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Rising Irish Star McGrath Shares New Single ‘The Parrot’
Belfast-based songwriter McGrath has released “The Parrot”, a single drawing on his experiences playing football as a young person. Its video was filmed on pitches connected to Forze, a Belfast organisation whose games and walks with friends gave him a place to talk openly and stay active.
McGrath’s debut EP, “SÁSTA”, is due on 22 January after recording sessions with producer Rob Kirwan, whose credits include Hozier, PJ Harvey and U2. He is also planning an intimate winter headline run, including a London show at the Lower Third on 4 December; the video features local actor Robert Patrick Hamilton and was directed by Niall Morgan.
In short
- McGrath has released football-inspired single “The Parrot”.
- Its video was filmed on pitches linked to Belfast organisation Forze.
- His debut EP “SÁSTA” is due on 22 January.
Explained simply
McGrath is a Belfast-based songwriter whose music draws on his experiences growing up and playing football. Forze is a local organisation that brings people together through football and walks, offering space for conversation as well as physical activity.
The new single’s video features local actor Robert Patrick Hamilton and was directed by Niall Morgan. McGrath has also worked with producer Rob Kirwan, who has recorded with artists including Hozier, PJ Harvey and U2.
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