Keith Harkin Info!

Keith R. Harkin was born June 10, 1986. He is from Derry, Northern Ireland. He plays the guitar and has written one of the songs for Celtic Thunder: "Lauren and I". In 2008, Keith has been working on his solo album on the side, away from Celtic Thunder. Some of his new songs include Vanity, Don't Lose the Feeling, and What I Like. Keith enjoys surfing and has written a song called Chasing Dreams that articulates his love for it.

Growing up surrounded by music it's no wonder Keith Harkin became the talented natural musician he is today. Years of playing live had already honed him into a solid live act at the tender age of 18. His own sound is both individual and unique - taking influences from artists as diverse as Led Zeppelin, John Martyn, Glenn Campbell and Jack Johnson and Paul Brady. He recently supported both John Martyn and David Kitt on their Irish tours - wowing these two demanding and very different crowds with his fresh sound.

In his short time as a full-time musician Keith has packed in a lot. During his time in London 2005 - recording with a well respected producer - he also played in various venues and festivals in England - including a memorable show at the Tavistock Festival on Portobello Road. 2006 brought keith to Dha theanga an irish program on bbc where he played the lead role, rewrote and arranged all the music for the show. And now to date he is currently doing the monster hit show Celtic Thunder with a coast to coast tours of the states and Canada regularly.

The show now has had 2 number 1 selling DVD's and 3 number 1 selling albums on the world BILLBOARD CHARTS. With his energetic stage presence and charismatic performances Keith's live shows are what live music is all about. Keith has been compared to everyone from Jamiroquai to Paul Brady and Maroon 5. BBC radio Ulster called him the Irish Jack Johnson.

Listen with open ears and make up your own mind. Keith is currently working on a his first Debut album with the world best writers and producers to create "his best yet," so stay tuned! Keith is also a very keen surfer and surfs almost everywhere there is to be surfed on the west coast and is sponsored by a local shaper called ROSY SURFBOARDS.

I just recently discovered Keith's younger sister, Rebecca Harkin. She shares Keith's amazing talent and love for music. It must run in the family! If you want any other fun facts about Keith posted here, please neomail me!