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Drinkin' and Courtin'

The Dubliners · 1968

39 min · 15 tracks · folk · Irish folk music

A spirited collection of traditional Irish folk songs infused with lively instrumentation and heartfelt storytelling.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • spirited sing-along moments
  • short, lively listening sessions
  • heartfelt storytelling focus
  • traditional atmosphere

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1968, 'Drinkin' and Courtin'' was The Dubliners’ fifth studio album, solidifying their status as leading figures in the Irish folk revival. By this time, they had already gained significant popularity, especially following their earlier work which brought traditional Irish music to a wider audience.
Stylistic neighbors
The Clancy Brothers· The Chieftains· Planxty

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Dirty Old Town 2:50
  • 2 Quare Bungle Rye 2:31
  • 3 Peggy Gordon 2:01
  • 4 Rattling Roaring Willie 3:17
  • 5 Carolan Concerto 1:31
  • 6 The Herring 4:48
  • 7 The Parting Glass 2:25
  • 8 Maids, When You're Young, Never Wed an Old Man 3:25
  • 9 Gentleman Soldier 2:05
  • 10 Hand Me Down Me Petticoat 2:42
  • 11 Donkey Reel 1:38
  • 12 I Know My Love 2:49
  • 13 Mrs. McGrath 2:16
  • 14 Maid of Sweet Brown Knowe 3:23
  • 15 My Little Son 1:47

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