Day of Embers

Born of love, myth and traditional folklore, Day of Embers is a duo of Celtic and global seafaring rhythms interlaced with age-old tales of love, loss, survival and justice. Combining the multi-instrumental talents of singer-songwriters, Welshman Daryl James, and Dawn Lysons, a bewitching vocalist of Canadian, Irish and Indian descent, DoE weaves spectacular harmonies with banjo, accordion, tin whistle, guitar and mandolin. 
 While Daryl and Dawn were born on opposite sides of the globe, their musical roots transcend borders, coming together in a rich tapestry of sea shanties and rousing ballads. Each of their songs is a chapter of an epic journey featuring fictional characters whose love prevails. From the cliffs of Derry and mountains of Snowdonia, through battles, storms and treacherous seas, to the wild woods and rocky roads of the Americas, DoE takes the listener on musical adventures that are as lyrically engaging as they are tuneful. 
 Lovers in life and music, Daryl and Dawn gravitated to one another to process hardship and escape into a wonderland of song with their folk fable characters who face their fears and challenges with brave, open hearts. Nominated in 2022 for a Queensland Music Award in the World Music Category, Daryl and Dawn embarked on their next musical adventure – returning to their homelands of Wales, Ireland and Canada, reconnecting with family and folklore.