Deadly Stuff

The 2UIBestow Sessions

We are very excited to be planning a 'Sessions' night in Boyles of Slane on the first Thursday of every month kicking off on Thursday 4th June 2009. The music night will reflect the type of acts promoted on the blog with an emphasis on quality, variety as well as promoting local acts!

More news soon!

http://www.myspace.com/liveatboyles

The Wednesday Review - Van Cleef 'Supervillainesque'

Van Cleef are a Dublin four piece who deserve kudos for listing BMX Bandits and Terace Trent D'arby amongst their influences on their MySpace. They release their debut album 'Supervillainesque' next month and it's a good fun album.

The twelve tracks are well crafted pop rock tracks that give a nod in the direction to a lot of Irish bands on the circuit in the mid 90's like A House and The Fat Lady Sings. This record is just what a recession needs! It's packed full of bright sing-a-long harmonies that makes full use of Diarmuid's distinct vocal style. If you're feeling under the weather, forget Fitzcaraldo or Astral Weeks, play this album to get you going again. In particular check out the song 'Prince' which might make it into my top 10 list of songs this year. I'm looking forward to hearing these tracks live!

Van Cleef - Supervillianesque (8 out of 12)


29 May 2009 20:00 ’SUPERVILLAINESQUE’ ALBUM LAUNCH, THE VILLAGE, WEXFORD STREET Dublin


http://www.myspace.com/vancleefmusic

Ruby Tuesday - Hamlet Sweeney

Hamlet Sweeney is fast becoming the hardest working man on the Irish Music Scene. Not content with being involved with the weekly songwriters night in 'The Song Room' in 'The Globe', he has started his weekly residency in the Purty Loft, playing headline shows in Whelans, releasing a single a month in 2009 and supporting the likes of Villagers and Discovery Gospel Choir. Phew! The great news is that Hamlet makes wonderful music with clever lyrics and upbeat pop harmonies. Think along the lines of Crowded House or the Irish band Picture House.


Catch Hamlet live in Whelans this Thursday 30th April. I'm really looking forward to this gig!

www.hamletsweeney.com
www.myspace.com/hamletsweeney

Monday Under The Covers - Katell Keineg

I wrote about the amazing Katell Keineg gig we were at in Whelans over ten years ago in the comment section over on 'On The Record' and the comment appeared in 'The Ticket' last Friday. Katell has been busy working on her forth album and releasing an EP in New York. Alot of readers might be unaware of how wonderful a talent Katell Keineg is. Here is a cover that was a b-side of the EP 'What's the only thing Worst than the End of Time?'

Katell Keineg - River Man [Nick Drake]

http://www.myspace.com/katellkeineg

Sunday's Summer Song - Wayne Brennan

Wayne Brennan releases his debut album this coming Friday and I'm really looking forward to getting hold of it. 'In My Hand' will reflect Wayne's many musical influences... from the likes of Hendrix, Knopfler, Marley, Clapton, Paco De Lucia and the Gypsy Kings,to name but a few. What makes Wayne stand out is his amazing guitar playing in the style of Rodreigo Y Gabriela which has to be seen live to appreciate.

Wayne is touring all over Ireland and he comes highly recommended! Check out the links for more details!

http://www.waynebrennan.com/
http://www.myspace.com/waynebrennan

Many Gigs on the Horizon

A list of gigs that with the greatest intention I shall be at over the next few months!




Monday night Upstairs in Whelans is the album launch for Garret Baker's home produced debut album. I'm really looking forward to this because from the little I have heard of Garret's music I think it will be a night of great music.


http://www.myspace.com/garretbaker








Friday 1st May I shall be making my way to Road Records at 5.30 pm for a sweet album launch session by Adrian Crowley and he will be signing autographs after the few tunes. Next stop after this is Pony Club in Whelans!

http://www.myspace.com/adriancrowley









Tuesday 5th May sees I Am Not Lefthanded and Murder Plan gigging for their supper Upstairs in Whelans in another 'Pay What You Like' gig! The band outlined their reasons for this free in and pay what it's worth on their FB event page as:

"The recession seems to mean a lot of things these days. Belt-tightening, glum faces, it's no way to start the Spring. So to chase those economy blues away, come to our Pay As You Like gig Upstairs in Whelans on Tuesday 5th May.

We'd much rather people came and enjoyed a good night out than worried about the money they're spending. So, tickets are free for everyone. If you like what you hear and want to make a donation on your way out, consider it your part towards our future ferry tickets. And if you can't afford it, well we don't mind in the least!"

http://www.iamnotlefthanded.com/








On everyone's tip for success list in Ireland, Villagers are touring the land finishing with this gig in Whelans on 9th May. After this they head off to the UK to support Bell X1 on their tour!



http://www.myspace.com/wearevillagers






After many support slots this year including opening for Damo Dempsey, Butterfly Explosion and Angel Pier, ALS are headlining their own gig in Whelans on June 5th.





Support comes from Hulk and former Ten Speed Racer Johnny Barrett.



Blast from the Past: Ten Speed Racer - Fifteen

Music News Round-up

Past Ruby Tuesday band Van Cleef have confirmed supports for the album launch in The Village on Friday 29th May: The singin' and a strummin' songstress Sarah Gleeson and wild n' raucous garage rock Mighty Atomics. If that's not a reason to show up early, I don't know what is. A review of said album is due on the blog next week.

Check them both out on:
www.myspace.com/themightyatomics
www.myspace.com/sarahgleesonmusic








The brilliant Joy Booth has got the support gig for Sarah Lee Guthrie and Johnny Irion in Whelans Upstairs on Monday, May 4th. This is a massive break for her and I'm sure the crowd will take to her sound. Here she is performing in Drogheda a few months back.

http://www.myspace.com/joyboothmusic









Castlepalooza 2009

Super line-up with some interesting ticketing packages available:

David Kitt
Project Jenny Project Jan
R.S.A.G
Channel One
Robotnik
The Lost Brothers
Dark Room Notes
Noise Control
8 Ball
Glint
Le Galaxie
Nell Bryden
The Ambience Affair
Followers of Otis
Patrick Kelleher








The wonderful Margaret Healy has recruited the services of The Hedge Schools for her album launch gig upstairs in Whelans on May 13th. The album 'Girls, Boys & Clockwork Toys' has been gaining steady reviews from the media and that gig looks like it will be brilliant.

