The first ever issue of Hot Press featured Rory Gallagher ahead of his headlining performance at the Macroom Festival in 1977. Since then, the magazine has blazed a trail, championing the best in Irish and international music, while generating controversy and accolades along the way...

Click on the year of your choice below– from 1977 to today! – to browse the Hot Press Covers Gallery.

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