Hozier, born Andrew John Hozier-Byrne on March 17, 1990, in Bray, County Wicklow, Ireland, is an Irish singer-songwriter and musician. He gained international acclaim with his 2013 debut single “Take Me to Church,” which earned him a Grammy nomination for Song of the Year in 2015.
Hozier’s musical style blends elements of folk, soul, and blues, often incorporating religious and literary themes. His self-titled debut album, released in 2014, achieved commercial success, charting in multiple countries and selling over a million copies. His 2019 follow-up, “Wasteland, Baby!”, debuted at number one on the U.S. Billboard 200 chart.
In August 2023, Hozier released “Unreal Unearth,” an album inspired by Dante’s “Inferno,” exploring themes of the nine circles of Hell. He further expanded this work with the “Unheard” EP in March 2024 and the “Unaired” EP in August 2024. In December 2024, he released “Unreal Unearth: Unending,” a deluxe edition featuring additional tracks from these EPs.
Hozier continues to tour, with his “Unreal Unearth Tour” extending into 2025 due to high demand. The tour includes performances at various festivals and venues across the U.S. and Canada.
In December 2024, Hozier paid tribute to the late Shane MacGowan by performing “Fairytale of New York” on “Saturday Night Live,” earning praise for his rendition.
For the latest updates on Hozier’s music and tour dates, you can visit his official website or follow him on social media platforms like Instagram and Twitter.