New Irish Songs To Hear This Week

GavinDaVinci, 'Superman' [prod. Kean Kavanagh]

The worlds of PX Music and Soft Boy Records collide, as Hot Press's 'Hot for 2021' Irish Act GavinDaVinci teams up with Kean Kavanagh for 'Superman' – the first of many upcoming collaborations between the two.  The Co. Tipperary native once again establishes himself as a phenomenal lyrical talent.

Cherym, 'Kisses On My Cards'

Hotly-tipped Derry trio Cherym are serving up a zingy, fearless new recipe for pop punk with their latest single. 'Kisses On My Cards' is about vocalist Hannah Richardson, who is bisexual, falling in love with a man for the first time "in a long time." The power pop anthem arrives just in time to be the perfect antidote to a Hallmark Valentine's Day.

Matthew Harris, 'A Difficult Winter'

This introspective new single, from the frequent Malaki collaborator Matthew Harris is reminiscent of Bon Iver and James Blake. That said, it also stunningly reflects Harris' own unique style and soulful vocal. 'A Difficult Winter' marks a new era for Harris. Bossanova-inspired R&B beats are traded in for an immersive soundscape of melancholy guitar and bass. Harris' first-rate voice take centre stage, reflecting on the year and the challenges it brought.

Blue Fish Diamond, 'Sunshine In My Brain'

On this Gavin Glass-produced track, Blue Fish Diamond explore anxiety, despair, hope and catharsis. The stunningly sparse vocal and string arrangement, reminiscent of ‘70s classic rock, gives way to driving percussion and swelling choral voices. A hopeful tune perfect for these dark winter days.

Dani Larkin, ‘Love Part Three’

Ahead of the release of her debut album, Notes For A Maiden Warrior, later this year, Dani Larkin continues to mark herself as a captivating new presence on the Irish alt-folk scene – in the vein of Anna Mieke, Lemoncello and Niamh Regan – with ‘Love Part Three’. Poignantly exploring themes of love and loss, the track is a timely reminder of the importance of togetherness and kinship during difficult times.

Lost Boys, 'Hindsight'

This Limerick indie-pop quartet are experimenting with expansive, anthemic sounds on their debut EP Honey Mustard. The irresistibly catchy opening track, 'Hindsight', makes brilliant use of punchy pop guitar and lead singer Peadar Storey's soaring vocals in a song about the torment of hindsight. This EP is not to be missed.

Trappiiee, 'Warning'

Flying the flag for Monaghan, Trappiiee blurs the boundaries between trap and and Afroswing, while drawing influence from the like J Hus and Rema, on his new five-track EP, AfroTapes, out today. Born in Zimbabwe and raised in Ireland, he recently launched his own label, Trapworld Records – and is poised for major success on these shores and beyond.

Christian Cohle, 'Holy Trouble'

After being tipped as one of the Hot Press 'Hot For 2021' Irish Acts, Christian Cohle is back with 'Holy Trouble' – the title-track from his highly anticipated debut album, out next week. Described by Cohle as "an angry song", the single explores themes of grief, acceptance and courage.

Ultan Conlon feat. Gaby Morena, 'The River Flows'

Following the release of There's A Waltz last year, Ultan Conlon is back with 'The River Flows'. He revisit the track – which originally featured on his 2016 album Songs Of Love So Cruel – with a powerful new reimagined version, featuring Latin Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter Gaby Morena.

Aoife Carton, 'Who I Am Today'

Determined to write about subjects she is passionate about, like mental health, sexual violence, and toxic relationships, newcomer Aoife Carton's latest single 'Who I Am Today' is about overcoming every hurdle she has been faced with in the past, and driving forward to become the person she is now. A soulful and poignant offering from the Dubliner.

Listen to the Hot Press 'New Irish Songs To Hear This Week' playlist below: