Luka Bloom - Revision history

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	==Musical career==		==Musical career==
	In 1987, Moore moved to the United States and began performing using the stage name of "Luka Bloom". He chose the name "Luka" from the title of [[Suzanne Vega]]'s song about [[child abuse]] and "Bloom" from the main character in [[James Joyce]]'s novel ''[[Ulysses (novel)\|Ulysses]]''. Initially he lived and performed primarily in Washington D.C., but in winter 1987 he moved to New York City. The following year, he released his first album – later withdrawn – under the name Luka Bloom.		In 1987, Moore moved to the United States and began performing using the stage name of "Luka Bloom". He chose the name "[[Luka (song)\|Luka]]" from the title of [[Suzanne Vega]]'s song about [[child abuse]] and "Bloom" from the main character in [[James Joyce]]'s novel ''[[Ulysses (novel)\|Ulysses]]''. Initially he lived and performed primarily in Washington D.C., but in winter 1987 he moved to New York City. The following year, he released his first album – later withdrawn – under the name Luka Bloom.

	In 1990, Bloom released his album ''Riverside'', which included the song "The Man Is Alive". The album was recorded in New York, with its lyrics reflecting his experiences living and performing in that city. In 1991, Bloom returned to Dublin to record ''[[The Acoustic Motorbike]]'', which included a cover version of [[LL Cool J]]'s "[[I Need Love]]". The cover song was reviewed by ''Rolling Stone'' magazine, noting that "the prospect of a folksy Irish rocker covering a rap ballad may seem strange, but experimenting with different forms is precisely what keeps established traditions vital."		In 1990, Bloom released his album ''Riverside'', which included the song "The Man Is Alive". The album was recorded in New York, with its lyrics reflecting his experiences living and performing in that city. In 1991, Bloom returned to Dublin to record ''[[The Acoustic Motorbike]]'', which included a cover version of [[LL Cool J]]'s "[[I Need Love]]". The cover song was reviewed by ''Rolling Stone'' magazine, noting that "the prospect of a folksy Irish rocker covering a rap ballad may seem strange, but experimenting with different forms is precisely what keeps established traditions vital."

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	==Early career as Barry Moore==		==Early career as Barry Moore==
	In 1969, 14 year old Barry Moore embarked on a tour supporting his eldest brother, Christy, at various English folk clubs. He subsequently spent all of his spare time ~~practicing~~ and writing music. In 1976, Christy recorded one of his songs "Wave up to the Shore". In 1977, Barry Moore toured Germany and England as part of the group Inchiquin.		In 1969, 14 year old Barry Moore embarked on a tour supporting his eldest brother, Christy, at various English folk clubs. He subsequently spent all of his spare time practising and writing music. In 1976, Christy recorded one of his songs "Wave up to the Shore". In 1977, Barry Moore toured Germany and England as part of the group Inchiquin.

	In 1978, Moore released his debut album, ''Treaty Stone''. In 1979, having normally played guitar using a finger-picking technique, he was afflicted with [[tendinitis]]—forcing him to learn to play with a plectrum, which altered his guitar style.<ref name="official" /> That year, he moved to [[Groningen]] in the [[Netherlands]]. In 1980, he recorded and released his second album, ''In Groningen''. In 1982, he released his third album, ''No Heroes'', which contained songs all written by Moore himself. For three years, from 1983 to 1986, Moore was the front-man for the Dublin-based band Red Square. During this time, in 1984, his son Robbie was born.<ref name="official" />		In 1978, Moore released his debut album, ''Treaty Stone''. In 1979, having normally played guitar using a finger-picking technique, he was afflicted with [[tendinitis]]—forcing him to learn to play with a plectrum, which altered his guitar style.<ref name="official" /> That year, he moved to [[Groningen]] in the Netherlands. In 1980, he recorded and released his second album, ''In Groningen''. In 1982, he released his third album, ''No Heroes'', which contained songs all written by Moore himself. For three years, from 1983 to 1986, Moore was the front-man for the Dublin-based band Red Square. During this time, in 1984, his son Robbie was born.<ref name="official" />

	==Musical career==		==Musical career==

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	\| alt = Photo of Luka Bloom performing on stage		\| alt = Photo of Luka Bloom performing on stage
	\| caption = Bloom in ~~Amsterdam,~~ 2008		\| caption = Bloom performing in 2008
	\| background = solo_singer		\| background = solo_singer
	\| birth_name = Kevin Barry Moore		\| birth_name = Kevin Barry Moore

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	* ''Bittersweet Crimson'' (2020)		* ''Bittersweet Crimson'' (2020)
	* ''Out of the Blue'' (2021, instrumental)		* ''Out of the Blue'' (2021, instrumental)
			* ''Wave Up To The Shore'' (2022, Triple CD, 50 Songs 50 Years)

