The Brilliant Trees

The Brilliant Trees are an Irish rock band from Dublin. Formed in 1990 the band consists of:

*Alan Hoey (lead vocals guitar)
*Tony Barrett (guitar)
*Sid Barrett (bass)
*Dave Farrell (drums)

Information

Their first single "Home" by itself should have made this band an international sensation, ?The band got back together for a reunion gig in April 2007. The gig its self was outstanding and seen the band play a set of over 20 songs. More importantly it got this excellent song writing team back in the studio together. We should expect a new release from the Trees in 2008.

Check them out herewww.myspace.com/keithsproductionwww.myspace.com/brillianttrees

Reviews..."Boston Pheonix - "If you put Billy Bragg, the Smiths, and the Jam into a blender, you might begin to describe the Brilliant Trees (from Dublin). Alan, the lead singer, has a voice that should melt the hearts of many."

Hot Press - June 7 2000 Single Of The Fortnight #2 Brilliant Trees 'Let It All Go' "For the guts of a decade, these guys have been releasing pristine pop music that, for one reason or another, failed to get the attention it deserved - 'Talent' is one of Ireland's most underrated singles ever.

while their predominantly jangly guitar rhythms chime in pop perfection worthy of the La's. But rather than merely revive a wilting genre, the band branches out beyond the guitar-washed pale with the poignant piano-driven ballad "Dance to Your Persuasion" and the Buzzcocks-like blitz "Family Matters." Allowing glimpses of inspiration barely tapped on Wake-Up & Dream, the Brilliant Trees hold promise that they, like the once-ether-steeped Blur, will foray into ventures as anticipated as they are unpredictable. --Beth Massa What a refreshing listening adventure for those ears tired of the generic, commercial radio sound being indulged by the major labels today. Wake Up & Dream is the second independent release by Dublin's janglemeisters, Brilliant Trees, proving them to be masters of effervescent guitar pop. They're still taking simple, catchy and harmony driven songs with subtle yet profound lyrics as their template. The title track, "Like You A Lot, Love You a Little", remains a great single with its swirling guitar melodies and lush vocals, along with "If You Stay" and the intoxicating love song "Heartstrings. The keyboard-kissed acoustic alternative, "Dance To Your Persuasion" and the Beatle-esque "Girl I Used To Know" evoke innocence. But then there's a sharp whiff of Buzzcocks every so often, especially on "Only Us" and the hard-hitting "Family Matters". Musically, it whizzes and zooms with exuberant intensity. Lyrically, theres's plenty of depth and social commentary for the thoughtful listener. These four musicians create a powerful collection of pure poetry brimming with intensity and intelligence, sure to seduce any listener. It's power-pop at it's best - don't miss this one. About the Artist The four members of the Brilliant Trees share a passion for guitar-driven "power pop" music with subtle yet profound lyrics, drawing upon their early influences - The Smiths and The La's. Their "jangley" pop guitar style has led to comparisons with the early work of Blur but as they have matured as musicians, they have developed a unique style all their own. The band took their name from David Sylvian's first solo album, Brilliant Trees. Sylvian's themes of growth, earth and life inspired them. While their songs do not preach, the thoughtful listener will find social commentary evident in all of their work. The Brilliant Trees released their first single, "Home" in 1993, a bittersweet song about the rebuilding of Dublin which became a top ten hit on the Irish charts, and their debut album, Friday Night released in Ireland in 1996 featured their pop hit "Talent". Following with the release of an EP in October of 1997, the title track "Heartstrings", an intoxicating love song, became an instant classic and moved the band closer to their present sound. The release of their 2nd album, Wake Up & Dream, establishes the Brilliant Trees as serious artists. Members of the band called the Georgia mountains home for one month while recording this 2nd album. Recorded on analog equipment, the rich, warm sound was enhanced by mixing all tracks on a vintage Neve desk. This recording features the collaboration of the band with two American producers and various session musicians, most notably Joey Huffman, formerly of Soul Asylum and currently performing with Matchbox 20, who sat in on piano for "Dance To Your Persuasion". The band has been busy promoting the release of Wake Up & Dream in Ireland and around the world, performing at the prestigious Midem International Music Market in Canne, France in January and also at the SXSW Music Festival in Austin, Texas this past March.

Discography

Albums

*"Friday Night" (1996)
*"Wake Up and Dream" (1998)
*"Like You A Lot, Love You A Little" (2002)

Singles

*"Talent"
*"Home" (1993)
*"Heartstrings" (1997)
*"Dance To Your Persuasion" (1998)
*"Let It Go" (2000)
*"Heartstrings" (2002)"