Pete Courtney Live @ Bluesmoke Unplugged 08/05/2011

Pete Courtney

Website - www.petecourtney.com
Facebook -facebook.com/petecourtney

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The Irish media adopted this man to their hearts wholesale when he released “one of these kids”, the pure organic/sonic nature and beauty of awareness in his lyrics soothed their souls. He was the first to perform live on Ruth Scott’s show on 2FM, Galway Bay FM’s John Richards included a live recording for one of his annual “undercurrents ” album, Dave Fanning has played him often, aside from being on the 2FM play list, Leagues has featured Pete’s video for “Fingers and Face” when the great No Disco was televised, and 98FM TodayFM and 104FM and all regional stations play his album regularly. More importantly Pete has always made himself available to independent radio above the majors, naturally he would say.

Pete’s emphasis within music has always been to create and perform honestly and naturally. One can expect some self-effacing stories as well as many tricks and sonic gadgets that other folk would not consider employing into music. Sometimes guest appearance’s from the most evolved session musicians based in Ireland join in with him to enhance the experience of his shows.

An innovative sonic singer/songwriter that massages your heart and transforms the ordinary into something naturally beautiful!

“The most amiable man in Irish music” – Cat Hughes Dublin Event Guide

“A live one to remember, a voice and guitar playing prowess up there with the best” – John Meagher Irish Independent

“Perfect for thoughtful wandering and traveling light” – Kim Porcelli Hot Press

Bluesmoke Unplugged @ The Harbour Bar Bray 11th June 2011

Annoying Cloud

Website - annoyingcloud.com

Facebook- facebook.com/annoyingcloud

Band Bio

Our music is a melting pot of experiences gained in other projects, loads of influences as we have always free room for everyone to participate and deliver with their own soul to this project, this is why is so complicated to label Annoying Cloud. 

Catchy songs with strong instrumental music and personal lyrics that come from the good and the bad moments I have lived in my life. 

I hope you join us sooner or later.

All the best!

Myriam 2010

Coffee

Facebook - facebook.com/coffee.official.musicpage

Band Bio

COFFEE are a band based in Dublin. The four members of the band (Eoghan Regan; Vocals, Dylan Kerslake; Guitar, Gav McGlynn; Bass, Craig Steele; Drums) have been playing together since 2009.

They began with just Eoghan and Dylan playing music together in a bedroom. After a few months they decided to form a band but with only a singer and guitarist, they couldn't get the sound they wanted. They set out looking for other members to complete the line-up. To their great relief, Craig and Gav were only too eager to play and Coffee was formed weeks later.

Since formation, they've played a number of venues; DIT battle of the bands in Whelans, Hardrock Café and Captain Americas in which they reached the semi finals in all three competitions. Unfortunately their “clapometer” was on the blink and COFFEE lost to the X Factor styled judging system of the loudest applause from family and friends wins the day. They have also played in the Village, the Mezz and Crawdaddy as well as a number of pubs around Dublin.

The band have recently featured and been interviewed on radio Nova playing two songs live on air with two songs from their debut E.P also played on the show. The highlight for the band in 2010 was supporting Power of Dreams at their 20th anniversary show in Whelans and playing support at Craig Walker's new album launch also in Whelan's. They have appeared on Balcony TV and have recently recorded a music video with Neil O Brien.

Coffee have definitely done the rounds, yet are still as eager as ever to play. The band will launch their debut E.P on June 9th upstairs in Whelans of Wexford street. 

Breaking Light 

Website - breaking-light.com

Facebook - facebook.com/BreakingLightBand

Band Bio

We released our debut album on Friday 13th May, getting immediate national airplay. We've moved up 40 places in the reverbnation Irish charrt in May and are heading for a top 10 national spot. Our signature is our live performance, full of energy and passion.We come to life when were live.

Together since March 2010, we write original songs that are uplifting and get your heart pumping. Big drums and strong vocals supported by piano and kicking guitar. We've been compared to Hootie, Kings of Leon, The Fray and Ocean Colour Scene. Debut Album out in April

Our music is a good old fashioned mix of rock and pop. Just for fun we throw a funky feel into one or two songs.

Nuada Live @ Bluesmoke Unplugged 08/05/2011

Nuada

Website - www.nuada.net

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Nuada Play a combination of Medieval, Celtic and Folk music on an ever-widening array of instrumentation, including pipes, hurdy gurdy, bouzouki, recorders and lute, to name but a few. They weave traditional material with self-penned tunes and songs to create a rich and varied tapestry of music. Nuada’s performances are rapturously received whether they are at folk clubs, festivals, medieval events or private/corporate functions.

Rachel Austin Live @ Bluesmoke Unplugged 08/05/2011

Rachel Austin

Website - www.rachelaustinmusic.com

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Rachel’s music was born in Virginia and has taken her around the United Kingdom, Ireland, France and the USA. Because of her musical friendships in these places — including her current hometown of Belfast, Northern Ireland — she’s been blessed with a rotating band of international musicians. This gives her live concerts a different flavour each time she performs.

