Laois singer releases new Christmas song in aid of Simon homeless charity
Durrow native Davie Furey has joined the Simon Community in bid to raise awareness and funds for the homeless this Christmas
Durrow folk rock singer songwriter Davie Furey is set to release his latest single “Christmas Eve” on the December 3, 2024 across all streaming platforms, raising proceeds and awareness for The Simon Communities of Ireland.
Recorded in Jealoustown Studios, Co. Meath with Producer and Musician, Stuart Gray (Royseven), Davie Furey on vocals and acoustic guitar, Stuart Gray on guitars and keys, and Michael Kerr (The Whistlin’ Donkeys) on the fiddle.
Davie Furey explained: "I’ve written a couple of Christmas themed songs over the years but have never released any of them or included them on my albums. “Christmas Eve” was written in about 20 minutes and recorded in a day at Jealoustown with Stuart.
"As soon as I wrote it, I needed to record it as quickly as possible…some songs are just impatient, I guess. For me, this is a song of reflection and gratitude, whilst also being aware that this time of the year can be very difficult for people.
"All proceeds of the single will be donated to The Simon Communities of Ireland and the great work they do in supporting people facing homelessness across the country."
The Simon Communities of Ireland are a network of independent communities around the country that provide homeless, housing and treatment services to people facing the trauma and stress of homelessness.
The Simon Communities of Ireland works to end long term homelessness in Ireland and ensure that homelessness, where it does occur, is rare, short-term and non-recurring.
The National Office is a leading campaigner in putting forward solutions for tackling homelessness.
The Simon Communities also campaign for more effective policies and legislation locally, nationally and at a European level.
Corporate Manager of Simon Communities of Ireland Aisling McSharry said: ''We are delighted to be partnering with Davie Furey on his Christmas single and hope this will raise much needed funds and awareness for the people facing the issues of homelessness this Christmas Season.
"If you would like to support Simon Communities of Ireland our website is https://www.simon.ie"