“DAMNED IF YOU DON'T” is an upbeat, guitar driven composition, packing a great punch, and a melodic chorus that is hard to ignore. It is a song about survival, and how we try to navigate the peaks and troughs, of the society we live in.
 “DAMNED IF YOU DON’T” was recorded and engineered by Brendan Carthy of Orchard Studios, Enniscorthy, Mixed and Mastered by Frankie McClay, of Einstein Studios, Antrim, with the supporting video shot at Electric Avenue in Waterford by Colin Shanahan, of Digicol Photography and Media Productions.

  “DAMNED IF YOU DON’T” will be released on Friday 2nd of December 2022, and can be pre-ordered on platforms such as iTunes and Amazon Music from Friday 18th November.

Damned If You Don't

Forge Hounds  Damned If You Don't

Released on 10th February, “Not The One” is a short snappy sharp riff driven tune which shows Forge Hounds can also write the perfect pop rock single. Think Cheap Trick meets ZZ Top with a hint of Ramones and you're getting close. If “Damned If You Don't” was their thought-provoking debut musical statement “Not The One” sees the band move things in a more radio friendly direction.

Not The One

“Redcoat” is a hard rock reworking of a bluesy song written and recorded by Paul J Bolger in the mid-1990's on "The Moss House" album under the name BOLGER. It was a fun return to old territory as Steve Roche also played bass on the original. The song has been a favourite of the Forge Hounds team for a long time. So much so in fact the band decided to give it their own unique treatment.

This new arrangement expands on the original with Mick Wall's lead guitar taking over from the harmonica driven riffs of Mick Kinsella from the original. With Andy Kavanagh adding a stomping beat the new Redcoat also received a fresh middle eight with the slightly funky spoken word breakdown. All this leads to a big climax with the heroes of the song putting down their oppressors by whatever means they can.

Redcoat (Single)

Redcoat

“Sun Kissed Sky” is a punchy hard rock song that is not afraid to shine its veneer with hints of pop and catchy choruses. Think Cheap Trick meets The Undertones, with a soaring guitar solo that lifts you up and carries you away to sunnier climes. This energetic Hard Pop Rock gem captures the essence of carefree summer vacations and the exhilaration of exploring new horizons.

From the driving guitars to the soaring vocals, this song ignites a fire within, ensuring that “Sun Kissed Sky” will leave you craving adventure. It celebrates the escape from everyday routines, where a group of guys cheekily bids farewell to their boss and the daily grind, embracing the beckoning sunshine and whisking their loved ones away to distant paradises.

Let the sun-kissed melodies transport you to new horizons as you embark on a musical journey that celebrates the freedom of exploration, and let it ignite your passion for life.

“Sun Kissed Sky” was recorded and engineered by Brendan Carthy at Orchard Studios, Enniscorthy and mixed and mastered by Frankie McClay at Einstein Studios, Antrim. The supporting video was shot in Mooncoin, by Damien Wall, with PillarStone Productions handling the Post Production duties.

As the song says, “…summer’s here and it’s about time!” …. Follow us on social media for exclusive content and be a part of the movement that celebrates the thrill of wanderlust. Get ready to chase the sun and let “Sun Kissed Sky” set your spirit free!

Forge Hounds - Sun Kissed Sky

Hailing from Waterford, Ireland, Forge Hounds is a new and exciting hard rock project that draws on influences from the likes of ZZ Top, Bad Company, Deep Purple, Thin Lizzy and Hanoi Rocks to deliver a BIG sound driven by lean and mean guitar riffs, compelling dual vocals and a pumping rhythm section.

Featuring veteran songwriters and musicians Paul J Bolger (Vocals, Rhythm Guitar), Mick Wall (Vocals / Lead Guitar), Steve Roche (Bass), and Andy Kavanagh (Drums), the members have shared the Stage with the likes of Horslips, Def Leppard, Brian Downey, Olly Murs, Eric Bell, Paul Di'Anno and Mama's Boys, while also having played on releases that were positively reviewed by 80's rock legends Jon Bon Jovi and Robin Crosby of Ratt.

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