Lore

Having been nominated for ‘Best Irish Band’ and ‘Best EP’ by the Pure M Awards 2015 for their self-titled debut EP, the now five piece indie-folk group Lore have went from strength to strength set to release their second single ‘Teenage Kicks’ and second highly anticipated EP ‘Believe’ in spring 2016.

With recent appearances in UK and Irish festivals and playlisted on national radio the band has supported international touring acts such as Cara Dillon, Kila and Ciaran Lavery.

The band is fronted by singer/songwriter Carolann Carlile. Born in Belfast Carolann was raised in the musical heart of Derry- Stendhal and Danny Boys own Limavady. Carolann has never meet a cupcake that she didn't like and loves kittens (especially fluffy ones).
On piano and from rural Dungiven is composer/song writer Raymond O‟Kane. Raymond is a degree level music student and has a background in community related arts. Raymond loves a good cup of tea and isn't keen on having his photo taken (like ever).
Guitarist and composer Luke McCloskey, from Dungiven Co.Derry is the founding member and original driving force behind the five piece indie-folk band. He loves wine and live music.
The Cellist Cliodhna McAteer is a Music graduate and music teacher from South Armagh. Cliodhna Joined the band in Spring 2015. She has a wicked sarcastic sense of humour but hates mispronunciation of her name.
Last but not least is Rebecca Hall form Ballymena on violin/fiddle. Rebecca also is a music graduate and music teacher. She joined Lore in late 2015 and has designed her own tattoos.

Lore is taken from folklore and refers to the traditional art of storytelling …telling the story of Life, Love, Loss and Fate one note at a time.

“Melancholy yet inspirational songs that bring to mind artists such as Melissa Etheridge, Tori Amos and Sarah McLachlan...”

Jamie Funk, The Equal Ground
‘Dragon taming music…’ Eileen Walsh, Radio Presenter Drive 105

“Carlile has an exceptional voice. She is dynamic, diverse and is able to deliver different shades of emotion within one single word. On top of that her slightly noticeable Irish accent is quite attractive.”

Jamie Funk, The Equal Ground

"This musical trio not only make listeners feel as if they are living within the music themselves they also tell gripping stories with well written music and lyrics…Carlile embodies a powerful yet angelic voice that truly brings the music to life and shows us what Irish singing is all about.”

Ciara Walsh PureM Magazine

EP Review by Pure M Magazine -
www.puremzine.com/lore-debut-ep-review/

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