We're delighted to announce Owen Rua as our next act on the new edition of Hot Press Lockdown Sessions' Y&E Series – going live on the Hot Press Instagram at 7.30pm tonight!

Tralee singer-songwriter Owen Rua has established himself as one of the country's most hotly tipped emerging singer-songwriters, with passionate acoustic performances across Ireland. He released his debut single, 'Do You Ever Think Of Me?' earlier this year.

The Y&E Series continues to shine a light on some of the best new and emerging talent that Ireland has to offer in 2020. Following the success of the previous two editions of the Y&E Series, you can once again expect 40 brilliant acts to join Hot Press on Instagram for special live-streamed performances.

Watch Owen Rua tonight, November 5, as part of the Hot Press Lockdown Sessions' The Y&E Series, supported by the Department of Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media – live on the Hot Press Instagram (@hotpressmagazine) at 7.30pm.

Up next on the Y&E Series...

Friday, November 6: PADRAIG CAHILL
Having built up his ever-growing following as a busker, Padraig Cahill continues to establish himself as a compelling young artist.

Saturday, November 7: JUNIOR BROTHER
Kerry singer-songwriter Junior Brother has enjoyed a landmark few years – touring with The Proclaimers, Lankum, Glen Hansard and The Murder Capital. His debut album, Pull The Right Rope, released last year, was nominated for the Choice Music Prize Album of the Year.

Sunday, November 8: DYLAN HARCOURT
Rising to prominence as a busker on the streets of Dublin, Dylan Harcourt draws influence from the likes of Hozier, Glen Hansard and Damien Rice. With lauded performances at Electric Picnic and Ferrara Buskers Festival under his belt, he released his Icarus EP in 2018.

Monday, November 9: AMY MONTGOMERY
Poised for international stardom, Belfast-based artist Amy Montgomery has emerged as one of the country's most thrilling new talents. She released her latest single, 'Anywhere', last month.

Tuesday, November 10: AOIFE SCOTT
Born into the legendary Black Family, award-winning artist Aoife Scott is steadily rising to the top of the traditional and folk music scene in Ireland. Her new album Homebird was released earlier this year.