Get ready to take your pick between two spectacular new Hot Press covers, as we present our dual cover special issue – available to pre-order now!

This year's biggest breakout star Chappell Roan graces one cover, as we take a deep-dive into her phenomenal rise – while the legendary New York-formed, Dublin-bound rockers Interpol star on the other, to coincide with our fascinating interview with Paul Banks...

In a just a few short months, Chappell Roan has become the pop icon of the moment, courtesy of her extraordinary debut album, The Rise And Fall Of Midwest Princess, and a string of brilliantly successful live shows. But why have so many fallen madly in love with the Missouri sensation? And what about the controversies that have erupted around her exceptional forthrightness? Caroline Kelly digs deep into a remarkable story-so-far, encompassing toil, triumph, major controversies, unabashed queerness – and loads of unforgettable music...

With their Antics 20th anniversary tour about to hit Dublin on November 10 for a hotly anticipated 3Arena date, Interpol frontman Paul Banks discusses the '00s NYC rock scene, wild partying, U2, David Lynch, RZA and more – in conversation with Paul Nolan...

Elsewhere in this engrossing new issue:

“I plan on continuing until the wheels come off,” Bruce Springsteen says in Road Diary, a documentary account of how him and the E Street Band have conquered Planet Rock. His manager Jon Landau talks to Stuart Clark about The Boss’s enduring passion for music, his Irish love affair and his equally legendary pals Paul McCartney and Eddie Vedder...

The Pogues’ Spider Stacy discusses the upcoming 40th anniversary concert for Red Roses For Me, which sees a star-studded line-up celebrate the band’s classic debut album, as well as their immortal frontman Shane MacGowan...

The Pogues

Legendary blues guitarist, Joe Bonamassa, discusses his participation in two highly awaited Rory Gallagher tribute gigs, taking place in Cork next summer. Plus: Will Russell takes an in-depth look at a new boxset that compiles a vast array of performances at the Beeb, by Ireland’s unparalleled guitar genius, Rory Gallagher…

Soccer Mommy discusses her superb new album Evergreen, shoegaze influences, epic tours, and her extensive collection of guitars.

Soccer Mommy. Credit: Anna Pollack

Back with the brilliant Ecce Homo, Gavin Friday reflects on his Dublin youth, the changing face of Ireland, the tumultous state of politics, and his star-studded 50th birthday concert.

Folk supremos Amble discuss selling out three hotly-anticipated Olympia dates, supporting Crowded House and growing Stateside success.

As Maverick Sabre returns with Burn The Right Things Down, he sits down to discuss misdirected anger, Palestine solidarity, and homegrown hip-hop.

Maverick Sabre. Credit: Nahwand Jaff

Avant-punk maverick Meryl Streek discusses his searing new album, Songs For The Deceased...

As Post Punk Podge & The Technohippies return with Keep On Raving In The First World, the Limerick group’s masked frontman talks musical roots, mental health, sobriety, and his city’s DIY music scene.

Post Punk Podge & The Technohippies - Keep On Raving In The First World (2024)

Joining the Gangs Of London cast; starring in The Day Of The Jackal; and sunning himself in Greece with Keeley Hawkes… Even by his own workaholic standards, 2024 has been a frenetic year for Richard Dormer – who talks professional killers, cop dramas, sci-fi (mis)adventures, Richard Harris, Samuel L. Jackson, Stanley Tucci, Snow Patrol and lots more with Stuart Clark.

Writer-director Sean Baker discusses his Palme d’Or-winning new movie Anora, filming sex scenes, being influenced by Hal Ashby, and getting the nod from Tarantino...

Anora (2024)

In his first major interview, Michael Hawkes speaks to Jason O'Toole about the horrors he endured at the hands of his adoptive uncle, Monsignor Benjamin Hawkes, one of the most powerful Catholic clergymen in America – who he's now taking legal action against...

As the Israeli onslaught on Lebanon worsens the already fraughts situation in the Middle East, Sereen Sarhan offers her unique perspective on the horrific unfolding events.

Plus, we present our special Mental Health Feature; round up all the action from our unforgettable A New Local Hero live finale; and bring you even more interviews, reviews, and news – and lots more besides...

All that's left to do now is take your pick between our fantastic two covers, and pre-order your copy of the new issue of Hot Press below...