Monaghan internet sensation Jamie Duffy graces the Longford stage on Saturday

“Internet sensation” is an oft abused cliché that aims to impart the immediacy that musical artists can gain from the world wide web.

Originating from pastoral Glasslough in Monaghan Jamie Duffy's roots are as far removed from the image conjured by the information superhighway.

The 22-year-old musician and composer has used his verdant surroundings as part of his identity as he shaped himself as a prominent figure in the music sphere, seamlessly blending traditional, popular, and classical influences to craft a distinctive musical style.

Jamie blends those diverse influences into a music that is beautiful, evocative and unique. His debut single is a piano piece titled “Solas” which means ‘light’ in Irish, and was composed at the end of 2021 in Belfast and recorded live in the iconic Windmill Lane Studios in Dublin.

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Jamie comes to Longford's Backstage Theatre on Saturday, June 8 at 8pm. This event has been programmed by the three local young people - the Backstage Young Curators - (Emer Tyrrell, Daire O'Muiri and Setanta Flood) as part of Lasta Festival - a nationwide festival of arts, curated by young people for young people.

Jamie's live shows have been described as “unforgettable spectacles” for audiences nationwide. The release 'Solas' is a piano marvel that has amassed over 69 million streams on Spotify alone, marking a historic moment in 2022 as the most streamed debut song by an Irish artist since Hozie's Take Me To Church.

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With a staggering 1.2 million monthly listeners, Jamie Duffy is swiftly ascending to prominence, captivating audiences with his soul-stirring compositions.

Jamie's visit to Backstage is an opportunity for local audiences to indulge in a celestial experience amidst the darkness of the Irish countryside with his uplifting instrumental piano composition, and immerse yourself in the cinematic ambiance of his collaboration with Swedish neo-classical composer Peter Sandberg in the haunting track.

Be sure not to miss the chance to witness Jamie Duffy first hand as he graces the Longford stage on Saturday. Secure your tickets now at www.backstage.ie 

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