Irish Lights Announce New Single ‘Haulbowline’ – A Haunting Tribute to Ireland’s Maritime Legacy

American Electronic Duo Return with Atmospheric New Release Inspired by Irish Lighthouses

American electronic duo Irish Lights is a transatlantic electronic music duo made up of Benjamin Fox and Gordon Cooper. Their music, heavily influenced by the landscapes and lighthouses of Ireland, weaves together ambient, electronic, and acoustic elements to create evocative soundscapes that explore themes of isolation, nature, and the sea.

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Irish Lights, the transatlantic electronic music duo of Benjamin Fox and Gordon Cooper, is set to unveil their latest single, ‘Haulbowline’. Drawing inspiration from the iconic Irish lighthouse of the same name, this instrumental track captures the haunting solitude and enduring beauty of the sea. Known for their ethereal soundscapes rooted in the mystique of Irish lighthouses, Irish Lights continue their journey of melding ambient electronica with profound storytelling.

‘Haulbowline’ is an electronic instrumental that transports listeners to the heart of a creaking wooden boat adrift on open waters. The song fuses melancholic acoustic guitar with expansive, atmospheric synths, evoking the raw isolation and serenity of life at sea. The intricate textures and Lo-Fi aesthetic of the track mirror the sounds of wind and waves, offering a meditative listening experience that is both desolate and hauntingly beautiful.

Haulbowline Lighthouse, the namesake of the track, stands as a sentinel over the entrance to Carlingford Lough in Co. Down, Northern Ireland. This 200-year-old lighthouse, renowned for being the first in Ireland to be fully automated and controlled remotely, inspired the duo’s exploration of themes of isolation, resilience, and connection to the sea. The name ‘Haulbowline’ itself comes from a Norse translation meaning “‘aunt of the Eel’,” adding a layer of intrigue to the story behind the song.

Recorded across two continents, in Co. Mayo, Ireland, and Detroit, Michigan, ‘Haulbowline’ serves as the first single from Irish Lights' forthcoming album, slated for release in 2025. The track marks a new chapter for the duo as they continue to craft immersive soundscapes that guide listeners through the hidden secrets of the ocean.

Prepare to get lost in the dark waters, but trust that Irish Lights will always guide you home.

About

Irish Lights is a transatlantic electronic music duo consisting of Benjamin Fox and Gordon Cooper. Both artists grew up along the shores of Lake Erie on an island bordering Canada, where their childhoods were steeped in the rugged beauty and history of the Great Lakes. Climbing cliffs haunted by the ghosts of prohibition and The Purple Gang, the pair developed a deep fascination with the Lake Erie lighthouses, a symbol of isolation and strength in the desolate winter months when the seasonal island emptied.

In 2018, Fox relocated to the West of Ireland, where the dramatic landscapes and proximity to the Atlantic Ocean reignited those formative memories. A documentary on Irish lighthouses aired on RTE soon after, and the breathtaking drone footage of these weathered, solitary structures inspired Fox to create his own soundtrack for the majestic scenes. From that moment, Irish Lights began crafting music inspired by Ireland's lighthouses, releasing six studio albums and a live album, which showcase their atmospheric and evocative sound.

In 2023, Irish Lights made their live debut, performing in both County Mayo and Ohio to celebrate their transatlantic roots. Most recently, the duo composed a soundscape for visual artist Tom Meskell’s light sculpture exhibition, The Dream Garden, and performed live at its opening at the Jackie Clarke Museum in Ballina, Co. Mayo.

As a live act, Irish Lights aims to transport their audience into a captivating, immersive experience. With swelling synths, haunting guitars, and pulsing percussion accompanied by bespoke projections, the duo creates an otherworldly, dreamlike sensory journey inspired by the wild beauty of the Atlantic coast.

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