Fake Saint (Sean McGrath) is an emerging Alt-Pop artist from Ireland.
He can cite Teddy Swims, Lewis Capaldi, and Sam Tompkins as supporters, with Teddy Swims having shared Fake Saint’s music on his own channels.
Known for his honest, authentic, and thought-provoking music, Fake Saint’s raw, powerful voice cuts through the noise to create songs that deeply resonate.
His lyrics explore vulnerability, personal struggles, and the complexities of the human experience, making each track feel like a transformative journey. Fake Saint’s music doesn’t just entertain; it challenges the norms, inviting reflection and connection.
As an artist who stays true to his voice and vision, Fake Saint is quickly becoming a standout in the music scene, offering a refreshing and bold perspective.
His name reflects his journey: “Fake” signifies the imposter syndrome and personas he’s adopted at times to fit in, while “Saint” represents his self-awareness, imperfect but always striving to improve. For Saint, the goal is to break barriers and bring people together.
His latest single Flatline sparked strong momentum across radio, press and online platforms, earning Track of the Week on 2FM, with Katja Mia calling it “giving Lewis Capaldi vibes,” alongside further Track of the Week support from Today FM, Spin South West and Beat. The release has since driven growing media attention and fan engagement, with coverage across RTÉ Entertainment, FM104, VIP Magazine, iRadio, Pure M Magazine and more.
Flatline also secured prominent playlist support, landing on New Music Friday across Hot Press, IMRO, iRadio, Beat and Beta Da Silva’s show, as well as influencer playlists including Conor Finn’s New Music Friday.
Further cementing his rising profile, Fake Saint was recently selected to perform as part of Virgin Media’s Six Sessions this year.