Left on Read

Left on Read began as a series of rehearsals, unaware of what they were creating, before thoughts turned to developing a more formal project. “It was a no brainer to start a more formal group with our best mates” the band recalls, “we were just having so much fun”. After making the decision to form a band in early 2020, thoughts quickly turned to songwriting. Steven Tynan had a few songs ready to go and before they knew it they had started demoing, with a very Muse and Queen-inspired sonic palette. As the months and years have come and gone, their sound has developed far beyond those humble beginnings. The bands love for experimentation has allowed them to play with a host of different styles and they already have a varied catalogue of tunes in their locker ready to call on. In 2021, based on four demo tracks, the band was awarded Creative Ireland’s ‘Made in Limerick’ Grant, which helped kickstart the recording of their debut album. “We want them to connect with it” the band says of the listeners' reaction to their work, “Not necessarily take our message from our music at face value but rather to be able to apply it to their own experiences. Most of all we want them to enjoy the tunes and dance, cry or sing along - that’s what they’re there for”.