As for influences, the first were probably the constant flowing of Naked Creek outside her open window, the hush of summer nights gazing at stars, the transcendence of church worship. She is currently inspired by David Bazan, Regina Spektor, Wovenhand, and her friend, Devon Sproule.

'Austin's blissful voice soaring like an earth angel and a sense of liberation that recalls the late Tim Buckley. Glorious stuff.' - Hot Press

Bluesmoke Unplugged @ The Bia Bar

Nuada

Website - www.nuada.net

Nuada Play a combination of Medieval, Celtic and Folk music on an ever-widening array of instrumentation, including pipes, hurdy gurdy, bouzouki, recorders and lute, to name but a few. They weave traditional material with self-penned tunes and songs to create a rich and varied tapestry of music. Nuada’s performances are rapturously received whether they are at folk clubs, festivals, medieval events or private/corporate functions.







Pete Courtney

Website - www.petecourtney.com

The Irish media adopted this man to their hearts wholesale when he released “one of these kids”, the pure organic/sonic nature and beauty of awareness in his lyrics soothed their souls. He was the first to perform live on Ruth Scott’s show on 2FM, Galway Bay FM’s John Richards included a live recording for one of his annual “undercurrents ” album, Dave Fanning has played him often, aside from being on the 2FM play list, Leagues has featured Pete’s video for “Fingers and Face” when the great No Disco was televised, and 98FM TodayFM and 104FM and all regional stations play his album regularly. More importantly Pete has always made himself available to independent radio above the majors, naturally he would say.

Pete’s emphasis within music has always been to create and perform honestly and naturally. One can expect some self-effacing stories as well as many tricks and sonic gadgets that other folk would not consider employing into music. Sometimes guest appearance’s from the most evolved session musicians based in Ireland join in with him to enhance the experience of his shows.

An innovative sonic singer/songwriter that massages your heart and transforms the ordinary into something naturally beautiful!

“The most amiable man in Irish music” – Cat Hughes Dublin Event Guide

“A live one to remember, a voice and guitar playing prowess up there with the best” – John Meagher Irish Independent

“Perfect for thoughtful wandering and traveling light” – Kim Porcelli Hot Press


Rachel Austin

Website - www.rachelaustinmusic.com

Rachel’s music was born in Virginia and has taken her around the United Kingdom, Ireland, France and the USA. Because of her musical friendships in these places — including her current hometown of Belfast, Northern Ireland — she’s been blessed with a rotating band of international musicians. This gives her live concerts a different flavour each time she performs.

As for influences, the first were probably the constant flowing of Naked Creek outside her open window, the hush of summer nights gazing at stars, the transcendence of church worship. She is currently inspired by David Bazan, Regina Spektor, Wovenhand, and her friend, Devon Sproule.

'Austin's blissful voice soaring like an earth angel and a sense of liberation that recalls the late Tim Buckley. Glorious stuff.' - Hot Press

Lace Weeper Live @ Bluesmoke Unplugged 10/04/2011

Website - www.laceweeper.com
Facebook - facebook/laceweeper

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Lace Weeper are a Hard Rock band from Dublin, Ireland, they counter driving hard rock rhythms with mellow acoustics, and a keen sense of melody. The idea for the project was started in March 2010 by guitarist Matt Hayward and vocalist Sebastian Florek. Matt had previously fronted various Hard Rock bands as a vocalist, and had worked with artists such as Nick Pollock (My Sister's Machine/Tanks Of Zen/Soulbender), Edie Brickell and Kevin Wood (Malfunkshun). His switch to full time guitar and harmonies gave room to Sebastian, who was looking to move on from previous projects. Hailing from Poland, Sebastian exhibits a highly diverse and powerful vocal range, which Hayward first heard while in a recording studio in Wicklow, Ireland. The duo's mutual position of being without a band and overwhelming passion to make music, lead to creating something original and heartfelt. Upon formation, Lace Weeper released a demo, simply titled ''The Lace Weeper Demo'' which featured one original track, backed with a cover of Black Sabbath's 'Hole In The Sky'.

From March to August, Matt and Sebastian wrote material while auditioning bassists and drummers, in September they settled on Oswaldo Andres on bass and in December Paul Caldwell on drums, thus concreting a solid rhythm section. Two like minded musicians who added more dynamics and completed the sound that was intended.

From October-November the newly formed band entered the studio to record their debut E.P, 6 tracks which showcased the band's diversity and musicianship. Gavan Murray (Jaded Sun) lent his skills on drums for the recording and filled in for the band until Paul officially joined. The EP was released in early 2011.

Utilizing heavy guitar based grooves and quirky acoustic melodies, embellished by bluesy solos, a pounding rhythm section and deeply metaphoric & poetic lyrics, Weeper are a band many have been waiting for.

Bareback Rodeo Live @ Bluesmoke Unplugged 10/04/2011

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..::Band Bio coming Soon::..