For the last two years, it may have seemed impossible to imagine the return of things like in-store gigs - especially considering how the pilot scheme of socially-distanced live shows was only in operation last summer.

However, Gavin James is embarking on a nationwide tour to launch his new album that will take in several in-store gigs, as well as evening concerts in music venues.

The Dubliner releases his third album 'The Sweetest Part' on July 22nd and will play a number of Golden Discs branches, where he will also sign copies of the album.

See below for the full dates:

Thursday July 21st – Ballykeefe Amphitheatre, Kilkenny – Album launch concert

Friday July 22nd – Golden Discs, Kilkenny – 1pm Instore signing

Saturday July 23rd – Golden Discs, Dundrum, Dublin – 2pm Instore signing

Sunday July 24th – Golden Discs, Waterford – 2pm Instore signing

Sunday July 24th – The Haven, Dunmore East, Waterford – Album launch concert

Monday July 25th – Golden Discs, Galway – 4pm Instore signing

Wednesday July 27th – Golden Discs Drogheda – 4pm Instore signing

Wednesday July 27th – Spirit Store, Dundalk – Album launch concert

Thursday July 28th – Golden Discs Cork – 5pm Instore signing

Friday July 29th – Sea Church, Ballycotton, Cork – Album launch concert