Blunt wants to settle in Ireland post retirement

British singer James Blunt is keen to settle in Ireland after retirement because it is a place 'that enjoys music'.

Blunt feels more comfortable in Ireland, contactmusic.com reports.

When on a radio show he was asked if he would retire in Ireland, he said: 'Absolutely. Irish people have music in their blood. The audiences want to be part of it. '

He also revealed his first tour as a musician was in Ireland.

'The reason we did it was because Ireland is a place that enjoys music. It was a very exciting time for me.'