Uì Conaill
Short Bio:
Justin O'Connell is a Michigan-based singer-songwriter whose songs are like paintings—blending poetic lyricism with ambient, experimental textures that linger beyond words. His sound is a dialogue between indie-folk storytelling and atmospheric soundscapes, rooted in the grit of the Midwest but colored by the vastness of the West. After over a decade of finding his voice and muse in the mountains of Colorado including as the singer and songwriter for Indie-Folk band Red Moon Rounder, he has returned to his Michigan roots to begin a new chapter as Uì Conaill.
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Full Bio:
Justin O'Connell creates music that feels both intimate and expansive. His songs are rooted in introspection, blending a stripped-back folk sensibility with an atmospheric, experimental edge.
Justin spent over a decade in Colorado, where mountain landscapes and wide skies became his primary sonic companions. There, he found his voice leading the indie-folk band Red Moon Rounder, known for their haunting melodies, driving rhythms, and Americana-flecked sound. With Red Moon Rounder, Justin grew from playing in the small corners of Irish pubs to opening for national acts like Shane Smith & The Saints and appearing on multiple festival stages, honing his craft as a frontman and songwriter.
Returning to his native Michigan marked a creative pivot. With his solo project Uì Conaill, Justin has turned inward, shaping a collection of new songs that set the foundation for his next chapter. His lyrics read like poetry—words turned inside out, shaken loose, and given new meaning. There is a quiet spaciousness in every track, echoing the fields and forests of the Midwest and the sweeping peaks of the Rockies.
This is music for crisp mornings and contemplative evenings—with fresh grounded coffee brewed slow as the last leaves linger on the trees.
Booking/Contact:
Please e-mail all booking inquiries to uìconaill@gmail.com or fill out the Contact/Booking Form.