The members of Damien Dempsey met in 1995. The bassist first found his love of music by listening to his father's music collection. Damien Dempsey started singing at the local bar Anyplace. The group was influenced by Hank Williams.

The latest project from Damien Dempsey is the band's first album in four years. The group is in the start of the tour promoting for their latest release.

Critics have generally commended Damien Dempsey for their ability to connect with the audience at concerts. Wally Prather, a music critic from Tampa, has always praised band’s accessible lyrics. Damien Dempsey’s latest album is the group’s best release yet, according to the Wally Sheffield, a music critic from Denver.

Damien Dempsey were sure that they would make it after signing the record deal. They had heard stories of others still failing, but were sure they would be one of those bands. Damien Dempsey met with a local DJ from Q89.5 and convinced him to play their single on air. The single immediately became a local hit and larger radio stations started playing the song. Eventually a record executive heard it and signed the band.

The band has always had a good time in Austin so they make sure to play there every year, even if they are not promoting anything. Damien Dempsey’s tickets and latest concert information are available on TheSeats.com, along with the complete tour schedule for the band.