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Released: Jan 1, 2009
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  • Genre: Country / Folk Rock / Pop

    Location Galway, IE

    Profile Views: 40170

    Last Login: 2/9/2011

    Member Since 8/31/2006

    Website marcroberts.ie

    Record Label CID Records

    Type of Label Indie

  • Bio

    Ever since the day he mesmerised the audience at his local school concert singing Don McLeans American Pie, Marc Roberts was destined for stardom. It was the spontaneous burst of wild applause from parents and friends in his hometown of Crossmolina, Co Mayo, that sowed the seed for his love of performing. Marc was bitten by the showbiz bug that night, but never imagined that by 1997 he would be representing Ireland on the international stage, singing in the Eurovision Song Contest before 300 million TV viewers. He came second with Mysterious Woman, and it officially launched his career as he went on to perform on top TV shows that included the Late Late Show, Richard & Judy, Open House, and the Kelly Show. Since the glory days of Eurovision, Marc has been carving out a lifestyle as a live performer, singer/songwriter and even finds time to host a popular Saturday afternoon radio show on Galway Bay FM. He has enjoyed critical acclaim for his tribute concert to the late John Denver, who is one of his influences along with other singer/songwriter legends like James Taylor, David Gates, Dan Fogelberg, Janis Ian and Carole King. Marc has also become a mentor to his showbiz pal Daniel ODonnell, guiding and encouraging the superstar to become a songwriter. Realising that Daniels turn of phrase had a lyrical quality, Marc coaxed him into co-writing songs with instant success. The fruit of their partnership had led to several ODonnell/Roberts songs appearing on Daniels recent top-selling albums. With the singer/songwriter now back in vogue, thanks to the popularity of artists like David Gray, Marc has now released his third album called 'Once In Your Life'. The album, like his others, establishes Marc as a writer of classic songs. They are rich in emotional depth and bursting with heartfelt sentiment. They are songs of love and the politics of personal relationships. They trail through the trials and tribulations of life, offering hope and inspiration. Marc s songs mirror our own life and times. Blessed with a creative mind, Marc has the added good fortune of possessing a honey-combed voice, which is a perfect vehicle for his compositions. There is a Daniel ODonnell connection on Meet Me Half Way. One of the albums stand out tracks, When I Found You, was co-written by Marc and Daniels then bride-to-be Majella as a surprise love song to her husband on their wedding day. Now its one of the most requested songs on Irish radio. Marc has finally come of age as a songwriter with 'Once In Your Life'. He has found his way both lyrically and musically. Now its time for us to sit back and enjoy his wonderful talent. .. ............Myspace Layouts.. - ..Myspace Editor.. - ..Hot Comments.. - ..Image Hosting.... .. .... ...... ....

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  • Influences

    John Denver, James Taylor, Jim Croce, Dan Fogelberg, David Gates

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