Red Sail are based in Dublin. Despite the fact that there are only three members, the sound they create on stage somehow feels much more substantial. Their songs use the simple building blocks of piano, guitars and vocals to manufacture a sound that engulfs the audience and never fails to gain a reaction from the crowd. The guitar effects and organ sounds that are used manage to combine electronic influences with a more traditional songwriting style to form music that feels new and familiar all at once. Their influences range from bands like Arcade Fire and the National to the more folky Fionn Regan and Laura Marling. Rather than emulating these acts however, Red Sail try to create music that is genuinely theirs and does not simply follow the template of other artists.

Red Sail started performing together in early 2011, but are already creating a buzz in the Dublin music scene. They have supported local acts such as Storyfold , Gypsies on the Autobahn and Caruso but also international acts such as Paul Brady. They have played in venues around the country like The Village, The Helix, The Academy, The Workman’s Club, The Grand Social, Sweeneys and Metro17.

With their Paper Cutouts EP being released on May 17th, 2012 should prove to be a breakout year for the group.

"..I'm genuinely excited by Dublin based three piece 'Red Sail'... Their indie-folk sound is simply gorgeous and reminds me a little of a lo-fi 'Belle & Sebastian'..."
- 2 U I Bestow Blog

“Their performances are always genuine… will have your spine tingling and your heart aching…”
- Textures Blog

“A tripod of energy...”
- AaronFromWexford

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