http://www.myspace.com/margarethealy







Another debut album I'm really looking forward to hearing is the Wayne Brennan album who I'll be seeing in concert this evening in Drogheda. His video for the new single 'She's The One' has recently been uploaded to YouTube and is here now:

http://www.myspace.com/waynebrennan










I seen the official video for Wallis Bird's new single 'To My Bones' which is a brilliant, fun energetic happy song. However it hasn't been uploaded to YouTube yet. Here is a live version from a recent German gig. Honestly how brilliant is this?

http://www.myspace.com/wallisbird



2 Jun 2009 20:00 12 Bar London, UK, London and South East
3 Jun 2009 20:00 12 Bar London, UK, London and South East
13 Jun 2009 20:00 Festival der Kulturen Bad Fredeburg, GER
24 Jul 2009 20:00 Whelans Dublin, IRE
25 Jul 2009 20:00 Cyprus Avenue Cork, IRE
21 Aug 2009 18:00 Frequency Festival St. Poelten, AUT, Niederösterreich

It's Friday, I'm In Love with Laura Izibor

Laura Izibor has a new single out; 'From My Heart To Yours', a debut album out next month 'Let The Truth Be Told' and a few gigs back home in Dublin, Cork and Limerick.

We predict Laura will become a massive pop sensation in the coming year.

http://www.myspace.com/lauraizibor

Whelans 20 Years of Live Music

Whelans has hit the milestone of 20 years and is celebrating with a series of gigs in the coming months starting tonight with the first of Mundy's three gigs. I predict Friday night will be mad in Whelans with Mundy downstairs and Groom in the upstairs venue. There's no doubt that Whelans is a special little venue that has accomondated many of Ireland's best artists as well as some of the very best International acts. The list includes Jeff Buckley, Townes Van Zandt, The Arctic Monkeys, Bloc Party, The National, David Gray and hundreds more. Here are my own personal highlights;

Katell Keineg:

Seen some excellent gigs in Whelans over the years. My most poignant moment was watching Katell Keineg from the balcony dedicating her new single ‘One Hell of a Life’ to her friend Jeff Buckley who died a few weeks before. The crowd sang the song so beautifully. Perfect moment.

Katell Keineg - Beautiful Day

Mark Dignam:

We seen Mark possibly four times in Whelans with the most recent time being this February. Mark's performances were always special as he is such a great songwriter. We seen Mark around 2003 with an up and coming singer-songwriter in support by the name of Declan O'Rourke!




Nick Kelly:

Like with Mark, we seen Nick many times in Whelans and most of the time the support slot was handed to the wonderful and mesmerising young singer Gemma Hayes. Along with his great music, Nick is a great story teller mid-song and invariably has the crowd in stitches.

Dar Williams: [X2, once with Mic Christopher, once with Jeffrey Foucault]

American folkster Dar has some excellent tunes in her back catalogue and as a performer she is amazing. Was a real treat to see Mic Christopher showcase some new tunes as a recent solo artist. I remember thinking that 'Heyday' was a special tune!

Other notable artists at Whelans include; Foy Vance, Joseph Arthur, Ben Kweller, The Frank & Walters, Josh Ritter, Tim Rogers, Los Campesinos, Nell Bryden and most recently One Day International.




The best of Whelans on YouTube

Gemma Hayes






Ray Heffernan - Let Go Of The Wheel [Recorded last month]







Ham Sandwich







Mark Geary







Luka Bloom







To read many many reviews of gigs in the las few years you should check out; http://www.cluas.com/venues/whelans-dublin/

..... and go here to check out some live legal bootlegs; http://www.archive.org/search.php?query=whelans%20AND%20collection%3Aetree



Remember Mundy for the next three nights to kick off the celebrations!

Mundy - To You I Bestow


Here's to many more years.... http://www.whelanslive.com/listings/

Peadar King - The Nature of Flaws [Album Review]

A few weeks back I was listening to a recently purchased Irish artist compilation album in the car when I heard 'Wanted Something'. You know the moment you hear a song that is near perfection at that moment in time? 'Wanted Something' was that song for me and led me to seek out it's creator; Peadar King.






'The Nature of Flaws' is the debut album by Peadar King released last July. I am reviewing this album here now because I have this hunger to tell the world about this amazing talent. Some Peadar King background info first:



"Peadar King is a singer and songsmith from Inishbofin Island, Galway, Ireland. In 2004 He began his first Music Project entitled "Cornerstone" with Orla Gibbons (singer), Ray Hahessy (guitarist),Michael Curran (bassist), and Leroy Smith (Drummer). They played together for two years in which they garnered a loyal fan base. In early 2007, they went separate ways. Peadar went to France for six months where he continued to write and perform, while returning sporadically to Galway to record his Debut album -"The Nature of Flaws" on which many of the musicians he had worked with in the past featured. He returned in November of that year and completed work on the project.He released the Album independently on the 18th July 2008.".... from Peadar's MySpace.




'The Nature of Flaws' is musically an interesting album in that it crosses many genres. Folk, pop, country and good old singer-songwriter genres are represented here. The problem with the different genre's is that the album has a rather disjointed feel to it. What does make this album shine is Peadar's voice over beautiful melodic guitar strumming. His voice carries qualities similar to the heyday of The Irish folk scene of the seventies. Add in Orla Gibbons harmonies and you get three or four of the most pleasant tunes you'll hear this year. Fans of Declan O'Rourke, Luka Bloom and Hothouse Flowers must check out Peadar King and be sure to let him know how great he is!

The Nature of Flaws - (8 out of 12)

Wanted Something

>Wanted Something (Copyright- Peadar King 2007)

> Wanted something, sun on my back> move like a cloud and never look back
> Train tracks are neverending
> and the light in my life's depending
> on your love
> Down mountains the views descending
> and the wild flowers are neverending
> flow downstream like a coffin on the water
>> And if you put it to the test
> your mum will find the very very best
> for you now, for you now
> and all the shit that you crawled through
> well all of it will stand to you
> all your life
> All your life
> and dont be the one to do me wrong
> i loved you for so very long and i'll carry on
> if you hold to me like chalk and cheese
> i'll see you sheltered in the breeze
> in the cool wind
>> Well the people they deplore
> the wind and the downpour of rain
> cos it cleanses the soul
> Down winding streets
> they've lost their clamour
> and the queens say goodbye to glamour
> as they fall from glory and the steeples
>>> And if you put it to the test
> your mum will find the very very best
> for you now, for you now
> and all the shit that you crawled through
> well all of it will stand to you
> all your life
> All your life
> and dont be the one to do me wrong
> i loved you for so very long and i'll carry on
> if you hold to me like chalk and cheese
> i'll see you sheltered in the breeze
> in the cool wind
>> some of us - we've outlived
> our sell-by date
> got nothing left to give
> Wanted something, sun on my back
> move like a cloud and never look back

http://www.myspace.com/peadarking

Rock 'D' Lough 2009

This line-up was confirmed today for Slane's most important gig this year! Surely the strong positioning of Ruairi Coogan confirms our belief that he is going to become massive in the coming years!

