Beggars
Beggars
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The Beggars have a crystal clear Australian song that rings out from the land down under. Renowned acoustic singer songwriters Quinton Dunne, Stuart Day and Renee Donaghey started this Australian band in their home town of Adelaide in 2005. An acoustic, harmony rich and distinctly Australian band, their sound pays homage to its Country Folk and Pop roots but it so much more than the sum of its parts. A sense of identity and place underpins this music of Australia. Their special chemistry has found an audience with music lovers far and wide and is captured on their 2006 debut album “Beggars”. Their shear genius caught the ears of European DJs who introduced them to millions of listeners and put the band on top countdown charts across the E.U. The Beggars stage presence, humor and soaring free vocals have taken them around the world and their self titled CD is now released in 14 countries.
Press:
“Super Australian band Renee Donaghey is a genius.” Bote der urschweiz Lucerne. Feb 2008. [Switzerland]
"Her voice leaves no doubt, perfect.” HAZ Feb 2008 [Germany]
“Stunning self penned song that has already achieved top 10 chart success throughout Europe". - The Latest News Oct 2007 [Australia]
“10/10 I have always said that there's some great music coming from the land down under and this is a fine example!!” Metrocountry May 2007 [UK]
“As individuals they all sing brilliantly, but then, when they sing their song together, it’s amazing!” - Adelaide Bands Oct 2005 [Australia]
The Beggars formed in 2005 when renowned session musicians Quinton Dunne, Stuart Day and Renee Donaghey decided they needed an outlet for the songs they had been writing. They found a special chemistry together and their debut album Beggars was released in 2006. Their unique blend of folk, country and pop stylings with lashings of tasty vocal harmonies has quickly found an audience with music lovers far and wide.
Stuart Day is a highly regarded, ARIA nominated multi instrumentalist, performer, composer and producer, Stuart's CV includes a long list of major national and international festivals and arts companies. His music is heard from the Australian outback to the TV screens, theatre and festival stages of the world.
Quinton Dunne is a journeyman musician whose career highlights range from recording and touring with chart topping artists to literally travelling the Australian wilderness in remote tours through Aboriginal communities in northern and central Australia. As a bass-player, he has worked with Swanee, The Seekers, The Drifters, Normie Rowe and many more! He has also written highly successful musical productions that have been performed across Australia.
Renee Donaghey is a captivating, classically trained vocalist with a voice that rings out with the sound of roots and Country music. She remains an in demand session singer and performs regularly in everything from acoustic duos to cabaret and big band performances.
Join this musical journey with The Beggars and hear what the rest of the world is already tuning into.
Beggars CD [reviewed here by Adrienne Sheerin]
The brand new Beggars self-titled debut CD is a real charmer! The collection of 14 original songs, plus one cover, is a unique collaboration between three very talented singer/songwriters, Renee Donaghey, Stuart Day and Quinton Dunne.
The album was recorded at The Cheese Factory with Kim Webster and produced by Stuart Day. Guest musician was masterful drummer, Craig Lauritsen, with the Beggars providing all other instrumental and vocal parts.
The first thing that strikes you about this debut CD, is it’s variety of songs and warmth of sound. Beggars are an acoustic-based trio with the textures of guitar and double bass interspersed with occasional violin, mandolin, harmonica and subtle percussion. This is a familiar combination of instruments that lends itself to many genres and has allowed the Beggars to display their individual songwriting skills to great effect.
Then there are the vocals. This is definitely one of their fortes. All three members are experienced and competent singers in their own right. However, when they come together to do harmonies, the sound is really something. It’s lush and full.
The styles covered on this debut CD include acoustic roots, country, pop, easy listening and adult contemporary, with one traditional folk song added and a humorous piece of Australiana thrown in. However what Beggars have done, is taken their favourite styles and truly made them their own.
For example, Stuart’s songs, ‘Such a Lovely Day’ and ‘Postman’ have a wonderful, breezy, 60’s pop feel to them with echoes of The Byrds, particularly on ‘Such a Lovely Day’. His other songs like ‘Just a Dream’ and ‘I Didn’t Mean To Make You Cry’ are smooth ‘bossa-nova’ crooners that are pure velvet!
Then there is Quinton’s ‘Hey Momma’. It’s a laid back Beatle-esque number with a very catchy chorus. Quinton also contributes the song ‘Flying’, a Van Morrison style ballad which literally soars, with it’s evocative imagery and poetic lyrics, all rolling over a 6/8 pulse.
Another highlight is Renee’s ‘Letter From You’. This sweet pop song can only be described as an instant classic, with it’s cruisy feel, appealing melody and perfect chorus! Her two other songs on this CD include the gentle, melancholic, ‘Rest In Pieces’ and the dynamic, ‘Preacher, I Have Sinned’.
The only cover on the Beggars debut CD, is a traditional folk song, ‘The Water is Wide’. This song dates back to the 1800’s. It comes from an even older song, a Scottish tune called ‘O Waly, Waly’ that dates back to the 1700’s! The Beggars’ tasteful arrangement brings it right into the Twenty First Century. It’s a lovely addition to the set.
In complete contrast to this song, is the hilarious ‘Kangaroo’. It’s the last song on the album and it’s a pearler! Written by Stuart and the imitable Terry Bradford, it’s aussie-country at it’s finest!
The Beggars debut CD has clearly been a labour of love. It’s a captivating album that should win many new fans for this talented trio.
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