INTRODUCING KIRKS & COMPANY
ALL ABOUT KIRKS & COMPANY
Formed by three siblings, a cousin and two friends, Kirks & Company are a six-piece folk-rock band based in Sydney’s Inner West. The group blends the traditional music of the Kirk's Irish heritage with lush vocal harmonies, multi-layered arrangements and epic industrial atmospheres, crafting poetic ballads of spiritual exploration and psychological angst. From its embryonic phases on the regional folk festival circuit to the present day, the band’s unique, cinematic sound and thoughtful lyricism have captivated audiences and won the group a loyal following of true believers. Kirks & Company released their debut EP Lamentations on October 22nd 2021. Get in touch to learn more about the band, their story and their ongoing activities.
BAND MEMBERS
THOMAS KIRK
Bass. Production.
ANNA KIRK
Creative Director. Lead Vocals.
DECLAN KIRK
Lead Guitar.
AODHAN KIRK
Banjo. Percussion.
NICK BARRY
Rhythm Guitar.
ROBERT VAN GEND
Fiddle.
LISTENER REVIEWS
triple j Unearthed
BRJWICK
"Wow. What an ethereal journey Maron takes you on. I feel like I've been transported to a misty, alluring wood, drawn along on an adventure full of mystery and intrigue. Every element of this song is so delicately and deliberately weighted. What a gift."
KATE FREEO
"I think this is my favourite song from this band!! All their creations are amazing, but the lyrics of this are just genius and the harmonies between the singers and so so dreamy. Can’t wait to hear more from them. The songs draw you in and leave you feeling all of the feelings!"
AHITCH
"I started listening to this track about a week ago and I CANNOT STOP! There's nothing else quite like it. Amazing instrumentals, gorgeous harmonies and an awesome beat. Can't wait until Kirks & Co release a whole album's worth of this kind of music!"
GABRIEL PARIS
"This is so beautiful! Your voices sound absolutely stunning together, mix that with amazingly thoughtful songwriting and you've won me over <3"
MON VG
"This track is my vibe. Lilting vocal harmonies, gorgeous strings and folky, relaxed sound that's the perfect accompaniment to cooking, reading, staring off into the distance contemplating the future of the world... you name it, it's the perfect background to any activity. This is my go to song."
ANNA HARRISON
"This song is genuinely a treat for the ears and the soul! A perfect eerie and yet warm sound for when you’re feeling nostalgic, driving somewhere far away or just reflecting on the rain outside. Absolutely loved this song!"