The intricate, hard-hitting social commentary of Damien Dempsey's words and music reflects the influence of traditional Irish Sean-nos as well as his muscial heroes Bob Marley and Elvis Presley.
He has earned the support and respect of fellow musicians Shane McGowen and Morrissey and those with whom he has recorded including Sinead O'Connor and Brian Eno. Among his many awards, he was named Best Irish Male at the Meteor Awards in both 2006 and 2007.