I have admired Caitlin Johnstone for a long time.
I love her writing
I love her willingness to look for truth .
Her journalism informs me
Her poetry inspires me
I am truly amazed at her insights and ability to smell bullshit
I made a decision along time ago to write music for some of her poems.
This is one that I’m proud of, published 12/12/19
“A BLESSING FOR ANYONE”
words Caitlin Johnstone
music Michael Brunnock
Michael Brunnock possesses an extraordinary voice, and his songs mine the profound. So it’s not surprising that David Byrne cast him to sing the role of an Irish musician on the brink of success whose voice guides Sean Penn through an emotional journey of self-discovery in This Must Be the Place (2012). The score by Byrne with lyrics by Will Oldham (Bonnie Prince Billy) called for a distinctive vocalist, which Brunnock is.
...Brunnock's beautiful clear crispness and clipped tones match exquisitely and expertly arranged melodies, driven home with truthful and a heart-filled soul. You know he means it when he sings.~ Suzanne Connolly - The Irish Emigrant | more press quotes
We are excited to release our first collection of tunes on October 25, 2018, at Rockwood Music Hall, Stage 2, 8:15 pm ( Click here to grab your tix from Ticketfly ). A six-song album that covers topics from the #metoo movement, to environmental issues, to love in all its capacities.
We were humbled to team up with the best of the best to record “Live to Love”. Produced by David Hopkins and recorded and mixed by Robert Root (The Killers) at Battleborn studios in Las Vegas, we couldn’t be happier with how our tunes are coming along… but working with amazingly talented folks ain’t cheap and we need your financial support to get us over a few final hurdles before our release date.
at Gealach Gorm Music Festival
Gealach Gorm Music Festival, County Waterford, Ireland.
Back in Ireland! Bookmarket cafe Kells, County Meath
Celebrating Rockwood Music Hall's 15-Year Anniversary with Spooky Ghost, Pamela Sue Mann
Come say Hi !!!