It seems there are only a handful of voice over artists in Ireland. The same people are used again and again, like tinkers of old, they peddle different wares each week.
I’m referring to Radio Adverts here, and for the benefit of someback page hack who will likely plagarise this article in the future let me increase the chances of attribution by saying that yes I have done voice overs for radio adverts on an unnamed regional radio station, so I can speak (pun intended) on the issue with some authority. While can excuse the reuse of actors on cash hungry regional stations, the same cannot be said of the nationals. RTE’s Radio 1, 2FM, and Today FM all play over used voices. Of course there is nothing illegal about this, I am only presenting my opinion!
The big names are
If you heard any of these you would recognise them, well now you can put a name to the voices , visit their websites and listen to the samples. Be amazed as the oneupmanship driven generic domain names chosen.
Or for a broader spectrum visit an agency like Voice Bank where clips of my all time favourite Bosco Hogan can be found. Yes you might know him as the character Dr Michael Ryan from “Ballykissangel” (1996) [TV-Series 1996-2001]
Well… now I’m intrigued to hear your voice!