Finnegan Wakes cover

Released 60 years ago

Finnegan Wakes

The Dubliners · 1966

38 min · 12 tracks · folk · Irish folk music

A vibrant tapestry of traditional Irish folk melodies and storytelling woven through spirited performances.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • short, lively listening sessions
  • engaging storytelling experiences
  • festive gathering atmosphere
  • nostalgic cultural reflections

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'Finnegan Wakes' was released in 1966, The Dubliners had already established themselves as leading figures in the Irish folk revival. This album came shortly after their breakthrough with 'The Dubliners' (1964), further solidifying their reputation. They were transitioning from local pub performances to wider acclaim, capturing the essence of Irish culture at a pivotal moment in their career.
Stylistic neighbors
The Clancy Brothers· The Chieftains· Planxty

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Finnegan's Wake 3:13
  • 2 Sunshine Hornpipe/The Mountain Road 3:28
  • 3 Mento 3:24
  • 4 The Dublin Fusiliers 2:38
  • 5 Chief O'Neill's Favourite 2:17
  • 6 The Sea Around Us 3:14
  • 7 McAlpine's Fusiliers 3:01
  • 8 Hot Asphalt 3:40
  • 9 The Glendalough Saint 2:27
  • 10 Within a Mile of Dublin 2:17
  • 11 Will You Come to the Bower 5:04
  • 12 Nelson's Farewell 3:14

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