Folk Americana Trio

‘The Raines’ 

debut album “Reverie” 

OUT NOW

Galway-based folk Americana group, The Raines, have announced the eagerly awaited release of their debut album "Reverie," on Friday 24th March. The album showcases the band's deep connection, unique blend of musical styles and features a collection of captivating songs. 

The Raines, comprised of Ruth Dillon, Yvonne Tiernan and  Juliana Erkkonen have been making waves in the music scene with their last five singles going to No.1 in the iTunes charts. 

In anticipation of the album release, Ruth Dillon said “My warmest feeling about working on ‘Reverie’ is the beautiful musical union and friendship built between myself, Yvonne and Juliana. We worked hard to bring an album that is full of connection, textured and melodic but that would also honour our own individual voices and styles.” 

Yvonne Tiernan said “Holding our album 'Reverie' in my hands is very meaningful as it has been a lifetime in the making for me personally having worked in the music industry since I was 17. It’s a joy to be part of a band that works so well together and to have created this collection of music we love is enough.” 

And Juliana Erkkonen said “It has been a such a rewarding experience for me recording this album as I composed and recorded all my violin/strings and vocals in my own studio which I have been developing over the last few years. I am incredibly proud of how it turned out". 

"Reverie" is set to be a standout album in the folk Americana genre, a reflection of female sensitivity, intuition, sincerity and inspiration and showcases the distinct musical style and skill of The Raines.

The album is available on all major digital platforms now

from selected retailers nationwide.

The ‘Reverie’ Tour 2023: 

17th June Galway Folk Festival in Monroes, 18th June Matt Molloy's Westport, 22nd July Forest Fest Emo Village Portlaoise, 29th July Áras Éanna Inis Oírr, 5th August All Together Now, 16th August Whelans Folk & Trad Festival, Clifden Arts Festival on 23rd September and the 30th of September at the Mall Arts Centre, Youghal 

Media Contact: For further information, interviews etc. please contact Gillian Swan at SwanMcG via gillian@swanmcg.com

NOTE TO EDITORS:

ABOUT THE RAINES

The Raines comprises of Ruth Dillon (vocals, guitar, ukulele) who has toured and recorded with the legendary vocalist Dolores Keane, is a former member of The Molly Hicks, and has three solo albums of her own. Yvonne Tiernan (vocals/ukulele/percussion) who has toured the world with numerous bands, most significantly as the lead singer with  'The Chieftains’ and Juliana Erkkonen (fiddle and vocals) has been at the fore front of the Americana musical scene in Ireland and has released 8 albums with a diverse range of acts.

ABOUT THE ALBUM

“Reverie”, The Raines debut album, recorded by Ivan O’ Shea, except Juliana Erkonnen’s violin/strings & vocals which were recorded in her own studio, with additional recording by Cesar Benzoni and Liam King and Justin McCarthy.  Guest appearances from Cesar    Benzoni (Mandolin), Sam Wright (Bass and Bodhrán), John O’Dwyer (Bass), Wil Merrigan (Bass), Cormac Dunne (Drums), Tom Portman (Slide Guitar and Dobro), Justin McCarthy (Slide Guitar) and Liam Bradley (Drums). 

The award-winning Producer Brian Masterson famous for his work with The Chieftains, Van Morrison, Willie Nelson and The Bothy band, to name just a few mixed and mastered the album. 

“Reverie” was photographed by acclaimed photographer Ruth Medjber on location in Cregg Castle, Co. Galway and album design by Ray McDonnell.

TICKETS

The ‘Reverie’ Tour 2023: 

17th June Galway Folk Festival in Monroes, 18th June Matt Molloy's Westport, 

22nd July Forest Fest Emo Village Portlaoise, 29th July Áras Éanna Inis Oírr, 

5th August All Together Now,

16th August Whelans Folk & Trad Festival,

Clifden Arts Festival on 23rd September and the 30th of September at the Mall Arts Centre, Youghal 

Visit theraines.ie for full details and tickets.