Tipperary castle will provide breathtaking backdrop for music show on RTÉ

This Thursday, RTÉ will premiere the first episode in the brand new series of Anam - Songs for Hearts and Minds on RTÉ2 and RTÉ Player at 11pm.

Following the resounding success of last year's inaugural series, the new four-part series kicks off with Carrick-on-Suir’s magnificent Ormond Castle providing a breathtaking backdrop for three extraordinary Other Voices debuts.

Presented by MayKay, episode one welcomes a diverse line-up including musical prodigy Muireann Bradley who brings her captivating roots, country and blues soundscapes to Ormond Castle for an intimate live set. 

Also on the series premiere, Dublin's creative polymath Uly will showcase his unique blend of genres in Ormond Castle’s magnificent Long Hall, with a spine-tingling performance that pushes musical boundaries.

Following the release of her latest solo LP ‘Bright Future’ masterful songwriter and Grammy-nominated Big Thief bandleader Adrianne Lenker makes her way to Tipperary for a highly anticipated Other Voices debut, playing a stripped-back acoustic set of tracks from her extensive and impressive groundbreaking back catalogue.

Anam will continue its musical journey across Ireland with performances taking place in prestigious heritage sites by chart-topping drill duo Travis & Elzzz, rising star Moncrieff, alt-folk duo Lemoncello, viral sensation Sarah Crean, legendary fiddle player Martin Hayes and more. 

Anam - Songs for Hearts & Minds was made possible with the generous support of the Office of Public Works and the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage.

Full details are available at Othervoices.ie.