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After the Break

Planxty · 1979

48 min · 10 tracks · Celtic rock · Irish folk music

A vibrant tapestry of traditional Irish melodies interwoven with contemporary folk sensibilities and spirited instrumentation.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic emotional journeys
  • long, immersive listening sessions
  • layered, dense sonic textures
  • wave-like pacing and flow

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1979, 'After the Break' was Planxty's fifth album, coming after a brief hiatus and lineup changes that included new member Matt Molloy. This release solidified their reputation as pioneers of the Celtic rock movement, blending traditional Irish music with modern arrangements.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 The Good Ship Kangaroo 4:35
  • 2 East at Glendart / Brian O'Lynn / Pay the Reckoning 3:46
  • 3 You Rambling Boys of Pleasure 7:51
  • 4 The Blackberry Blossom / Lucky in Love / The Dairy Maid 3:14
  • 5 The Rambling Siúler 4:22
  • 6 The Lady on the Island / The Gatehouse Maid / The Virginia / Callaghan's 5:00
  • 7 The Pursuit of Farmer Michael Hayes 6:12
  • 8 Lord McDonald / The Chattering Magpie 4:13
  • 9 The Bonny Light Horseman 4:33
  • 10 Smeceno Horo 4:34

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