Paddy Hanna has released double single ‘What’s New Pussycat’ and ‘Walk on By’ via Strange Brew.
Honouring one of Hanna’s most beloved personal heroes, the renditions tease a large-scale Bacharach homage project due for release in late 2026, which follows last year’s acclaimed OYLEGATE album (4 stars, The Irish Times).
In 2019, Hanna supported Bacharach for two nights in Dublin’s Iveagh Gardens and at the Galway International Arts Festival, where the six-time GRAMMY award winner was so impressed with Hanna’s opening performance, that he invited him onstage for an ecstatic encore in Galway, performing ‘Raindrops Keep Falling On My Head’ (watch here).
During a difficult period of his life, Bacharach’s act of kindness transformed Paddy’s outlook, where today the memory continues to fuel his determination, love and his mission to share irresistible songs with the world.
Heartfelt and uplifting, the joyous tribute release brings Bacharach’s timeless music to life with Paddy’s wit, charm and infectious energy, introducing a fresh new era celebrating positivity, gratitude and the transformative power of kindness.
UPCOMING PERFORMANCES
12th – 14th June | Beyond The Pale
13th – 26th July | Galway International Arts Festival
30th July – 2nd August | All Together Now (sold out)
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