John Spillane is a musician, songwriter, performer, recording artist, storyteller, poet and dreamer.
Prepare to be transported to the heart of melodious folk tales when the Corkman performs at The Róisín Dubh on Sunday, 19 November, from 8pm.
As an artist, Spillane’s music appeals to listeners across many genres and generations. His vocal style has a unique - almost sean-nos like – quality, and his performances shimmer with a magic realism that permeates songs as he effortlessly flits between beautiful poetry tinged with melancholy, to roguish, irreverent humour. John has the ability to charm, mesmerise and entertain in equal measure.
A native of Cork, he lovingly describes his county as “the centre of the universe,” and a source of huge creative influence throughout his career. John’s music is inspired by and encapsulates Irish traditional music in its contemporary form. It is a reflection of Ireland today.
A two-time Meteor Award winner for Best Folk/Trad act, John is one of the most accomplished songwriters in Ireland. With an extensive back catalogue beginning with the 1997 album The Wells of the World, his songs have been covered by Christy Moore, Sharon Shannon, Sean Keane and many others.
Twelve albums later in April 2021, John released his first independent album in 20 years; 100 Snow White Horses.
In October 2022, John released In Another Light, a career-spanning album recorded live at the Right Here Right Now Festival at Cork Opera House in November 2021.
Tickets €23/€21 from www.rosindubh.net for 19 November show.
