Damien Dempsey
Damien Dempsey is an Irish folk and rock singer-songwriter recognized for his powerful lyrics that often explore social and political themes. His music combines traditional Irish influences with modern sounds, earning him a devoted following and respect within the music community.
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Damien Dempsey is a singer who has made the Iveagh Gardens a home from home for his performances.
Euphoric crowd revels in ‘summer singsong’ – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2025-07-12
Damien Dempsey is listed among the Irish musicians that inspired Ed Sheeran.
Ed Sheeran has as much right to call himself Irish as The Pogues or The Smiths – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-06-11
Damien Dempsey is mentioned as a friend to whom songs were dedicated during the performance.
Not a dry eye on the balcony for Glen Hansard and Markéta Irglová – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-06-01
Damien Dempsey described Kneecap as 'three young peaceful warrior poets'.
Kevin Rowland supports trio's freedom of speech
United Kingdom· 2025-05-03
Earlier, dozens of artists, including Irish musicians The Pogues, Fontaines DC, Lankum, Christy Moore, Damien Dempsey and Thin Lizzy, have defended Kneecap.
Kneecap videos to be investigated by UK’s counter-terrorism police – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-05-01
Damien Dempsey is recognized as an artist who contributes to the vibrant Irish folk scene.
The freewheeling spirit at the heart of Ireland’s trad resurgence – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-02-25
