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Lucy Gaffney | |
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 Lucy Gaffney playing her electric guitar in her home studio, surrounded by amplifiers, effect pedals, and other musical instruments. | |
| Nationality | Irish |
| Known for | Singer-songwriter, guitarist |
| Notable work | Forgive to Forget (EP), Lovestruck (Single), Pitfalls (EP), Easy Come Easy Go (EP) |
| Style | Alternative, Indie-pop rock, lo-fi, shoegaze, slowcore |
Lucy Gaffney is an Irish singer-songwriter and guitarist known for her Alternative, indie-pop, lo-fi, and shoegaze-inspired music. Emerging onto the music scene in 2013 with her first band 'Southern' alongside her brother Thomas, Gaffney has quickly gained recognition for her hypnotic and sensuous vocals, as well as her laid-back brooding lo-fi rock sound.
Biography
[edit]Raised in Belfast, Northern Ireland, Lucy Gaffney showed an early aptitude for music, starting piano lessons at the age of 7. Alongside her brother Thom, she formed the band 'Southern' in 2012 and began busking in Belfast. The siblings later relocated to London, where they performed with notable acts like Jake Bugg and Pete Doherty. Southern gained international recognition, performing at concerts around the world, including a notable collaboration with Burberry in South Korea and Yves Saint Laurent. However, when Thom was diagnosed with a rare autoimmune disorder, they returned to Belfast and formed the band MMODE. Gaffney's musical journey has since taken her from Belfast to Liverpool and London, where she has honed her songwriting skills and developed her unique sound.
In addition to her work with MMODE, Gaffney has launched a solo career and a new slowcore music project called Ghoulgirl. Her experiences in various cities and collaborations with other artists have significantly influenced her musical style.
Career
[edit]Gaffney's solo career began in 2020 with the release of her debut singles 'Can’t Escape' and 'Send Me Away', produced by The Coral frontman James Skelly. Her music has been supported by major radio stations such as BBC Radio Ulster, BBC Radio 1, and RTE Radio 1. She has opened for renowned artists such as the DMAs, Bill Ryder-Jones, and Ryan McMullan or even the famous band Two doors cinema club. Her EPs and singles, including 'Daydream In Tokyo,' have received critical acclaim. Gaffney's music is characterized by its dreamy, hypnotic alt-rock sound and her celestial vocals.
Lucy and her brother Thom have also independently produced and directed music videos for their projects, showcasing their creative vision and hands-on approach to their artistry.
Gaffney has been associated with several labels throughout her career. Her early work with Southern was independent, but the band later gained attention and support from local music scenes. Her solo work and the project MMODE have been released under various indie labels, contributing to her growing recognition in the music industry.
In addition to her solo work, Gaffney has been part of the band MMODE with her brother, contributing to their unique sound and performances. Her latest project, Ghoulgirl, explores the slowcore genre, adding another dimension to her musical repertoire.
Discography
[edit]EPs
[edit]| Year | Title | Format | Released | Tracks | Label |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Sittingbugs | Digital | August 16, 2024 | "lovestruck""sittingbugs""only""lines that i could cross" | Mighty Good Leader |
| 2024 | Pitfalls | Digital | May 3, 2024 | "Pitfalls""Forgive to Forget""Big Love""Locked Up Never Fade""Saw your Chaos" | Nettwerk Music Group Inc |
| 2023 | Daydream in Tokyo | Digital | September 29, 2023 | "Daydream in Tokyo""Just Friends""Make me smile""Boy go""In a sense" | Nettwerk Music Group Inc |
| 2022 | Easy Come Easy Go | Digital | January 14, 2022 | "Easy Come Easy Go""Heartstrings""Ghosts & Giants""Falkner St" | Frictionless Music |
Singles
[edit]| Year | Title | Format | Released | Label |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Peaches | Digital | December 13, 2024 | Mighty Good Leader |
| 2024 | Do u know me | Digital | November 15, 2024 | Mighty Good Leader |
| 2024 | Moments gotten away | Digital | October 18, 2024 | Mighty Good Leader |
| 2024 | Lovestruck | Digital | August 2, 2024 | Mighty Good Leader |
| 2024 | Forgive to Forget | Digital | March 22, 2024 | Nettwerk Music Group Inc |
| 2024 | Big Love | Digital | February 9, 2024 | Nettwerk Music Group Inc |
| 2023 | Locked Up Never Fade | Digital | December 29, 2023 | Nettwerk Music Group Inc |
| 2023 | Next Year | Digital | October 27, 2023 | Nettwerk Music Group Inc |
| 2023 | Make Me Smile | Digital | August 18, 2023 | Nettwerk Music Group Inc |
| 2023 | Just Friends | Digital | July 7, 2023 | Nettwerk Music Group Inc |
| 2023 | Daydream in Tokyo | Digital | May 26, 2023 | Nettwerk Music Group Inc |
| 2021 | Heartstrings | Digital | November 26, 2021 | Frictionless Music |
| 2021 | Star Sign Lover | Digital | March 26, 2021 | Frictionless Music |
| 2020 | Send Me Away | Digital | October 9, 2020 | Frictionless Music |
| 2020 | Can’t Escape | Digital | April 17, 2020 | Frictionless Music |
Further reading
[edit]- Lucy Gaffney on Fred Perry
- Belfast Live: Lucy Gaffney
- Dig With It: Lucy Gaffney: Pitfalls and Highlights
- Breaking Tunes: Lucy Gaffney
- Nettwerk Music Group: Lucy Gaffney
- Belfast Telegraph: Belfast brother and sister indie duo MMODE on living the musical dream
- The Irish News: In the MMODE: Thom Gaffney on Belfast sibling duo's debut album
- Indie Buddie: A Chat With Lucy Gaffney
- The Irish World: They all love Lucy
- The Irish World: Fresh Air
- Wasserman Music: Exclusive Booking Agency for Lucy Gaffney
- Independent Music Reviews: Big Love by Lucy Gaffney
- Brighton's Finest: MMODE Album Review
- Recent Music: Belfast Indie
- Hot Press: Lucy Gaffney shares dreamy new track 'Send Me Away'
- Hot Press: Lucy Gaffney to kick off the bank holiday weekend celebrations
- Hot Press: Lucy Gaffney shares video for brand new single 'Heartstrings'
- Hot Press: Lucy Gaffney on the strength of Irish music
- Genius: Lucy Gaffney Lyrics
- Symphonic: Fresh UK Artists You Don't Want to Miss
- PRS for Music: Interview with MMODE
- Belfast Telegraph: The Return of the Lucy Show
- What the Funk Magazine: Lucy Gaffney - Can't Escape