It has been a year of ups and downs for new Irish music magazine State .

Following six outings on the nation’s newstands, the magazine is now joining such titles as Analogue, Connected and Totally Dublin in the free-of-charge zone.

The latest issue of the magazine will be available nationwide from today. Readers can also subscribe for the price of a stamp and envelope or read a digital issue of the mag online.

Issue number seven features interviews with Kings Of Leon, Fight Like Apes, The Blizzards and more