Today, the family and friends of Eoin French, also known as Talos, are marking Daffodil Day by sharing his song ‘We Didn’t Know We Were Ready,’ as a tribute to his life and music, and in support of the work carried out by the Irish Cancer Society.
Daffodil Day, taking place this Friday, March 28th, raises vital funds for free cancer support services and life-changing research across Ireland.
‘We Didn’t Know We Were Ready’ was written by Eoin and Icelandic artist, Ólafur Arnalds, alongside Niamh Regan and Ye Vagabonds.
Following Eoin’s passing from cancer in August 2024, aged thirty-six, the song was completed and now features his lead vocals alongside contributions from his friends, family and collaborators.
'FEELS RIGHT'
Eoin’s younger brother, Brían French said that partnering with the Irish Cancer Society to share Eoin’s music ‘feels like the right thing to do’.
“Cancer has touched so many families, ours included, and we’ve seen up close the care and support that’s needed. We miss Eoin every day. But to know that his music might offer some comfort, or connection, to others, it means a lot.”
“This Daffodil Day, we’re sharing Eoin’s music as a way of remembering him. It also feels right to shine a light on the Irish Cancer Society. They do incredible work, and if this moment encourages people to support them and donate, we’re grateful."
PROVIDING SUPPORT
Averil Power, CEO, Irish Cancer Society, said: “We would like to thank the French family, Ólafur Arnalds, OPIA Community and Mercury KX, and Eoin’s management for agreeing to partner on this project.
“We’re grateful to be able to help share Eoin’s music and mark his legacy this Daffodil Day. ‘We Didn’t Know We Were Ready’ is a very moving and unique piece of artistry and we hope to raise vital funds for the services, support and research provided by the Society.
"It's expected that 44,000 people in Ireland will hear the words ‘you’ve got cancer’ this year, with 1 in 2 Irish people expected to receive a cancer diagnosis in their lifetime. We want to be there to provide our free services and support for every single one of those people. With typically only 5% of our funding coming from Government, we urgently need the support of people across Ireland and that’s why we’re asking people to go all in this Daffodil Day and donate today.”
