Imelda May: ‘We have to focus on being human and being kind’

Bringing women’s stories to light, racism and leaving the world a better place – Imelda May looks at the big picture with Aoife Barry

Imelda May pictured at The Everyman Theatre, Cork, June 2024. Picture: Michael O'Sullivan

“I have produced all of my albums, I’ve co-produced, I write on the albums – I’m in the studio rolling up my sleeves and I listen to every take. I’m mixing, I’m editing… and never get asked about it.”

Imelda May is sitting in a Dublin cafe, eating porridge and reflecting on what it’s like to be a female musician and producer.