Fantastic show but nobody will go…
Clive Barnes live in Conary
I have had the privilege of working with the following 2 artists before – Clive Barnes, and Luan Parle. Both in the same little venue in fact. And both were stunning!
Set in a little 80 seater venue nestled high in the Wicklow mountains, some of the best artists from around the world decide to grace the country stage. And they never fail to impress the – wait for it – 10 or 15 people that come to watch! Anyone that does come along goes out awestruck, and every single night we think “Oh its such a pity more people could not have seen that show”. But still -attendance stays the same.
So on Sunday, the 30th of May the 2 aforementioned artists will join each other on the same stage. Both are fantastic on their own, so this promises to be a great show. 2 for the price of one!
A LITTLE BIT ABOUT CLIVE BARNES
“The Ghost Country”, released last September, is the sound of Clive Barnes at the top of his game as a vocalist, guitarist and songwriter. His fourth studio album, “The Ghost Country” elevates Barnes to a truly unique sound having forged his style and delivery over years of touring the US and Europe with the likes of Eric Bibb, Taj Mahal, Jeff Beck, Alison Krauss, Seasick Steve, The Blind Boys of Alabama and many more. As a musician, Barnes is highly regarded as one of the finest performers on the roots circuit, a reputation solidified by the lyrical and song writing prowess on this latest collection of songs. Out of the studio and onto the stage, Barnes is not to be missed as a live performer for this is where the sheer raw honesty and energy in each track comes to life.
Sample Reviews:
Exuding a throat catching melancholy, and romantic and bleak in turns, it sounds like an album made for all eternity. Hotpress **** 4/5
There is an impressive colourful sweep to the intriguing lyrics…certainly his best album to date. Irish Times **** 4/5
“The Ghost Country” is available on iTunes by clicking the link below:
http://itunes.apple.com/ie/album/the-ghost-country/id323733818
Other purchase links on Clives websites at the page end.
Check out some Clive youtube videos here:
http://www.youtube.com/user/CliveBarnesMusic
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A LITTLE BIT ABOUT LUÁN PARLE
Luan Parle
Wicklow gir Luánl Parle is an established, popular and critically acclaimed artist in Ireland – with a constantly growing International fan base. She has one of the most visited myspace pages of any Irish artist with (3 million+ profile views).
She holds numerous Industry awards including: A Meteor for “Best Irish Female Artist”, a Tatler “Music Woman of the Year” a Big Buzz “Best Female Performer” and a Balcony TV “Best Female Video”. Luán has been writing and recording since the age of 11 and is a regular performer on national TV and national / local radio.
Luán had significant chart success with her album “Free” and the top ten hit single “Ghost” in 2008. She is currently writing and recording her new album and some of that material will be showcased on this mini tour. Gavin Ralston will also share the stage adding his multi instrumental skills to the mix.
Sample Reviews:
“Luán Parle is quite simply one of the most exciting singers to emerge from Ireland, or any other country for that matter! She is a superb song smith as well”. Evening Herald
“Luán Parle combines a glossy blend of contemporary / alt. Country, Folk, Pop & Rock. With her stunning looks, wonderful stage presence and obvious talent Parle could well be the next big star”. Hotpress
The album “Free” (which contains “Ghost”) and some of her other material is available on iTunes by clicking the link below:
http://itunes.apple.com/ie/artist/luan-parle/id16550032
Other purchase links on her websites at the page end.
Check out the official video to for the hit single “Ghost” here:
The dedication of Pat Nolan (Barry in Fair City) must be credited. Never once has the lack of enthusiasm from the public managed to knock his. The point of this spiel is to demand that if you are within 4 hours of Dublin, you need to book a ticket for this gig and get your ass in the door. You even get a complimentary cup of tea or coffee after your long drive! Its going to be an amazing gig, and I would hate for you to be one of the unlucky ones who misses it.
Yours truly shall be behind the mixing desk, so be sure to pop over and say hello! 
More details of the event are here: http://conary.net/
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By Harmonix Ie, May 3, 2010 @ 3:53 pm
Hey,
I would love to see this show. Don’t forget to give it a little plug in the Upcoming Shows section on http://www.harmonix.ie!
By Brian Aston, May 3, 2010 @ 4:13 pm
Very nice dude!