Damien Dempsey
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His earliest musical influences were the post-pub singsongs that his parents used to have at their home when he was a toddler. Good, bad or indifferent, everyone had to sing. Today his unique sound reflects the influence of traditional Sean-Nós as well as his musical heroes: Bob Marley and Elvis Presley.
After completing his secondary education Damien went on to the Ballyfermot “Rock School” for 2 years where he studied musical performance as well as the practical side of the music industry. The school had its own small record label and star students were awarded a release on the label. Damien was chosen for that honour and the EP, “The Contender”, was released in 1995.
In 1997 “Dublin Town”, Damien’s first commercial single, reached No. 18 in the Irish charts. Ireland’s HOT PRESS remarked that it was “…an underground anthem for disaffected youth and closet balladeer alike”. A re-recorded version of the song appeared on Damien’s first album; “They Don’t Teach This Shit In School” released in 2000.
His next release, the “Negative Vibes EP”, (2002) featured Sinéad O’Connor on the title track and led to an invitation to support Sinéad on her 2002/2003 Irish, UK and European tour.
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Damien DempseySunday 14 July 2013
Dublin, Ireland
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KicknGuitar
His latest, All Mighty Love, is very much Damo as usual. With the high focus on production quality found in this latest release is comparable of to Hell or Barbados if not better than. If you're a Damo fan you'll enjoy this latest beauty, from Damo's own style of love songs to dispatching politics to the inferno. Check out , All Mighty Love and Fire in the Glen. While Canadian Geese hints at an earlier style of Damo, where Good and Great really hits home with his rhythmic vocals. Community has the touch of Damo's newer production style. 'Nuff of me talking, just listen to the whole album, it's another great album by our beloved Damo.
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Fuckingbrutalit
'Tyrannosaur' brought me here
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DapeVonDoom
thought the album was ok when I first listened but after a second I think it's fantastic, I'm still waiting for him to come back to NYC man I missed him the last time he came to brooklyn twice. Hoping he comes soon!
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BuckleZ
Damo's top listener :D
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clearskies
No matter where he plays, the die hards will be there..I have seen him in Vicar Street a number of times, and it was absolutely crazy up the front!! I have given the album a few listens today and "really" like it. Born without hate is fantastic! Same with Community!
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Gruntplace
Had a few listens and I like it! Saw him a few weeks back too in the National Concert Hall and was great although only played a couple off this Album. Talk about a mixed crowd that night, the usual die hards plus a lot that I'd say were new and they all loved it. Go Damo
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clearskies
Just downloaded Almighty Love...not sure what to think of it.
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jrtibbetts
"Almighty Love," Damo's new album, will be released at the end of September. According to his Web site, Sinéad O'Connor will appear on three songs. http://damiendempsey.com/NEWS/Damien's%20new%20album%20news.aspx
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im_in_limbo
'Tyrannosaur' brought me here[2]
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yiyu8908
who can help me?! i can't find his song in China!
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GersonCouto
Love his songs!!
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scribler
found you
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bethereattheend
Love this guy. COME PLAY IN THE STATES Pleaseeeeee
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SarahCondon
I miss your gigs Damo!! :(
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lewisdavid
Hi Damo Looking forward to your Scottish gigs in August .....I'm going to seize both days.. Lewis
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Gusterr
ah, this is crap
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deadgrave
hey
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Saint_Si
To put it simply... Leg-end.
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teknopaddy
Yo yo Damo. Im gonna be seeing you this Thursday in Kilburn. Larry Love out of Alabama 3 and his manager are coming too. Alabama 3 do the theme tune to sorpranos (woke up this morning). He would like to meet you, so if it sounds good to you let me know so we can sort it out. 14th march
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cazdev
Proud to be from Donaghmede!! Go on Damo!!
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