Backstory:
Candid Honour was born in the heart of Dublin, Ireland in 2010. The band was initially formed by a trio of high school friends – Sean O’Connor, Kieran Murphy and Paddy Sullivan, who shared a love for music and a dream of expressing their unique blend of traditional Irish sounds with modern rock and pop. They started playing gigs in small local venues and quickly gained popularity in their community. Their music touched the hearts of people, making them laugh, cry, and most importantly, reflect.

It was in 2012 when they were joined by talented drummer, Fiona Doyle, who brought a new energy and rhythm to the band. With Fiona, Candid Honour evolved, their music deepened and their popularity spread beyond the borders of Dublin. The band released their first album in 2014, which was a major hit and gained them a solid fanbase across the country and beyond.

Genre: Celtic Rock/Pop

Title: “Shadows of the Dawn”

Full song lyrics:

(Verse 1)
G C D G
In the quiet whispers of the morn,
Em C G D
Under the delicate kiss of the dawn.
G C D G
Walking on the path we’ve sworn,
Em C D G
In shadows of the dawn, we’re reborn.

(Chorus)
G D Em D
In the heart of the emerald isle,
C G D G
We march to our destiny, mile by mile,
G D Em D
In the shadows of the dawn, we smile,
C G D G
For the love and honour, we’d go the extra mile.

(Verse 2)
G C D G
Through the misty hills and the flowing stream,
Em C G D
We chase our elusive dream.
G C D G
In the flickering light’s gleam,
Em C D G
In the shadows of the dawn, we gleam.

(Chorus)
G D Em D
In the heart of the emerald isle,
C G D G
We march to our destiny, mile by mile,
G D Em D
In the shadows of the dawn, we smile,
C G D G
For the love and honour, we’d go the extra mile.

Fan Testimonial:
“My name is Molly O’Reilly. Candid Honour is my favourite band because their music resonates with my soul. Every chord, every lyric they sing seems to echo my own thoughts and experiences. Their music helps me to express my deepest emotions, the ones I struggle to put into words. Shadows of the Dawn is a song that I hold close to my heart. It speaks of determination, love, and resilience – characteristics that define every Irish heart. Candid Honour isn’t just a band; they’re the voice of the everyday Irish people like me.”