‘I’ll always be recovering’

Stephen McMahon’s debut album, Half Blind, refers to his injuries after a car crash six years ago. Writing songs has sustained him through recovery and a relationship break-up, says Colette Sheridan

CORK singer/songwriter, Stephen McMahon’s new album, Half Blind refers to an horrific car crash that changed his life. It happened six years ago. McMahon, now 32, wasn’t wearing a seat belt. He was with three friends, including his former fiancée, and suffered severe injuries. He cracked his skull, lost the sight in his left eye, and lost his sense of smell.

McMahon, whose well-received debut EP is Deep Down, will release Half Blind, this summer. It is produced by All In Recordings in Manchester. McMahon will support Imelda May at Live At The Marquee in July, and a mooted appearance on Jools Holland’s TV show has yet to be confirmed.