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.
Why this album works
The album features the beloved track 'Dirty Old Town,' which has since become synonymous with Irish folk music. Its impact can be seen in how it contributed to the global appreciation of Irish culture during the folk revival movement of the 1960s.
- Best for
- spirited sing-along moments short, lively listening sessions heartfelt storytelling focus
- 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
- My Bloody Valentine· The Cranberries· Gilbert O'Sullivan· The Boomtown Rats· Kate Bush· Enya· Sinéad O'Connor· David Bowie
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Dirty Old Town Standout 2:50
- 2 Quare Bungle Rye 2:31
- 3 Peggy Gordon Standout 2:01
- 4 Rattling Roaring Willie 3:17
- 5 Carolan Concerto 1:31
- 6 The Herring 4:48
- 7 The Parting Glass Standout 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
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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