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Thu, 16 May 2013 23:59:18 GMT

This website is soon to close. To continue to follow Si please visit Si's new band El Born, on the below link.

El Born

Thank you for your support,

Admin

Personal Message From Si Connelly

Fri, 10 May 2013 22:24:50 GMT

Personal Message From Si Connelly.

Okay so I'm writing this on a train right now, That's what my life's been like recently having to learn to multitask which for those of you who know me is know that is impossible.
Firstly I would like to thank everyone that came to last nights Sell Out show at The Troubadour, it was the best performance and audience we have had yet!
Those people who came to last nights Troubadour show will already know this new news but for those who couldn't get a ticket here it is.

Basically after much consideration and head scratching I am happy and very please to announce that I, have become a We.

From this moment on I am no longer going to be a Singer-Songwriter.
I am now in a Band and we are called El Born.

After completing my Debut Album earlier this year it felt right to release it as a Band rather than as a Solo Artist and as I have had a wonderful band with me over this period it felt like the exciting way to deliver my songs to you.

I have been a Singer-Songwriter since I was 13 and that has taken my music and me to so many great and sometimes dark places.

My record is an alternative rock album and it didn't fit the tired bones of a Singer-Songwriter which is why I've been trying to find a "thing" I can become to magnify what is already a great debut album.

Then I was inspired by three things: 1. El Born is one of my favorite places in the world. El Born is a district in Barcelona.
2. An abstract art piece by American artist Michel Keck. The second I saw this emotive work of Michel's I could hear and see the entire career of a new band called El Born (Michel has kindly given me permission to use her work) and 3. El Born kind of means New Birth, which is what it feels like to me.

I want to thank all the Musicians, Fans, Managers, All the record label guys and all of the people that have stuck by me on this long, long, long path.
I won't ever give up as to me It's not about fame or TV shows, it's about making my music and writing 100% of it, then capturing it, then delivering it to you, as raw and real as possible.
That really is my only real goal and why I have been prepared to sacrifice anything to get it right.

Over the years I've done a lot of things that some of you may not understand. I've walked out of Record Deals, Scrapped Albums, Relocated, Turned down going on The Voice, ignored most peoples opinions and advice and that is because I know that I have to follow to gut feeling and stay true to what I believe is the most honest, hard working, raw and real journey towards "Success".
But in truth I think real success is being happy and proud of what you've done, and I am.

The real and best artists are the ones that are prepared to cut their own ear off.

El Born is my next move and I'm so please to be able to finally tell you after my secret plotting.
There is much more exciting news coming soon but that's it for now.
So come and sign up to our new website.

So that's it!

My official siconnelly.com website will disappear this week at some point as will my Facebook page.
You will find us at http://elborn.org and all of our other social site links are up there too. Also join us on Twitter @elbornband

Thanks for your support,

El Born is Born

Si Connelly x

New Headline Show!

Wed, 17 Apr 2013 02:21:05 GMT

I am proud to announce that I have a headline show coming up at London's Troubadour. This will be the most important performance I have done to date and will feature a secret twist on the night.
There is a special guest door list and if you let me know your names you can get on this list. Warning: The last headline show here sold out so get in early.
There will also be a full support line up on the night including: Paulaa, Canvas Wall, Jay Scott & The Find and Joel Gregory.
Believe me you really cannot afford to miss this show! See you then SC x

My Debut Album Is Now Done!

Fri, 01 Mar 2013 21:40:00 GMT

So after nearly 8 years of struggle and fighting to get my record done my way, I am very proud to be able to announce that is finally complete.
I am over the moon with how good it is, and now comes the next battle of getting it out.
After making a record way back with Chrysalis, hating it and then scrapping it, then repeating that process again with Sony, I was just very focused on making my record and not compromising on it's soul and raw edge of emotion. It took a lot longer than even I thought and it was like hell getting it myself into the right position to be able to actually make my record. It took the believe and dedication of many people, Recording Studios, Band Members, Producers and Friends. Without these people I would have not been able to make this record.
To those people who know me and have followed me throughout the years, you'll know that I was never scared of putting music out or completing a record.
I was only scared about releasing and producing a record that was just pointless. You know, a "Whatever" record that would just screw my career long term.

I have only ever had one goal and that was to aim to become the best and make the best record that was Raw, Honest and Powerful and most of all Relevant.
I know now that it was all worth it and that I have now created that record. I love every second of it and I am now really looking forward to it becoming the house that I can then work on laying some carpet on before the furniture moves in.

I just wanna say a final thank you to You. Your interest and continued belief in me has always made me want to work harder.

I am not yet sure about a release date for the album as that is my next domino to knock down.

I can confirm now though that my Debut Album will be titled "Youth"

See you all soon,

SC x

Secret Last Minute Gig Tonight - Water Rats

Tue, 19 Feb 2013 20:23:15 GMT

This Weeks Shows

Fri, 15 Feb 2013 00:43:51 GMT

St. James Theatre

Tue, 05 Feb 2013 04:15:00 GMT

Get Your Tickets In Advance For My Next London Show.
Charity Gig For Goal. St. James Theatre, London

Live Shots From Hawley Arms Gig. Taken by Roland Shaw

Mon, 04 Feb 2013 11:54:48 GMT

Live Tonight. 30.01.13

Wed, 30 Jan 2013 22:57:18 GMT

I'm Inviting You All To My Birthday Party.

