Description
He may wield an acoustic guitar and write achingly beautiful universal truths, but Ciaran Lavery doesn't conform to the sensitive singer-songwriter archetype. In 2014, Lavery's Kosher EP and Not Nearly Dark album went global, with the tracks 'Shame' and 'Left For America' leading the charge, racking up more than 30 million listens on the Spotify streaming service and inspiring a raft of renditions from other countries.
The plaudits kept coming in 2015, with the release of Sea Legs, a mini-album on which Lavery collaborated with electronica artist Ryan Vail, winning them a nomination for best album at the Northern Irish Music Prize.
Now, his long-awaited sophomore album Let Bad In is ready for release - a record that blends Americana and hip-hop influences in a grainy voice with a deep soul impulse over processed beats and sumptuous strings - whether he's emoting intensely on the plaintive piano ballad 'Sonoma', incorporating found sounds on 'Wilder', or throwing rap shapes on 'Blood Red Fist'.
Introducing samples of old family footage VHS tapes, Let Bad In tells us the story of his childhood and the loss of innocence with age. "There are elements of both my past & present in there. I think everyone envies the child they were, for the fearlessness that they once had & can never really recapture", he tells us. He might not be the innocent 7-year-old that he once was, but that's not necessarily a bad thing. Lavery is not stuck in the past. "I have a ridiculous fear of what might happen if I stop moving," he says.
Track Listing
Sonoma
Okkervil River
The Show
Return To Form
Tell Them All
Let Bad In
Blood Red Fist
Wilder
Failing Light
Train
Details
- Genre: Rock
- Product Type: AUDIO CD
- Barcode: 5052442008859
- Release Date: July 30, 2026
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Delivery Information: We aim to deliver your order as quickly and efficiently as possible. All UK orders are dispatched using Royal Mail 48 Tracked service and the standard delivery times are 2-3 business days. Please note that delivery times for overseas orders will vary depending on your location and the shipping option you choose during checkout.
Shipping Costs: We offer free delivery on all UK orders and free worldwide delivery on orders over £15.
Tracking Your Order: All UK orders are tracked. Once your order is dispatched, you will receive a tracking number via email. You can use this tracking number to monitor the progress of your delivery on the Royal Mail Track and Trace website.
Returns and Exchanges: We want you to be completely satisfied with your purchase. If for any reason you are not happy with your order, you may return it within 28 days of the item being dispatched for a refund or exchange. Please note the following guidelines:
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How to Initiate a Return: To initiate a return or exchange, please contact our customer service team. The team is available to assist you with any questions or concerns you may have about the process.
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If you have any further questions or need assistance, please don't hesitate to contact our customer service team or check out our FAQ’s. We're here to help ensure your shopping experience is enjoyable and hassle-free. Thank you for choosing Chalkys!