The Dubliners – The Definitive Transatlantic Collection / Essential! Records Audio CD 1997 / ESM CD 518

UPC 5017615851823

Product Details:

• Label: Essential! Records – ESM CD 518
• Format: CD, Compilation
• Country: UK
• Released: 1997
• Genre: Folk, World, & Country

Overview

The Definitive Transatlantic Collection brings together some of the finest songs from the legendary Irish folk band The Dubliners. Formed in 1962, The Dubliners gained international fame for their lively renditions of Irish folk songs, ballads, and instrumental pieces. With iconic lead singers Luke Kelly and Ronnie Drew at the helm, the band became one of the most influential folk acts of their era. Known for their raucous, authentic Irish sound, they garnered critical and popular success with songs such as “Seven Drunken Nights” and “McAlpine's Fusiliers,” which are featured on this compilation.

Throughout their fifty-year career, The Dubliners were known for their political ballads and rebellious spirit, often taking on controversial themes and performing in venues across Europe and America. This collection highlights their powerful storytelling and passionate performances, celebrating the band's rich history and their enduring legacy in the world of folk music.

Track Listing:

1. The Wild Rover – 3:13
2. The Ragman's Ball – 2:09
3. The Holy Ground – 2:16
4. Tramps And Hawkers – 3:06
5. The Rocky Road To Dublin – 2:34
6. The Banks Of The Roses – 2:14
7. The Swallow Tail Reel – 2:52
8. Reels: The Sligo Maid / Colonel Rodney – 2:32
9. The Woman From Wexford – 2:44
10. The Patriot Game – 4:24
11. Roisin Dubh – 4:15
12. Air: Fa La La Lo – 3:40
13. Reel: My Love Is In America – 2:04
14. The Kerry Recruit – 4:18
15. The Leaving Of Liverpool – 4:56
16. Finnegan's Wake – 3:05
17. The Sea Around Us – 3:00
18. McAlpine's Fusiliers – 2:50
19. Hot Asphalt – 3:20
20. The Glendalough Saint – 3:00
21. Within A Mile Of Dublin – 2:00
22. Will You Come To The Bower – 4:30
23. Boulavogue – 2:51
24. Walking In The Dew – 1:20

Key Credits:

• Lead Vocals: Luke Kelly, Ronnie Drew
• Guitar: Barney McKenna
• Banjo: John Sheahan
• Accordion: Jimmy Ferguson
• Producer: Various