Down the Old Plank Road: The Nashville Sessions
The Chieftains · 2002
54 min · 14 tracks · folk
Traditional Irish melodies intertwine with Americana, creating a rich tapestry of folk sounds and heartfelt storytelling.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic journey with emotional peaks
- nostalgic storytelling through melodies
- headphone detail hunting and discovery
- playful energy for group settings
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- seek consistent, high-energy pace
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By 2002, The Chieftains were already celebrated icons in the world of folk music, having formed in 1962. 'Down the Old Plank Road' marked their continued exploration of American roots music, following their acclaimed projects that blended traditional Irish tunes with various genres, notably their Grammy-winning collaborations.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Bothy Band· Altan· Lúnasa
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Down the Old Plank Road 2:02
- 2 Country Blues 3:15
- 3 Sally Goodin 3:15
- 4 Dark as a Dungeon 3:25
- 5 Cindy 2:38
- 6 Molly Bán (Bawn) 4:48
- 7 Don’t Let Your Deal Go Down 2:42
- 8 Ladies Pantalettes / Belles of Blackville / First House in Connaught 4:17
- 9 Whole Heap of Little Horses 2:46
- 10 Rain and Snow 2:52
- 11 I’ll Be All Smiles Tonight 4:30
- 12 Tennessee Stud 3:08
- 13 Katie Dear 4:27
- 14 Give the Fiddler a Dram (finale) 10:18
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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