Cora Harkin, is a dynamic singer-songwriter from Derry. Specializing in indie pop, Cora's impactful year includes headlining at Derry's Nerve Centre and releasing four resonant and spirited singles. Her live performances, have become synonymous with energy and authenticity, drawing fans locally and beyond.
Her festival repertoire spans notable events like Dalfest, Lenafest, and the Gasyard Feile. Supporting acts such as Virgins at Oh Yeah Centre, Belfast, and Lavengro at Ebrington, Derry showcases her versatility. Cora, capable of delivering a captivating performance solo or with her band, impresses with powerful vocals and undeniable charisma. Notably, she clinched the Forestside Roots Young Singer-Songwriter title, emerged as the youngest finalist in Translink Q Radio Young Singer-Songwriters competition, and claimed the top solo spot in the 'Clash of the New Breeds.' Her presence extends to radio airwaves, including features on BBC Radio Ulster's Mark Patterson Show and the Vinny Hurrell Show. Cora Harkin's musical journey is marked by achievements, promising an engaging and vibrant addition to the local music scene and beyond.
Notable Gigs: Nerve Centre Derry (headline), Oh Yeah Centre Belfast, Gasyard Feile Finale (supporting Bronagh Gallagher); Lenafest (supporting Lavengro), Dalfest; Supported BoyM5 on Derry leg of tour; Nerve Centre Stage Carnival of Colours; Music Capital, Foyle Maritime Festival, Access All Areas, New Grange Festival, Samhain Sessions, Inside Out; Foyle Film Festival Nerve Centre; Walled City Market, Culture Night, Red Sails Festival and many more.
Radio Play: BBC Radio Ulster The Vinny Hurrell Show (live performance); Outsiders with Louisa Moss; Dundalk FM 97.7 Paddy Mac and Tracey’s Choice; Paul McClay Donegal Bay Radio; Seamus Connolly Finn Valley 95.8FM; The Stephen McCauley Show (as part of band Flashing Lights).
Radio appearances/(interviews): BBC Radio Foyle the Mark Patterson Show, BBC Radio Ulster The Vinny Hurrell Show July 2022 live performance and interview; BBC Radio Foyle Breakfast Show March 2018; BBC Mark Patterson Show March 2018; BBC Radio Ulster Evening Extra with Mark Carruthers March 2018; Drive 105 with Bill Waters and Felix Healy March 2019 and December 2019.
Awards: Roots Forestside Young Singer Songwriter 2022; Lyrics for Life Song Writing Contest 2020; Belter talent Show 2020, finalist Panarts Cool FM (under 25s) Young Singer Songwriter 2020; Finalist Song Academy UK Young Singer Songwriter 2020 and 2021, Finalist Forestside Young Singer Song writer 2019. Runner up Letterkenny Busking Festival (Joint highest solo act) 2021.
Documentary: Audio Adapter (A local film featuring local artists, Cora, Paul Connolly, Rosborough, Cherym, Craic Pipe and how they handled the Covid crisis).