Fusing an upbeat sound design with alluring words to make a perfect fit in the Indie-rock scene, singer-songwriter Fergal Nash is here with his latest music video ‘’. The artist has collaborated with Scottish actress April Genadivia to present the song and has completely mesmerized the audience with his indigenous skills. The song spits warmth and heartfelt wordings at every hook and impresses the audience on a genuine level. The accompanying video has been creatively built to match up to the songwriting and keeps the audience pumped up to embrace the overall creation.
Recently our team had the opportunity to share a short conversation with the talented musician and here is what he had to say about his amazing musical journey so far. Read below to learn some interesting details about him.
Daily Music Roll: Tell us something about your music
Fergal Nash: It tends to be uptempo. I’ve always enjoyed the positive energy that emanates from guitar rock n’roll, going all the way back to Elvis Presley, Jerry Lee Lewis, and Chuck Berry, right up to the 90’s a grunge/hard rock sound of Nirvana, Guns N’Roses, and Soundgarden. The song I am sharing is my latest single, the title track from my third album “Golden Sky”. It’s very Nirvana influenced, with a rip-roaring guitar riff, and an explosive chorus. It’s a song about getting through difficult times with hope for the future. The video features a fantastic performance from Scottish actress April Genadivia.
DMR: Please tell us more about your music, genre, and soundscape
Fergal Nash: I try to write songs that hit people, give them an instant boost. My songs generally feature crunchy guitar riffs and hooks, along with punchy drums and bass. I like catchy melodies in the vocals and soaring choruses. Lyrically I tend to delve into the whole area of the thought process in the mind, and human emotion.
DMR: How important are lyrics in the thematic weave of a song?
Fergal Nash: Somewhat. I used to think that lyrics that made some kind of statement was vital. Now I realize that although there is nothing wrong with that, and it’s a great way of expressing an opinion and has produced some incredible songs over the years, it’s also ok to have lyrics that don’t really say anything but work well with the music and are enjoyable to sing along with.
DMR: Which artists inspire and influence you the most to achieve creative accomplishments?
Fergal Nash: Bands: Nirvana, Oasis, Manic Street Preachers, Guns N’Roses. AC/DC, Primal Scream, The Stone Roses, Soundgarden.
Singer/Songwriters: Springsteen, Dylan, Ryan Adams, Josh Ritter, Noel Gallagher.
DMR: How did your creative identity come to be?
Fergal Nash: Through being in a rock covers band called Nemesis in my Secondary School in Limerick, Ireland in the early 90’s. We covered a lot of the bands I just mentioned. Subsequent to that, getting my head down in my mid-twenties and early thirties and turning guitar riffs and vocal melodies into my own original songs. Writing interesting lyrics.
DMR: Any upcoming plans for the future?
Fergal Nash: At the moment I’m concentrating a lot on online promotion, especially with the lockdown situation. I have time to do that from home. I’m working hard on getting my music heard by more people and organically building my online following through interesting content and fan interaction. Once the Covid situation is resolved I’m planning a tour, locally, around Ireland, and hopefully including a few International dates to promote my third album “Golden Sky” released in October 2020. An E.P of new songs could be on the horizon before the year’s out.
DMR: When did you start making music professionally?
Fergal Nash: 2013 That was the year I released my first album “Take It Over”. Once I had accomplished that I knew this was the job for me.
DMR: Do you think live performances are extremely crucial in an artist’s career and why?
Fergal Nash: Absolutely! There is very little income from online sales and streaming, therefore the only way to make any money is through live performance fees, ticket and merch sales, and performance royalty payments. Even busking, which I do a lot of, is a means of gaining income and selling physical CD’s. It’s also the best way of gaining new fans, by far. If you can stand up in front of people and excite them with your live performance there is no better way of grabbing their attention. And they’re way more likely to buy your CD’s and merch if it’s there in front of them on the way out with your songs still fresh in their minds than online, where there are so many other options for them.
DMR: Where do you find the inspiration and drive to make music?
Fergal Nash: Firstly it’s the passion I have for it. I love it so much, merely listening to others isn’t enough for me. I have to create my own. Secondly, I find it’s a fantastic way of expressing my emotions and views on life. I have a lot of stuff going on in my head, and music is my favorite way of releasing it because it combines thoughts, words, and pleasurable sound. And it’s safe (once it’s not too loud!)
DMR: Any tips for an upcoming lot of musicians?
Fergal Nash: Write and professionally record the best music you can. Rehearse until you know the songs well. Then get active. Play live as often as you possibly can. Make a professional video and share it online. Release a single on Spotify and get on playlists in your genre. Network, both online and in person. Set up your social media, interact with your fans by conversing and uploading interesting content. Enjoy what you do.
