The Green Wave with Davie Furey

Niall McNamee is an Irish singer-songwriter and actor known for his own passionate, thoughtful and full-blooded songs. He has starred opposite Pierce Brosnan, fought with Jackie Chan, played comic foil to Bono, and romantically duetted with Imelda May. Next up is a starring role in feature film Love Without Walls, performing his own compositions, as Niall's art and life come together. A self-taught musician, Niall has been immersed in music his whole life. Throughout years as a struggling young actor, Niall supported himself performing Irish folk songs, resulting in his knowledge of traditional music growing rich and deep. But all the while, he was writing his own material, drawing on that heritage but pushing into contemporary rock and pop territory. His latest EP Step By Step, showcases the musicians deep love for storytelling lyrics. Touching on life experiences and human emotions, the five-track release narrates heartbreak, nights out, ecstatic joy and reflection.

Sean Millar AKA Doctor Millar AKA All is leaf is a Singer, Songwriter, Composer, Writer & Theatre Maker. His cracking new album, Ruining Everything, is out now! "He is the poet laureate of Dublins dark side, an Irish national treasure" The Irish Times "Irelands greatest songwriter" Hotpress "He remains Irelands best lyricist" RTE guide less

An accomplished and insightful songwriter, who effortlessly captures deep emotional sentiment with moving sincerity, she has co-written with twice Grammy-nominated songwriter Jan Buckingham (Whitney Houston) in Nashville, performed in Bob Harris’s home studio for his Under the Apple Tree sessions, and has supported Tom Jones, Albert Lee, Scouting for Girls, Martha Reeves and Hazel O’Connor. Hayley has had an exciting 2022 with performances at Glastonbury, C2C Festival 02 Arena London and Hardwick Live, where her band headlined the Introducing stage ahead of Stereophonics.

Jim Page is an American singer and songwriter living in Seattle, Washington. He’s made 24 full length albums, been on a dozen compilations, done numberless tours, and written hundreds of songs. Some of them have been covered by Christy Moore, Dick Gaughan, Roy Bailey, The Doobie Brothers, and Michael Hedges. He’s toured with Dick Gaughan, Planxty, Leftover Salmon, and Rob Wasserman. He’s shared the stage with Bonnie Raitt, Donal Lunny, Barry Melton, Robert Hunter, and Björn Afzelius. His most recent album, THE TIME IS NOW, is the most solid and ambitious to date. The song writing is top notch, the music and performance. After all these years Jim Page is at the top of his game. https://jimpage.bandcamp.com/

Frances McNamee is an extraordinary actor. Her to career to date include playing Meg in Sting's The Last Ship, Belle in A Christmas Carol, Big Fish with Kelsey Grammer among others. She is currently gaining rave reviews for playing the role of Elizabeth in Conor McPherson's award winning Girl of the North Country with music and lyrics by Bob Dylan. The production has just finished a 5 week run in Dublin's Olympia Theatre and now embarks on an 8 month tour of the UK. It is not to be missed!!

Donegal singer/songwriter Rory Gallagher, who has been releasing music since 2011 under the project name Rory and the Island has had quite the 17 months since the global pandemic began. After moving his family to Edinburgh in Scotland to open a brand new live music bar in the city called "The Wildcat" in March 2020, the venue never saw it's official opening night due to Covid19 and Rory Gallagher found himself locked down in a new city and very very lost. Rory and the Island is set to release his brand new single “Call My Name” on 26 February, alongside announcing the release of his highly anticipated new album “Centre Falls Apart” - which is set for release on 11 March on new Irish indie label Voices of the Sea. Speaking of the single and the announcement of the album Rory and the Island said: "I'm so delighted and shocked that 25 years after releasing my first self funded album in Donegal at the age of 18, and then moving on through "The Revs" in the noughties that I am still able to write and release my own original songs into the public domain. I have become immune to supposed failures and rejections and I still have the exact same love for it as I did when I was 18, it's the music and the communication that matters" “Call My Name” the brand new single from Rory & The Island is out on 26 February across all digital platforms, with his highly anticipated new album “Centre Falls Apart” set for release on 11 March on new Irish indie label Voices of the Sea.

