Everyone has something they’re passionate about, whether it’s writing, fashion, designing, music, or art, there is something that fuels them each and everyday to do what they love. Today I wanted to write about those very people, one is an artist and the other two are bands, each of them has their own style when it comes to what they do, all three hail from Ireland.
First I want to talk about Barry Jazz Finnegan, if I were to describe what he does in one word it would be, AMAZING. I have never seen an artist like him, the detail that he puts into each and every drawling he does is simply incredible. You can tell that he puts a lot of time into making these beautiful works of art. I have been following this artist for a while now and have become more and more impressed each time a new piece of art surfaces, because let’s face it, not many people have that keen ability to capture what is right in front of them and in so much detail. 2011 saw many works done by this artist, each one better then the last, which is saying something, because each one had it’s own uniqueness about it, so obviously I can’t wait to see what is in store for 2012. To see the depth of Barry’s artistry and to know specifically what I talking about, you need to check out his website, the link is posted below.
Next I want to talk about a band called G.D.C (Gra Don Cheol), lead Cillian Foster. I first came across this band in 2008, when I was just bored one day at my apartment, at school and browsing Myspace looking for some new bands to listen to. That’s when I came across this band, started listening to the song “Everyone” and have been a fan ever since. G.D.C is one those bands that has talent just spilling out of it. When you listen to this band, you immediately know that your listening to something great. It’s just one of those bands that makes you say “Wow”, because it’s not what you expected, but that is always the best kind of band and the best kind of music. One of my favorite songs to date is “Off My Chest”, this song not only has great vocals but a great sound as well, I guarantee once you listen to it, you’ll be hooked.
The other band I wanted to talk about is “The Young Folk“, again this is another band I just happened to come across in my search for new and interesting music. Anthony Furey leads an ensemble cast of extremely talented musicians, they sing the type songs that stay with you. These songs invoke memories and make you think at times, which isn’t a bad thing, great music does that to you, that’s how you know it’s something worth listening to. It’s very hard to put this band into words since their music speaks for itself. Take a listen and you’ll understand what I am talking about.
THE YOUNG FOLK | Way Down South
I was hired for 20 Something as the Creative Director, my job is to find new and interesting things, basically because of background on Fashion. Image consulting is my key job, also keeping up with the latest and hottest trends. But, since I am the Creative Director, I like to look at many different avenues, art and music being one of them. Although, I have only seen Barry Jazz Finnegan’s art on Facebook, G.D.C’s and The Young Folk’s music on Myspace and Facebook and not in person, doesn’t mean I don’t know talent when I see it. These guys have what it takes to make a name for themselves and I encourage all of you to check them out, I guarantee you won’t be disappointed. Always follow your dreams, no matter where they lead you, because when your passionate about something, it is worth pursuing no matter what other people may think.
My name is Lisa Mahon, I currently hold a Bachelor's Degree in Fashion and Retail management. I love fashion it has always been a passion of mine, I also love to write, it's one of my escapes from this crazy world we live in. Some other interests I have are black and white movies, anything by Alfred Hitchcock, books, music, art, scrapbooking, and many more. 
These sound like really interesting artist. I’ll have to check them out.