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Damien Dempsey

Damien Dempsey (born 9 June 1975) is an Irish singer and songwriter who mixes traditional Irish folk contemporary lyrics that deliver social and political commentaries on Irish society. Damien sings in his native, working-class accent in the English language, and to a lesser extent in the Irish language.
Albums
2000
They Don't Teach This Shit in School
2003
Seize the Day
2005
Shots
2007
To Hell or Barbados
2008
The Rocky Road
2012
Almighty Love
2018
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An Irishman In Australia
"We went about the best of like it was a gig, like we were writing a setlist."
Reviews / Album
Album Review: Damien Dempsey - It’s All Good: The Best Of Damien Dempsey
a lure for old fans as he dons his seanchaí hat to pay tribute to the Irish soldiers of Mexico in St Patrick’s Brave Brigade, alongside fellow new track, Happy Days.
News / Music
Damien Dempsey, Breabach & More Among Second Port Fairy Folk Announcement
The adored event grows considerably
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Damien Dempsey Announces Final Aus Show
He’ll play an intimate set in Sydney before he heads home
Features / Music
Spreading The Word
“I’m still learning; I still see myself as a student – and I’m ready for things now. Some of these songs I’ve written I wouldn’t have ten years ago."
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Damien Dempsey Announces March Shows
The Irish musician is cramming a few gigs in before Bluesfest
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FOUR | FOUR Sign First International Artist
Irish singer songwriter Damien Dempsey joins the team.
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