Fintan McKahey's lates release - Amber.

This delicate indie/folk song features Fintan’s signature sincere, brooding vocals, panned wide for an intimate listener experience, as well as slick production and reflective ambient sounds.

The song features Kealan Kenny on pedal steel and Fintan himself on drums giving it a more folk feel than his recent releases. The song was recorded and produced by Fintan in his newly built space, Ivy Hill Studios.

Amber

Only Love (Falling Apart) - NEP2NE Liquid D&B Bootleg

White stripes, We're going To Be Friends - (Cover) Live acoustic by Yvngerror

We're Going To Be Friends - Cover

Galaxy Running (prod. by Daniel Paris)

Cover of one of the most beautiful Ben Howard songs

Evergreen - Ben Howard (cover)

Lucy

waves (v7X raw) demo

The Wolves (Ben Howard Cover)

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Youtube: https://youtu.be/rdJ6m5FKGjg?si=nqFYtXzFTkSJQrVS
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/intl-de/album/1iZhhbGPHdEF28wIyWJ7nq?si=Z4bioeKbRdyDrFYJN31wAw
Amazon: https://music.amazon.de/albums/B0D952NX7W?marketplaceId=A1PA6795UKMFR9&musicTerritory=DE&ref=dm_sh_iITCFqSSn4v5Y0kYDQQTe6FxY
Apple: https://music.apple.com/de/artist/edeltraud-trncik/1748433439
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Inspired by Abdel Halim Hafez - قارئة الفنجان (Qariat El Fingan)

Lyrics:

In a dimly lit room, where shadows dance,
I sit before her, seeking a chance
To glimpse the future, hidden from sight,
In coffee grounds, dark as night

She takes my cup, eyes gleaming wise,
Ancient knowledge behind those eyes
Swirling patterns, secrets unfold,
What will these coffee grounds hold?

(Oh, reader of the grounds)
Tell me what you see
(Oh, mystic of the cup)
What's in store for me?
In the dregs of my coffee
Lies a destiny
But is it set in stone
Or can I break free?

She speaks of paths I've left behind,
Of present worries clouding my mind
Future whispers, yet to come,
In these grounds, my life's sum

Her words like ripples in my soul,
Making me question, making me whole
Past and future intertwine,
In this moment, so divine

(Oh, reader of the grounds)
Tell me what you see
(Oh, mystic of the cup)
What's in store for me?
In the dregs of my coffee
Lies a destiny
But is it set in stone
Or can I break free?

She speaks of paths I've left behind,
Of present worries clouding my mind
Future whispers, yet to come,
In these grounds, my life's sum

Her words like ripples in my soul,
Making me question, making me whole
Past and future intertwine,
In this moment, so divine

(Oh, reader of the grounds)
Tell me what you see
(Oh, mystic of the cup)
What's in store for me?
In the dregs of my coffee
Lies a destiny
But is it set in stone
Or can I break free?

In the swirls and shapes, I start to find
Reflections of my heart and mind
But as I listen, I realize
The power of choice never dies

(Oh, reader of the grounds)
You've shown what could be
(Oh, mystic of the cup)
But the path's up to me
In the dregs of my coffee
I've seen possibility
Now I know it's not set in stone
I can shape my destiny

As I leave her room, my future unclear
I carry hope, and healthy fear
For in those grounds, I've come to see
The story of my life is written by me

(Oh, reader of the grounds)
You've shown what could be
(Oh, mystic of the cup)
But the path's up to me
In the dregs of my coffee
I've seen possibility
Now I know it's not set in stone
I can shape my destiny

Coffee Grounds Reader

Preview our acoustic backing track of Only Love by Ben Howard. To download the full version and other acoustic backing tracks head to www.acousticbacksandtracks.com

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I've been meaning to record a mixtape like this for a while now, as I listen to music like this a LOT... 

mellow, acoustic, soothing, cinematic, played full length, in all their melodic glory... 

here's a bunch of my favourite tracks to help you slowww dowwwn...

🎶💙🎶🎧🎶
love this shit...