More info can be found here....

http://www.rocktheloughslane.com/

Ruby Tuesday - Elder Roach

This week's Ruby Tuesday artist has slowly over the last number of weeks begun to impress me as an artist in his own right. Elder Roach has shown massive potential with his debut album from 2007 'Nobody Knows' and with recent sold-out gigs in Bewleys Theatre in Dublin, all is looking well for the future. The album for me is in two halves. You can't but hear Tom Waits and Leonard Cohan influences in the first five songs but to this listener it is the second side where Elder comes into his own as a folk troubadour. He is now set to release his Single 'Diamond' taken from his debut Nobody Knows.


http://www.myspace.com/elderroche

See Elder Roach Live:

8 May 2009 20:30 Middle Earth Music Club Kill, Kildare
19 May 2009 21:00 Ruby Sessions Dublin
24 May 2009 2:45 LIVE MIC WEEKENDER Wicklow
26 May 2009 21:00 Wexford Song Club Town, Wexford
4 Jun 2009 21:00 Candlelight Sessions Waterford
24 Jun 2009 21:00 Sitting Room Sessions Cork
3 Jul 2009 21:00 The Purple Sessions Drogheda, Louth
26 Jul 2009 20:00 Upstairs in Whelans Dublin
9 Aug 2009 20:00 Upstairs in Whelans Dublin
16 Aug 2009 20:00 Upstairs in Whelans Dublin
2 Sep 2009 21:00 New Music Club Clonmel, Tipperary

Monday Under The Covers - Elliot Smith covered by Turn

I am becoming increasingly aware of Ollie Cole whose debut album is almost ready for release. The former 'Turn' frontman has completed a whole host of gigs recently including the IRMO showcase and a Bell X1 support. This Saturday he is headlining the Revolver Gig in Radio City with the fine Alphastates in support!

I checked out the 'Turn' website recently. It features Ollie Cole news as well as news on the drummer who is also in Little Palace and Gavin Fox the bassist who is in Concerto for Constantine. There was a post about the recent five year anniversary of Elliott Smith's death which included many 'Turn' mp3 covers. Included are such great songs as Angeles, Fond Farewell and these two covers:

Waltz #2
Miss Misery


http://www.turnwebsite.com/news/
http://www.myspace.com/olivercole

Sunday's Summer Song - The Garrett Wall Band

Happy Sunday folks! This feature brings to you a song about the Summer or the Sun and this week is the turn of The Garret Wall Band fronted by Irish songwriter Garret Wall.


Madrid-based acoustic four piece, Garrett Wall Band, release a new single, “Is there no freedom?”, in April. The track is a duet with Spanish singer Lua from the group We Are Balboa. Summer Town is the B-Side to the single.

“Is there no freedom?” will be released digitally in Spain, Ireland and the UK in late April. The track is a furtive look at what's in stall on their forthcoming sophomore release, “Hands & Imperfections”, which will be released in the autumn. The album is produced by Josh Tampico with additional production from GWB.

The Garrett Wall Band - Summer Town

www.garrettwall.net

My Record Store Day 2009

Had a great Record Store Day. It is a fact that we have to keep the best of the record shops open because there is nothing better than finding a bargain or an unusual CD you always wanted.

I started the day in Dublin going from City Discs to Georges Street Arcade made famous in 'Once' to Road Records. At 11.40 there were people positioning themselves for a view of Paul Noonan & Lisa Hannigan so I cut my losses and headed to Tower via Freebird for the brilliant Heathers. These girls have something special going on here and are set for American domination with another tour of the US wih Ghost Mice this Summer.

Taken from a performance in Road Records last year:



http://www.myspace.com/heatherswhatsyourdamage





Then i got the kids and headed for E2 in Navan to catch in my opinion three of the best undiscovered talants in the country. First up The Whatmans gave an acoustic performance of their normally electric tunes. The singer has a good voice and the band are a tight unit so all's good there for the future!

http://www.myspace.com/thewhatmans





Next up were half of the indie folk band Henrietta Game. The tunes were well written with amazing harmonies. However the vocals are what most impressed me. Christy's male vocals are so close to that of Tom Barman which when accompanied by Judy's harmonies make for the most pleasent music I have heard this year. I know I'm going to be talking about these guys alot on this blog in the future! Check out the video clip and tell me your thoughts!

Henrietta Game - Prague



28 Apr 2009 20:00 Whelan’s Dublin, Dublin
29 May 2009 20:00 Boyle’s Slane - Supporting John Spillane Meath

http://www.myspace.com/henriettagame






Ruairi Coogan was a Ruby Tuesday artist last month and the more I hear from him the more convinced I am that he will make a massive impact on the Irish Music Scene. He played about seven tunes today which showcased his talants as a great singer, accomplished musician and decent songwriter.

Live Dates:

10 May 2009 20:00 The Purty Loft Dunlaoghaire, Dublin
21 May 2009 20:00 Yukon Bar (The Stables) Mullingar, Westmeath
24 May 2009 20:00 Masons (Derry) - VP Acoustic Showcase Derry
29 May 2009 20:00 VP Instore Gig - E2 Music Navan, Meath
29 May 2009 20:00 The Backroom - VP Acoustic Showcase Navan, Meath
1 Jun 2009 20:00 Whelans (Dublin) VP Acoustic Showcase Wexford St, Dublin 5 Jun 2009 20:00 Paddy Blues Sessions Gorey, Wexford
12 Jun 2009 20:00 The Backroom Navan, Meath
18 Jun 2009 20:00 Freedom Cafe Sessions - Galway Galway City, Galway
29 Aug 2009 20:00 Rock D Lough Festival Slane, Meath


http://www.myspace.com/ruairicoogan





I found the first few clips from today's gigs uploaded onto YouTube from Neil Hannon!

