The Lion Colhoun
Singer / Songwriter / Performer
🎙️ The Lion Colhoun – Artist Bio
The Lion Colhoun (real name Brian Colhoun) is an independent singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and producer based in Dublin, Ireland. His music blends rich folk storytelling with alternative and indie influences, often rooted in emotive, personal themes that resonate widely.
Featured recently on The Maria McCormack Radio Show – Artist Family Celebration Part 2 on Over the West Online Radio, Colhoun’s work has been highlighted alongside a community of contemporary Irish artists.
🎶 Releases & Discography
On his official Bandcamp page, The Lion Colhoun has released a range of tracks and an EP that showcase his range as a songwriter and instrumentalist. His music available includes:
Sand Dunes E.P. – A standout early-career release showcasing his lyrical depth.
Sand Dunes (single) – A reflective indie folk track.
Habits Form – A song exploring routines and emotional patterns.
Bob and Joan (Bob’s Story) & Joan and Bob (Joan’s Story) – Narrative-driven pieces highlighting his storytelling approach.
Leaving with Our Friends – A collaborative / community-minded track.
🤝 Collaborations With Kate Dineen
One of his most notable recent collaborations is with Kate Dineen, a rising Irish singer-songwriter:
“Easier in Time” – Co-written and performed with Kate Dineen; released as a single in 2024 and available on streaming platforms. It’s a nostalgic, lyrical song blending both artists’ voices and songwriting sensibilities, produced with Beardfire Recording & Rehearsal Studios.
The song’s creation involved Colhoun in open D guitar tuning, with Dineen contributing vocals, highlighting a strong artistic partnership.
They also teamed up on a version of “Fairytale of New York (feat. Kate Dineen)” listed on his Bandcamp releases, showing their collaborative rapport during festive season material.
Kate Dineen’s own career and release schedule includes a number of singles (e.g., Doomscrolling, Butterfly) and an EP (Unfolding), and Easier in Time appears on her wider catalog, cementing this cross-artist connection.
🎧 Musical Style & Presence
The Lion Colhoun’s songs are often described as emotionally expansive and universally relatable, with a foot in both folk heritage and modern indie styles. He writes with introspection and openness, building arrangements that put lyrics and melody at the core.
He also produces and mixes much of his own material, showcasing a DIY artistic ethos that resonates in the Irish independent music scene.
