Cliona Hagan
Cliona Hagan | |
|---|---|
| Born | 27 February 1989 Ballinderry, County Tyrone, Northern Ireland |
| Genres | Country |
| Occupation | Singer |
| Labels | Sharpe Music · Rosette Records |
| Website | https://clionahagan.com |
Cliona Hagan (born 27 February 1989) is an Irish[1] country music singer from Ballinderry, County Tyrone, in Northern Ireland.
Career
[edit]The All Ireland Talent Show
[edit]Hagan appeared as a contestant on the 2009 first series of the RTÉ reality talent competition, The All Ireland Talent Show. Mentored by Eurovision winner Dana, Hagan made it the final of the competition, ultimately losing out to The Mulkerrins.[2]
2010–2015
[edit]Following her appearance on The All Ireland Talent Show, Hagan began studying in Queen's University Belfast where she earned a degree in music. She went on to study at the University of Edinburgh, where she became qualified in secondary school music teaching.[3][4]
Between 2013 and 2015, Hagan worked as a schoolteacher. In 2016, she decided to give it up to pursue a career in singing.[5]
2015–present
[edit]On 28 October 2016, Hagan's debut album Straight To You was released.[6]
In a country music special edition of the long-running Irish chat show, The Late Late Late Show, well-known Irish country singer Philomena Begley named Hagan as "one to watch" for the future of Irish country music.[7]
Hagan has supported acts such as Nathan Carter,[8] Derek Ryan[9] and Mike Denver[10] on tour across Ireland and Europe.
In March 2018, while Ireland was suffering the effects of Storm Emma, Hagan performed two songs on The Late Late Late Show.[11] One month later, Hagan returned to the show for their annual country music special performing a duet of 'Hurts So Good' alongside Nathan Carter.[12]
On 22 June 2018, the album Secret Love was released.[13]
In September 2018, Hagan was named Best Irish Country Female Artist at the Irish Post Country Music Awards.[14]
In 2019, Hagan was announced as one of the celebrities taking part in the third series of Dancing with the Stars.[15] Hagan was partnered with professional dancer Robert Rowiński on the show.[16] On 22 March 2019, they reached the final of the competition, finishing as joint runners-up with Johnny Ward and Emily Barker, with Mairéad Ronan and John Nolan becoming the eventual winners.[17]
On 29 November 2019, the album Little Darlin' was released. A DVD named Travelling Shoes, which was a video collection of Hagan's music videos and live performances, was also released on the same day.[18][19]
On 21 October 2021, Hagan released a new album; The Dolly Songbook. The album was a tribute to Dolly Parton, in which Hagan recorded twelve of her songs.[20]
Personal life
[edit]Hagan was born in Ballinderry, County Tyrone. On 25 May 2022, she married musician Simon Sheerin in County Westmeath.[21] The wedding was later featured on an episode of the documentary From This Moment On, which premiered on BBC One Northern Ireland on 2 November.[22]
References
[edit]- ^ "Cliona Hagan | Irish Country Singer". Retrieved 25 March 2019.
- ^ "Cliona makes All-Ireland Talent Show final". Raidió Teilifís Éireann. Retrieved 22 October 2018.
- ^ Mal Rogers. "How former school teacher Cliona Hagan made the grade on the Irish country music scene". The Irish Post. Retrieved 22 October 2018.
- ^ "Clionna Hagan beat fear to swap the classroom for the stage". The Belfast Telegraph. Retrieved 22 October 2018.
- ^ "Hugo Duncan: Former teacher Cliona Hagan well on her way to top of the class". The Belfast Telegraph. Retrieved 22 October 2018.
- ^ Hagan, Cliona. "So delighted to announce that below is the link to my new single 'Straight To You!!!' Available to download on iTunes, Spotify, Amazon etc from Midnight TONIGHT!! Don't forget it can be requested on local radio stations!! Debut album 'Straight To You' will be released on Friday 28th of October!! #StraightToYou #countrymusic". Instagram. Retrieved 1 April 2023.
- ^ "Meath Chronicle – Cliona Hagan racing to Fairyhouse". meathchronicle.ie. Retrieved 22 October 2018.
