‘Meet Me By The River’ is the latest single from Matt McManamon. It’s a tender track that sings of his hometown of Liverpool. His unique take on folk and country music combine into something endlessly catchy, and emotionally impactful. “I wrote this song as somewhat of a homecoming anthem or perhaps homesick anthem after some years in London during my 20s,” he explains. “As with many songs in the past 2 years, its meaning has evolved, and now living in Ireland I feel even more drawn to the need to revisit those streets where I grew up and where my musical influences were first formed.” McManamon’s debut album, Scally Folk, is out now and he has just announced a UK tour. -Dan Peeke