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Powerful Dublin Balladeer Damien Dempsey will be taking to the Hammersmith Irish Centre’s stage on Saturday, February 11 to mark the British launch of his new album Shots.

Since the release of his first commercial single in 1995 Dempsey has opened for Sinéad O’Connor, Bob Dylan and he’s set to be supporting The Levellers later this year.

His last album Seize The Day received rave reviews while his latest album Shots features many top musicians, including Michael McGoldrick and Brian Eno.

Musician Shane MacGowan bestows high praise upon the proud Dubliner and his work.

He said: “It’s angry, it’s humorous, it’s great music, it’s great lyrics. He’s similar to me as a songwriter. He sees the beauty that is Ireland and that is Ireland’s past and that can be Ireland’s future.”

Doors open 7.30pm.