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About A Band Called Paul

A Band Called Paul is the creation of former orchestral percussionist, soundtrack composer and session musician Paul McDonnell. Based in Dublin, Ireland, the band’s music showcases the broad experience and influences from Paul’s career with deft lane-changes between hard rock, Latin Jazz, electronica, pop, reggae and world music.

Paul was percussionist with the RTÉ Concert Orchestra in Ireland for many years, while also being the original drummer with Irish ska/rock band The Pale. He has performed and recorded with many industry luminaries such as Elmer Bernstein, Jimmy Webb, Paddy McAloon (Prefab Sprout), Midge Ure and Bill Whelan (Riverdance) to name but a few. He has also composed soundtracks to two feature films, many short movies, TV commercials and theatre productions.

The band’s debut album Primero was released on February 21st, 2019. It is available to stream on Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube Music and Deezer. It’s also available to purchase on iTunes, Google Play and Amazon Music.

Sync and licensing information

All tracks by A Band Called Paul are available for non-exclusive licensed use in commercials, television productions, films and games. Instrumental versions and stems may also be made available for use in same.

All songs are written, produced and 100% owned by Paul McDonnell.

Licensing enquiries should be emailed to:
licensing@bangwalloprecords.com

Latest News

  • "Breaking Through" by A Band Called Paul and JoeliD“Breaking Through” is released on all major platformsMarch 26, 2021 - 12:12 pm

    Our “Indie Rap” collaboration with JoeliD is now available to stream or purchase on all major platforms including YouTube, Spotify, Apple Music, BandCamp and Amazon.

  • "Cabin In The Woods (A Band Called Paul Mix)" by Rhesus Freak“Cabin in the Woods”, arranged and produced by A Band Called Paul, is coming soonMarch 25, 2021 - 3:49 pm

    We’re delighted to announce that Dublin artist Rhesus Freak will shortly be releasing “Cabin in the Woods (A Band Called Paul Mix)”, Paul’s first foray into producing other artists’ music, on all platforms.

  • "Breaking Through" by A Band Called Paul and JoeliD“Breaking Through” now available exclusively on BandcampMarch 22, 2021 - 3:39 pm

    We’re excited to announce that our latest release, an Indie Rap collaboration with JoeliD called “Breaking Through” is now available exclusively on Bandcamp.

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