Shows at the Royal Hospital Kilmainham are among the ultimate highlights of Ireland's musical summer, and this fortnight Hot Press is building up towards the blockbusting gigs just around the corner.
Our cover stars Disclosure lead the way, as Olaf Tyaransen catches up with one half of the all-conquering dance duo. Sam Smith, Lorde and The Weeknd are all on the agenda as Guy Lawrence looks back on an extraordinary journey thus far.
Sigur Rós are no strangers to amazing adventures themselves, and as they tell Paul Nolan, their story is far from over. The same is true of Stereophonics, who are still going strong after two decades at the top – frontman Kelly Jones ponders music, life and the shadow of terrorism as they prepare to hit Irish shores.
While those luminaries are ready to arrive in Ireland, we could well see stars of our own fly the coop, as Overhead, The Albatross finally release their long-awaited debut album. Talking to Colm O'Regan, they discuss the lengthy delays – but explain why it was all worth the wait.
Taking less time is Jake Bugg, who is – quite preposterously – about to unleash LP No. 3 at the tender age of 22. Lessons learned and the state of the musical landscape are under the microscope as he meets Paul Nolan.
Newly elected TD Maureen O'Sullivan is the subject of the Hot Press Interview, as the 65-year-old outlines her positions on the burning social issues of the moment, as well as her background working with – and falling in love with – Tony Gregory.
There's also a look at the extraordinary events in American politics, as Niall Stanage reports on the fear and loathing in the time of Trump.
Elsewhere, Irvine Welsh discusses returning to his Trainspotting characters, Irish newcomers Fangclub reveal why they're ready to take on all comers, and the acclaimed Richard Linklater discusses his new film.
Add in our reviews on new offerings from Radiohead and Beyonce, the verdict on live turns from ELO and Rusangano Family, and all the usual news, views, reviews and previews you've come to expect, and we're not even halfway there – to read it all, pick up the brand new issue of Hot Press – on shelves tomorrow.
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