Jimmy MacCarthy: "I'm not in the business of defaming anybody at this stage. But over 40 years… That's a long time to stay quiet, isn't it?"

After a decade out of the spotlight, Jimmy MacCarthy is back – with a run of sold-out shows in October, and plans to re-release two of his classic ‘90s albums. During a visit to <i>Hot Press,</i> the revered songwriter reflects on an extraordinary journey through life and music, and reveals the stories behind some of Ireland’s most beloved songs, including ‘Ride On’ and ‘No Frontiers’.