Time To Sail

"Time To Sail" heralds the launch of an exciting new talent in Eilis Kennedy. The album was recorded in Kennedy's home town of Dingle in County Kerry and features a host of highly respected Irish musicians including Maire Breathnach, Jon Sanders, Virginia McKee, Philip King, Steve Coulter, Barry Phillips and James Blennerhasset. The album represents the fusion of traditional Irish and English songs arranged in a modern and innovative way and sung by a bright new talent. It has all the qualities to establish Eilis Kennedy as an exciting new voice on the traditional music scene at home and abroad. The album received a 4 star review from Siobhan Long in The Irish Times who referred to it as "A spectacular solo debut - a magnificent collection". Hot Press called the album "An engaging mix of traditional and contemporary" while Irish Music Magazine herald Eilis as "A major vocal talent".