Profile photo by Julie Bienvenu
Biography: Dublin-based artist Eric Eckhart made an immediate impact on the Irish music scene with the release of his critically acclaimed debut CD, 'Lost and Found' in May 2006 and by being selected as "Best singer-songwriter" at the Hard Working Class Heroes Festival by Hot Press magazine.
Originally from West Virginia, USA, Eric moved to Dublin 5 years ago seeking change and looking to refocus on his music. Eric's music is a soulful blend of rich melodies, deft guitar playing and poignant lyrics that reflect his American working class roots.
Since releasing his CD, a strong word-of-mouth buzz continues to grow with Eric performing on television and radio, playing numerous well received gigs and getting excellent media reviews.
'Lost and Found'
is on sale at a number of CD shops in Dublin including Tower Records
on Wicklow Street, Road
Records on Fade Street as well as from Eric's website www.ericeckhart.com .
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Reviews: "Best singer-songwriter" Hard Working Class Heroes Festival 2006 - Hot Press magazine
"All seven songs on this mini-album betray a considerable songwriting and vocal
talent... gorgeously realised pop... every track here is a potential candidate
for radio play... a gem" - Hot Press magazine review of 'Lost and
Found'
"Eric is King" - Hot Press magazine feature interview
"This album encapsulates all that is good about the singer/songwriter genre"
- O2's: Making Waves - The Best New Irish Music
"Eric sang us through his life to-date, with no shortage of applause from those glued to their seats before him - "'Lost and Found' is going to be blasting in my car" - Dave Harrington, Radio Producer Dublin's Q102
"A seriously talented individual." - New Music Ireland www.newmusicireland.com
Watch the video for "Katie's Waiting" below filmed and directed by Richie Heffernan.Watch Eric perform below on Blacony TV