Say hello to The Awning, the new venture of multi-instrumentalists and singer-songwriters Darragh Purcell and Evan Flaherty, formerly of Scoth.
Cousins Darragh and Evan of The Awning have released their debut song “July”, a poignant track written in the aftermath of losing a dear friend. A song that delves into the raw emotions of grief, it’s one fans of Mount Eerie, Bon Iver, and especially Sufjan Stevens will fall for.
Speaking about the song, Darragh and Evan said, “This song was written in the aftermath of losing a dear friend who passed away far too soon. It explores the vulnerable emotions of grief and serves as a poignant reminder of life’s fragility.
“The lyrics narrate the events from his drowning to the funeral, with each day passing swiftly and insignificantly. Such moments make you question life and confront the reality that you cannot control the broader course of events. The carefree and joyful essence of summer is upended, forever altering what the month of July signifies for all of us. This song is for him.”
The cousins put down an impressive 2023 that included shows such as Whelans Ones to Watch, Indiependence Festival Cork, and Masters of Tradition in Bantry alongside long-time influence (and legend) Sam Amidon under the Scoth moniker.
They play their first headline show as “The Awning” in The Workmans Cellar on September 10th (support from Fiona O’Connoll) and have been chosen as a showcasing act for Irish Music Week 2024.
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