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Released 20 years ago

Draíocht

David Flynn · 2006

52 min · 13 tracks · traditional folk music

An enchanting blend of traditional Irish folk melodies and global rhythms, celebrating both the whimsical and the profound.

Top tracks — play these first

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    The Tempest in Mali — This track opens the album with a striking fusion of African rhythms and Irish melodies, setting the tone for Flynn's adventurous musical journey.
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    Stone Walls — A poignant reflection on resilience, this track showcases Flynn's lyrical depth through vivid imagery that evokes emotional landscapes.
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    Beautifiul Freaks Like Us — This piece encapsulates the album's playful spirit with its lively tempo and engaging harmonies, inviting listeners into a world of imaginative storytelling.
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    Inisheer/Louie's Waltz — A beautifully arranged medley that highlights Flynn's skillful instrumentation, blending traditional waltz elements with innovative arrangements.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 The Tempest in Mali 6:12
  • 2 The Mad Magician 4:00
  • 3 The Mad Magician's Daughter 1:22
  • 4 Stone Walls 6:27
  • 5 The Magical Reel/Cinderella's Slipper 4:30
  • 6 Beautifiul Freaks Like Us 2:58
  • 7 The Afro-Classical Jig 1:39
  • 8 Ducks 4:50
  • 9 The Monument/The Crickets March Over The Saltbox 2:56
  • 10 Woodlands 3:39
  • 11 Inisheer/Louie's Waltz 5:12
  • 12 Lullaby 4:43
  • 13 Drowsy Maggie/The Coming of Spring 4:28

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