Ireland’s first female Eurovision representative, Muriel Day, has released her debut country album. Girls Night Out looks set to greatly enhance the profile of the lady from Newtownards, Co Down. A gala launch night will be held in the coming weeks, where Muriel will be joined by many friends from the music scene.

Look At Us is the new album from Shaun Loughrey, featuring a wide selection of country and Irish favourites. Shaun includes medleys of hits from Don Williams and Elvis Presley as well as a ’70s dance mix and an Irish medley. More details about Shaun and his gigs on shaughloughrey.co.uk

Aidan Quinn swings into the Christmas spirit with the release of a three-track CD. Home With Bells On, Pretty Paper and Santa and The Kids are the choice of material from the Tyrone man. Aidan, along with his mother Philomena Begley, had a major hit in recent months with All The Road Running.

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Moscow-born Larissa Tormey, who is now based in Ireland, has released her own song, Special Christmas, as a fundraiser for the Special Needs Parent Association. LCM Promos are lending supporting to Larissa and her career in music.

Olivia Douglas hopes to get into the studios early in 2015. The former All-Ireland champion (U-18) accordion player is also a fine country singer. She went down a treat at the recent launch night of Carmel McLoughlin’s new album in the Brusna Inn, Ballaghaderreen.

Country Sound would like to thank our readers for their loyal and encouraging support throughout 2014. Country Sound provides a perfect platform for artists to reach an audience with a love for music. On behalf of everyone in Country Sound, I wish you all a happy Christmas and good health.