Hot For 2023 Irish Acts: Big Sleep

Big Sleep

Irish-Italian duo Rónán Connolly and Matteo Poli (aka Big Sleep, accompanied by bassist Aidan Gray and guitarist Naiara Clarke Lafuente) have made waves over the last six months, embarking on a European tour and releasing their debut EP, Feel Something Someday. The Dublin-based band harbour classic rock, indie, funk and synth influences, inspired by the likes of Jamiroquai, Jungle, Parcels and Tom Misch. From hooky lead riffs and ethereal soundscapes to wandering trumpet passages, Big Sleep are destined for greatness.

Hear: The Feel Something Someday EP.

Watch: The hilarious video for ‘Tutti Frutti’

The Hot Press Hot For 2023 special issue is out now: