Kingfisher Concert Limerick: Rare Bird Sighting
- Kingfishr treated a lucky group of fans in Limerick to an exclusive, stripped-back in-store performance this Friday lunchtime.
- Around 50 attendees, primarily those who pre-ordered the band's debut album, Halcyon, enjoyed the acoustic set.
- Despite the small venue, the energy was palpable. Kingfishr fostered a personal connection with the audience, sharing stories behind their songs and encouraging singalongs.
Kingfishr Connects with Fans in Intimate Limerick performance
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A Rare Treat for Limerick Fans
Kingfishr treated a lucky group of fans in Limerick to an exclusive, stripped-back in-store performance this Friday lunchtime. Teh intimate gig at Golden Discs on Cruises Street served as a prelude to their sold-out show at the Docklands later that evening.
Celebrating ‘Halcyon’ with an Exclusive Set
Around 50 attendees, primarily those who pre-ordered the band’s debut album, Halcyon
, enjoyed the acoustic set. The performance highlighted the emotional depth and lyrical honesty that has become a hallmark of Kingfishr’s music. The band played a stirring set including fan favorites like “Caroline,” “Shot in the Dark,” “Killeagh,” “I Cried, I Wept,” and their new track, “21.”
Despite the small venue, the energy was palpable. Kingfishr fostered a personal connection with the audience, sharing stories behind their songs and encouraging singalongs.
From University Halls to Headline Shows
the members of Kingfishr first met while studying at the University of Limerick. During the performance, lead singer eddie Keogh playfully admitted their early songwriting was heavily influenced by Dermot Kennedy, stating, “They were Dermot Kennedy rip-off songs, no denying it.” He quickly added, ”It’s natural to copy your heroes,” acknowledging the importance of artistic beginnings.
The band has experienced a significant rise in popularity since 2022,organically building their fanbase and supporting established artists like Bruce springsteen,George Ezra,James Bay,and Snow Patrol. They now embrace their irish identity,expressing pride in the growing movement of being irish
.
Vulnerability and Resilience in Songwriting
A particularly poignant moment came during the performance of “Shot in the Dark,” which was introduced with the reflective sentiment: “Good things come from when you give up.” This statement encapsulates the vulnerability and resilience that defines Kingfishr’s songwriting.