Katie returns to JOY after her break and makes a start on the long list of great songs that were released while she was away. She discovers why Irish artist Hozier is a lesbian icon, tells the story of her dramatic overseas ‘holiday’, and reconnects with her fabulous listeners. Here is the playlist:

De Selby (Part 1) – Hozier

Lover’s Race – Minor Gold

St Patrick & St Michael – The Night Parrots

Tenderly – Isabel Rumble

Between Tonight & Tomorrow (Reprise) – Matt Joe Gow

Wish I Was a Single Girl Again – Sophie May

Numb – Didirri

You at the Top of the Driveway – Maple Glider

Cup A Tea (Live) – Carus Thompson

Above: Isabel Rumble’s Bird Be Brave album cover art by Emily Eliades