Julia Jacklin, the Australian queen of folk, is coming to Ireland

Julia Jacklin is a rising star, just don’t tell her she’s a wise head on young shoulders. Ed Power talks to the Australian queen of folk in advance of her Irish gig

JULIA JACKLIN wept when she learned Leonard Cohen had passed away. She had never met the iconic crooner — or even seen him perform (she was on tour when he played her native Australia the final time).

However, as a folk singer trying to make sense of the world through her art, Jacklin felt an intense connection. Moreover, with Donald Trump elected president of the United States two days previously, it already felt the apocalypse was nigh. You’ll forgive her a few sniffles.