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.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Dubliners· The Wolfe Tones· The Cranberries
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
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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