From the captivating landscapes of Ireland, 22-year-old musician and songwriter Jamie Duffy has become a notable force on the music scene. Seamlessly blending traditional, folk and classical influences, Jamie's distinctive musical style captivates with its beauty and evocativeness.
In a landmark debut, Jamie presented “Solas,” a piano masterpiece that translates to “light” in Irish. Not only did this song make history as the most streamed debut song by an Irish artist since Hozier's “Take Me To Church”, but it also achieved notable success on Spotify alone, amassing over 65 million streams and an average of 755k. plays per week. With over a million monthly listeners, Jamie Duffy is becoming a household name in the music scene. The official video for “Solas” has exceeded 10 million views, while his TikTok channel has more than 191,000 followers, 5.8 million likes and the Solas sound has been viewed 54.6 million times.
Jamie's collaboration with County Mayo cellist Patrick Dexter resulted in the enchanting track 'Into The West', inspired by the rugged shores of Ireland's Atlantic coast. The song pays tribute to those who ventured abroad from Ireland in search of a better life, while reflecting on the haunting beauty of the landscape they left behind.
Expanding their collaborative repertoire, Jamie joined forces with Moncrieff, bringing his powerful and beautiful piano playing to a moving track that reflects an emotional journey from London to Waterford. Released in April 2023, the song encapsulates the desperation and hope of saving a relationship, with Moncrieff's heartfelt vocals driving the narrative against Jamie Duffy's powerful piano melodies.
Continuing his exploration of diverse musical landscapes, Jamie's single “Réalta” is a rich and uplifting instrumental piano piece, celebrating the enchanting experience of gazing at the sky during the early hours of the morning amidst the darkness of the countryside. Irish.
His song, “Eyrie”, marks a collaboration with Swedish neoclassical composer Peter Sandberg. Co-written in London and recorded in Uppsala, Sweden, the song features a cinematic atmosphere, combining Jamie's haunting Irish bass whistle with Peter's sweeping orchestral arrangement for 18 string players. “Eyrie” captures a unique synergy, underscoring Jamie Duffy's evolution as a versatile and innovative musician.
In particular, Jamie's musical journey continues to develop with exciting collaborations, including a recent partnership with Kingfishr to release a new version of her debut single, 'Flowers-Fire'. This rendition, released in October 2023, features a piano replacing the acoustic guitar of the original version. Eddie's low vocals intertwine seamlessly with Jamie's melodic piano, creating a dynamic that increases the tempo, incorporating banjo strums and culminating in an epic yet vulnerable finale. The collaboration showcases Jamie Duffy's ability to infuse her distinctive style into diverse musical landscapes, solidifying her status as a rising star in the industry.
JAMIE DUFFY
Study of the Grand Opera
Saturday April 13, 2024
Doors 7 pm
Age restriction: 14+
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