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Artist
Paul Casey
12+ albums
about
Irish songwriter, guitarist and singer Paul Casey is being talked of among Ireland’s new music followers as 'the new cool'. His songwriting, guitar playing and distinctive voice are set to cause quite a stir both sides of the Atlantic with the release of his latest CD Scrapbook. Born in County Derry, Northern Ireland, Casey displays an exceptional command of slide guitar and a unique flair for penning striking tunes. He has been compared to artists from David Gray to Damien Rice, Dave Matthews to Ben Harper, Gomez to Ryan Adams. In truth, however, Paul Casey is an individual who makes up his own rules and carves his own niche when song-writing and recording. Casey has an extensive library of stunning tracks that switch effortlessly from lavish string arrangements to beautifully crafted acoustic songs. He writes perfect pop songs and also unravels modern guitar styles with upbeat grooves and samples, while sometimes straying into rootsy themes and beats. Whether fusing infectious riffs with intricate Irish rhythms or drawing on musical snapshots of legendary guitarists, Casey has continued to create a unique and distinctive sound. Add his foot-tapping riffs and distinctive voice to the mix and you’ve got a remarkable and timeless collection. Casey has played to 55,000 people on an epic 25-date tour of the UK and Ireland as special guest of legendary guitarist and 30-million album-selling Chris Rea. The relationship between Chris Rea and Paul Casey is one of mutual respect a
