25th Anniversary Celebration
Altan · 2010
56 min · 15 tracks · world music
A vibrant tapestry of traditional Irish tunes interwoven with heartfelt vocals celebrating a rich cultural heritage.
Top tracks — play these first
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I Wish My Love Was a Red Red Rose — This track elegantly marries poignant lyrics with lush instrumentation, illustrating Altan's ability to blend traditional themes with emotive storytelling.
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Mo Ghaoil — The haunting melody and passionate delivery in this piece encapsulate the emotional depth that Altan brings to their music, making it a standout moment on the album.
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As I Roved Out — This song showcases Altan’s skillful arrangement and harmony, offering a lively interpretation of a classic folk narrative that resonates with listeners.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends traditional and original pieces with strong craftsmanship, though it may not have widespread influence.
What we noticed
- Many tracks include both vocal and instrumental sections, often alternating between the two to maintain engagement.
- The last three tracks slow down the tempo significantly, creating a reflective conclusion to the album.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady melodic exploration
- heartfelt vocals with warmth
- celebratory tunes for gatherings
- rich instrumentation details
- nostalgic reflections on tradition
Maybe skip if you
- seeking instant gratification
- prefer standalone tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time '25th Anniversary Celebration' was released in 2010, Altan had established themselves as leading figures in Irish folk music, having formed in 1987. This album not only commemorated their significant journey but also showcased their growth as artists through the reinterpretation of classic tunes and original compositions over the years.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Lúnasa· The Chieftains· Clannad
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Is the Big Man Within? / Tilly Finn’s Reel 3:53
- 2 Cití na gCumann 4:04
- 3 The Roseville 2:20
- 4 I Wish My Love Was a Red Red Rose 3:44
- 5 Dónal agus Mórag 4:28
- 6 Mo Ghaoil 4:19
- 7 Bog an Lochain / The Margaree Reel / The Humours of Westport 3:34
- 8 A Tune for Frankie 3:24
- 9 Molly na gCuach Ní Chuilleannáin 2:39
- 10 Soilse na Nollag 5:17
- 11 As I Roved Out 4:02
- 12 The Sunset 3:47
- 13 Gleanntáin Ghlas Ghaoth Dobhair 3:37
- 14 Comb Your Hair and Curl It / Gweebarra Bridge 3:54
- 15 Dún Do Shúil 3:34
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