March
2008
...think Massive Attack meets Scott Walker... Watching this performance is like watching a character step out of an old film only to find themselves in modern day London. It is very odd but utterly compelling. It could easily be very, very good and it quite possibly is.
johnny others indieoma.com
February
2008
Shamus Dark: Wed Feb 20 Roxy Bar And Screen, 128-132 Borough High Street, SE1 1LB
Queasy listening from this self-styled mysterious character, premiering songs from his cheerily titled new album 'Songs For Suicidal Lovers' – don't forget your prozac.
Time Out Magazine, London
October
2007
"...the album begins with a predictably atmospheric slow-paced burner, Angel Eyes, with its cool lead guitar and understated vocal. This is quickly followed by a series of laid-back, jazz -inflected songs, of which The Party's Over is a stand out with its Massive Attack-style string touches. Want to escape the humdrum of everyday life? Check out Shamus, he's definitely worth investigating." full text
Musician magazine, UK
December
2006
"...a perfect soundtrack to a rainy, stormy day meant for you to stay indoors enjoying the cool of the muffled raindrops behind closed windows... while you sit in a long chair leaning back, eyes half closed, cigarette in one hand and a hard stiff drink in the other." full text
Think Mag, Issue 24, Singapore
December
2006
"...the whole effect of his voice with the superb music is hypnotic and begs one to hit the repeat button." full text
November 2006
Hi Shamus,
I have to tell you that I think the CD sleeve for SONGS FOR SUICIDAL LOVERS is one of the best of the year. It really had me fooled at first. I then admired it ... and enjoyed it immensely.
Paul Gambaccini
November 2006
"The version of Atmosphere outdoes even Joy Division...Play this record and cry" full text
October 2006
"Pour me another Sam...then play it again..." full text
October 2006
"“Songs for Suicidal Lovers” suggests the bastard lovechild of Frank Sinatra and Morrissey..." full text
October 2006
"Shamus delivers his vocalese with a reflective melancholy and warm romanticism... He's here to stay" full text
September 2006
"...one of the best albums of 2006...a rare interview..." full text
September 2006
"It’s mysterious, it’s brooding, and its...damn good... Highly recommended." full text
September 2006
"...awesome dowmtempo tunes!! i like your tunes very much..."
September 2006
"...it works a treat, conjuring up a mood suited to dimly lit drinking sessions...an edgy but engaging experience..." full text
sunday morning post
September 2006
"...a dark and brooding journey..." full text
south china morning post
August 2006
Shamus Dark your CD is Blowing my mind man!!!
August 2006
"...aural film noir... anyone who isn’t afraid to delve into the dark side of Pop music then I urge you to give Songs For Suicidal Lovers a spin". full text
July 2006
"...Shamus Dark, which is about the most awesome name for anything. Ever. He’s a singer, but I’m not going to try and categorize him. You’ll just have to look and see for yourself. Check out the off-beat sense of humor he has... I love it."