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WELCOME!!! we made it!!! the debut album "when the stardust settles" has arrived.

in the past year, like many, i have experienced an overwhelming amount of changes, and generally have been thinking a little deeper about the fundamental temporariness that life offers. as a result, i wanted to make a couple songs that sort of aligned with my thoughts, my composure, the intensity of my emotions, etc. there is indeed a story taking place in this album, if you'd like the specifics, please refer to the descriptions of each song on here to get a little more insight towards the bigger picture!!

initially, when this project was just a measly 3 songs, it was going to serve as a deluxe package for BALLADS OF A SUNSEEKER, but after making 5 songs in total, I had begun to see that what I was making was a much more vast world to dig into, and thus this album was born. think of this as the spiritual successor to SUNSEEKER.

i recognize that for an artist of my size, it's likely that no one's really going to be tuning into a nearly 40 minute album because frankly that is quite a huge commitment of time to ask from people. HOOOWEVER, I've kind of grown tired of how much we've pushed prioritizing releasing singles for smaller artists. I want to make something that leaves a lasting impression and honestly I think I can only really do that when I let myself lead with the intention to create for amplifying my voice, and not because I want to be perceived by everyone haha.

this album is best enjoyed listening front to back, with a nice view to enjoy alongside it. i would like to thank everyone who has supported the music i've been putting out, i honestly didn't think i'd ever refine my skills enough to reach this level of quality music and i'm honestly just relieved that people OTHER than me really resonate with what i'm cultivating here. i hope you enjoy the album, i think it's really great and hope you feel the same way. thank you so much. <3

recorded, produced, mixed/mastered, and performed by Dreams On Earth in 2025, released under midnight seaside records.  

joyride

shot in the dark

magic

hiding

a sea of stars

another life

icarus

Soft And Wet ( nite mix )  alt take 1

An original song dedicated to the Irish hero Cathal Brugha. He was second-in-command at the South Dublin Union under Commandant Éamonn Ceannt in the Easter Rising of 1916. On the Thursday of Easter Week, being badly wounded, he was unable to leave when the retreat was ordered. Brugha, weak from loss of blood, continued to fire upon the enemy, and was found by Eamonn Ceannt singing "God Save Ireland" with his pistol still in his hands. Reference: Wikipedia

Lyrics by Cathal O'Briain with direct quotes from Brugha (2019)

God Save Ireland (Cathal Brugha)

Dublin born artist Cathal O'Briain enjoys writing original contemporary Irish Ballads and recreating old but familiar loved melodies. He sings and plays fingerstyle guitar, drawing upon aspects of human nature and Irish history in his songs.

His upcoming double album 'Dunbrody' is a body of work recorded over an eight year period with the legendary Producer Peter Eades who has worked with some of Ireland’s top acts such as Clannad, The Chieftains, Thin Lizzy, The Dubliners, The 4 of Us, Cian, Moving Hearts, Christy Moore and De Danann.

The album features the accomplished pianist and singer Matthew Lalor on the track 'Dunbrody', with backing vocals on the track 'All I'm Needin' from Brian O'Reilly (Jump the Gun).

Double Album Release Date: Monday 01 December 2025.   

The album is available for PRE-ORDER only and will not be dispatched until official release date.

i make music that balances the heavy wave of emotions that can come from nostalgia.
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