One Flew Over’s new single “Eyes Open” is a proper belter. Irene Ní Chuinn’s vocal performance is massive. She sounds like she means every single word, and that conviction makes all the difference. When a singer can make you believe the story they’re telling, half the battle is already won.
The song deals with that awful realization when someone you thought you knew turns out to be a stranger. Quinn’s production gives the track space to grow without cluttering it up with unnecessary bits. Everything has its place, and nothing feels excessive.
This duo from Meath has been releasing music since 2019, and their experience shows. They’re pulling from indie-rock, soul, and blues, but they’re not just ticking boxes. The comparisons to Florence + The Machine and Hozier make sense, but One Flew Over has their own personality. “Eyes Open” is their seventh single, and it sounds like a band hitting their stride. The arrangements are thoughtful, Ní Chuinn’s vocals are commanding, and the whole thing just works. Sometimes you can overthink music, but this track knows exactly what it wants to be.
If you want to keep tabs on what One Flew Over releases next, you need to follow them on Instagram at @oneflewovermusic where they post updates and behind-the-scenes content regularly.
