"Our favourite act in Ireland"- that's what Nile Rogers from Chic had to say about Brian Deady.

The Corkman dropped into Fergal D'Arcy for a chat and a live session following the release of his incredible second album 'Black Diamond' earlier this month. He spoke to Ferg about the process of writing the new album, how he's finding being back on the road again and the joys of getting covered in mud for his 'Black Diamond' video.

It's been nearly 3 years since the last album and today I'm very proud and excited to share with you the new one ..'Black Diamond'..here's the title track Share and Enjoy X Spotify https://t.co/GHqiqhFmlXiTunes/Apple https://t.co/IbP0BYpTp2Amazon https://t.co/oh0Y1wsVig pic.twitter.com/bzBgCJclC6

— Brian Deady (@Briandeady) September 14, 2018

Brian treated us to an incredible acoustic version of his new single '9 Cents & 2 Dollars', check out the video for it here:

He also did an amazing cover of Future Islands 'Seasons' and got a huge response from our listeners:

"Goose bumps all over! what a voice love- his new album it's class this song stays with you all day when you hear it"

"Adore Brian! What an album. He put on an unbelievable show in Mike the pies last Thursday night. Really looking forward to Dolans"

"Serious tune Brian, great to hear you back on the airwaves. Keep it lit."

If you fancy seeing Brian live, here are some of his upcoming dates:

Oct 12 Drumcliffe Church Sligo

Oct 20 Dolans Limerick

Oct 26 Project Waterford

Oct 27 Cork Opera house

Check out more on his website, here. 

To catch the full chat press the play button on the image on the top of the screen