Renowned Hammond organ trio comes to Tuar Ard

Following the release of their new album "Liquid Sunshine" this September, Organics, Ireland"s foremost Hammond organ jazz trio, have gone from strength to strength and this exceptional band are on their way to Tuar Ard on Sunday, November 9, for one night only at 8.30pm. Already with an internationally acclaimed debut album under their belts, Organics have surpassed all expectations when they released this absolute gem of an album. Featuring a balance of original compositions by all three members (Justin Carroll - Hammond organ, Kevin Brady - drums and John Moriarty - guitar) "Liquid Sunshine" also includes some engaging and interesting arrangements this group has come to be known by, such as the classic Duke Ellington tune "Azure", and "Songs of Love", more commonly known as the theme tune to the popular TV series "Father Ted", written by Neil Hannon. Organics have toured Ireland extensively and are regulars at the major music festivals in Dublin, Galway, Waterford and Belfast. Since 2001, Organics have opened for leading international groups such as Gil Scott-Heron in Vicar Street, Swedish piano trio EST, the legendary Herbie Hancock"s "Headhunters" and electronic pioneer Bugge Wesseltoft at The 2005 Bud Rising Festival. A regular feature of the Cork Jazz Festival since 1997, including performing as the house band for the jam session three years running, they were also critically acclaimed for their performance with saxophonist Bobby Watson (Art Blakey and The Jazz Messengers) at the 2004 Cork Jazz Festival. One of the most exciting sounds to emerge from the Irish jazz scene, Organics have established a musical expression uniquely their own. Drawing on influences from the blues to the American songbook to a unique blend of soul and groove, this modern Hammond organ trio continue to compose and perform an original mix of improvised music. Organics have a distinguished - and varied - jazz lineage, including a swinging format with an infectious beat. Tickets are priced at €13/€10 and are available from Tuar Ard on 090 6482042.