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Keith Semple has released his third EP since appearing on Season 9 of The Voice.

And that marks the second major release from Keith and his musical partners this year in spite of a pretty major physical setback.

Back in the spring, Keith broke his wrist in a fall, and it had to be surgically repaired.

He’s kept fans updated on his recovery via Instagram, including posting a video of himself attempting pull-ups earlier this month, for the first time since the injury.

But it obviously hasn’t affect his musical output.

The new “5 O’Clock” EP is named after its title track, a catchy tune Keith calls “an American/Irish drinking song.”

You can check out the music video below. As for the Irish twist, it’s entirely appropriate. Keith is from Ireland.

Keith and the Semple Band — which also includes Valentine Bennett, Johnny Jannotti and Drew Johnson — have a busy schedule of show dates this summer. You can check those out on their Facebook page or website.

Keith’s other major release this year came from The Cyberiam, a progressive rock/metal band he formed with Frank Lucas, Tommy Murray and Brian Kovovacs.

They released an album in February and have three music videos out. As for live shows, they’ll be back in action in October, according to the band’s Facebook page.

For those who don’t remember, Keith was a Top 20 finisher on Season 9 of The Voice.

Here’s the music video for “5 O’Clock” from the EP by the same name.