The Big Romance - David Kitt

How did I get into David Kitt. Well through a variety of ways really. I first saw him playing live when I was a student at Queen's University in Belfast, I got a free ticket for his gig in the students union, so as a poor student, I was glad to go! Also, I had recently bought Damien Rice's album from Amazon and I like the way they give you the similar things to what you have bought and David Kitt's name came up. I personally think David Kitt is excellent and definitely worth a listen, especially if you like the likes of Damien Rice, although his later albums are a lot more rocky than this, his second album after Small Thoughts. The Big Romance is ...  Read the complete review

The seemingly endless stampede of acoustic flag bearers takes on an Irish dimension with the release of David Kitt's proper debut album 'The Big Romance'. Kitt has already released a mini-album that he recorded in his bedroom (if you are about to tune out, hang on it's worth it I promise you!). That e.p. featured 'Another Love Song' that has attained legendary status in his hometown (Dublin) and more particularly his favourite venue, Whelan's of Wexford Street. David Kitt is the son of politician but thankfully his songs are based on more trivial matters. While Kitt grabs all the attention, some recognition must be given to his band. ...  Read the complete review