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‘Be Kind’ Warren McIntyre Album Launch OranMor – review Pat Byrne

‘Warren McIntyre’s gig to launch his album, ‘Be Kind’ –  a night to remember.’

Special guest Woody Pines, Nashville troubadour in town for Glasgow Americana Festival, kicked off this memorable gig. He entertained the audience with great roots music, his dobro guitar and the unique down home swing he’s made his own.

There was already a great atmosphere when Warren took to the stage. Before the music started the audience listened attentively as the Glaswegian singer/songwriter explained the idea behind the album. The title song ‘Be Kind’, his own favourite, encapsulates Warren’s message about the need for more kindness in our day to day lives.

“It’s important, particularly in these times, where selfishness and greed run rampant, to stand up for others who need a helping hand and to call out against injustice and hatred. More peace and more love please.”

His simple message, sincerely delivered was warmly received and the feel good factor was almost tangible.

Warren’s vocals on the tender ballad ‘Be Kind’ were perfect and the upbeat numbers that followed created a real party vibe; the interplay between the many talented musicians who participated adding to the vibrancy of the gig. Joining Warren on stage were: Jonny Moondial, lead guitar, Heather Phillips, violin, Jonathen, bass, Noel, drums, Chiara Berardelli, piano, Sophie, viola, Jen, cello, Monica Queen vocals and Johnny Smillie, vocals.

It was a very special gig, which left the audience happy and hopefully set on spreading some kindness.

(Photographs by Jim Byrne)

Pat Byrne, October 2018

More About Warren Starry Sky

Podcast: Jim Byrne chats to Warren McIntyre Part 1 – Jim and Pat’s West End Chat
Podcast: Jim Byrne chats to Warren McIntyre Part 2  – Jim and Pat’s West End Chat

Warren, apart from being a terrific performer and songwriter continues to impact significantly on Glasgow’s music scene organising and promoting events at the Seven Song Club, The Tron Theatre and various festivals and charity events such as:

Many Singers Many Songs’ 24 November, 2018 – Maryhill Central Halls, Glasgow

BUY ‘BE KIND’ BY WARREN MCINTYRE

‘Be Kind’ available from available from Love Music Glasgow / monorail music / Assai Records – Edinburgh and Nationally / Internationally from Roughtrade Records Rough Trade NYC. 

Warren Starry Skies will play Rough Trade East, Brick Lane, London on 20th October, 2018

Starry Skies Album Launch, OranMor 6 October, 2018

Note change of venue to OranMor, Top of Byres Road, G12 8QX

Plus support Woody Pines

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