I had a great time performing two concerts in Derry in December. The venue was a beautiful 'wee' church on the walls, St. Augustine's. Wonderful band with Suzanne Savage (vocals), Johnny Taylor (piano) and Rod Patterson (bass). Thanks so much to the great promoter Music Capital for hosting us, it was a blast! More concerts … Continue reading Joni Mitchell Tribute in Derry
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New Penji album out October 25th
I am very delighted to announce that my new Penji album 'Future Nostalgia' will be released on all platforms on October 25th. The seven tracks showcase my ability as a beatmaker and one of Ireland’s leading jazz guitarists. Created with the support of The Arts Council, for this album I explored themes of alienation and … Continue reading New Penji album out October 25th
Showcase at Arts Council Festival Makers Conference 2023
The Arts Council have invited That's Life to showcase our band Electric Dreams at this year's Festival Makers Conference! The event will be in Galway Rowing Club on May 11, hope to see you there!
IMC Navigator Residency
Very happy to announce that I have been chosen for an artist residency at The Courthouse Arts Centre in Tinahely, Co. Wicklow! https://www.improvisedmusic.ie/whats-happening/news/four-artists-chosen-for-imcs-navigator-programme The 14-day Navigator Jazz Residency programme is run by Improvised Music Company and it offers jazz and improvising musicians professionally remunerated time and space to develop and perform work, while building relationships … Continue reading IMC Navigator Residency
Improvised Music Company 30/30 platform
It is a huge honour and privilege to announce that I have been chosen by Improvised Music Company for their 30/30 platform! IMC is Ireland's national promoter of jazz, improvised and ethnic music and a resource organisation for Irish and Irish-based jazz musicians. To celebrate 30 years in existence IMC has chosen 30 leading improvisers … Continue reading Improvised Music Company 30/30 platform
Agility Award for Penji
I'm very thrilled to have been awarded an Agility Award by The Arts Council! For this project, I will be doing some field recording around Lough Corrib, Co. Galway and using nature sounds and ambient recording to make some new Penji tracks.
‘New Arrival’ – In Flow album launch
Very proud to be finally launching 'New Arrival', the album of new original music composed and performed in collaboration with In Flow gamelan ensemble! Also launching on the night is the wonderful documentary on the project by AMW Visual. This Wednesday 25 May, 7pm at Nuns Island Theatre A lot of work has gone into … Continue reading ‘New Arrival’ – In Flow album launch
Aengus Hackett Trio – Agility Award
Some great news - The Arts Council have awarded me with an Agility Award to compose some new works and develop them with my trio! I will be honing in on free improv, a great passion of mine. It's an absolute privilege to work with Matthew Jacobson and Derek Whyte, truly two of Ireland's most … Continue reading Aengus Hackett Trio – Agility Award
MISP Recording Grant awarded for trio album
Fantastic news - I have been awarded the MISP Recording Grant! Very chuffed about this. This will support me to make an album next year with the Aengus Hackett Trio, with some of my favourite musicians; Matthew Jacobson and Derek Whyte. Huge thanks to First Music Contact and Department of Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport … Continue reading MISP Recording Grant awarded for trio album
‘A Life Lived’ – second video of new series
Here is 'A Life Lived', the second video of my new series of compositions.I don't usually share personal matters on my website, but this needs an introduction. The pandemic and lockdown have been tough on everyone, and I had the added sorrow of my father passing away last April. I composed these pieces mostly during … Continue reading ‘A Life Lived’ – second video of new series