in space but digitally transformed me to my youthful self from the Crescent Bar era. He’s come a long way as a video maker – from our humble school gym productions!”
One of the most enduringly popular Irish bands, The 4 of Us was formed in Newry in the mid-80s. The new album Crescent Nights was inspired by their Belfast college days in that turbulent era.
2025 Tour Dates
31/01/2025 Wexford Arts Centre, Wexford
07 & 8/02/2025 Whale Theatre, Greystones, Wicklow
14/02/2025 Cleere’s, Kilkenny
21/02/2025 Whelan’s, Dublin
01/03/2025 Moat Theatre, Naas, Kildare
28/03/2025 Esker Arts Centre, Tullamore, Offaly
29/03/2025 Monroe’s, Galway
04/04/2025 Spirit Store, Dundalk, Louth
05/04/2025 The Source Arts Centre, Thurles, Tipperary
12/04/2025 Live at St Luke’s, Cork
26/04/2025 Hawk’s Well Theatre, Sligo
04/05/2025 Empire Music Hall, Belfast, Antrim
24/05/2025 Dunamaise Arts Centre, Portlaoise, Laois
The album Crescent Nights is available now from the band’s website, select record shops, and all good streaming platforms.