Kerry singer-songwriter Junior Brother has enjoyed a landmark few years – touring with The Proclaimers, Lankum, Glen Hansard and The Murder Capital. His debut album, Pull The Right Rope, released last year, was nominated for the Choice Music Prize Album of the Year.

Playing some new tunes – including 'No Country for Young Men' from his forthcoming album – and some old fan favourites, Junior Brother treated us to a beautiful set which included 'The Back of Her', and 'Witches Willow' from his first EP Fuck Off, I Love You. He also showcased his big guitar amp "for Big Joe Biden".

Watch Junior Brother's full performance below, and read on to see the rest of this week's lineup.

 

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Watch Johnny Bourke tonight, November 11, as part of the Hot Press Lockdown Sessions' The Y&E Series, supported by the Department of Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media – live on the Hot Press Instagram (@hotpressmagazine) at 7.30pm.

Wednesday, November 11: Johnny Bourke

Having already built up an ever-growing fanbase on the back of his irresistible, guitar-centred pop sound, Johnny Bourke releases his highly anticipated debut single, 'Can't Do Without', in July of this year.

Thursday, November 12: Zaska

Zaska is a supergroup of talent from across genres in the Irish music scene led by guitarist, songwriter, and producer Max Zaska. Max's guiding principles of community, positivity, and sustainability are central to his work with a changing lineup of players, that started with the band's original vocalist, Hozier.

Friday, November 13: Brad Heidi

The young Northern Irish singer-songwriter is releasing his brand new EP, 'Hearts Get Broken Sometimes', this Friday after two years of preparation. He released his introductory track, 'Wildfire', in May 2019 and has been building up a fanbase since touring Ireland with his guitar ever since.