Music News Round-up

I'll try to bring some alternative news to the Irish music blogsphere now!

A Murder Plan with humour!

"Murder Plan are a vaudeville alternative blues band who wink a hint of chaotic mania. With songs & styles encompassing rock, tangos, Balkan gypsy sounds, blues & jazz, they mix & match motifs like a drunken arsonist in a Parisian police line-up.

The band is made up of Stephanie O’ Keeffe (vocals), Dara Melinn (guitar), Paddy Lynch (drums), Donal Melinn (bass) and Cathal Melinn (piano). None of the Melinns are related to each other and their coming together to form the band is a funny story that they sometimes recount at live shows, though it’s not something that is revealed on a regular basis.

They’ve been playing together since May 2006 and still manage to hold down day jobs in the Adult entertainment industry while rocking like crazed geologists throughout the night."

I was introduced to this excellent band by Dan from I Am Not Lefthanded who have booked Murder Plan as their support for the Whelans gig Tuesday 5th May.






Blog favourite My Brother Woody is gigging again!


This is a gig in The Lower Deck for Next Friday 24th April.




Brian Brody was the support artist to Alphastates the other night in Whelans and while his voice is strong I wasn't overly impressed. However it didn't stop me from checking out ....

http://www.brianbrody.net/

.... and be overwhelmingly impressed by the free downloads on offer. Here is a sample from that site, a beautiful scenic soundscape called Rise:

Brian Brody - Rise







Apparently Adrian Crowley's 5th Studio album is a masterpiece. I say apparently because Adrian seems to be the artist the Irish music journalists are showing all their love to. And I'm not saying they're wrong, just seems to be an awful lot of love!




Superjimenez is a band I barely know but they released their debut album this week with some decent reviews around the place. Well all except the wonderful State review online.....

http://www.state.ie/blog/superjimenez-%e2%80%93-bang/

I have flirted with the idea of getting some journalistic qualifications but on reading the above review I think I'll pass. Millions of Kudos to State for allowing such a review to be posted online but I personally cannot write anything negative about anything artist or musical. Therefore if you read somehing on here it's because I really like what I hear!

My favourite comment from above is ..... "Lisa….did Ronan Cunningham ride you and not call you back??? Ouch!!"






Tuesday night's Ruby Sessions looks amazing with Travega, Margaret Healy, Van Cleef and Ciara Considine singing as if their live's depend on it!






Finally I found this just now; David Kitt on the Ian Dempsey show has just been uploaded onto YouTube!

Alone Like That

It's Friday, I'm In Love with Absinthe

I mentioned Daveit Ferris the other day in the blog. He is from Derry [Londonderry], Northern Ireland and he could well become one of Ireland's next great musical export. In the last 15 months Daveit has put out four solo albums and is now working under the name 'Telephone Bruises'. His sound deserves a larger platform and perhaps with all the luck needed to get a break in this business, have his music picked up by the big American TV productions or US college radio stations. I know I have a few readers from the US and I'd greatly appreciate a comment on his music!

Absinthe Makes he Heart Go Wander

The above track can be found on the album 'New York' which Daveit will email to you if you ask him. Just email him and tell him 2uibestow sent ya! Details can be found on the MySpace!


http://www.myspace.com/daveitferris
http://www.myspace.com/telephonebruises

Alphastates - Whelans [Album Launch] Review

This blogger was in attendance for Alphastates excellent gig in Whelans last night. It was the album launch for the band's second album; 'Human Nature' which will get a review in the coming weeks.

Alphastates are impossible to categorise according to genre. They can write a brilliant dance floor anthem such as 'Champagne Glass', an indie shoegazer of a track like 'Mercury' as well as the beautiful tender soundscapes such as 'Anywhere'. The sizable Wednesday night crowd showed their enthusiasm and appreciation to the band throughout the hour and 15 minute set. There was a nice mixture of tunes from both albums including an early run of their wonderful single 'Sometimes' from the 2004 debut.

The band have great energy onstage with accomplished musicians and a front woman who owned the stage and the ultimately the night. All of this means that you need to make Alphastates a band you should become more familiar with. Friday 24th April sees 'Human Nature' in the shops with tour dates below.

Free tracks on Last FM from the debut:

Good Stuff

Kiss Me

http://www.myspace.com/alphastates






17 Apr 2009 22:00 Greystones Arts Theatres Greystones, Wicklow
24 Apr 2009 20:00 The Purty Loft, Dun Laoghaire, Co. Dublin Dun Laoghaire Co Dublin, Dublin
25 Apr 2009 20:00 Revolver at Radio City DUBLIN
9 May 2009 20:00 McGarrigles Sligo Town, Sligo
12 May 2009 20:00 Roisin Dubh, Galway Galway, Galway
13 May 2009 20:00 Crane Lane Theatre Cork
28 May 2009 20:00 Green and Live, Dolans Warehouse LIMERICK, Limerick

Record Store Day Update!

Big news here folks!

Good news first .... Electric Picnic bound Bell X1 is going to be in Road Records for a little gig on Saturday at 12 noon. Also at Road is Jape. Actually the whole schedule for Saturday is up on http://www.roadrecs.com/

Sad news next with the excellent indie band Story of Hair have called it a day and will finish their story with the 1.30 slot in Tower Records Dublin.

Confusing news now with State not knowing the difference between Mullingar and Navan! However they have comprehensive details of all the fun to be had on the day! See the comment.... just a weird mistake! Lord knows I make lots of them on here!

http://www.state.ie/blog/record-store-day-this-sat-get-out-and-support-your-independents/

Navan news sees the excellent Fiona Melady joining the bill with the following:

E2, Navan - Music from 2pm with Boo Vaughan, Eugene Donegan, Eddie Who, The Myth, The Whatmans , Henrietta Game, Ruairi Coogan & Lounge Act (Tribute to Nirvana).

http://www.recordstoreday.com/

Fiona Melady



This video clip is brand spanking new on YouTube. If ya like the tune go seek out Fiona! She said she'd like a stalker!

The Resistance - Bag of Bones [Album Review]

'Bag of Bones' the debut album by The Resistance is released on the 15th of May and this blogger has been sent a promo copy. 'Bag of Bones' is this week's reviewed album.

