Donegal, Ireland — February 2026 — Ó hEaráin (pronounced “O Aran”), the solo project of Donegal-born songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Kevin Herron, returns with his new single “On My Mind,” released February 27th. Blending folk songwriting with hints of traditional Irish and Americana influences the song explores love, memory, and acceptance from the perspective of someone approaching the end of life.
To mark the release, Ó hEaráin will perform an intimate live show on Sunday, March 1st at McLoone’s Bar, with further live dates planned in the coming months.
Opening with a simple yet captivating acoustic guitar melody, On My Mind gradually unfolds through emotive slide guitar and understated, spacious arrangements. While rooted in themes of death and parting, the song carries an uplifting and spiritual tone — an ode to a life well lived, and to the belief that love continues beyond goodbye.
“On My Mind is a love song written from the perspective of someone approaching the end of life,” Herron explains. “Despite the somber theme, I think the music and melodies create an uplifting and reflective feel, anchored in the belief that we will see them again.”
Herron performs both acoustic and slide guitar on the track and is joined by longtime friend Gráinne Gavigan on vocals, alongside a group of some of the island’s most respected session musicians contributing double bass (Nick Scott), cello (Laura McFadden), and drums (Eamon Ferris. The result is a sparse but deeply affecting arrangement that allows the song’s emotional core to shine.
Known for his work as a session musician with artists including Little Hours, Stephanie Rainey, and Clare Sands, and as a former member of Cork indie band Rowan, Herron’s Ó hEaráin project continues to embrace a more intimate, folk-rooted sound — one that values honesty, restraint, and emotional clarity.
“On My Mind” is available on all major streaming platforms