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Episode Notes
Imelda May is a Dublin-born singer-songwriter and multi‑instrumentalist famous for her rockabilly‑revival style. She is known for her dynamic stage presence, collaborations with artists like Jeff Beck and Noel Gallagher, and work in television and film. She is a trailblazing Irish star who brought rockabilly back into fashion and built an eclectic, genre-spanning career.
Album Choice: Declan O'Rourke – In Full Colour (2016)
In Full Colour is Declan O'Rourke’s orchestral reimagination of his best songs - 16 tracks with RTÉ Concert Orchestra backing, combining new compositions with lush, nostalgic reinterpretations of fan favourites.
Tracks Played: Galileo, Lighting Bird Wind River Man, Let's Make Big Love.
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James Vincent McMorrow is an acclaimed Irish singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist. He debuted in 2010 with the platinum-selling folk album Early in the Morning, drawing comparisons to Bon Iver. Known for his soft falsetto, emotive lyrics, and genre-blending style, McMorrow draws on folk, soul, and alternative influences, earning over a billion streams globally.
Album Choice: Deftones – White Pony (2000).
White Pony is Deftones' genre-blending masterpiece - mixing alt-metal, shoegaze, and trip-hop into a dark, atmospheric, and emotional ride.
Tracks Played: Change, Knife Party, Rx Queen.
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Steve Wickham is an acclaimed Irish multi‑instrumentalist best known as the electric violinist for The Waterboys. Before that, he first recorded with U2, playing fiddle on "Sunday Bloody Sunday".He's also collaborated with artists like Elvis Costello, Sinéad O’Connor, and Hothouse Flowers. He is Ireland’s premier rock fiddler - a violin virtuoso whose innovative techniques and versatile collaborations have left a lasting mark on folk-rock and beyond.
Album Choice: Bob Dylan – Desire (1976)
Dylan’s ’76 classic sees him blend his storytelling with rich, exotic instrumentation - mixing romance, politics, and adventure in a dramatic, gypsy-flavoured sound.
Tracks Played: Hurricane, One More Cup of Coffee, Sara.
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