Bag of Bones is a substantial impressive debut album. The lyrics are engaging and in the main very catchy without being intrusive. The vocal melodies are pleasing on the ear and there's enough variation to keep the listener interested and wanting more. The strength of this album lies in the catchy radio friendly songs such as the single 'Show Me A World To Love', 'Spinning Tops' and the album closer 'Half The Burden'. Bell X1 and The Guggenheim Grotto comparisons are going to be made and I hear a lot of the Pearl Jam influence in their music. However this unveils a slight flaw I have with some of the rockier tunes such as 'The Water' and 'In Time'. I find myself urging an Eddie Vedderesque vocal from the pit of the stomach that fails to appear. I know it's superficial but I love the packaging!

Bag of Bones is an accomplished debut album; [9 out of 12]

http://www.myspace.com/theresistancedublin


Catch the band live!

23 Apr 2009 20:00 Belltable Sessions Limerick, Limerick
25 Apr 2009 21:00 Late Lounge Kill, kildare - Jack L Support Kill, Kildare
1 May 2009 20:00 Acoustic Sesssions Cavan, Cavan
8 May 2009 20:00 Electric Avenue - Support to Delorentos and Aftermath Waterford, Waterford
19 May 2009 20:00 Wexford Song Club Wexford, Wexford
20 May 2009 20:00 The Song Room at the Globe dublin, Dublin
12 Jun 2009 20:00 Backroom Sessions Meath

Music News Round-up

I need a better title for this feature! Anyway as always lots going on in the Irish Music scene!

I have been fortunate enough to be in attendance to a few gigs recently. And some excellent shows they have been too!

Little Palace - Backroom, Navan Thursday 9th April

Little Palace have staged their own version of the Resurrection when they appeared again out of nowhere with an excellent album of Michael Brunnock penned tunes. I really enjoyed the gig due to the appreciation and enthusiasm of the Backroom crowd who lapped up every last moment of Little Palace. The video below was one of the highlights of the show.

http://www.littlepalace.ie/index.html



I was also fortunate enough to get to see the double bill of Ian Whitty and Armoured Bear. I have both artists debut albums and they are very good, however the new tunes showcased at the gig points to even greater things for the future!

http://www.ianwhitty.net/






Daveit Ferris

I found Daveit Ferris a few weeks back. From Northern Ireland, he may well be the hardest working kid in the business with four albums recorded and released in just a couple of years. His sound borders on pop, rock and EMO and there's no reason why he can't become a successful export. In a bold move he will give you his albums if you ask him!

Details here: http://www.myspace.com/daveitferris






Upcoming gigs for this blogger!


Stace Gill: Boyles Thursday 16th April
Pony Club: Boyles Thursday 23rd April
Lisa Cuthbert, Wayne Brennan & more: The Purple Sessions Friday 24th April
Pony Club: Whelans Friday 1st May
I Am Not Left Handed: Whelans Tuesday 5th May

I love this tune! I Am Not Lefthanded - Last Goodbye







Live Mic Weekend Update:

http://www.livemicgigs.com/fulllineup.html

Full line-up announced for this live weekend of music, camping and holistic fair!

Friday 22nd May: Mark Dignam, Andrew Handrick and Aoife Moriarty

Saturday 23rd May: Evening gig: Brendan O' Shea, Ciara Ashmore and TK Hope Astronaut

Sunday 24th May: Evening Gig: Mark Geary, Lisa Cutbert and Cillian Foster.

There are details on the website of day sessions by the likes of Elder Roach, Jimi Cullen and Reader's Wives.

Ruby Tuesday - Groom

Groom are a band who only jumped onto my radar when I got an email informing me of their new album; 'At The Natural History Museum'. However as I checked out the five piece I realised they are probably the most blogged about band in Ireland at the moment. Check out reviews/posts here, here, here, here oh and here! So here I am on the bandwagon and I feel fine because Groom are cool.

Groom are low-fi indie loving, acoustic crooning, electronic melodic architects. Well I did have to think up something unique to describe this band! I'll give the album an individual review in a few weeks but I have here a sample from the album. 'Death of a Songwriter' is a beautiful tune which reminds me of Yo La Tengo at their best.

http://www.myspace.com/groomtheband

Live Dates:

24 Apr 2009 20:00 Launch of new mini-album in Whelan’s (upstairs) w/ Neosupervital
30 Apr 2009 17:00 Tower Records Dublin
1 May 2009 13:00 Road Records

Monday Under The Covers - Duke Special Feels For You

I always felt I had alot in common with Duke Special. We both share the same first name, we both have three children and well I'll be writing about his successful European tour this Spring. He has the Bell X1 support slot for their May trip around Europe and has a mini UK tour during the next few weeks. Duke Special has recorded many fine covers in the last few years. Amongst them is the Prince cover but made famous by Chaka Kahn; 'I Feel For You' recorded for the Ray D'arcy show.

I Feel For You



http://www.myspace.com/dukespecial
http://www.youtube.com/DukeSpecialOfficial
http://www.dukespecial.com/



23 Apr 2009 20:00 NORWICH Waterfront NORWICH
24 Apr 2009 20:00 GLOUCESTER Guildhall GLOUCESTER
25 Apr 2009 20:00 DERBY The Royal DERBY
26 Apr 2009 20:00 BRISTOL Thekla BRISTOL
27 Apr 2009 20:00 BIRMINGHAM Irish Club BIRMINGHAM
28 Apr 2009 20:00 LONDON Scala LONDON
29 Apr 2009 20:00 LEEDS Cockpit LEEDS
30 Apr 2009 20:00 MANCHESTER Academy 3 MANCHESTER
1 May 2009 20:00 NEWCASTLE Stage 2 NEWCASTLE
2 May 2009 20:00 GLASGOW Oran Mor GLASGOW, Scotland



6 May 2009 20:00 GERMANY Koln Blue Shell - supporting Bell X1 Koln
7 May 2009 20:00 GERMANY Berlin Bang Bang Supporting Bell X1 Berlin
8 May 2009 20:00 GERMANY Hamburg Prinzenbar - supporting Bell X1 Hamburg
9 May 2009 20:00 HOLLAND Amsterdam Paradiso Supporting Bell X1 Amsterdam
11 May 2009 20:00 GERMANY Munich 59 to 1 Supporting Bell X1 Munich
12 May 2009 20:00 FRANCE Nancy l’Austra Supporting Bell X1 Nancy l’Austra
13 May 2009 20:00 FRANCE Amiens Lune des Pirates Supporting Bell X1 Amiens Lune des Pirates
12 Jun 2009 20:00 Falconer Theater Copenhagen Supporting Duffy Copenhagen




I love this cover version! Maps originally by the Yeah Yeah Yeahs

Mixtape 4 Easter [Repost]

This is a Mixtape4Melfi repost from last Easter. I actually made the following CD and listened to it alot in the car. To be honest .... I prefare the Irish Artist only mix I made a few days ago!





