{"product_id":"cry-before-dawn-open-water-ep","title":"Cry Before Dawn - Open Water EP","description":"\u003cp\u003eCry Before Dawn first formed in Wexford in 1982. Masterfully combining the intensity of guitar-driven \u003cbr\u003erock with the rich heritage of traditional Irish pipes and whistles, this fusion creates a powerful and \u003cbr\u003edynamic sound that sets them apart in the music scene. \u003cbr\u003eThe band has reached incredible heights with two double platinum-selling albums and a collection of \u003cbr\u003eprestigious national awards. Among these, they won “Best Newcomer” in 1987 and “Best Irish Group” in \u003cbr\u003e1989, showcasing their widespread acclaim and popularity across the nation. Renowned for their \u003cbr\u003epassionate and electrifying performances, they gained a dedicated following through extensive live shows \u003cbr\u003ein Ireland, the UK, and the USA, and sold-out Ireland's National Stadium on two memorable occasions. \u003cbr\u003eAfter a break, Cry Before Dawn reunited in 2011, marking the occasion with the release of a “Best Of” CD, \u003cbr\u003ethe new single “Is This What You Waited For,” and a live album titled “Live at the Opera House.” Their \u003cbr\u003ereturn was met with excitement, and they subsequently embarked on tours throughout Ireland and the \u003cbr\u003eUK. \u003cbr\u003eIn 2023, a rejuvenated Cry Before Dawn returned to the stage, performing at key festivals and sell-out \u003cbr\u003eheadline shows across the country, earning rave reviews from the press that celebrated their return. \u003cbr\u003eAs they entered 2024, the band launched an extensive nationwide tour, selling out major venues across \u003cbr\u003ethe country, including two consecutive nights at the Wexford Spiegeltent and three unforgettable nights \u003cbr\u003eat the iconic Whelan’s Main Venue in Dublin. Their explosive performances at prominent international \u003cbr\u003efestivals like Forest Fest and Night \u0026amp; Day further reinforced their status as one of Ireland’s premier live \u003cbr\u003eacts.  \u003cbr\u003eTo coincide with their 2025 Irish Tour dates, the band have recently completed recording their first new \u003cbr\u003ematerial in over 10 years, produced by Grammy nominated Chris O’Brien and Graham Murphy at The \u003cbr\u003eProduction Suite Dublin. A new single “Open Water” will be released on Wednesday June 04, followed by \u003cbr\u003ea 6 track EP release on Friday August 01.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"CBD RECORDS","offers":[{"title":"CD","offer_id":53206816031047,"sku":"TRI-62997","price":9.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"Black Vinyl","offer_id":53206818718023,"sku":"TRI-62998","price":19.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Splatter Vinyl","offer_id":53206820782407,"sku":"TRI-62999","price":19.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0931\/9779\/5655\/files\/67b86a9d03625aad8d461a40d9198f07.jpg?v=1769375886","url":"https:\/\/towerrecords.ie\/products\/cry-before-dawn-open-water-ep","provider":"Tower Records Dublin Ireland","version":"1.0","type":"link"}