David Keenan

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AN IRISH SONGMAN WITH A POET’S SOUL

Experience an evening with David Keenan, an extraordinary innovator in Irish song writing.

His distinct style, characterised by poetic lyrics and soulful melodies, has earned him great critical praise. His chart-topping albums and captivating live performances mark him as a standout artist in the music scene. 

Keenan's work exists outside of the mainstream. His lyrics are steeped in poetic shapes and forms, matched by a  musical rawness that serves a visceral and deeply emotive live approach. He has a way of connecting people in story and song with an inimitable emotional depth that is rarely found. 

“A defining work of visceral genius from a soul aflame with both the poetry of his ancestors and the fire of the future.” – Mike Davies, Folk Radio

“The epic sweep of Van Morrison, the high notes of Tim Buckley, and the soul of Samuel Beckett.” – Michael Mann, The Guardian

Times: 
Fri 19th Jan, 03:00pm
Sat 20th Jan, 06:00pm

 

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Venue

ACO, The Neilson (The Thirsty Mile) Pier 2/3 Suite 3, 13A Hickson Rd Walsh Bay Arts Precinct Dawes Point NSW 2000



Website

https://www.sydneyfestival.org.au/events/david-keenan