In our new issue, we meet HP fave Josh Ritter, who chats openly about his new album The Beast In Its Tracks and the personal heartbreak that led to its inception. The iPad edition of this issue also features bonus Ritter material - including archived interviews with the Idaho singer, album reviews, photo galleries and video sessions. Head to the App Store for details.

Also in this issue, we reveal the finalists of the ALCATEL ONE TOUCH Big Break competition. The winner will feature on the cover of Hot Press, but we need YOU to vote for your favourite! Check out the full list and bios of those shortlisted.

Elsewhere, we talk to MayKay of Dublin electro-punk act Fight Like Apes. The band recently set up a fundit account with the aim of raising funds towards their new album, but have come under some criticism for setting the target at €20,000. Here, MayKay voices her thoughts on the issue.

In Frontlines meanwhile, Stuart Clark reports back from Cambodia - where he recently visited with Concern - while former Fine Gael Minister for Finance Richie Ryan takes part in this week's Hot Press Interview.

Over in Critical Mass, we review albums by Vampire Weekend, Solar Bears, Tyler The Creator and live performances by Pink, John Smith and Public Enemy.

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