The festival, which takes place in a variety of venues across Dublin, is currently looking for Irish musicians, bands and singer-songwriters to perform at the event. Aspiring musicians are encouraged to apply now through the festival’s official website before applications close on July 14.

This is the 15th year HWCH is running and aims to be another huge success this year.

This year, however, organisers First Music Contact have made some changes, with the festival now taking place in September this year and a smaller line-up for a more competitive edge. As well as that, the live showcases will only take place on the Friday and Saturday nights this year with other events expected to be planned for the Thursday.

First Music Contact aim to showcase the best of Irish talent as well as help fund and support artists. Some of last year’s successes include Soulé, Elm, Talos and Loah with past showcases including Hozier, The Coronas, Le Galaxie and Hare Squead.