In 1990, a young Dolores O’Riordan appeared in a local advertisement seeking a female singer for a band, then known as The Cranberry Saw Us. With just a demo in hand, she delivered a version of her self-penned song “Linger”—a track that would famously become their first hit. 🎶

Her unique voice and distinctive lyrical appeal immediately captivated the existing band members, securing her position as the lead vocalist. This crucial moment marked the beginning of The Cranberries (as they soon rebranded), a band that would quickly achieve international fame. 🌍

Under O’Riordan’s guidance, the band forged an unmistakably original sound, grounding alternative rock with Irish folk influences and catapulting them onto the world stage. Dolores’s entry into the band was not just a new chapter; it was a fundamental moment in the history of 90s music. 🎸✨