Yenkee is now based in London, but it’s where he was raised on the Northside of Cork City in Ireland where he developed his admiration for simplicity and his love for music. “Being Irish, you are always brought up around music and song. It’s so ingrained, you can’t avoid it”. It’s this immersion that bred inspiration from a diverse array of artists. Arthur Russell’s versatility, Dolly Parton’s timeless songwriting, Manu Chao’s eclectic style, Talking Heads’ playful spirit and Fionn Regan’s graceful depictions of Ireland all play a role in who Yenkee is today.
His early projects, marked by an experimental spirit and a penchant for blending genres, laid the groundwork for what would become Yenkee. The transition to a solo career allowed him to fully explore his artistic vision, leading to a widely loved series of singles and EPs that garnered him placements on TV series’ Normal People and Conversations With Friends and finding fans in people like Florence Pugh.
