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The Irish musician and singer-songwriter is going on tour in 2027 to celebrate the 25th anniversary of his debut album, «O». On April 6, Damien Rice will also stop in Switzerland and perform at THE HALL in Zurich.
With his soulful songs and minimalist sound, Damien Rice helped shape the music of the 2000s. In 2027, the Irish musician will focus on a special chapter in his career: To mark the 25th anniversary of his debut album «O», he’s embarking on an international tour that will bring him to Zurich on April 6, 2027. At THE HALL, the audience can expect a concert entirely dedicated to the songs that launched his musical journey.
When Damien Rice released his debut album «O» in February 2002, he didn’t initially expect a long recording career. The album was created at home and was written, recorded, and produced entirely by him. The project was financed by a loan from his father. Rice also received support from a distant relative, the composer David Arnold, who provided him with the necessary equipment.
His career path is typical of a musician who has always followed his own path. After Damien Rice turned down a record deal, he first tried his hand at farming in Tuscany and then traveled through Europe as a street musician. In 1999, he returned to Ireland, carrying nothing but his songs.
Twenty-five years after its release, the songs from «O» have lost none of their significance for the artist. He dedicated the album to a friend, Mic Christopher, who passed away shortly before its release. The anniversary tour brings this music back to the stage and is aimed at both longtime fans and a new audience discovering these timeless songs for themselves.
Damien Rice’s anniversary tour takes him across various countries and continents. In addition to stops in Europe, the tour includes concerts in Australia, Asia, Brazil, and North America, among other places. On Tuesday, April 6, 2027, the musician will perform at THE HALL in Zurich.
Damien Rice has earned a very special reputation as a live performer: His songs don’t feel like mere repetitions, but are reinterpreted and lived anew at every performance. His minimalist songwriting and the raw, immediate way he presents his music make his concerts an intense experience.
With the anniversary of «O», the spotlight turns to an album that laid the foundation for his career and whose songs continue to accompany him to this day.