David Hope is releasing a new album later this year. In this episode he chats with Davie about some of his previous work and also the first single from the new album, Lover's Leap. Lovers Leap (Coast of Clare)' is an atmospheric ode to Hope's home county of Clare and its Atlantic coastline, "So wild and so strong". The song speaks to a reawakening of a deep connection and passion for County Clare’s captivating mystery: "My eyes opened wide and I saw with pride, what I'd loved for so long". The song draws inspiration from a visit to the stunning Loophead Peninsula, where a young Hope spent many summers fishing and exploring.

The Saw Doctors are one of Ireland's most loved bands. In this episode, Leo Moran, joins Davie to chat about some of their songs and their inspirations.

Michael Conlan is an Irish professional boxer. As an amateur, he reached number one in the AIBA bantamweight world rankings, with achievements that include a bronze medal at the 2012 Olympics and gold at the 2015 World Championships. He has been one of Ireland's most successful amateur fighters of all time. Since turning professional he has had 16 fights, 16 wins with 8 of those fights by knock out. He is due to fight Leigh Wood for the WBA World Featherweight title in March 2022.

Dublin-based The Crayon Set specialise in hook-filled, alternative pop. The band was founded by main songwriter Robert Baker and the first line-up of the band released their eponymous debut album in 2013. It is filled choc-a-bloc with infectious, uptempo indie pop songs. The Irish Times described it as “as catchy as a virus”. Its follow up ‘Lost Languages’ was released in 2017. The album was in part a tribute to many of their favourite 'Americana' artists. It featured Kate Dineen on guest vocals who went on to become a full-time member of the band. Musician.ie made it their Irish album of the year. Their new album 'Downer Disco' is due out in Sept 2021. It was recorded with producer Stephen Shannon at Experimental Audio in Dublin in 2019. The release was put on hold due to Covid ’19. It is their strongest album to-date filled with their trademark expertly-crafted pop songs & dual girl/boy vocal interplay - this time with added synth-pop & electronic goodness.

As an artist Tanya McCole is one of the finest singer/songwriters in this isle of Ireland and beyond. These songs touch the soul in such a way that I have no doubt they will be enjoyed for many years to come. In 2018 Tanya went back to the studio with a fresh batch of songs and recorded "Because Of You". In stark contrast to "Love, Hate & The Blues”, this new album is stripped back to reveal her uniquely distinctive voice and songwriting ability. That same year she fulfilled a lifelong dream of touring with Grammy award winner John Prine.

Stephanie Rainey releases the lead track, "13", from her debut EP on the 20th October 2021. It comes after a busy year with several single releases including No Cowboy and Ross and Rachel. A brilliant songwriter and singer, Stephanie has some live dates coming in April 2022.

Hermione Hennessy is a singer-songwriter, music manager, creative director, and recording artist. She’s also the daughter and former manager of the legendary late Irish singer-songwriter Christie Hennessy. Hermione’s debut album ‘Songs My Father Taught Me’ which was signed to Warner Music, stayed at the number one spot within the Irish charts for five weeks, where she also toured alongside Willie Nelson and Leona Lewis. In this fascinating chat with Davie, they explore the songs she has recorded, her Dad's incredible body of work and the relationships that shape us through music.

Irish singer-storyteller David Keenan has spent the majority of the last decade growing up on the road, drawing from primary source experiences and a vivid imagination. His forthcoming second album “WHAT THEN?” is a deft but noticeable step up from his debut, fulfilling his promise, and then some. Out 15th October 2021. Tasters of what’s to come with the album are evident in singles ‘Peter O’Toole’s Drinking Stories’, ‘Bark’, ‘Sentimental Dole’, and ‘What Then Cried Jo Soap’. Here is an artist unafraid to offer up his dealings with the human condition for all to see and hear. Sometimes self-deprecating, sometimes darkly-humoured, always intentional, you get the sense that a veil has been lifted and there's a beautiful truth about to be exposed.

