Music Reviews

Today sees Fiona Tyndall – release the single “Oró Mó Bhaidín” ft. Brendan Hayes and taken from upcoming album, you can read our review here

Today, we welcome back Fiona Tyndall as she releases a new track from her upcoming album.

On Óró Mó Bhaidín, Clare-born traditional artist Fiona Tyndall brings fresh life to a song rooted deep in the Gaelic Revival era. With lyrics from figures like Padraig Pearse and Tomas Ó Colmáin, the track is described as an ardent expression of joy and pleasure from a man out on the water in his currach (a traditional boat of Ireland’s west coast), the track is rich in imagery and emotion, capturing that pure, almost childlike sense of freedom one feels when surrounded by the sea. The melody winds and flows, matched by Tyndall’s stunning vocal, which captures both the peace and pride of the lyrics.

Tyndall is joined once again by long-time collaborator Brendan Hayes, who adds soft piano and subtle bass alongside warm backing vocals. Together, they craft a dreamy, intimate arrangement that feels like it could be drifting from a cottage window in Connemara, or echoing through the hills of Clare. It’s delicate, but carried with confidence and clarity that only a seasoned voice in the tradition can bring.

Óró Mó Bhaidín also serves as a beautiful introduction to Tyndall’s forthcoming full Irish-language album Éinín an Cheóil, set for release this September. The project, inspired by a collection of handwritten songs passed down from her late father, promises to be a deeply personal celebration of heritage and memory. We’ve covered Fiona before, and once again she reminds us just how special and moving it is to hear the Irish language sung with such tenderness and grace. When I have the chance to listen to Fiona, I always think this is more than just music. It’s cultural preservation, handled with real ca

‘Óró Mó Bhaidín’ comes in at an 8 out of 10

Rating: 8 out of 10.

Reviewer – Alan Robinson @alan_robinson_photography
Photo credit – press photo

Ian Mc Donnell

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