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Finbar and Eddie Furey

The Fureys · 1968

14 tracks · traditional folk music

Lively traditional Irish melodies intertwine with heartfelt harmonies, evoking the spirit of folk music's rich storytelling tradition.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Come by the Hills — This track captures the essence of longing and nostalgia through its gentle melody and evocative lyrics, making it a quintessential representation of the album’s themes.
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    The Spanish Cloak — With its vibrant instrumentation and engaging storytelling, this song highlights The Fureys’ knack for marrying lively rhythms with poignant narratives.
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    Eamonn an Chnuic (Ned of the Hills) — This rendition showcases their ability to reinterpret traditional songs, breathing new life into a classic tale while maintaining its cultural significance.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 The Spanish Cloak
  • 2 Come by the Hills
  • 3 Sliabh Na Mban (The Mountain of the Women)
  • 4 Dainty Davy
  • 5 Tattered Jack Welch
  • 6 The Flowers in the Valley
  • 7 Pigeon on the Gate
  • 8 Graham's Flat
  • 9 Leezy Lindsay
  • 10 Piper in the Meadow Straying
  • 11 The Curragh of Kildare
  • 12 Eamonn an Chnuic (Ned of the Hills)
  • 13 This Town Is Not Your Own
  • 14 Rocking the Baby

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