ARREN is the radiant, community-driven voice of modern cinematic pop-rock. Clare/Limerick-born and Dublin-based, he operates on a simple musical philosophy: form follows feeling. Using his music as a vault for his heaviest emotions, ARREN processes the weight of love, legacy, loss, and profound growth through his songs, allowing him to be a relentlessly positive, inclusive force in his daily life.

Following a sold-out headline show at Little Whelan’s, ARREN is now preparing for his debut album, Dark Earth, led by the orchestral pop-rock single Thinking About July, releasing May 12th. To celebrate the launch, ARREN is currently bringing his joyous charisma to a high-energy, "song-first" national tour.

ARREN is the radiant, community-driven voice of modern cinematic pop-rock. Limerick-born and Dublin-based, he operates on a simple musical philosophy: form follows feeling. Using his music as a vault for his heaviest emotions, ARREN processes the weight of love, legacy, loss, and profound growth through his songs, allowing him to be a relentlessly positive, inclusive force in his daily life. Anchored by the driving rhythms of Mumford & Sons and the soulful grit of James Bay, ARREN’s sound is a sophisticated collision of emotional depth and triumphant hope.
His dynamic catalog shifts seamlessly to serve the narrative, moving effortlessly from the nostalgic pop-rock drive of “Dreams We Missed” to the warm, romantic folk of “Rising Sun.” This emotional honesty and expansive vision has quickly caught industry attention. Press outlets have praised his artistry, with The Other Side Reviews noting his ability to “combine vintage sounds with modern-day execution,” and McGig Music highlighting work that “captures a universal sentiment with a fresh, engaging sound.” ARREN’s releases have earned airplay on Clare FM and prominent placements on major Spotify playlists, including Goldenplec, FMC’s Made in Ireland, and RaggedCast, while his music video for "It Takes One to Know" peaked at #3 on Pure Magazine’s Fresh Top 20 in Ireland.
Onstage, the contrast between ARREN’s deeply felt anthems and his wildly charismatic, golden-retriever persona truly comes alive. A proven live draw, his performances are high-energy, song-first spaces where the community comes together to heal through the music and laugh with the man making it. His momentum is anchored by a landmark capacity-crowd sell-out at Dublin’s iconic Little Whelan’s, alongside performances at renowned venues like Sin É, The Sound House, and coveted support slots for artists including ALKY, Rob Clamp, and Static Vision.
2026 marks a major transition for ARREN as he prepares for his highly anticipated debut album, Dark Earth, spearheaded by the May 12th release of his new orchestral pop-rock hit, "Thinking About July." To celebrate the launch, ARREN is currently bringing his joyous charisma to a high-energy, "song-first" national tour, proving his anthems are stadium-ready across some of Ireland's most electric rooms:
- May 12th: Little Whelan’s, Dublin (Single Launch)
- May 14th: Róisín Dubh (Top Bar), Galway
- May 18th: The Black Box (Green Room), Belfast
- May 21st: Ruby Molly, Dublin
Poised for a breakout year, ARREN brings a heartfelt, cinematic live experience ready to command any stage.

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ARREN Announces Propulsive Orchestral Pop-Rock Single "Thinking About July" alongside national Irish Tour
The Dublin-based cinematic artist channels the emotional weight of an expiring romance into a stadium-sized anthem of hope.
DUBLIN, Ireland, April 15, 2026 - Cinematic pop-rock artist ARREN will release his new orchestral pop-rock single, "Thinking About July," on May 12, 2026. The single channels the bittersweet end of a love story cut short through a propulsive orchestral arrangement. To coincide with the release, ARREN is embarking on a four-date national tour, bringing his highly engaging live show to venues across Ireland.
"Thinking About July" harnesses the defiant joy of loving someone fully before the time runs out. It captures the frantic, uplifting energy of a relationship in full bloom, while acknowledging the personal growth that comes from loving something that has an expiration date. Drawing on the soul of Hozier, the driving folk-rock of Mumford & Sons, the track breaks wide open with heavy brass and soaring strings, taking inspirations from Florence + The Machine, and embraces the beautiful chaos of a life in transition.
This triumphant sound anchors ARREN’s identity. By putting the heavy emotional lifting of love and loss directly into his cinematic arrangements, he cultivates a fiercely positive, inclusive community. This dynamic translates directly to his live performances. ARREN’s upcoming tour is a deliberate "song-first" experience. Shifting between digital piano and acoustic guitar, the shows highlight the raw power of his pop melodies and his relentlessly engaging charisma, turning the room into a collective boogie and delivering stadium-level impact through pure musicianship.
"The songs hold all the weight so that when we play them live, the room has a shared release of joy," says ARREN. "It’s a fierce, uplifting anthem for anyone who likes their high-stakes romance with a side of boogie. We sold out Whelan’s last year, so now I’m hopping across the country to see if we can do it again. Come on down!"
Release & Tour Information:
- Single Release Date: Tuesday May 12, 2026 on all streaming platforms
- May 12: Little Whelan’s, Dublin (Single Launch)
- May 14: Róisín Dubh (Top Bar), Galway
- May 18: The Black Box (Green Room), Belfast
- May 21: Ruby Molly, Dublin
Important Links:
- Tour Tickets & Info:www.arrenmusic.com/tickets
- Join the Community:www.arrenmusic.com/newsletter
- More ARREN:www.linktr.ee/arrenmusic
About ARREN: ARREN is the radiant, community-driven voice of modern cinematic pop-rock. He writes deeply human songs about love, legacy, loss, and growth, underpinned by an unwavering pulse of hope. He channels his heaviest emotional processing into triumphant, orchestral anthems, establishing him as a relentlessly positive and confident frontman. Influenced by the driving beats of Americana and the soulful grit of modern pop, ARREN creates safe, highly-engaging live spaces where fans connect, heal, and leave empowered.
Media Contact:
Niall O'Leary
Management & PR
hello@moloneymedia.net
086 731 3886

