Brianna McGeehan, the Atlanta-based artist with deep Irish roots, is set to release her debut solo single, “Home,” on September 4th. The single, an evocative blend of Americana with subtle electro-folk elements. It is a departure from the folk and alt-country stylings of her previous collaborations, and a return to her early influences in indie and electronic music.
“Home” is more than just a song; it is a heartfelt anthem that draws from McGeehan’s personal history and her connection to Ireland. The track is a contemplative piece about finding solace and belonging in community, a theme deeply influenced by her progressive politics and collectivist worldview. As McGeehan herself says, “It’s a song about finding home in your people, and community as the antidote to mental illness.”
McGeehan’s Irish heritage is woven into the fabric of “Home,” with echoes of her ancestors’ resilience and determination. Her great-great-grandparents, John Corrigan and Rose McFadden, emigrated from Tyrone County, Ireland, to Maryland, where their youngest son, Charles Corrigan, fought for the union army. The family stories of survival through smallpox epidemics and economic hardship, all while staying connected to their Irish roots, add a rich historical depth to McGeehan’s work.
Growing up in an Irish-American family, McGeehan was surrounded by tales of her ancestors’ trials and triumphs, from her great-great-grandfather’s struggles as a Civil War veteran to her grandmother’s pride in their Donegal lineage. These stories of endurance and identity have profoundly influenced McGeehan’s songwriting, infusing her music with a sense of place and belonging that transcends borders.
“Home” was recorded at Sunwapta Studio, an old farmhouse outside Athens, GA, with co-production by Colin Agnew and McGeehan’s husband, Drew de Man. The song’s production blends traditional instruments with modern beats, creating a soundscape that reflects McGeehan’s journey from the folk roots of Heart Hunters to a more expansive, genre-blurring approach.
Brianna McGeehan’s new single “Home” will be available on September 4th. This release heralds a new chapter for McGeehan, one that embraces her heritage while forging new musical paths. With “Home,” McGeehan invites listeners to reflect on their own roots, their communities, and the meaning of home in an ever-changing world.