Protobaby
Protobaby sound was formed primarily from their collective Post Punk and Electro rock influences. Sure you can find elements of Joy Division, Depeche Mode, Interpol, Editors, The Cure etc. but the band have brought their own unique twist to the table with Colm McGuinness’ unique Baritone, perfectly complimenting the soundscapes and riffs created by guitarist Tony Monahan. Pounding tom driven Drums (Bryan Ronan) and driving basslines (Dane Staunton) lay the perfect bedrock for McGuinness' and Monahan’s creative forays.
Protobaby have toured all over Ireland, UK, Netherlands and Poland. Numerous festival appearances, radio plays/appearances, built up a band of loyal followers and even graced the cover of Hot Press Magazine! To date they’ve release 2 very well received albums (The Spark and Cosmic Heart) as well as numerous singles and videos.
'Impressive second outing from Limerick Rockers.....'Revolution Wanted' and 'Charity' are both indie anthems with the potential to fill stadiums.....All in all, the off-beat combination of jarring electro-rock and soaring vocals provide ample flesh to sink your teeth into. Cosmic Heart is a meaty listen.'
Cosmic Heart Album Review (Hot Press Magazine)
Limerick outfit Protobaby unveil their debut album The Spark and it's full of incendiary indie anthems and stadium-straddling rock numbers that sound absolutely massive.'
The Spark Album Review (Hot Press Magazine)
More info: www.protobaby.com
YOUTUBE CHANNELl: www.youtube.com/protobabyvids
ITUNES: https://itunes.apple.com/ie/artist/protobaby/id349032392
BANDCAMP (Album download): http://protobaby.bandcamp.com/
FACEBOOK: www.facebook.com/protobaby
REVERBNATION: www.reverbnation.com/protobaby
TWITTER: https://twitter.com/protobaby
BREAKING TUNES: www.breakingtunes.com/protobaby
Below is a more detailed history of the band if your in the mood for a read:
Formed in 2011 Protobaby released debut EP 'Freedom EP' which saw the band searching for their identity and coming to terms with their different influences. The band toured extensively around Ireland and began to form their signature sound.
Protobaby had a very busy and exciting 2012 building a strong fanbase both nationally and internationally. March saw the release of their debut album ‘The Spark’. Protobaby teamed up with Owen Lewis who has previously worked with REM, Hole and Snow Patrol just to mention a few to record their full length debut, with the end result receiving a massive thumbs up from critics and fans alike. The album was mixed with additional production by Chris O’Brien and Graham Murphy at The Production Suite, Dublin. (The Stunning, Gemma Hayes, Human League, Clannad, The Waterboy's, Whipping Boy, A House...)
They returned to Poland in May to play at the huge Polish 3 day festival Juwenalia Bialystok 2012 playing to 10000+ people, having played at same festival in 2011 with huge German band Guano Apes.
Singles from the album received and continue to receive lots of national and regional airplay. Singles and videos to date from 'The Spark' include: 'State Of Affairs', 'Traditions', 'Fluorescent and 'Only A Spark'.' 'Fluorescent' was named as Today FM’s daily download on Tony Fenton’s very popular national show along with the band also recording a session for the Paul Mcloone show on Today FM and doing an interview on 2fm with Dave Fanning.
The controversiall video to 'Traditions' was banned by Youtube in late 2011 and the video to 'Only A Spark' captured the bands energetic performance at Juwenalia Bialystok 2012.
2012 was spent touring both nationally and internationally including dates in Ireland, UK and Poland. A successful tour with the the Frank and Walters on their 25th Anniversary tour for 'Trains, Boats and Planes' including dates in the UK and Ireland as well as support slots with bands such as Delorentos and Jape.
In November Protobaby appeared on a regional cover of Hot Press and had a full interview in the national edition of Irelands most popular music magazine.
2013 was a great year for Irish band Protobaby with 2013 Tour dates to date taking in the Netherlands, UK and Ireland!
In November 2013 Protobaby released their eagerly anticipated new single 'Keep Running'. The single was the first new release since the bands well received debut album 'The Spark'. It was also the first release to feature new front woman Aoife Mcloughlin (the Voice Of Ireland). Formally an all male lineup, the single will signal an exciting new era for Protobaby. The single was recorded by legendary producers Chris O Brien and Graham Murphy of The Production Suite Dublin who very recently worked on 2 top 10 hits by The Stunning and Samantha Mumba and have produced a whole host of top acts.
Protobaby released their latest single/video 'Stages' on June 28th.
Protobaby release their last track with Aoife McLoughlin Nov 2014 called 'Lull'
Following the return of Colm McGuinness in early 2015 (a return to the original Protobaby line up) the band will released a new album on limited edition Blue Vinyl in April 1st 2016 along with a video to single 'Popstars’!
June 2017 saw the release of a new single ‘From The Start’ following the departure of Aidan Graham on bass who was replaced by Dane Staunton. The band are currently working on new material for a 2018 album release.
'Impressive second outing from Limerick Rockers.....'Revolution Wanted' and 'Charity' are both indie anthems with the potential to fill stadiums.....All in all, the off-beat combination of jarring electro-rock and soaring vocals provide ample flesh to sink your teeth into. Cosmic Heart is a meaty listen.'
Cosmic Heart Album Review (Hot Press Magazine)
'Our old Limerick pals Protobaby have come up with a neat video to go with ‘Popstars’, their brooding new single, which is currently on ‘repeat’ in HP Central.'
Popstars Single (Hot Press)
At nine tracks “Cosmic Heart” is a lean animal of an album but one which is ultimately very satisfying and sees Protobaby return with renewed vigour.
Cosmic Heart Album Review (Sounds From A Greenworld)
'LIMERICK NATIVES RELEASE A FIERY DEBUT
Limerick outfit Protobaby unveil their debut album The Spark and it's full of incendiary indie anthems and stadium-straddling rock numbers that sound absolutely massive.'
The Spark Album Review (Hot Press Magazine)
‘If this single is anything to go by then the album will be stunning. Roll on next year!’
Traditions Single Review (Boost The Music)
‘State Of Affairs’ is a clever slab of epic rocktronica.’
State Of Affairs – Single Review (Hot Press Magazine)
‘A very solid single release from a band that are clearly the best thing to happen to Limerick music in a long time. Keep your eye & ears on these guys folks, Protobaby are going to be big’
State Of Affairs – Single Review (Rarities, B-Sides & Other Stuff)
'Leaner and meaner then before 'Keep Running' feels like the beginning of a bold new chapter for Protobaby and I'm looking forward to finding out what happens next'
Hot Press Magazine single review (Nov 2013)
'Recent addition Aoife McLoughlin captivated the packed venue with her gorgeous vocals. A first glimpse for many of the new line-up, on this display Protobaby are about to hit another level'
Hot Press Magazine Live review (Dec 2013)
'Working as an slow-burning alternative-rock ballad, ‘Stages’ contains a palpable musicality and large-scale production that glistens with each vocal melody and shakes with deep-seated percussion. Coupled with a perfectly set music video to accompany it, the two blend to result in a strikingly designed and realized music video.' - Stages review (The Last Mixed Tape)
More info: www.protobaby.com
YOUTUBE CHANNELl: www.youtube.com/protobabyvids
ITUNES: https://itunes.apple.com/ie/artist/protobaby/id349032392
BANDCAMP (Album download): http://protobaby.bandcamp.com/
FACEBOOK: www.facebook.com/protobaby
REVERBNATION: www.reverbnation.com/protobaby
TWITTER: https://twitter.com/protobaby
BREAKING TUNES: www.breakingtunes.com/protobaby