Fri, 21 Dec 2012 02:58:59 GMT

Who Is Up For This? (Please Share)

Thu, 13 Dec 2012 23:45:58 GMT

Important Information & Directions to The Troubadour, London

Tue, 27 Nov 2012 23:37:11 GMT

Ok Guys, So here is some vital information about tomorrow night. (Wed 28/11/12). The Troubadour is a legendary music venue in Earls Court, London.
If you have added your name to the Fan Door List you will recieve significately cheaper entry but please be advised that The Troubadour is a small venue and we are expecting the capacity to easily sell out. If I were you I would definately arrive at 8pm if you want to secure entry, even if you are on the Door List.
To get on the door list Click Here

Si and his band will be on stage at 10pm and there is a strong line before hand.

The Troubadour is also a renowned restuarant so you may want to book a table and eat before hand call: 020 7370 1434 to make a reservation.

Venue Doors open at 7:45pm

Si has been deep in rehearsals in preparation for this headline show and he is feeling very excited to be performing his set and this historic venue.

If you have any further question please contact us Here

The Troubadour
265 Old Brompton Road,
Earls Court,
London
SW5 9JA

TELEPHONE: 020 7370 1434
Nearest Tube: Earls Court (Turn right out of station and take first right, the venue is on the left hand side)

Best,
Admin SC

My Single 1982 Is Coldplay's "Pick Of The Day" On Their Website!!!

Tue, 13 Nov 2012 12:35:00 GMT

The wonderful people at Coldplay's official website have chosen my video and single 1982 as their "Pick Of The Day" on their websites Hypnofeed. Check it out here http://www.coldplay.com/hypnofeed.php

Put Your Name Down! - New Line Up - Si Connelly Live 28.11.12

Wed, 07 Nov 2012 20:00:00 GMT

1982 - Free Fan Download Promo Pack

Thu, 01 Nov 2012 05:15:00 GMT

I wanted to thank you all for buying 1982 and here is a little present from me to you. Click Download Promo Pack below to start Download.

DOWNLOAD PROMO PACK

Download includes:

Handwritten Lyrics & Chords
1982 Promo Photos
Si Connelly Wallpaper
Next Gig Advert
Exclusive 1982 Recording Session Photos
Personal Thank You Note From Si
1982 Single - Credits and Artwork

Many Thanks Guys,

Enjoy and please leave feedback and comments below,

SC x

1982 Peaks at 22 in the iTunes Chart!

Thu, 01 Nov 2012 04:54:40 GMT

So good to see this, actually stunned it even charted so to be that high up there with Ed Sherran and Ben Howard is delightful. Thank You SC x

Thank You Monroe

Wed, 31 Oct 2012 04:31:55 GMT

So beautiful to hear my song 1982 on Monroe. Career high!

Debut Single 1982 Out Now!

Mon, 22 Oct 2012 06:14:11 GMT

Click On Image and Buy it now on iTunes. (Single also includes B-Side "I MIss Grey")

Exclusive Headline Band Show Announced

Tue, 02 Oct 2012 10:50:00 GMT

Exclusive Headline Band Show Announced!

Hi my faithfuls, I wanted to let you know that I have now announced my first London Headline band show at the world famous Troubadour in London, Earls Court.

I am going to offering vip treatment to anyone that has to travel a long way to come.
You really should not miss this gig. Things are going so well at the moment and this will be such a moment to be at. I promise. I have a brand new Band line up and I will be performing my new single 1982 which is heading to quarter of a million views on youtube and features this month on ITV's hit drama Monroe. I wil also be performing most of the tracks that will feature on my debut album "Youth" along with a few tracks I have written recently including one which I am very excited about called "Now That It's Over". If you can let me know your names I can put you on a special fan list so you don't have to pay the stupid london door prices. You guys mean the world to me and I am so looking forward to creating a show that you will all remember I hope forever.
Si Connelly x

Radioplay Interview + New Music Tonight @ 10pm & Stats So Far BLOG 16.09.12

Mon, 17 Sep 2012 07:44:37 GMT

I'm on the Radio tonight @severnfm It's a Si Connelly Special! Long Interview charting my musical life to date, with all the highs and lows and New Music .
Download Tunein App free to listen from 10pm:

http://tunein.com/mobile/

Also thanks so much for these lovely stats.

1982 Video - 150,000 Views

And It's Still A Long Time Video - 13,000 Views

Live Forever Cover Video - Already at 5000 Views

Twitter Following - 17,000 Tweeple

Facebook - 2000 Likes and counting

YouTube Channel Views and Subscribers - 180,000

1982 ITV Monroe Play To - Over 10 Million People.

All without backing of any kind so it's all down to you gorgeous people.

Big Thanks,

Tune In @ 10pm

SC x