INTERVIEW: In Depth with PensEyeView
Posted by The Killdares on Nov 30, 2011
Recently the band hooked up with Richie Frieman of PensEyeView.com for a lengthy in-depth interview that gets up close and personal. PensEyeView.com is an active online blog site featuring some of the best emerging artists, and we are proud to be this month’s featured artist. Wanna know more about the band? Read the entire interview here.
On tour with Hercules Stands
Posted by The Killdares on Nov 14, 2011
We are proud to announce that we have entered into an agreement with a great stand company: Hercules Stands. We now join an exclusive list of other top notch acts like Dave Matthews Band, Ted Nugent, Zac Brown Band, Brad Paisley, Sister Hazel and many more. Read the rest of this entry »
Six Water Grog REVIEW: Up Against The Lights
Posted by The Killdares on Nov 1, 2011
By: Lanny Fields
Published: September 25th, 2011
I had not heard of the Dallas, Texas Celtic rock band The Killdares before I watched their recently released concert DVD Up Against the Lights. The first thing I noticed was the professional look. There’s a polished, modern style to the editing that gives it the feel of an arena rock show. The second thing that got my attention was the non-stereotypical songwriting evident in their originals. I was halfway expecting standard songs about whiskey, murder and politics – you know…Celtic rock stuff – but actually what I picked up on was a 1960′s “smile on your brother” kinda vibe coming from drummer and lead vocalist Tim Smith’s lyrics. Pleasantly surprised. While the lyrics may have a folk-rock bent, musically The Killdares have more in common with Aerosmith or Led Zeppelin. [Read entire Review here]
Opening for Third Eye Blind, Saturday Nov. 5th
Posted by The Killdares on Oct 28, 2011
For the 2nd time this year we will be sharing the stage with popular 90′s alternative rockers Third Eye Blind. And this time we have been given a co-headlining slot on the festival line-up…playing right before 3EB as their opener. Where: Festival at The Switchyard (Carrollton, TX). When: SATURDAY, November 5th. Showtime: We go on around 8:00PM. We are super excited about this show, and you should be too. Why? ‘Cause it’s FREE! Austin’s Bob Schneider will also be there, along with many more Dallas/Ft. Worth local bands. Go here for full line-up and showtimes.
Celebrating 12 Years at The State Fair of Texas
Posted by The Killdares on Sep 28, 2011
Howdy folks! It never ceases to amaze us just how quickly each year passes. And with the smell of Fall (and corny dogs) in the air, once again another State Fair of Texas is upon us. Starting FRIDAY September 30th we will take the stage for what will be our 12th year performing at the biggest and best fair in the country. We will be on the Backdoor Stage (Gate G Cotton Bowl) where we will rock 5 shows a day…EVERY DAY. Yes…you heard that correctly: 5 shows a day for 24 days! Showtimes at 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6PM…and are FREE with your fair admission. Plenty of times to join us on our Celtic Rock marathon!
Midwest Irish Focus REVIEW: Up Against The Lights
Posted by The Killdares on Aug 30, 2011
The Complete Killdares Experience
By Pete Maher, Midwest Irish Focus
Published: August 1, 2011
When I first met The Killdares – at the 2010 Iowa Irish Fest in Waterloo, Iowa – they had quite literally just finished the initial production of this multimedia package at a show in Dallas and they were understandably excited about it. And here we are, just about a year later, and it is very clear to me now why they were so excited.
That is because “The Killdares – Up Against The Lights” is the real deal. Not only is it a full-length concert video, exceptionally recorded, edited and produced – it is also a double CD of just about every favorite Killdares song or tune with a few previously unreleased stunners tossed in there as well. In both efforts, the talents of all band members are exceptionally well showcased.
From the lead singing and driving drumbeats of band founder Tim Smith and the highland piping of Matt Willis to the lyrical fiddle Read the rest of this entry »
