Niamh Regan is on tour this month with her full band, bringing her second album, Come As You Are, to stages across Ireland, including Galway's Róisín Dubh on Saturday, November 16.
Come As You Are, released via Faction Records, has won rave reviews both domestically and internationally. Critics praised Regan's artistry and emotional depth:
“Come As You Are has Niamh Regan in total control of her artistic faculties and at the top of her game; she will be one to watch in the coming years... this is an album that needs to be heard, a project teeming with quiet intensity and resonance..." 9/10 The Line of Best Fit.
“A powerful second album...Come As You Are is a delightful album full of delicate vocals, subtle hooks and exquisite instrumentation.” CLASH Magazine.
"One of the most formidable forces in the Irish indie-folk scene… a pristine record which deals with faltering relationships, self-doubt, and love with exactitude and fearless candour." 9/10 Hot Press.
“There’s hypnotic late-night deep synths, plus a woozy, bespangled hidden track. In all, intelligent and beautifully idiosyncratic” 4/5 Mojo Magazine. The tour will feature special guests at live performances, showcasing the album’s themes of vulnerability and introspection, reflecting on self-doubt, life’s direction, and the complexities of relationships.
Inspired by artists like Julia Jacklin, Caroline Rose, and Wilco, Regan aimed for a richer, more expansive sound on this record. Come As You Are features standout tracks such as the string-assisted anthem ‘Waves’, the subtle electro-pop of ‘Nice’, and the dreamy ‘Music’ - a song that showcases Regan’s expressive vocal elegance reminiscent of Jeff Tweedy. Regan’s band consists of renowned musical director and guitarist Jake Curran, Alma Kelliher (keys and vocals ), Adam Taylor (bass ), Dylan Lynch (percussion ) and guest show opener Chanele McGuinness on backing vocals.
Tickets €21/€23 from www.roisindubh.net
