Escape reviewed by CelticMusicFan!

‘As the title of the album suggests, listening to Éalú is an escape from the ordinary into the exciting world of colors and textures created by sounds encompassing Jazz, Celtic and Dance music. Escape, the debut album is now out. The cover artwork depicts splashes of paint against a dark brick wall. Each member brings his own style into the mix. For instance, the often times haunting piano intro of Francis Ward creates that calming balance to the driving percussion of Dermot Sheedy. Ryan Murphy’s stunning command of the uilleann pipes, flute, whistles and even saxophones are all complemented by the rich vocals of Cillian King who also plays the concertina and guitar.

Songs like San Francisco Bay Blues stick with me because of its 20′s jazz appeal. Cillian here sounds like a cross between Harry Connick jr and Marti Pellow of Scottish band Wet Wet Wet. Catch the Wind (originally done by Donovan) has that breezy acoustic guitar strumming and epic singing that stays with you like a glimpse to the best moments of your life. Marion McLean of Eoligary is stunning with its simplicity and grace. That’s Life is so beautifully done that it makes you wish you sound like Cillian King when you sing! The album closes with the stunning Hale-Bop that showcases what makes Éalú the cream of the crop among young Irish bands today.’

See the full review here.

Éalú TV Interview – Scrogall TV, Súil Dhuibhneach, Deireadh Fómhair 2011

Here is our first TV interview which was shot the day after our CD launch at Dingle Trad/Fusion Festival.  Enjoy!

Éalú play support to Kan

Thanks to all those who came out to the fantastic Kan gig September 12th in Dolan’s, hoped you enjoyed the Éalú slot!

CD launch at Dingle Fusion/Trad Fest this weekend!

We’ll be launching our album at the Dingle Trad/Fusion Festival this weekend, Sat 10th September 6pm in McCarthy’s Bar.  Be sure to call!  PLUS Cathal Flood and Adrian McAuliffe will also be launching their fantastic album too so it’s going to be a cracking night!  See ye there, Éalú

New CD out now

We are proud to release our CD “Escape” on Monday, the 22nd of August.  Eleven tracks of exhilarating dance tunes, haunting waltzes and contemporary songs!  Hear the first track here and keep up to date with our gig dates here.

All Ireland Fleadh!

Éalú to perform at All Ireland Fleadh Ceoil 2011!  Get a sneak preview of the new album at our performance at the All Ireland Fleadh Ceoil in Cavan on Saturday 20th August at 11pm on the Gig Rig! Our new album will be for sale there!