- ^ "Carter on the Costa 2018". nathancartermusic.com. Retrieved 22 October 2018.
- ^ "Farmers Bash 2018". Derek Ryan Music. Retrieved 22 October 2018.
- ^ "Kilkenny Country Music Festival | Just another WordPress site". kilkennycountrymusicfestival.ie. Retrieved 22 October 2018.
- ^ "The Late Late Show had no audience last night so they pulled people in off the street". Irish Examiner. Retrieved 22 October 2018.
- ^ "Watch: Nathan Carter leads Late Late audience in song as tribute to Big Tom". Irish Examiner. Retrieved 22 October 2018.
- ^ "Cliona Hagan on Instagram: "Sooo delighted to let you all know that my BRAND NEW album "Secret Love" is available to preorder on iTunes NOW!! The pre order Release date is for Friday the 22nd of June!! I cannot wait for you all to hear who my #secretlove is?!!!??😜🙊🙈😜😂😊😊☺️☺️👌♥️"". Instagram. Retrieved 1 April 2023.
- ^ Aidan Lonergan. "Unforgettable night at The Irish Post County Music Awards 2018 as thousands tune in to see Ireland's biggest folk acts play up a storm". The Irish Post. Retrieved 22 October 2018.
- ^ "Young Offenders star joins Dancing With The Stars". RTÉ TEN. 7 December 2018.
- ^ Becker, Kendra (7 December 2018). "Country music star spotted with pro-dancer outside DWTS rehearsal studio". Goss.ie. Retrieved 12 January 2021.
- ^ Power, Ed. "Mairéad Ronan is this year's winner of Dancing with the Stars". The Irish Times. Retrieved 12 January 2021.
- ^ "Cliona Hagan on Instagram: "So so happy to say that my NEW album "Little Darlin" and my NEW DVD "Travelling Shoes" is Available to purchase on ITUNES, SPOTIFY etc TOMORROW! I'm so exited for you all to hear them both!☺️ Hope everyone enjoys 🥰 #littledarlin #travellingshoes #newdvd #newalbum"". Instagram. Retrieved 1 April 2023.
- ^ "Cliona Hagan - Travelling Shoes (The Video Collection) DVD". Retrieved 1 April 2023.
- ^ "Cliona Hagan on Instagram: "🎶🛑 NEW ALBUM ALERT!! 🛑 🎶 Hello everyone! I'm happy to share my new album, 'The Dolly Songbook' with you! The Dolly Songbook' will be released THIS FRIDAY the 21st of October, be sure to pre-order your copy now from the the [sic] link below 🔽 (copy and paste your browser search): https://irishcountrymusic.shop/collections/best-sellers/products/cliona-hagan-the-dolly-songbook-pre-order-your-copy-now I've had so much fun making this, it's a tribute to my favourite music artist Dolly Parton! I've recorded 12 of Dolly's hits and I hope I can make her proud & you all enjoy it! Stay tuned for some tasters of what to expect the album! 🎶🎉 #dollyparton #thedollysongbook #dolly #countrymusic #irishcountry #country #nashville #dollysongbook"". Instagram. Retrieved 1 April 2023.
- ^ "Cliona Hagan on Instagram: "25/05/22…❤️ A day we will always remember🤵♂️👰♀️ Lots of exciting pictures to be revealed by @rsvpmagazine1 very soon and our very own TV show is also on the way….🙊 A huge thank you to the amazing companies who worked with Simon & I to make our day so special. Geraldine Omeara Guy Clothing My Fair Lady Stodge Face Colm Quinn Geraldine Molloy from Gem Garden Center Carries Beauty Salon Pamela Make up Sarah The Hair Stylist Erica Cathars Sheraton Hotel Wedding Gifts Ireland Lots of Love The pretty box London Linda O'Brien Jewellery Big Day Signs Three Drams The Gold Giftbox Company D & k Jewllers #weddingcake"". Instagram. Retrieved 1 April 2023.
- ^ "Simon and Cliona showbiz wedding to feature on BBC". Westmeath Independent. Retrieved 1 April 2023.