Irish Bands & Musicians Part 2: Lyrics, Beats and Emotion
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All Tvvins - These 4 Words.
This band based in Dublin, whom I've also interviewed on my blog are musicians that are among my favourites. Known for their funny, upbeat and quirky guitar and beats. They always make me want to dance because their music is electronic complete with synthesizers. Within seconds of starting "These 4 Words" I find myself bopping my head and tapping my feet. With every song they manage to come up with an infectious best that is unique to each song yet is instantly recognizable as All Tvvins. Their songs are totally gig friendly and last month they supported legendary band Foals in Marlay Park, Co Cork. I really think they are one of Ireland's best musical exports at the moment. Other tunes I love of theirs are Resurrect Me, Unbelievable, Darkest Ocean and Thank You.
James Vincent McMorrow - Get Low.
Another Dublin music act, I have loved his music for years and it has been both lovely and interesting to watch his sound evolve. McMorrow has a really distinctive voice. When I first starting to listen to him with his song "We Don't Eat", his music was predominantly guitar and soft soft sounds, honestly really beautiful to listen to. But with his next released there has been an introduction of electro and just more bass. This song "Get Low" is fantastic. The song opens with a cool guitar sound and a beat that really makes me move my body. I am honestly very impressed with this latest offering from him.
Embrz - Breathe.
Also from Dublin, Jack Casey's music really caught my eye because it was enjoyable listen to. I've found myself slipping more and more into electro the older I've gotten. I'm not as familiar with his music as the previous artists but I am so impressed and proud that he is an Irish musician. Even if you're not an electro I would recommend giving this song a listen. The chorus is what really had me impressed and I found myself totally immersed in the song at that point. The beat is just something I really like.. something that could be made into an amazing remix I feel.
Foy Vance - She Burns.
This is one of the more melodic songs in this list. I absolutely adore this song. It came out earlier in the year but I really want more people to listen to this artist. Foy Vance is a fantastic musician. His music is gorgeous, with a detectable hint of Irish in it. The lyrics are lovely, if you listen to them carefully it tells a beautiful love story. The combination of his melodic voice and the instruments is genius in the chorus, I literally go into music heaven when I listen to it. I can't see a flaw in this song. I recommend you check out his album because it is full of gems. A musician to watch, someone who has collaborated with the likes of Ed Sheeran.
Talos - Your Love is an Island
Talos is the brainchild of Eoin French, a musician from Cork. I came across this musician looking through Irish music blogger Nialler9 and trawling through Google. His songs are quote haunting at times. The words used in the lyrics are what caught my eye, being a lover of the written word I found them beautiful. Towards the end of the song at 2:37 there is an introduction of a catchy electronic beat. It's this beat that had me thinking "wow". I'm very fussy with music but electic as the song is it works for me. The lyrics "Your love is an Island, I'm scorched in the sands of it" are emotional.. I do find this song makes me weirdly sad and emotional. I think this song was expertly crafted. I just think this artist doesn't get enough credit and more people need to be aware of him. Please read the full lyrics to this song.. they are amazing. The music video is fascinating too, beautifully shot.
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So this is some of the Irish musicians I am listening to at the moment. There are countless more out there creating heavenly music that you need to take the time to explore. Ireland is full of such talented people yet a lot of us seem to forget that. I hope you enjoyed this.
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