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Paddy Hanna’s second album, 2018’s Frankly, I Mutate was hailed by critics as “essential’ (Uproxx), “Superb” (The Quietus) and “As Brilliantly distinctive as they come” (Sunday Business Post). He also received considerable coverage in Stereogum, with Journalist Ryan Leas hailing him as an unsung hero of the Irish music scene. The album’s critical success also led to various festival appearances such as Primavera and Electric Picnic, along with an unexpected tour with soul Legend Billy Ocean. 2019 will see Hanna continue to tour the album, swell as beginning work on his third album, due for release in 2020. PRAISE FOR FRANKLY, I MUTATE ‘On Frankly, I Mutate, he has mutated into something rather unique and incredibly interesting indeed.” The Irish Times “Inspired stuff” 8/10 – Hot Press “As brilliantly distinctive as they come” **** Sunday Business Post “Simply wonderful” 9/10 The Last Mixed Tape "One of the most promising young songwriters in Ireland” – Stereogum   “Barnstorming” – NME       “Elegant, absorbing stuff” – Loud & Quiet Nialler9 - Top 10 album of the year The Thin Air - Top 10 album of the year The Last Mixed Tape - Top 10 album of the year Irish Times - Top 10 album of the year The Point Of Everything - Top 10 album of the year