.'Interpretations' Brian's new CD due for release in March 2008

Release Date:Ireland: 7th March & The UK: 10th March

.Track listing

Gaye Get It Right Next Time Answer Me, My Love Let's Stay Together Galileo I Can Let Go Now Stuck In The Moment For The Good Times Brown Eyed Girl Missing You Night and Day You Are So Beautiful Dreaming My Dreams

.Catalogue Number: CURCD 237

.A long time coming but undoubtedly well worth the wait for many, this album will satisfy loyal Brian Kennedy fans worldwide, while attracting newcomers to the incomparable voice and talents of this multi-gifted artist.

His first album to be released in 2008 but sixth in a series under the label of Curb Records, Interpretations is set to give new meaning to the expression 'covers' in the contemporary world of music.

Known for his diversity of talents and an acclaimed songwriter himself, Brian Kennedy has the reputation of approaching a song, whether his own, or another's, with a depth of sensitivity that reaches the heart of the story. His exceptional skill in precisely interpreting the original concept and making it his own, invariably enriches the creation.

This, combined with a unique perfectly pitched voice consistently labelled both soulful and one to charm the angels, provides the recipe for a story beautifully told. His personal comments in the liner notes say it all: "I offer my respect to all the writers of those extraordinary songs. My main concern was sticking to the brilliant melodies and lyrics that were so carefully and masterfully composed in the first place." And indeed, he does.

Interpretations is an inspiring selection of some of the best chart-toppers in the last few decades of popular music. The thirteen tracks, spanning a wide spectrum of musical genres, covered time and again by the most legendary of performers, include eternal classics such as Van Morrison's Brown-Eyed Girl, Joni Mitchell'sinspirational version of Answer Me My Love (especially chosen by Brian), Billy Preston's tender You Are So Beautiful To Me, Kris Kristofferson's nostalgic For the Good Times, Cole Porter's immortal Night And Day; also included are John Waite's Missing You and Allen Reynolds' Dreaming My Dreams. Along with Declan O'Rourke's vibrant Galileo (released as first single), Clifford T. Ward's endearing Gaye and a variety of catchy, upbeat songs, Brian brings to all a fresh touch and new life, ensuring their continued survival well into the future.

Replacing his customary accoustic solo performances with a 40-piece orchestra and some of the best Irish exponents of rock music, Brian joins his co-producers/arrangers, Fiachra Trench (credited for the string arrangements on 'Fairytale of New York (the Pogues) and Billy Farrell (credited with his production and programming work for The Corrs and others), to share their extensive range of talents and mutual experience of performing live with many prestigious legends in the music industry - Van Morrison, Joni Mitchell, Ray Charles, Bob Dylan, John Lee Hooker - to mention a few.

The result is an inspiring and refreshing look at a selection of ageless classics, smoothly and professionally delivered by a team of the highest-calibre artists, each a master in their respective fields of music.

Interpretations is a must for collectors of classic hits or those who simply appreciate a heart-rending story in song, beautifully interpreted.

.Brian's new single 'Galileo' will be available as a download on 3rd March

.Belfast Telegraph - Sunday Life - 27th January 2008 Brian Kennedy on his new album, Belfast shows and missing the chance to work with Jeff Buckley

By Edwin McFee

http://www.sundaylife.co.uk/features/article3376859.ece

The Clifden Station House, Connemara, Co Galway.

The venue is hosting an intimate evening with Brian accompanied by James Blennerhassett on Saturday 26th January.

For tickets contact the Box Office on + 353 (0)95 30303 For venue details go to www.stationhousetheatre.com

Two more Brian Kennedy 'Interpretations' Concerts have been announced:

Thursday 10th April - The University Concert Hall, Limerick Box Office: + 353 (0)61 331 549 Venue details: www.uch.ie

Sunday 13th April - The Cork Opera House, Cork Box Office: + 353 (0)21 427 0022 Venue details: www.corkoperahouse.ie

Also a second night has been added for Brian's show at the National Concert Hall, Dublin. He is now performing there on Wednesday 16th, as well as Tuesday 15th April Box Office: + 353 (0)1 417 0000 Venue details: www.nch.ie Tickets are on sale for both nights.

Blackstaff Sessions

Brian will be kicking off the new series on Tuesday 29th January where he performs along side the Blackstaff Sessions house band and Lurgan duo Cat Malojian. Blackstaff Sessions moves into its third series with eight programmes bursting at the seams with the best musical talent from home and abroad performing in BBC Northern Ireland's Blackstaff studios in Belfast. Tune in at 10pm on BBC Two Northern Ireland.

The Celtic Football Club Charity Fund Annual Sporting Dinner, Glasgow on Thursday 28th February 2008.

Brian will be performing at this key fundraising sporting event of which this year's principal beneficiary is The Big Build - a new Marie Curie Hospice for Glasgow. The Celtic Charity Fund are selling tables only, which can accommodate 10 at a cost of £80 per person and this includes a 5 course meal and entertainment on the night. Management, current and past players will be in attendance, a guest speaker plus an auction and raffle hosted by Andy Cameron. There are not many tables left so they will sell out fast and on a first come, first served basis. If you are interested then please let me know asap and I can try to put a table of 10 together. If you want any further information, please email - jane@briankennedy.co.uk