A Parcel of Rogues
The Dubliners · 1995
46 min · 12 tracks · folk · Irish folk music
Traditional Irish melodies intertwine with spirited harmonies and storytelling, embodying the heart of folk music.
Why this album works
This album is significant for its revival of interest in traditional Irish music during the 1990s, coinciding with the Celtic Tiger economic boom in Ireland. It received positive critical reception and contributed to the band's continued relevance within the folk genre, helping inspire a new generation of Irish musicians.
- Career context
- By the time 'A Parcel of Rogues' was released in 1995, The Dubliners were already established as a leading force in Irish folk music, having formed in 1962. This album marked their return after a period of lineup changes, showcasing a blend of new and classic influences while maintaining their signature style.
- Stylistic neighbors
- My Bloody Valentine· The Cranberries· Gilbert O'Sullivan· The Boomtown Rats· Kate Bush· Enya· Sinéad O'Connor· David Bowie
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Spanish Lady 3:49
- 2 Foggy Dew Standout 4:52
- 3 Kid on the Mountain 3:10
- 4 Avondale 2:46
- 5 The Acrobats / Village Bells 3:42
- 6 Blantyre Explosion 3:46
- 7 False Hearted Lover 3:52
- 8 Thirty Foot Trailer Standout 3:42
- 9 Boulavogue 4:14
- 10 Doherty's Reel / Down the Broom / Honeymoon Reel 3:39
- 11 Parcel of Rogues Standout 4:24
- 12 Killieburne Brae 4:23
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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