Trad singer Damien Dempsey has confirmed two Dublin gigs – in the Button Factory on October 4, and Vicar St. on December 22.

Dempsey, whose last album, 2008's The Rocky Road saw him collaborate with his heroes The Dubliners, will launch new album Almighty Love at the Button Factory gig. It gets its official release on September 28.

The album was written in Dublin and London, recorded in New Air Studios, London and produced by Dempsey's long-term collaborator, John Reynolds.

"Thanks to all the brilliant fans who have been so patient waiting on this album", says the Donaghmede man. "I hope it lifts all your hearts. Thanks for the support. See youz along the road."

'Til we get our mitts on Almighty Love, here's Damo's cover of Shane MacGowan's gorgeous 'Rainy Night In Soho'.