Show Notes
Episode Title: “King of the Road: Eddie Sherlock on the Irish Music Scene”
Episode Description: Join us this week on The Temple Barred Podcast as we welcome Eddie Sherlock — singer-songwriter, guitarist and percussionist, and frontman of The Rattling Kind. Born and raised on the north side of Dublin, Eddie discovered his vocal gift in his twenties, then hit the Dublin pub and session scene before forming the band. 
In this wide-ranging conversation we delve into: The making of the band’s breakout song King of the Road, a lockdown-era project that has amassed millions of streams.  Eddie’s reflections on growing up in Dublin’s vibrant musical culture and how traditional Irish balladry still informs his songwriting.  What life on the Irish contemporary music scene looks like — the joys, the obstacles, the role of places like pubs and session gigs in building careers. The inspiration and story behind the band’s standout single All Around the Town, an anti-violence anthem featuring guest vocals by the late Christy Dignam and Damien Dempsey.  A deep dive into what “making it” means in Ireland today, from streaming numbers to gig life, and how Eddie and The Rattling Kind are preparing for their upcoming album scheduled for early 2024.  Practical tips and encouragement for emerging Irish artists: how to stay true to heritage while building a sound for the modern world.
Whether you’re a fan of Irish folk-rock, curious about the behind-the-scenes of a working Dublin artist, or you’re an aspiring musician yourself, this episode is full of rich stories, insightful perspectives and a fair bit of honest talk about the gig-circuit grind.
Tune in, grab your drink, and join us as we explore the road less travelled in Irish music with Eddie Sherlock.
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