James Vincent McMorrow
with support from Rob Bravery
James Vincent McMorrow has taken a somewhat circuitous route to success (hardcore rock, hip hop, a house by the Irish Sea and a growing love of folk). Yet he has emerged as a quite brilliant new talent.
His musical life began far removed from the haunting folk and mythic imagery of his debut output. His early love was hardcore rock, and he spent his teens learning to play drums to the likes of Refused, At The Drive In and Glassjaw. It wasn’t until he heard Donny Hathaway’s ‘I Love You More Than You Will Ever Know’ that he even considered singing, and because of the high, soulful tone to his voice, James found particular encouragement from female singer/songwriters.
James’ debut album ‘Early In The Morning’ received widespread critical acclaim. It is an atmospheric and absorbing listen, which peels back layers upon every visit. It can be musically sweet and lyrically maudlin by equal measure.
“Sounds both fresh and as if they’ve been in your head forever…McMorrow’s debut deserves its success.”
Q Magazine
Support comes from Rob Bravery.
Stage Times
8pm – 8.40pm: Rob Bravery
8.40pm – 9pm: Interval
9pm – 10.30pm: James Vincent McMorrow
(Timings are subject to change)