1. The Gutter Twins - God's Children
2. David Gray - Please forgive me
3. Ida Maria - Oh My God
4. Nick Kelly - Tiburan Prayer
5. Johnny Cash - Personal Jesus
6. Mark Ronson - Oh My God
7. Cake - Sheep Go To Heaven
8. Paula Cole - God is Watching
9. Iron & Wine - Jesus The Mexican Boy
10. Ben Harper - Picure of Jesus
11. The Devlins - Heavens Wall
12. Beulah - Me and Jesus Dont talk anymore
13. Michael Franti & Spherehead - Oh My God
14. Vic Chestnut - God is Good
15. Rodrigo Y Gabriele - Stairway to Heaven
16. Nick Cave & Friends - Death is not the End
17. Pearl Jam - Immortality

It's Friday, I'm In Love with Father Ted

On this Good Friday, what could be more appropriate than this beautiful love song? The Divine Comedy 'Songs of Love' is where the 'Father Ted' theme originated from. However in it's own right it really is a beautiful tune with a great message.

The Divine Comedy - Songs of Love

http://www.thedivinecomedy.com/

The Easter Mix

It's been a long time since I made a mix so here is an Easter Mix. All of these tunes are reflective and thought-provoking on this important religious holiday.

The Frames - Sideways Down

Duke Special - Those Proverbs we made in the Winter Must End

Cornerstone [Peadar King] - Wanted Something

Katell Keineg - O Seasons

Cara Dillon - Standing On The Shore

Lunasa - Absent Friends

Sinead O'Conner - Whomsoever Dwells (Psalm 91)

Mark Geary - Ghosts [Spooky Remix]

Whipping Boy - Twinkle [Acoustic]

The Prayer Boat - Saved

Perry Blake - The Earth From Above



Do not stand at my grave and weep;
I am not there. I do not sleep.
I am a thousand winds that blow.
I am the diamond glints on snow.
I am the sunlight on ripened grain.
I am the gentle autumn rain.
When you awaken in the morning's hush
I am the swift uplifting rush
Of quiet birds in circled flight.
I am the soft stars that shine at night.
Do not stand at my grave and cry;
I am not there. I did not die.

Shaz Oye - Do Not Stand By My Grave And Weep

Have a safe Easter and remember to befriend the artists!

Film Like Apes?

This arrived in my Inbox about an hour ago!

FIGHT LIKE APES INVITE FANS TO FILM NEW VIDEO

IN UNIQUE 100 CAMERA VIDEO SHOOT!

Fight Like Apes will be shooting their new video in Dublin on Sunday 19th April; and they are inviting their fans to bring along video cameras and camera phones to participate in a once in a lifetime 100 camera shoot.

The video, which is being directed by Eoghan Kidney, will be filmed at Whelan’s at 11am on Sunday 19th April. Budding lens-folk are asked to visit www.fightlikeapesmusic.com to sign up. The band will be playing a short set to warm up the crowd, and there will be free signed CDs and posters for all participants who contribute footage. Entry to Whelan’s will be free and open to all those over 16 years of age who register their details to attend.

Eoghan Kidney directed the last Fight Like Apes’ clip for ‘Tie Me Up With Jackets’, which gained critical plaudits for its innovative animation; using 1,400 individual oil paintings to dramatic effect. It has enjoyed over 100,000 viewings on YouTube thus far (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_9KFT5ImlxA). This new video, for the international release of ‘Something Global’, promises to be no-less inventive; mixing professional hi-def cameras with hand held input from handycams, camcorders and camera phones in the audience.

Numbers are limited and registration will close on Friday 17th April, so fans are advised to sign up asap and don’t forget your camera!


Reminds me of a video I seen for My Morning Jacket on Current TV shot with footage from the crowd. http://current.com/items/88895928/all_eyes_on_my_morning_jacket.htm

The Wednesday Review

In the space of five days I got to see four of Ireland's finest artists in Whelans. Here for what it's worth is my take on the gigs!

Friday 3rd April - One Day International with support from The Hedge Schools

The Hedge Schools were Pat Barrett assisted by his mate, the legendary Joe Chester who produced last year's album 'Never Leave Anywhere'. I'm a massive fan of this album. Perfect escapism in the car. Performed live the tunes seem even more poignant and mesmerising. Their sound reminded me of old mid week gigs in pre-renovation Whelans where you become entralled by the simplicity of great songs, nice melodies and a couple of quiet guitars.

http://www.myspace.com/thehedgeschools



By the time One Day International, Whelans was nicely full with a hugely enthusiastic crowd of ODI fans. This enthusiasm hyped up the band which in turn kept the crowd happy throughout. I bought the debut album 'Blackbird' when it arrived last Autumn but really it's only when you see the band live with their almost orchestral musicianship that the album becomes more real. I loved the whole show. With any luck, I hope to be able to hear One Day International live on a bigger stage real soon.

http://www.myspace.com/onedayinternational

Live from 2FM Radio Session



Tuesday 7th April - Brian Canavan with support by Bill Coleman

Bill Coleman showcased new tunes from his upcoming second album which were amazing. Bill achieved moderate success with his first album 'I'll Tear My Own Walls Down' released in 2007 and gained a reputation for his energetic live shows. The new album is something I'm looking forward to and based on last night's tunes will be worth waiting for.

www.bcoleman.com

Brian Canavan is a sound bloke with great tunes. Brian has a great voice, the songs are well crafted three or four minute pop songs, the band are a tight unit and the lyrics are clever. If you are living in Ireland, go to a Brian Canavan show in the future and buy the record. I can't recommend this artist enough.




Nighclubbin' is my favourite tune off the album. I love the lyrics.



http://www.myspace.com/briancanavan

Laura Izibor Irish Dates

This is quite possibly the most prolonged overwaited debut album in recent times. I was reading an old HotPress from Christmas 2005 where in an interview with Laura it was claimed her debut would appear in early 2006! Anyway it's here, 'Let The Truth Be Told' is out on May 16th and Laura has a few gigs lined up in Ireland.