1. The Cinematic Orchestra - And Relax !
2. Bob Moses - Hands To Hold (Acoustic Version)
3. Bjork - Possibly Maybe
4. DJ Shadow - Stem (Cops 'n' Robbers Mix)
5. Mazzy Star - Fade Into You
6. Kings of Convenience - Gold for the Price of Silver (Erot Vs Version)
7. Husky - Tidal Wave
8. Solar Bears - She Was Coloured In
9. Colorama - Hapus
10. Washed Out - Paracosm 
11. Mac Ayres - Sunny & 62
12. Caribou feat One Little Plane - Melody Day (Four Tet Remix)
13. Portishead - It Could Be Sweet
14. Yebba - Boomerang (Live)
15. Radiohead - The Numbers (CR78 version)
16. Ben Howard - The Defeat
17. Danger Mouse & Sparklehorse feat The Flaming Lips - Revenge 
18. Palace - Heaven Up There 
19. Depeche Mode - Useless (Kruder & Dorfmeister Remix)
20. Talk Talk - Life's What You Make It (Balearic Dub Mix)
21. Dee Montero feat Meliha - In The Wild (Montero Revisit)
22. Roslyn - Maybe It Should Be
23. Jamie XX - Gosh (Nils Andgren's Serene Edit)
24. Orbital - Belfast (ANNA Ambient Remix)

SEPT 2024

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Washed Out

ben howard - diamonds (sevik edit)

Promise (Bootleg)

But it's in your nature | Blooms inside your blood 
The final track on Ben Howard's 2014 album I Forget Where We Were, and the final artist I want to pay homage to, what a musician.

All Is Now Harmed

See The Sky Is No Man's Land (unmastered)

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One mic set-up in the living room sessions

Fintan McKahey is a low-fi indie singer-songwriter from Cork, Ireland. He started playing and writing music at a young age, and has been releasing music since 2016. A multi-instrumentalist and producer, he is proficient across several instruments and produces all of his own music. His 2019 Debut EP ‘God Games’ received critical acclaim from radio and press, as did his 2020 single ‘Platinum’. He has performed in major venues across the country, opening for The Scratch, Junior Brother, and Roisin O.

Though Fintan loves performing, his true passion lies with creating in the studio. As a writer and producer he has been influenced by solo artists/producers such as Chet Faker and Bonobo, as well as songwriters like Ben Howard, Matt Corby, and Nick Drake. Fintan creates music that is spacey, chill, and at times experimental and psychedelic, incorporating influences of bedroom pop and trip-hop.

As lockdowns impacted upon the industry in 2020 and Fintan’s own ‘Goodbye’ tour dates were cancelled, he pivoted to spend his time productively by completing the self-build of his own boutique recording studio. Situated in West Cork, Ivy Hill Studios was launched and this is where Fintan now enjoys exploring different genres, as he engineers and produces other artists projects. 

The nationwide competition ‘A New Local Hero’ ran in 2021, a search for new talent and a boost to broadcasting Irish music on the radio. Fintan was selected from 125 artists to represent Cork’s 96FM, as one of the five finalists to showcase at The Academy in Dublin.  He is grateful for the continued support of Hot Press magazine and delighted to have been voted as Hot for 2021 and Hot for 2022 and chosen to play in their Y and E series of online gigs. 
 
To date he has released two EPs and a number of singles, achieving national radio play and critical press acclaim. His last single ‘Amber’ was released in 2022, written as a love song for his long-time partner, with whom he has now embarked upon the great adventure of parenthood, after the birth of their first child this year. He is now back in the studio working on his own material and is excited to be releasing new songs in the Spring of 2023. 

“Amber, it’s an absolute stunner.” - Ed Smith, TodayFM

“Fintan offers a lush array of sonic textures, feeding your brain with happy sound waves.” - Hot Press magazine

“Fintan McKahey is one of those songwriters that touches your heart from the word go… this new tune ‘Platinum’, it’s just over five minutes of wonderment…” - It’s All Indie blog

“Chilled and effortless quality” - Eric Lalor, JOE(dot)ie

“…intricate guitar playing creates an amazing backdrop for some incredible penmanship from the West Cork native.” - Earmilk (US) blog

“music gives a soul to the universe, 
wings to the mind, flight to the imagination 
and breathes life into fucking everything bruv
... you get me ?” ― Plato

Hello, I'm Edeltraud Trncik, a songwriter who's been weaving melodies and lyrics for a long time. Music has been my faithful companion throughout this journey, inspiring me to create a diverse collection of songs that reflect my personal experiences and the world around me.

My passion lies in crafting heartfelt ballads. I pour my emotions and stories into each composition, striving to create authentic connections through my music. However, I always make sure to leave room for intuition and personal expression in my songwriting process.

I've been making music as a hobby alongside my husband. This partnership has been a source of joy and creativity, allowing us to grow together both personally and artistically. The synergy we've developed over the years shines through in every song we create.
Until now, I've primarily written songs for my own enjoyment and expression.
My songwriting draws inspiration from my own life experiences and current events that touch me. I believe that music has the power to tell stories, evoke emotions, and create connections. 
Through my songs, I invite listeners to see the world through my eyes - a world filled with melodies that speak to the heart and soul

I write, sing and produce Indie/Experimental music.
I hope you enjoy! 
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