Rachel Grace is a rising singer/songwriter hailing from County Wexford. She is a proudly homegrown independent artist and has been self-funded since she first started writing music. She burst onto the scene at the tender age of 13 with the release of her first album, ‘Song For You’, displaying a level of songwriting that is often described as being well beyond her years. In 2018 she released a five-track EP, ‘Routes’, with it’s single ‘You Don’t Know’ quickly reaching number three in the iTunes Charts and receiving airplay from Ireland’s number one radio station, RTÉ Radio 1. The EP received consistent praise from national and international media and audiences alike, earning her the spot of ‘PlayIrish Artist of the Week’ on BeatFM. Her latest release from 2021 is Cry me an Ocean,

Colm Gavin is an emerging Singer/Songwriter phenomenon from Dublin. Performing from the ripe age of 14 and writing from the age of 10 he has performed across Ireland and further afield, sharing the stage with acts as varied as Glen Hansard, ORB, Liam O’Maonlai, John Spillane, Orla Keogh, Kíla, Damien Rice and also played at the inaugural opening night of the musical “Once” in Dublin’s Gaiety Theatre. In the past his music has been featured on RTE TV and Radio, College Radio Stations across the country and has he also been featured on NME’s main website. September 2014 saw the release of his Debut Solo EP “Your Endless Slumber” which spent the week of its release at No.1 in the iTunes Singer/Songwriter charts and garnered widespread attention from a number of Irish independent Record Labels. In 2015 he released his album A Voice for the Urban Darlings and in 2021 he released his new EP, The 1992 Tapes

Galia Arad is an American singer/songwriter who is currently based in Dublin. Galia’s classical musician parents and classical voice training steered her directly into the arms of rock ‘n’ roll. She has toured the USA, Ireland, England (supporting Jools Holland), and Japan (where she not only gigged, but was the first place winner of a sake chugging contest and runner up of a wet kimono contest.) As for her less impressive accomplishments, she is the winner of Songwriter Hall of Fame's Abe Olman award for Excellence in Songwriting, and winner of The Great American Song competition. Galia, with much noise, has also caught the attention of one of her music idols, Shane MacGowan (from The Pogues), who wrote the liner notes for her sophomore album "Ooh La Baby", and is featured on two tracks.

Steo Wall is an emerging talent on the Irish music scene, a striking wordsmith with a unique musical style. His live sets have been described as pure alchemy. Steo has an eclectic taste to his music which shines through the multi-genre array of songs at his disposal. With a mix of spoken word and folk inspired melodies all woven to an acoustic groove, Steo is bringing something new, fresh and exciting. Tyrone born, Limerick adopted. Kathleen Turner's unique vocal style has been inspired by a wide range of music, from gospel to folk. She makes every song sound like a privately shared confidence.

Barry Geraghty is one of the finest and most successful jockeys Ireland has ever produced. With over 1,900 career wins, 43 Cheltenham festival winners, an English and Irish Grand National winner and Irish Champion jump jockey twice, Geraghty has had a glittering career in the saddle. Not without its lows, however, with multiple injuries and career setbacks Geraghty showed incredible mental strength to keep coming back eventually retiring in 2020, fourth on the all time winners list. In this extended and thoughtful chat with Davie, Barry picks five of his favourite songs. They discuss his recent autobiography, True Colours, his relationship with the legendary Nicky Henderson and JP McManus plus his partnerships with some extraordinary horses like Moscow Flyer and Sprinter Sacre.

Mary Coughlan is a jazz & blues singer whose life story gives weight to the truth that the best singers are the ones with the most painful lives” (The Guardian). One of Ireland's finest singers, Mary Coughlan released her incredible album, Life Stories, in 2020 to much critical acclaim. Whether into folk, blues or jazz, no one can fail to be moved by the emotional depth, expression and power in her voice, forged from an extraordinary life. In this fascinating chat with Davie, she discusses her songs, her writing and her captivating story. Honest, reflective and entertaining, Mary is a national treasure.