Friday, December 7, 2012

Irish Thought for December 7...

Irish Musicians

Damien Rice

Irish singer-songwriter and musician Damien Rice is adept at playing guitar, drum, and piano, as well as cello and violin.  In the 1990s, Rice was a member of the group Jupiter, although after releasing two singles with the group, Rice departed to pursue a solo career.  He busked his way around Europe before returning to Ireland, where he landed a contract.  Rice released his debut solo album in February 2002, which peaked at #8 on the UK chart and produced two Top 30 singles, "Cannonball" and "Volcano."  In April 2009, the Irish Times placed Rice at #34 in a list of "The Best 50 Irish Acts Right Now."

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