Wednesday 13 February 2013

The Irish Charm

Irish vocalist Lisa Hannigan first got notoriety singing with Damien Rice (yes, Rice fans, she is that girl). For several years Lisa Hannigan sang Damien's songs, toured with him, and wowed fans. However, Damien Rice hasn't played much in the last couple years and Lisa felt it was time to go her own way. So, in 2007 Lisa Hannigan became a solo musician.

If you are a Damien Rice fan, don't expect Lisa's music to sound anything like his. Although Lisa still holds onto her folk roots her songs definitely have a pop feel. Unlike Rice's heavily emotional lyrics, Hannigan likes to find the brighter side of things. Her music is uplifting and fun. You can't help but smile along with the songs.


Hannigan isn’t just a vocalist. She is also a pretty accomplished instrumentalist playing guitar, bass, violin, several types of percussion, as well as many different cultural instruments. She is an incredibly talented musician; often receiving critical acclaim for her work.

If you follow music closely you will find that Lisa Hannigan is one of those 'artists’ artists'. She’s a musician that many musicians know and love. She has worked with artists like Gary Lightbody (from Snow Patrol), Glen Hansard, Damien Rice, Herbie Hancock and more. Why not be in the know too.


 

7 comments:

  1. I swear we have the same music book! I have been jamming out to Lisa Hannigan's "A Sail" and even recommended it from my own blog (Just Another Music Monday) a couple weeks ago. I didn't know that she played with Damien Rice though! That explains why I love them both so much :) Thanks for the great share!

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  2. ok that dis-embodied hand in the video was way creeping me out until I realized what it was doing. Excellent song though.

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  3. Great song! thanks for sharing :)

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  4. Looks like I've got some new music for St. Patricks Day!

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  5. I will definitely be adding this to the playlist on Sunday. Thanks for the tune :) Good post to read.

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  6. You're interest in all these types of music is awesome!!

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  7. This is a great song, Kayla! Thanks for introducing me to some new music.

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