Emily Boyle

Jan 24, 2025 | hotpress.com | Emily Boyle

Kyle Falconer, lead singer of The View, announced the release of his third solo album The One I Love The Most – out February 7. He dropped the second single off the project yesterday, titled ‘Grace.’ The song is a reinvented version of the opening track from The View’s 2011 album Bread and Circuses. Falconer also announced a series of in-store performances and record-signings beginning in February, followed by a UK tour in March.

Jan 23, 2025 | hotpress.com | Emily Boyle

Gary Lightbody, lead singer of Snow Patrol, will release his new book The Forest is the Path – out March 13. The book, named after Snow Patrol's 2024 album, provides deeper insight into the creation of the record and Lightbody’s personal life. The official Snow Patrol store will carry an exclusive signed edition of the book, which will also be available in eBook and audiobook formats.

Jan 23, 2025 | hotpress.com | Emily Boyle

The film and TV industry in Ireland adds €1 billion to the economy, a new report finds. Released by Screen Ireland / Fís Éireann, this figure averages data from 2021-2023, representing 15,899 full time jobs and €890 million in labour compensation. Today, Screen Ireland hosted an event in Dublin’s City Hall to discuss the future of the industry, and announced 80 new productions on their 2025 slate of supported projects.

Jan 23, 2025 | hotpress.com | Emily Boyle

Irish musician Maria Kelly has released ‘His Parents’ House’ today, the fifth single off her upcoming album Waiting Room – out February 28. The song, inspired by boygenius, addresses the housing crisis in Ireland. It's lyrics tell the story of Kelly and her partner moving into his family's home – something common for many young adults looking to save money. She reflects on this reality, and the loss of her independence.

Jan 23, 2025 | hotpress.com | Emily Boyle

Wunderhorse have announced they can no longer support Fontaines D.C. on their Australian and New Zealand tour. The band will also postpone their headline shows that were scheduled to begin in March. “We want to thank Fontaines D.C. for taking us on this journey so far. We are grateful and humbled to have been offered such a great opportunity but, due to unforeseen personal circumstances, we are unable to make the trip in March,” they wrote on an Instagram story.