INVOLUNTARY NOISES – THE SONGS OF JODY TREHY
Cracking good songs in the style of Brecht, Bowie, Bernelle and Brel Irish Times
Dubliner Jody Trehy takes to the Edinburgh stage, with a fabulous international line-up of musicians, as part of his new Involuntary Noises album tour.
A seriously talented performer Irish Times
Jody Trehy has been writing and performing inimitable folk-rock songs in Ireland and the UK for the past few years. A performer of singular wit and style, he brings an unconventional and dramatic voice to the singer-songwriter scene blending a dynamic mix of musical and theatrical styles.
Through poetic lyrics; infectious, soulful melodies and socially engaging subject matter, Jody Trehy and guests are delighted to be bringing his unique music to Scotland for the first time.
Joining him on stage will be jazz pianist and trumpeter from London: Paul ‘Sausage-Fingers’ Higgs, Belfast legend Sean ‘Dr. Wu’ Walsh on bass; from Dublin: the world-class Paul ‘Burnin’ Rubber’ Byrne on drums and one of Philadelphia’s finest: Fionan De Barra on guitar. In addition, the band will be joined by a surprise guest or two each night, performing songs from his musical theatre repertoire.
On record Jody has produced two well received EPs: Secret Rose and Presence and one full album: Promise. In 2009, He was commissioned to write songs for the Irish hit comedy: Macbecks, which ran in the Olympia Theatre, Dublin and Cork Opera House. He has also written a musical satire: Eejit Of Love, which was produced and broadcast by RTE in 2012/2013 and runs in this year’s Edinburgh Fringe directly before Jody’s show. 2016 will see him showcasing a new musical work based on an old film entitled: The Boy With Green Hair.
Listings
Involuntary Noises – The Songs of Jody Trehy
Venue: Greenside @ Nicolson Square, Venue 209
Dates: 24 Aug (Preview) 25 – 29 Aug, 18.30
Tickets: £8/£6/£5 (Preview, £6/£5/£4)
Box Office: 0131 618 6967 edfringe.com
Submitted by Amy Creighton
