“I like the sound of the words ‘Sea Sew’…I thought it sounded slightly child-like but not–and very strange,” explains Irish indie/folk singer Lisa Hannigan about how she chose the title of her first ...

After years of singing backup for big-name artists like Damien Rice, Herbie Hancock, and Snow Patrol, Ireland’s Lisa Hannigan has decided to start her solo career. Her debut, though not perfect, ...

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Lisa Margaret Hannigan is an Irish musician, singer, composer, and voice actress. She began her musical career as a member of Damien Rice's band. Since beginning her solo career in 2007 she has ...

Irish singer Lisa Hannigan spent seven years singing delicate backup vocals with her countryman, the popular Damien Rice. But two years ago, Rice suddenly dismissed Hannigan from his band. Now, she's ...