For Those I Love is the poignant and emotionally charged project of Dublin-based artist David Balfe. Initially conceived as an ode to the unbreakable bonds of friendship and the raw intensity of loss, For Those I Love serves as a searing tribute to Balfe's closest friend, Paul Curran, who tragically passed away. The project burgeoned from the depths of grieving and reflects the celebration of life, love, and solidarity within the working-class communities of North Dublin.

The self-titled album "For Those I Love" resonated powerfully upon its release, harnessing a blend of spoken-word poetry, electronica, and post-punk influences that eloquently convey deeply personal narratives set against a backdrop of societal issues. Balfe's poignant storytelling interweaves memories with social commentary, creating a tapestry that's both intimate and universally relatable. With critical acclaim for tracks like "I Have a Love" and "Birthday / The Pain," For Those I Love encapsulates a raw, unfiltered examination of human emotions, underscored by transformative remixes from artists like Ela Minus, Finn, and Overmono, thereby expanding the sonic landscapes of Balfe's heart-rending compositions. The project’s ability to touch on themes of grief, love, and endurance with such striking honesty has solidified For Those I Love as a vital voice in the modern musical tapestry.

Genres

Irish Hip Hop

Latest Release

You Stayed / To Live (Ela Minus Remix)

For Those I Love•

Ela Minus

Single - Released September 2, 2021