www.arrenmusic.com
www.linktr.ee/arrenmusic

ARREN Announces Propulsive Orchestral Pop-Rock Single "Thinking About July" alongside national Irish Tour
DUBLIN, Ireland, April 15, 2026 - Cinematic pop-rock artist ARREN will release his propulsive new single, "Thinking About July," on May 12, 2026. The track pairs high-energy, accessible pop melodies with a massive orchestral arrangement, delivering a tempo perfectly suited for spring-summer rotation and drive-time pop playlists. To coincide with the release, ARREN is embarking on a four-date national tour across Ireland.
"Thinking About July" bridges the gap between classic heartland rock energy and sharp pop sensibilities. Drawing on the soul of Hozier and the driving folk-rock of Mumford & Sons, the track builds into a sweeping chorus of heavy brass and soaring strings, inspired by the likes of Florence + The Machine.
ARREN brings this confident, stadium-level energy directly to his live shows. Shifting seamlessly between digital piano and acoustic guitar, his upcoming tour provides an engaging atmosphere primed for local station ticket giveaways, cross-promotion, and acoustic in-studio sessions.
"The songs hold all the weight so that when we play them live, the room has a shared release of joy," says ARREN. "We sold out Whelan’s last year, so now I’m hopping across the country to see if we can do it again."

Broadcast & Tour Information:
- Focus Track: "Thinking About July" (Impacting May 12, 2026)
- Format/FCC Status: Clean (Radio Edit and Broadcast WAV available)
- RIYL: Mumford & Sons, Hozier, Florence + The Machine, James Bay
- BPM: 170
- May 12: Little Whelan’s, Dublin (Single Launch)
- May 14: Róisín Dubh (Top Bar), Galway
- May 18: The Black Box (Green Room), Belfast
- May 21: Ruby Molly, Dublin
Important Links & Audio Assets:
- Broadcast WAV Download:ARREN - Thinking About July WAV.wav
- Tour Tickets & Info: www.arrenmusic.com/tickets
- Join the Community: www.arrenmusic.com/newsletter
- More ARREN:www.linktr.ee/arrenmusic
About ARREN: ARREN is the radiant, community-driven voice of modern cinematic pop-rock. He writes deeply human songs about love, legacy, loss, and growth, underpinned by an unwavering pulse of hope. He channels his heaviest emotional processing into triumphant, orchestral anthems, establishing him as a relentlessly positive and confident frontman. Influenced by the driving beats of Americana and the soulful grit of modern pop, ARREN creates safe, highly-engaging live spaces where fans connect, heal, and leave empowered.

Media & Radio Contact:
Niall O'Leary
Management & PR hello@moloneymedia.net
086 731 3886
www.arrenmusic.com
www.linktr.ee/arrenmusic

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The music video for 'It Takes One to Know' made Pure M Magazine's Fresh Top 20 Music Videos and was on it for three weeks, hitting a top spot at #3. Pure also created articles about both the single release and music video release.
https://puremzine.com/arren-releases-summer-indie-rock-single-it-takes-one-to-know/
https://puremzine.com/arren-releases-it-takes-one-to-know-music-video/
ARREN’s latest singles spent some time in these playlists:
IMRO New Music, Fresh Music Contact's Made In Ireland, Black Market's New Indie Rock From Ireland, Other Side's Indie Rock Playlist and more!
The Clonlara musician is gearing up for his highly anticipated debut headline show at Little Whelan’s in Dublin on the 19th of February.
It’s all part of ARREN’s preparation for his forthcoming debut album, Dark Earth. To discuss this further, Alan Morrissey was joined in studio by ARREN.
Listen on SoundCloud
Watch ARREN’s performance here
ARREN was invited on for a Zoom interview with Aaron from Post Burnout Magazine. Throughout the 2 hour interview, ARREN and Aaron discussed the music industry as a whole, mental health and how music affects it, how important collaboration is, ARREN's music roots and promotion of single 'It Takes One to Know'.
https://postburnout.com/the-irish-alternative-artist-arren-discusses-how-collaboration-made-his-upcoming-debut-album-dark-earth-possible/

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x0sdAxVMf4k
ARREN was invited onto the Who Art Thou? Podcast by Barra to chat about how he began his musical career, from writing songs with his friends to beginning his solo musical journey, his latest singles and previous EP 'Ignite', his debut album 'Dark Earth' and working creatively in the AI age.
Listen here