Debut single 'Po' is released Oct 9th 2009 on iTunes.
A majestic name for an imperious band. Hailing from Waterford, O Emperor have orchestrated a multi layered, multi faceted sound that betrays their tender years and that, with one giant leap, puts them at the forefront of our brightest talent.
Undertaking all the production duties themselves, the band have created Po, a debut single that ploughs a supremely confident furrow between classic American harmonic pop and the best of British alternative music since the 80's; think Grizzly Bear or The Beach Boys locked in a cupboard with Radiohead or The Cure and you're not quite there.
Impeccably arranged, immaculately performed behind words that evoke childhood fears and adult frustrations, Po proves the band have a genuine streak of originality and self awareness that manifests itself on this stunning debut release.
"Gentle and delicate songs, guided by intricate urgently-picked guitars, grinding electric lines, expansive piano playing, some electronic tomfoolery, and wonderfully harmonised vocals - there’s a straightforward sincerity to the music of Waterford band O Emperor. Sounding a little like the Beach Boys, The Band, and The Smiths being digested by a cannibalistic Lee Mavers from the La’s, O Emperor haven’t even released an album yet and they’re already better than many decades-old bands I could mention..."
HOT PRESS - JULY 15th 2009
“O Emperor sparkled like the jewels in the crown of the Waterford music scene that they are”
THE IRISH TIMES
“Of all the bands I caught last night here in Dublin at the Hard Working Class Heroes Festival, the real standout was this band from Cork, O Emperor that played early on at Andrews Lane. Think FLEET FOXES/LOCAL NATIVES, with various vocalists and the vibe of THE BAND thrown in for good measure. It was warm and personal and genuine, but still has its best music ahead. Give this one some time and some sunlight and it's going to grow into something large”
FUTURESOUNDS
“O Emperor seem uncannily older than their years. Boasting slick production along with meticulous arrangements, O Emperor have ticked off the right boxes to create a post-rock classic”
TOTALY DUBLIN
“Nothing short of genius”
HOTPRESS
“Beautifully polished songs, many of which should already be stamped ‘classic-in-waiting’; each seems to come complete with great verses, hummable choruses and gorgeous harmonies. Why can’t all bands be this instantly lovable? O Emperor are already different class”
fanks very much man.. recorded on same model piano as the one on stage in the pavillion, real sgt peppers vibe to it, done with martin quinn up the country again..
Hey lads, Just wanted to pop by and say well done on all the attention you're getting! Ye deserve it! Saw ye on the view the other night playing Po, great shtuff altogether. We played with ye last year I think when ye were called saviours of space for capriccio soc and thought ye were the best band I'd seen in a while! So all the best with it lads!
try to be the first,
try to be the best,
try to be the one
for the future and for the past;
try to be best,
never be the last
and thank God if He will wants
give you another chance.
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THE INTRAVENOUS MUSIC EXHIBITION celebrates the spirit, individuality
and drive of the current crop of waterford based musicians, from singer
songwriters to agents of electronica, with all types of music
represented again this year.
This years Music Exhibition will take place in Waterford's
Garter Lane Arts Centre for one week.
Lunchtime seminars with special guests & gigs will take place
each day at 1pm .