	==References==		==References==

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Discography

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	* ''Luka Bloom'' (1988, withdrawn)		* ''Luka Bloom'' (1988, withdrawn)
	* ''Riverside'' (1990)		* ''Riverside'' (1990)
			* ''[[The Acoustic Motorbike]]'' (1992) AUS #39<ref name=aus>{{cite book\|last=Ryan\|first=Gavin\|title=Australia's Music Charts 1988–2010\|year=2011\|publisher=Moonlight Publishing\|location=Mt. Martha, VIC, Australia\|edition=pdf\|pages=34}}</ref>
	* ''[[The Acoustic Motorbike]]'' (1992)
	* ''Turf'' (1994)		* ''Turf'' (1994) AUS #93<ref name=aus/>
	* ''Salty Heaven'' (1998)		* ''Salty Heaven'' (1998) AUS #46<ref name=aus/>
	* ''Keeper of the Flame'' (2000)		* ''Keeper of the Flame'' (2000)
	* ''The Barry Moore Years'' (2001, compilation)		* ''The Barry Moore Years'' (2001, compilation)

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	* ''Live at De Roma'' (2020)		* ''Live at De Roma'' (2020)
	* ''Bittersweet Crimson'' (2020)		* ''Bittersweet Crimson'' (2020)
	* ''Out Of ~~The~~ Blue'' (2021, instrumental)		* ''Out of the Blue'' (2021, instrumental)

	==References==		==References==

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	In 1987, Moore moved to the United States and began performing using the stage name of "Luka Bloom". He chose the name "Luka" from the title of [[Suzanne Vega]]'s song about [[child abuse]] and "Bloom" from the main character in [[James Joyce]]'s novel ''[[Ulysses (novel)\|Ulysses]]''. Initially he lived and performed primarily in Washington D.C., but in winter 1987 he moved to New York City. The following year, he released his first album – later withdrawn – under the name Luka Bloom.		In 1987, Moore moved to the United States and began performing using the stage name of "Luka Bloom". He chose the name "Luka" from the title of [[Suzanne Vega]]'s song about [[child abuse]] and "Bloom" from the main character in [[James Joyce]]'s novel ''[[Ulysses (novel)\|Ulysses]]''. Initially he lived and performed primarily in Washington D.C., but in winter 1987 he moved to New York City. The following year, he released his first album – later withdrawn – under the name Luka Bloom.

	In 1990, Bloom released his album ''Riverside'', which included the song "The Man Is Alive". The album was recorded in New York, with its lyrics reflecting his experiences living and performing in that city. In 1991, Bloom returned to Dublin to record ''The Acoustic Motorbike'', which included a cover version of [[LL Cool J]]'s "[[I Need Love]]". The cover song was reviewed by ''Rolling Stone'' magazine, noting that "the prospect of a folksy Irish rocker covering a rap ballad may seem strange, but experimenting with different forms is precisely what keeps established traditions vital."		In 1990, Bloom released his album ''Riverside'', which included the song "The Man Is Alive". The album was recorded in New York, with its lyrics reflecting his experiences living and performing in that city. In 1991, Bloom returned to Dublin to record ''[[The Acoustic Motorbike]]'', which included a cover version of [[LL Cool J]]'s "[[I Need Love]]". The cover song was reviewed by ''Rolling Stone'' magazine, noting that "the prospect of a folksy Irish rocker covering a rap ballad may seem strange, but experimenting with different forms is precisely what keeps established traditions vital."

	In 1993, Bloom again returned to Ireland to record the album ''Turf'', this time with producer Brian Masterson and sound engineer Paul Ashe-Browne. The album attempted to capture the sound of a live performance, and was recorded in front of an audience that was asked to remain as quiet as possible. In 1998, Bloom released ''Salty Heaven'', an album inspired by his return to Ireland.<ref name="official" />		In 1993, Bloom again returned to Ireland to record the album ''Turf'', this time with producer Brian Masterson and sound engineer Paul Ashe-Browne. The album attempted to capture the sound of a live performance, and was recorded in front of an audience that was asked to remain as quiet as possible. In 1998, Bloom released ''Salty Heaven'', an album inspired by his return to Ireland.<ref name="official" />

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	* ''Luka Bloom'' (1988, withdrawn)		* ''Luka Bloom'' (1988, withdrawn)
	* ''Riverside'' (1990)		* ''Riverside'' (1990)
	* ''The Acoustic Motorbike'' (1992)		* ''[[The Acoustic Motorbike]]'' (1992)
	* ''Turf'' (1994)		* ''Turf'' (1994)
	* ''Salty Heaven'' (1998)		* ''Salty Heaven'' (1998)

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