28 May 2009 20:00 Tripod Dublin Dublin, Dublin
30 May 2009 20:00 Cyprus Avenue Cork, Cork

Sign up to http://www.lauraizibor.co.uk/home.htm and download a free EP with three live tunes. Alternatively get it here!

Ruby Tuesday - Van Cleef

Van Cleef are a band who have been a feature of Dublin's Music scene for a number of years and are all set to release their debut album 'Supervillainesque' next month. According to their MySpace Van Cleef were "formed in the ‘V’ section of a second-hand record shop in central Dublin in 2006, their common affection for the upbeat pop of early Blur, the acoustic-punk of the Violent Femmes, and the hard rock of Guns N Roses began to produce a flood of 3-chord 3-and-a-half-minute songs celebrating their pop culture obsessions, with titles such as ‘Meet Me in Vietnam’, ‘Scarlett Johansson’ and ‘One of the Cosbys’." The result of this fusion is a pop rock band who sound like Supergrass on some tunes and The Fat Lady Sings others. They have a few killer tunes; Prince, Dodo and this tune Burst That Bubble.


Catch the band live:

9 Apr 2009 20:00 Break For The Border: Four Peaks Challenge Fundraiser Dublin
21 Apr 2009 20:00 Ruby Sessions @ Doyles, College Green
29 May 2009 20:00 ’SUPERVILLAINESQUE’ ALBUM LAUNCH, THE VILLAGE, WEXFORD STREET Dublin

http://www.myspace.com/vancleefmusic

Music News Round-up

1. People seem to like lists!


2. Brian Canavan & Bill Coleman are going to be brilliant tonight upstairs in Whelans because they are playing for your hard earned cash. Pay what you feel is appropriate after the gig.





3. Ruby Sessions

Conar & co have many excellent artists available for your pleasure on Tuesdays!


7 Apr 2009 21:00 Luke Slott, Laura Sheeran, Nick Carswell, Lisa McLaughlin

14 Apr 2009 21:00 Ria Czerniak, Niall Colfer, Sarah Lou, Eoghan Colgan

21 Apr 2009 21:00 Travega, Margaret Healy, Van Cleef, Ciara Considine

28 Apr 2009 21:00 The Guggenheim Grotto, The Brilliant Things, Quote, Stace Gill

5 May 2009 21:00 Versus, Nordgarden, Brian McGovern, The Rumours

12 May 2009 21:00 Ollie Cole, Max Greenwood, Nicole Maguire, Justin Grounds

19 May 2009 21:00 Nell Bryden, Colm Lynch, Elder Roche, Gavin Ryan







4. Nialler commented on my other top 50 artist list and was impressed that there were only 5 acts that overlapped with his list. Doesn't this mean that there is a great pool of Irish musical talent? Looking forward to reading Ronan's list over at .... http://swearimnotpaul.blogspot.com/


Also I have been getting some excellent Irish music sent to me. I struggle to decide who will be my Ruby Tuesday artist. Expect to hear great music from Groom, Van Cleef and Mata Hari in the coming weeks.




5. I love the Easter holidays!



6. 7. and 8. 3rd Record Store Day Saturday 18th April



Tower Records Line-up


12 Heathers

12.30pm Hooray For Humans

1pm 202s

1.30pm Story Of Hair

2pm The Laundry Shop

3pm One Day International

4pm Neil Hannon (TBC)

5pm Very special guest (TBC)





E2 Mullingar same day!

In e2 Music, Mullingar, we have a full day of events...
Live music from;
The Aftermath
Ever27
Innate
Arrow In The Sky
Darragh J
Not Men But Giants
Shy Talks
Red Cub
Perfect Skins


E2 Navan

Record Store Day is taking place in e2 music navan on Saturday 18th April from 2pm onwards...! If your around town make sure to call in!!... Great line-up confirmed so far, with one or two more amazing acts to be announced!!...

Boo Vaughan
Eugene Donegan
The Myth
The Whatmans
Henrietta Game
Ruairi Coogan
Lounge Act (Nirvana Tribute)

It's free all day, great atmostphere and a bit of live music!, you'll enjoy!!...

www.e2music.ie






10. Lastly ..... the best of luck to everyone in Ireland today. It's going to be ugly!

Good Seed PR

Here's a little plug for in my opinion Irelands best Music PR company Good Seed PR based in Dunboyne, Co. Meath. With the wonderful Linda Coogan at the helm, Good Seed PR have some great International and Irish clients at the moment who no doubt you will hear more about in the future.

International Artists:



Nell Bryden

With four major tours in the last 12 months and more than 180 gigs performed in 2008 (totaling almost 500 in just over 2 years including a tour with KT Tunstall, The Counting Crows and impromptu sets with Damien Dempsey & Declan O Rourke), Bryden has been circling the globe, building a passionate following for her Americana-Country-Soul hybrid sound. Nell caused a stir in the press last year when she funded her career with a lucky painting found in her attic. Instead of depositing her good fortune in the unruly stock market, she poured it into her music career. She returns to the UK & Ireland in May 2009.

Eoghan Colgan

Eoghan is a Scottish artist who moonlights as a Doctor in his spare time. Or vice-versa! He has the coolest website I have seen in a long time and made a brilliant video for his new single Dream Satellite.



Eoghan is currently touring Ireland.



Irish Artists:

Elder Roche

Embracing the grittier side of life and paving the way with slapping grooves and roots overtones. ELDER’s theatrical story telling has likened him to Tom Waits, Nick Cave and David Bowie. (Who can argue with them comparisons). His upcoming single is set in a similar tone of the more recent highly acclaimed song Grounds for Divorce by ELBOW, in that DIAMOND, contains catchy progressions and is every bit the way to go in etching his own space within the songs that fuse the current music scene. It is said that those born under the Elder sign are able to live and prosper under any conditions. The year ahead for ELDER ROCHE will see this talented songwriter receive the acclaim this album simply demands.

ELDER ROCHE live shows-

April 17th Bewley’s Theatre-Dublin 8pm
July 26th Whelan’s Upstairs- Dublin
August 9th Whelan’s Upstairs- Dublin
August 16th Whelan’s Upstairs- Dublin


The Resistance

The Resistance consist of Rob Mc Donnell, David Patterson, Eanan Patterson, Rob Allen, Diarmuid Breathnach a collection of instruments which make their way onto the record (double bass, Guitar, Violin, Keys, electronica, and glockenspiel. There’s even a salt cellar in there somewhere!). With a number of accolades already on their belt (Pick of the Week on Phantom FM, Pick of the Fortnight in Hotpress Magazine and numerous radio support Nationwide) the band have just completed their debut album (Bag of Bones) to be released later this year.

