Gleann Nimhe – The Poison Glen
Altan · 2012
52 min · 13 tracks · world music · music of Ireland
Traditional Irish melodies entwined with rich harmonies and contemporary arrangements, celebrating the spirit of the Emerald Isle.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic journey unfolds
- celebratory melodies for gatherings
- rich harmonies invite participation
- wave-like pacing for exploration
- nostalgic tunes for reflection
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking instant gratification
- prefer standalone tracks only
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2012, 'Gleann Nimhe – The Poison Glen' is Altan's ninth studio album, showcasing their continuing evolution as stalwarts of Irish folk music. This album followed their acclaimed 'Island Angel' and highlighted a deepening sophistication in their arrangements and compositions.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Lúnasa· The Chieftains· Clannad
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 A Fig for a Kiss / The Turf Cutter 2:48
- 2 Seolta Geala 4:00
- 3 The Ardara Girls / The Backdoor Highlands / Fáscadh Mo Léine (The Wringing of My Shirt) / Reel in A / Ciaran Tourish’s Reel 6:05
- 4 An Ghealóg 4:57
- 5 Caitlín Triall 3:23
- 6 The New Rigged Ship / Eddie Curran’s Monaghan Twig / Kitty the Hare 4:28
- 7 The Blackest Crow 4:50
- 8 The Lancers Jig / The Further in the Deeper 3:11
- 9 The Lily of the West 4:34
- 10 The Wheels of the World 4:04
- 11 Cailín Deas Crúite na mBó 4:23
- 12 Tommy Potts’ Slip Jig 2:48
- 13 The House on the Corner 2:32
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