Monday 6 November 2017

Best of the High Kings 'Decade' Release and More...



'Decade' Best of the High Kings Out Now!

Update from HKHQ: "We are celebrating 10 years of great music and song, and we are looking forward to another 10! Decade: The Best Of The High Kings is out now!"



“Finally saw one of these yesterday”
#Decade #bestof #hk17


A little preview of the new studio recording of Town I Loved So Well.


“Big thanks to RTE Radio 1 for playing "The Town I Loved So Well" from our new album #Decade this morning. #highkings Great reaction from listeners”

You haven't ordered your copy of Decade yet? Don't worry this link will direct you to the various options for your country, whether the CD, download, or streaming is your preference! Please Note: It will only be for pre-order in US stores at the moment. The US release date is 17th November, but you can order direct from the HK Online Store if you can't wait that long!



Irish Music Mag

"Back on the front cover with the boys and hopefully all my answers make for a decent read in the interview. This will be in bookstores very soon.”


“My interview with Irish Music Magazine is on the shelves now. We chat all things High Kings and more." #Decade #hk17

The Magazine is sold outside of Ireland, but if you are unable to find it in your local stores, you may be able to purchase direct from their website.”






Darren & Brian TV3 Six O'Clock Show

Watch Darren and Brian chatting on the couch on TV3's Six O'Clock Show. This is edited highlights of the show broadcast 2nd November 2017.






Darren Interview KCLR

Listen to Darren chatting to Sue Nunn on KCLR FM about the forthcoming Irish Winter Tour.




RTE 1 Ray Darcy Show

“Looking forward to seeing all the gang tonight on the telly! Proud The High Kings will celebrate with Sharon along with Frances Black, Mundy, and the incredible Paddy Maloney.”

“Great to see Paddy Maloney again. Absolute gentleman and legend. Having the chats and laughs." #rte #raydarcyshow


"The bould faces on us
HK's on the telly."


Watch edited High Kings highlights of Sharon Shannon's segment on the show.






Recap on Newfoundland Tour

“Nice to be back in Newfoundland. Amazing scenery.”


Update from HKHQ: “We are delighted to announce that George Murphy will be joining The High Kings as our very special guest on our forthcoming Canadian tour dates. Here is a sneak peek at George and the band rehearsing last week in Dublin! We begin tomorrow at the Arts and Culture Centre - Corner Brook.”


"Checking in from our favourite hotel ever. The incredible Jag Hotel in St Johns Newfoundland." #hk17


Listen to Darren and the lads chatting with Greg Smith on VOCM's Irish Music Show.


“Soundcheck in St Johns, Newfoundland.” #hk17



“St Johns, what a great big fun crowd you were last night. Thanks a lot for coming out and giving us a night to remember.” #hk17 #newfoundland


“Thank you St Johns. Amazing second night here.” #newfoundland #hk17




Tour Dates

“Our biggest HK tour yet will kick off in my home town MOONCOIN!! After all these years I will finally get to sing once again at home. I could not be any happier and proud. Thanks so much to Lucy, Tom, Nicola and all at Mooncoin GAA for making this happen. This tour is a celebration of our first 10 years performing around the world and it promises to be very special.”



New November dates for Holland and Belgium announced!



Germany Calling! Delighted to announce we are coming back in February! All shows are now on sale!!



Check out the High Kings website for the full tour schedule and any new dates being added, as well as ticket info at https://www.thehighkings.com/tour-dates


Finally From Darren

“Wow Mooncoin! That is unreal. Sold out in 2 days! Massive thanks to everyone at home.”
#home #hk17



“Singing for The Gooch tonight
Great night so far.” #colmcooper #testimonial #hk17



“Very sad news tonight. Eamonn Campbell has passed away. A lovely gentle man and a true Dublin legend. Rest in Peace Eamonn. The session is only kicking off up there now. Thanks for the music.” #dubliner



A high quality recording of Darren 'Elvis' Holden performing Leaving of Liverpool in Boston.