In their own words….
My name is Eimear Crehan, although I go by the stage name of Eimear Fox, or Fox.E. I am 29 and I have lived in Kildare for the past 10 years. I am a single parent to my wonderful little boy Jamie, who is 12 this year. I have been writing music for the past 12 years or more, but I have never really been in a position to get my music out there until now. I have over 30 finished songs (and many others that are half done!). I mainly play music with my sister Claire who is an amazing pianist. I also work with a drummer, bass player, guitarist and double bass player. The reason I am only getting out there now is because I have been working very hard over the past few years with raising my son and getting a masters degree in college. I have been studying in Maynooth University for the past 5 years – I did an undergrad in music, followed by a hdip in Youth and Community work, and am currently writing my thesis for my masters on the area of early school leaving in Ireland. I am also the director of both the NUI Maynooth Gospel Choir and the Maynooth Gospel Choir and these are both huge projects. The University choir has raised over 40,000e for local schools and organisations over the past few years under my direction, and the Maynooth Gospel Choir (a.k.a the Electric Gospel Choir) is on a national tour with Jack L until May, so as you can imagine things can get very busy. Other work I have been doing includes writing an original musical with young people in Kildare, this musical is called Proper Preggers and has just finished showing in Ireland and is going to Scotland in July. I also direct musicals and pantomimes in local schools and community projects.
Over the years the option to gig or really try and promote myself was not there as I have always been so busy with other projects and I have had to work as much as possible in order to support my son and support myself through college, however now I really feel that my time has come and it is time to get my music out there. In some ways I am glad that I have had a few extra years to really work on my style of singing as it really does have its own unique qualities that have taken a while to perfect. I often do small gigs for family and friends and regularly do spots in the college and around my area. I really enjoy this and I know that now I need to take it further. I am playing at a number of festivals this year and I am really hoping to get my music out there and really show people what I can do. Tour with Jack L has shown me that I am really ready to branch out on my own and put all my experience to good use!
I am often told that the experience of my music is one that is best seen live as it has a visual story-telling aspect to it. My music is soulful and jazzy, while being slightly cheeky and raunchy at the same time. The music is driven by piano and can have a cabaret style to it on occasion. My history in gospel music definitely comes across as I have quite a big voice, although the use of dynamics is of huge importance to my style of singing also. I would like to think that my songs tell a story that leave the audience entertained throughout – I feel my life experience comes across in my music.
Well done Eimear. Fine voice and fine accompaniment, telling a fine story.
Well done Eimear,
Sounds great.
Best of Luck
Amazin, love it!
Fantastic voice Eimear. Best wishes. Ash
Lovely Eimear
Loved this song since first heard it on MySpace.
Best of Luck Girl
Rooting for you all the way xxx
Eimear has the most amazing voice we ever heard! What a talented girl!!! Best of luck, love Claire and Mark xx
Eimear Fox – Bitter or Better
Absolutely amazing song, beautiful powerful voice. Well done Eimear! L xxx
Eimear – this is class. Best of luck – you deserve it! You’ve done so much and ‘touched’ so many that it’s time for your returns 2+fold. Elms xo
Unreal!!!! your music is fantastic, i love it!! Go Foxy
Ya sound great Eimear.. best of luck!
Brilliant song too
Legend!
ROCK IT EIMZ!!!! xxxxxxxxxxx
Love it, absolutely, love it,
such a beautiful melody accompanied by wonderful lyrics.
Woooo Go Eimear!
Absolutly amazing voice…Inspirational!!
Good Luck xxx
Sounds brilliant. Lots of soul. That’s what we need these days.
Well done Eimear. We are proud of you
I was deeply touch. So Sweet!
Loved it, Eimear! I hope u win.
Hi Eimear,
I saw you directing at the “Gospel Rising Gig”! I thought you were so lovely to all of them. Your own music sounds lovely also. Best of luck to you
wow eimear you sound fab best of luck doll x
sounds brilliant!! Best of luck you really deserve it!
wow! actually properly listened to the lyrics its such a lovely song very inspirational! no doubt you’ll go places!!! can’t wait to hear more! xx
Wow Eimear, fantastic – best of luck in the competition!
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You are a musician to the tips of your toes, Eimear! Fabulous music and a huge and inspirational personality! All the very best.
Amazing person with an amazing voice! best of luck!! xxxxx
Good stuff Eimear!
Eirmear I am so impressed. You are so talented I really hope your dreams come true.
Hi Eimear
Well done! Its a great piece of work! I miss the NUIM Gospel Choir so much!!! It was such a great help and inspiration during my time in Ireland, which was sometimes really tough, but music helps! It gives you energy, heals your soul and makes you happy! Thanks for the great time and year (times goes by, it’s almost 2 years passed!!!) I hope you keep an eye on the Austrian Jodel Teddy and that u have still fun with it!
I wish you the very best and hope you music will be heared out there (and not only Ireland, there is no limit for music!!)
Send u all the best and hugs and kisses!
Sibylle
Best of luck Eimear! You have an amazing voice and such a lovely way with people. Good luck with all you achieve.
Maeve
Wow.
Brilliant Eimear. I really love your voice. Best of luck. Yvonne
Excellento oh eimearoso.
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SP
Eimear, your song is beautiful. Amazing voice. Well done x x
lovely song, best of luck x
Brilliant. You’ve got my vote love xx
great voice…best of luck!
An absolute pro and a joy to work with!
Nice one Eimear! Quality recording too
Hi Eimear, just heard your song and I am so impressed. Claire blew me away years ago with her voice and now you have done the same. We were so proud of you here anyway and even moreso now. I only hear good things about you and you deserve to be acknowledged not only for your talent but for who you are. All our Love – Kevin, Lucy, Josh and Shannon xxxx
best of luck!
Well done Eimear – great song – best of luck.
Best of luck
It makes my bosom swell with pride when I hear it. You sound amazing!!
Beautiful, keep it up…
Eimear deserves to win this prize she is so talented has a great voice great performing
Eimear, Absolutely Fantastic!! Keep doing what your doing….amazing. Wish every bit of luck you deserve.xx
Lisa
Amazing song. hope it works out for you, you deserve it. Best of luck. x
brilliant singer wow!!!
Oh, Eimear, that’s so lovely!