Róisín O facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Róisín O
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Róisín O in 2018
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| Origin | Kimmage, Dublin, Ireland |
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| Years active | 2007 – present |
| Labels | 3ú |
| Associated acts | Mary Black The Coronas |
Róisín O is a talented singer, songwriter, and musician from Ireland. She works with a music company called 3ú Records. Her first album, The Secret Life of Blue, came out in 2012. It was very popular, reaching number 21 on the Irish music charts. People said her music sounded like famous artists such as Joni Mitchell and Kate Bush. Róisín's mother is the well-known singer Mary Black. She has also performed with other musicians from the Black Family band.
Her Music Journey
Róisín O has released two studio albums. Her first album, The Secret Life of Blue, came out in 2012. It was a big success, reaching number 21 on the Irish charts. Ten years later, in 2022, she released her second album, Courageous. This album was even more popular, climbing to number 3 on the Irish charts. Both albums were released by 3ú Records.
Live Performances and TV Shows
Róisín O has performed on many popular TV shows in Ireland. She has appeared on The Late Late Show, The 7 O'Clock Show, and Ireland AM.
She also loves performing at music festivals. In 2012, Róisín O played at Electric Picnic. This big festival even inspired her first single, "Here We Go".
Róisín has supported many famous musicians on their tours. In December 2012, she opened for Lionel Richie during his concerts in Ireland. In the same month, she also supported The Coronas at The O2 in Dublin. She was even invited back on stage to sing "Heyday" with The Coronas.
In January 2013, Róisín performed on The John Murray Show on RTÉ Radio 1. She also joined her mother, Mary Black, on her world tour. This tour included shows in the UK, the Netherlands, the US, Sweden, Germany, and Australia.
Róisín O was part of a special Saint Patrick's Day show in 2013. She performed for President Michael D Higgins at Áras an Uachtaráin. Other famous Irish artists like Bono and Glen Hansard were also there.
Irish Women in Harmony
In 2020, Róisín was part of a special group called "Irish Women in Harmony". This group was made up of many talented Irish female singers and musicians. They recorded a version of the song "Dreams". They did this to raise money for Safe Ireland, a charity that helps people dealing with domestic abuse. This help was especially important during the Covid-19 lockdown.
Her Family
Róisín O comes from a very musical family. Her mother is the famous Irish singer Mary Black. Her brother is Danny O'Reilly, who is a member of the band The Coronas.
