Villagers is the new project from Conor O'Brien (formerly of The Immediate and guitarist with Cathy Davey). So far Conor has recorded an EP and gathered together a group of friends for live purposes. The group has played a handful of shows, as a five-piece, a three-piece and even a two-piece, including support slots with Bellx1, Halves, and Cass McCombs. This will be their first tour.
The 'Hollow Kind' EP, Villagers' first release, is written and performed solely by Conor, recorded by guitarist Tommy McLaughlin, and released by drummer James Byrne on his 'Any Other City' label in February 2009. It acts as a perfect introduction to the sound of Villagers, revealing folk-centered soul songs surrounded by epic pop arrangements. A limited number of EPs have been produced, and will be on sale at the shows.