Featured Artist of
Aug 7, 202
with
the song: By Demons
Artist's
Biography: Belfast based musician Myles McCormack occupies a very
special place within the Irish music community. Beyond his work with
innovative trad/fusion group Lonesome George, Myles crafts careful,
considered tales under his own name. ‘By Demons', out August 7th, is the
first of this new material to be released and is a great example of his
unique song-writing style and atmospheric sound. Taking the listener on a
journey through the subconscious, he sings about embracing the darker
aspects of life, both psychological and actual. This follows on from the
themes of interconnectedness laid out in his debut record, but develops the
dark sound with classical guitar, harmonium and playful lyrics “Deck the
halls with grims and gremlins, ghosts and shadows sing my song. Leave a
candle for your memory but bring everyone along”.
In 2019 he released his debut solo album with a sold out show in Belfast’s
Duncairn Arts Centre. It’s a delightfully original record, which has been
capturing hearts and minds ever since. From the wonderfully woven
melancholia of opening track ‘When’ to the throwback folk phantasm of ‘Merry
Go Round’ and beyond, it’s a sublime and carefully crafted debut from an
artist who effortlessly bridges the gap between ruminating and blissful.
Also an accomplished traditional musician, he kicked off 2020 on a US tour
singing and playing mandolin with Irish traditional stalwarts Réalta, and
has been working on new music at home since the lockdown began. Making the
most of this time away from the live circuit, Myles produces his music from
home, while also working on a new album with his band Lonesome George.
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