David Keenan continues his path to global domination as the cover star of our first Hot Press issue of the decade. To celebrate, we're bringing you all the behind the scenes action from the shoot.

In the video below, Hot Press photographer Miguel Ruiz discusses the inspiration behind the shoot:

"We were discussing the concept of nudity in his lyrics and his video – both metaphorically, and as an image in his work," Miguel says. "When we finished the shoot at the boat, that idea was stuck in his head. He liked the idea, and he thought we should give it a try."

David Keenan has surpassed all expectations with his brilliant debut, A Beginner's Guide To Bravery, which takes a deep dive into bohemian urban life. In an in-depth interview in our new issue, out now, Pat Carty catches up with an artist set to define the 2020 zeitgeist.

Go behind the scenes of David Keenan's cover shoot below:

Pick up your copy of the Hot Press Hot For 2020 issue now!