Bold claim: Bluster Bhoy’s new track, All This Love, steers away from loud bravado and into a warmer, more real-life vibe that still carries a guitarist’s heart and a storyteller’s voice.
Behind the music — Bluster Bhoy
Bluster Bhoy, the project of Alan Tierney, has released his latest single, All This Love. We asked him the big questions to understand the man, the music, and the moments that shaped him.
Originally from Dublin and now based in Portarlington, Co. Laois, Alan has collaborated with acts such as Firstborn, Sidechain, Long Live Me, Chiral Labs, and Voodoo Labs.
All This Love comes from a recent burst of sessions at Red Lake Studios in Portlaoise and follows Bluster Bhoy’s prior releases, Lost & Found and A Complicated Thing Called Love.
Three things about Alan, in his own words
From aspiring professional soccer player to guitar-driven musician, Alan’s path shifted around age 14 or 15 when he discovered rock, metal, and grunge. Soccer gradually faded as guitar took the lead, much to his coach’s surprise.
He loves all music, especially guitar-based sounds or anything with a memorable riff or lead solo. His father introduced him to The Beatles, Eric Clapton, Led Zeppelin, and Jimi Hendrix early on, shaping his lifelong admiration for guitar.
In 2023 he released a vinyl album with Chiral (The Karnival of Chaos) and enjoyed a German tour, a dream come true.
How would you describe your music?
I’m a rock guy at heart. Guitar-driven music moves me, but All This Love leans mellow and grounded in real-life vibes. You’ll hear influences from The Beatles, with touches of Sting and The Police. I’d call it a blend of catchy hooks and storytelling, and because I’m into many genres, there’s always something surprising in there.
Who are your musical inspirations?
The Beatles are the foundational influence, followed by legends like Phil Lynott, Sting, Kurt Cobain, Jerry Cantrell, Tony Iommi, Chris Cornell, Brian May, James Hetfield, and Tobias Forge.
What was the first gig you ever went to?
Megadeth at the SFX in Dublin in 1995, with Corrosion of Conformity opening. It was my first show and my first crowd-surfing moment. MTV’s Headbangers Ball even filmed the gig, and I could spot myself in the crowd during the broadcast—pretty incredible.
What was the first record you ever bought?
Elton John’s greatest hits double album—a solid starting point for any music fan.
What’s your favorite song right now?
Two tracks are in constant rotation: Red Lake Magick’s Far Away Dreaming, for its lovely melody and holiday vibes, and Turnstile’s Birds, which is simply explosive and makes you want to jump.
Favorite lyric of all time?
Bob Marley and the Wailers’ Redemption Song resonates deeply: “Emancipate yourselves from mental slavery, None but ourselves can free our minds, Have no fear for atomic energy, Cause none of them can stop the time, How long shall they kill our prophets, While we stand aside and look, Some say it's just a part of it, We've got to fulfil the book.”
If you could only listen to one song for the rest of your life, what would it be?
Strawberry Fields Forever by The Beatles. It’s the perfect song.
Where can people find your music and learn more?
All things Bluster Bhoy, visit the official site at https://blusterbhoy.com/ for music, news, and updates.
Alan Corr
