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EXCLUSIVE

By Michelle Crean

Using her beautiful vocal talents one young singer is helping to raise money and awareness for an important charity with her song which is released today (Friday).

11-year-old Amanda Gleasure from Cordal is thrilled to have teamed up with Killarney singer songwriter Tom Lucey, her singing coach Lisa Curran, and Little Dylan Studios to release ‘Noticed’ in aid of AsIAm.ie for Autism Awareness Month.

The song, which includes video clips of autism families from across Ireland, will be available on Spotify and iTunes with purchases from the chosen music download site going directly AsIAm.ie, Ireland’s national Autism charity and advocacy which supports autism families across the country.

“I asked Lisa if I could record a song for charity,” Amanda, daughter of Tricia and James Gleasure, told the Killarney Advertiser.
“She said how about I do it for Autism. My friend has it and he’s remarkable. It’s brilliant to be part of the campaign.”

Tom Lucey wrote the lyrics and the song was recorded by producer, musician and sound engineer Brendan O'Connor in Little Dylan Studios in Killarney in mid-February.

“I want to thank Tom for the song,” the Kilmurry NS pupil said.
“He is an amazing artist and my idol. I also want to thank Lisa, she’s great. I miss singing with her. Also, Brendan O’Connor was so relaxed in the studio.”

Amanda’s mom Tricia added that they’re proud of her for wanting to help others.

“I’d like to thank the parents involved who helped Amanda and best of all it’s going to raise money for charity.”

To hear the song go to Spotify, iTunes or YouTube.