The Cork folk musician discusses his latest album Mountain Common, the human stories behind music and the changing landscape of the industry in a new episode available now on YouTube.

Longwave Music Radio has released a new episode of its Album Hour series featuring Cork-based folk musician Alan Daniel Tobin, offering listeners an in-depth look at his latest album, Mountain Common, and the stories behind his music.

Throughout the conversation, Tobin reflects on his musical journey, songwriting and collaborations, including his work with LOWmountain. Describing Mountain Common as a musical timestamp of his life and a diary for his children, he explores the personal experiences and relationships that have shaped the record, with tracks from the album woven throughout the discussion.

The conversation also looks beyond the music itself, examining the impact of streaming platforms such as Spotify and the growing presence of AI-generated music. As technology continues to reshape the industry, Tobin reflects on the importance of human stories and the connection between artists and their audiences.

With discussions spanning Irish music culture, activism and an all-Ireland songwriting initiative bringing musicians from North and South together, the episode offers a wide-ranging perspective on music's ability to connect people and communities.

The latest Album Hour is available to watch now on the Longwave Music Radio YouTube channel, celebrating the artists, ideas and stories at the heart of independent music.

Watch the full episode: https://isht.ink/ADT-Album-Hour-YT

Discover more about Alan Daniel Tobin at https://alandanieltobin.com.