Biography

Pronounced O Fa-reel, Shane is an Irish Singer-Songwriter/Artist living in Vienna. From Dublin, his musical style has been called many things. Irish Indie & Dark Folk is the new calling. Likened to REM, Crowded House, Rufus Wainright III, Glen Hansard and Ron Sexsmith; he takes that as a big compliment. "With a vocal style that has traditionally always paired magically with an acoustic guitar, this Irish Singer-songwriter – writes and plays music that sweeps you up in its storytelling". Colm Hayes - Radio Nova Dublin. Shane Ó Fearghail & The Host. The New Album Recorded between Passau and Vienna, the new album contains fourteen songs, and takes Shane and band on a trip down the Appalachian trail. 'The Host' bring that live album feel to this new record, where together they delve deeper into the Irish Appalachian tradition. On this record, they set out to explore the unique musical relationship between Ireland, Europe and North America. A relationship forged through culture, chaos and community. A tradition fostered across continents and the Atlantic ocean. “You To Hold”, by Shane & The Host, is the first single from Shane’s eagerly awaited fifth studio album — Released 17.03.2023. “Indeed great songwriting meets high musical sense. A fantastic artist!” Bernd Rossmann – Reinhardt Best Acoustics – Germany For more info www.shaneofearghail.com