Irish Rockers The Halez To Release New Single“Share Your World”
On a mission to bring guitar rock to new heights in the Irish scene, Athlone band The Halez are leading the charge.
Debuting in 2024 with single “Charlie”, the Hot Press ‘A New Local Hero’ finalists are quickly rising to the forefront of Ireland’s contemporary rock exports - a fresh treat for fans of The Fratellis, Stone Roses, Kaiser Chiefs and Kasabian.
Following the success of 2025 singles “Coming For You” and “Let Live”, which earned strong nationwide support from Hot Press, Westmeath Independent, Today FM, Red FM and RTÉ 2XM, the band are delivering another, resonant, soft rock anthem layered with meaning.
With delicate layers of string accompaniment and warm call-and-response backing vocals echoing the push and pull of vulnerability and reflection, “Share Your World” is a slow burning confession of inner conflict that The Halez bring to light.
Drawing comparisons to the ambient and more introspective sides of Oasis and U2, The Halez have nurtured a refined, timeless sound that has caught the attention of Grammy-nominated producer Billy Farrell (The Corrs, Eddi Reader, Brian Kennedy), who has also mixed “Share Your World”. Recorded at Ballyrose Media in Co.Roscommon, owned by producer, pianist and audio engineer Wayne Thorose, the single was mastered by the revered Pete Maher (Peaky Blinders, The Pixies, Nick Cave, BBC Introducing, MTV, The Rolling Stones and Eurovision) and features Kevin Rice on violin and viola) and David Doyle on cello.
About the new release, lead vocalist and guitarist Kieran Murphy says, “The sentiment of 'Share Your World”' is about the importance of openness and connection. Encouraging people to seek support and not carry their burdens alone. We want to convey a message of self care through sharing and trusting others”
Proudly wearing their blend of earnest songwriting and rock finesse, The Halez charge into the third quarter of what has been their most exciting year since formation.
BIOGRAPHY
The Halez (pronounced "The Hails") is a band composed of longtime friends Kieran Murphy (vocals), Jerome Sheerin (guitar), Cormac Sheerin (bass) and Eamonn O'Toole (drums). First meeting in Sean's Bar in Athlone (Ireland's oldest pub), the group's chemistry was instantly great, and the pints of Guinness were even better. A good chat over the pub's sawdust covered floors found the members reach a common, overarching objective: "To bring back proper honest music". Now an accomplished indie rock band, it was this fateful meeting of similar minds and personalities that was the beginning of The Halez.
It was after playing a festival support slot for singer-songwriter UMAN (Brian Flannigan), when the band's demos were brought to the attention of Grammy-nominated Producer Billy Farrell, who has worked with acts such as The Corrs, Eddi Reader and Brian Kennedy. Dubbed their "fifth Beatle", Farrell stated about the band's work; “the songs have more hooks than a Russian trawler”. In the face of the fast food/throw away music industry, the band hope to offer something different, something that will stand out, and most importantly, will stand the test of time.
“The main aim is to bring guitar music back. The world is crying out for it now and who knows, maybe we will be the ones to bring it back or at the very least, inspire the next generation to pick up instruments and to form bands and create some good old Rock 'n' Roll. When it comes to the creative process in music, two heads, three, four or whatever number of heads is better than one. The more people, the bigger the connection, the bigger the magic. We want to see more drum kits and guitar amps and less gimmicks. Go wherever you get your music and give us a listen.”
CREDITS
Lead vocals & guitar - Kieran Murphy
Lead guitar & backing vocals - Jerome Sheerin
Bass, piano & vocals - Cormac Sheerin
Drums - Eamon O’Toole
Violin & Viola - Kevin Rice
Cello - David Doyle
String Arrangements - Billy Farrell
Recorded at Ballyrose Media
Engineered by Wayne Thorose
Mixed by Billy Farrell
Mastered by Pete Maher
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