Wayne Brennan

Wayne Brennan is an exceptional artist who just missed out on my top 50 Irish artists list. May 1st sees the release of Wayne's debut album 'In My Hands'. Already with plenty of press interest throughout his career to date (such as having his music video on the Home page of Youtube for his TOP 20 Irish chart Single “And I Love” - high praise for any artist- along with eBay Ireland using his music for their current promotion) It’s not surprising to learn that word of mouth endorsement is filtering through the Irish and International music scene.




Froud

Froud are not your average Irish rock band. Stretching past the standard of their peers, they have the strength in their music to become an International breakthrough act. With their new single “Nostalgia”, they sound like an American alternative rock/post- grunge band comprising: Martin O’Neill (Vocals & Bass), Shane O’Dwyer (Guitar), Paul McGovern (Guitar) and Shane Gough (Drums).



Emmet Scanlan & What The Good Thought

Emmet made it into my top 50 artists list due to his incredible band and set of tunes. The band is a 4 piece, Irish based outfit, with members from Ireland, Italy, Scotland and Sweden. Not only are they talented musicians but beautiful ones too! They were the only Irish Act invited to perform at the 20th International Folk Alliance Music conference in Memphis, Tennessee. The band captures various styles and blends of music with their diverse instrumentation of cello, percussion, classical guitar, bass and vocals.

Hogan

One of Ireland’s finest POP/ROCK acts -HOGAN- are fronted by singer songwriter and guitarist Mark Hogan, backed up on guitar by Wayne Brereton, on bass guitar Johnny Westman and drummer Ronan Nolan. Fast making a name for themselves for their energetic live set which critics have hailed “not to be missed”. About this time last year Hogan [Mark Hogan] was everywhere in the Irish media. Mark Hogan is probably the closest thing to an Irish Jack Johnson. A new album and a tour is expected this year.

Ian Whitty

Blog favourite Ian Whitty has a great debut album out 'Lucky Caller No. 9' and is playing a few gigs with Armoured Bear this week including an Easter Sunday gig upstairs in Whelans.

Monday Under The Covers - Andy White In My Pocket

Happy Monday folks! Might be the last happy Monday you have! Honestly I'm normally an optimistic person but I really feel tomorrow we will have nothing left in our pockets. We have the Recession Budget in Ireland tomorrow where the government will tax a little more from everyone, cut spending even more from everything and make decisions to keep us calm and content with our situation.

This Alanis cover appeared as a B-side to the Andy White single Between a Man and a Woman.

Andy White - Hand In My Pocket


http://www.andywhite.com/
http://www.myspace.com/andywhitemyspace

Sunday's Summer Song - Gemma Hayes

The new Sunday feature brings to the blogsphere a Summer related tune to brighten up your music world!



Gemma Hayes has a new EP on itunes called Oliver which includes five brand new tunes; Ghost, These Days, Half Light, November as well as the title track. Gemma was also the most glaring omission from the big top 50 acts chosen by The Irish Times employees on Friday. Each to their own I suppose .....

Evening Sun is four minutes of a perfect Summer tune which can be found on many compilation albums as well as her debut 1991 EP entitled 4.35 AM:


http://www.myspace.com/gemmahayes

My Top 50 Best Irish Artist List

Nialler has encouraged us all to make a list to help promote the best Irish music out there at the moment. For an hour yesterday and another hour or two this morning I thought about all the Irish artists I like at this moment in time. It's not an easy thing to do a list because I know I'm leaving out far too many good bands. However I'm happy to publish this list today as it defines what this blog is about and let's ya know what I think is great music in Ireland at this moment in time.


1. The Swell Season/Frames/Glen
2. Terry Sutton
3. Martin Finke
4. Pony Club
5. Lisa Hannigan
6. Iain Archer
7. Brain Canavan
8. Shaz Oye
9. Mark Dignam
10. I Am Not Lefthanded
11. Kiernan McMullan



12. Alphastates
13. The Guggenheim Grotto
14. Nick Kelly
15. Gemma Hayes
16. One Day International
17. Wallis Bird
18. My Brother Woody



19. The Gorgeous Colours
20. Damien Rice
21. Ham Sandwich
22. Angel Pier
23. Sinead O'Connor
24. Perry Blake
25. A Lazarus Soul
26. Susan Enan
27. Foy Vance



28. Bell X1
29. Bill Coleman
30. Mumblin' Deaf Ro
31. Declan DeBarra
32. Fred
33. Armoured Bear
34. Lunasa
35. Miss Paula Flynn
36. Colin Devlin
37. Oppenheimer
38. The Spook of the Thirteeth Lock



39. Mark Geary
40. Padraig Digan
41. Barry McCormack
42. The Hedge Schools
43. Damien Dempsey
44. David Kitt
45. Liam O'Maonai
46. Declan O'Rourke
47. Butterfly Explosion
48. Percolator
49. Groom
50. Emmet Scanlan & What The Good Thought



Got an opinion? Let me know!

It's Friday, I'm In Love with early Frames

I regularly go back to The Frames 1992 hard to find debut album 'Another Love Song' and use it as a benchmark when I now hear new bands. The album is packed full of love songs and raw energy of a band in it's infancy. Stand-out tracks include The Dancer, Live Forever and this track Before You Go. A great album to discover!


Before You Go

You ain't got far to go
Come down for the feasta
Come on fiesta, love me long

She's incognito
She lives in the parade by the sea, near the sand
And I wish she'd come take my hand
And we'll blow

Baby there's one thing you should know
Before you go
Baby there is one thing you should know
I can't stop loving you
I can't stop loving you
I can't stop loving you

I'm saved now, I'm saved by your hand
And all the logic and language and loss
I'd throw it all away for the dancer
She's running upstairs now and she's made till the end

But you see she's incognito
I've seen a lot of dares and they come and they
Stay and they go
Ah but, no, no, no she said no, she said
Turn on your record player

And baby there's one thing you should know
Before you go
Baby there is one thing you should know
I can't stop loving you
I can't stop loving you
I can't stop loving you

But how far will it go
And baby there's one thing you should know
Before you go
Baby there is one thing you should know
Before you go
Baby there is one thing you should know
I can't stop loving you
I can't stop loving you
I can't stop loving you

http://www.theframes.ie/