Eoin Shannon, a musician from Cork, Ireland, has given us his first album, “Hello Forever.” This collection of 12 songs is a feeling journey. Shannon’s songwriting is mixed with other artists’ skills. Larry Magee made the sound, Andrei Sorokin added a feeling of air to “Dark November,” and Chanele’s sad singing on “Night is Dark” made the album deeper. Kesha Parish’s singing together shines through, making each song feel alive.
The album starts with “I’d Have Grabbed You A Chair.” The soft guitar and quiet singing behind make a calm, thinking place. Shannon’s voice, deep and warm, shows a feeling of wanting something. The words tell a story of a time missed, a chance to talk that went away. The idea of “grabbing a chair” means wanting to be closer, to share a time that did not happen. It’s a quiet, touching reminder of how small things can mean big things.
“Come Down To The River” comes next, a song about finding peace and letting things go. The cello and many instruments make a full, calming sound. Shannon’s voice feels strong, almost asking, as he sings about washing away old mistakes. The river becomes a place to start over, a picture for starting new. The church-folk feeling gives the song a spiritual feel, like a soft push to face your problems and find healing.
The album’s namesake song, “Hello Forever,” is a celebration of love that lasts a long time. The flute adds a bit of magic, while the guitar keeps the song real. The singing together and soft background voices create a feeling of being together like the song is a warm hug. The words focus on saying “hello forever” instead of goodbye, showing the idea of a love that never ends. It’s a grown-up, feeling thought on what it means to stay together through life’s ups and downs.
“Everybody Got Crazy In Them” brings a lighter, more fun feeling. The warm guitar sounds and natural singing together make it feel like a comforting hug. The words remind us that everyone has their odd ways and problems, and that’s okay. It’s a song about liking who we are, with all our mistakes and finding joy in our not being perfect. The fun tone makes it easy to listen to, but the message is deep and meaningful.
Come Down To The River
“Dear Daddy, What Would You Do” is one of the most personal songs on the album. The guitar and soft singing create a quiet, thinking mood. The words are a feeling question, a search for help in unsure times. Shannon’s voice sounds weak, almost breakable, as he asks for advice from someone he trusts. It’s a song that speaks to anyone who has ever felt lost and needed help.
“Night Is Dark,” with Chanele, is a sad look at being sad and having trouble inside. The scary guitar and air-feeling singing make a dark-feeling place. Shannon’s deep voice shows a feeling of sadness, while the words paint a clear picture of a mind fighting its own shadows. It’s a real, honest look at mental health, giving comfort to those who have faced the same problems.
“Gambling Again” uses the picture of gambling to talk about life’s risks. The fiddle adds a fun, almost silly touch to the folk sound. The relaxed singing thinks about the choices we make and the chances we take, knowing that life is full of things we don’t know. It’s a reminder that taking risks is part of life, and even when things don’t go right, we learn something helpful.
“I Need My Pain” is a thoughtful song about how suffering helps us grow. The piano and flute make a dreamlike, almost otherworldly sound. Shannon’s deep voice shows a feeling of accepting things, as if he’s accepted the idea that pain is part of life. The words suggest that without trouble, we wouldn’t grow or understand ourselves as much. It’s a quiet, strong knowing of the strength we get from our hard times.
“Dark November” captures the feeling of being alone and sad. The soft guitar and weak singing make a sad, thinking tone. The words go deep into personal problems and dark feelings, giving a real look at times when the world feels heavy and too much. It’s a very personal song that speaks to anyone who has ever felt alone.
The album ends with “Dream Of You Tonight—Jazzy Version,” a big and feeling ending. The piano, flute, and many instruments make a full, textured sound. The singing together brings a feeling of ending, as the words talk about holding onto someone in your dreams, even when they’re gone. It’s a beautiful, fitting end to the album, leaving listeners with a feeling of thinking and thanks.
Hello Forever is an album that speaks to the heart. Through its beautiful music, feeling words, and strong singing, it looks at the ups and downs of life. It’s a reminder of how important it is to connect the strength in being weak, and the hope that comes from liking both the light and the dark. Eoin Shannon has made a timeless collection of songs that will stay with you after the music ends. This is an album that truly captures the beauty of being human.
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