Irish singer songwriter Padraig Jack is set to release his sophomore album These Shores on October 11 , following his successful 2020 debut Making Sand.

Lead single ‘Long Street’ is a hopeful song about looking for the positives and trying to make the best out of the journey and hurdles that life throws at you. The music video features a montage of Padraig's loved ones, as well as clips from his previous gigs.

The single features musical contributions from Steve Wickham, a member of The Waterboys and In Tua Nua. It also features Clare Kenny, a bass player who has worked with Indigo Girls and Sinéad O’Connor.

• Check out the music video for new single 'Long Street'.

A bilingual songwriter, Padraig blends Irish and English together to convey a rich sense of Irish identity. These Shores also features songs with contributions from the writer’s family and friends, such as Padraig’s dad and siblings. Other tracks from the record reflect the investment we make in our passions, and although we may struggle throughout the process, we have the potential to experience true fulfilment in the long run.

You can pre-save Jack's the new album These Shores here. The release will be accompanied by a celebration in Dublin’s Unitarian Church on October 25, with more shows lined up for Galway, Mayo, Tipperary and Waterford. For more information on venues and tickets visit the artist's website here.

These Shores Tracklisting:

These Shores
Lovely Stare
Little
Father To Son
What Is Love
Díolta Go hIfreann
Oíche Gheal
Atone
It Could Be Home
Long Street