Hometown!
The Dubliners · 1972
30 min · 10 tracks · folk music
Traditional Irish melodies intertwine with storytelling, creating an inviting atmosphere that captures the spirit of community and heritage.
Top tracks — play these first
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The Molly Maguires Start here — This track stands out for its historical narrative about Irish miners' struggles, blending somber storytelling with an engaging melody that resonates deeply.
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Monto — Monto showcases the band's lively instrumentation and vocal harmonies, capturing the playful yet poignant essence of Dublin nightlife and culture.
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Hand Me Down Me Bible — This song highlights the band's ability to weave personal narratives with broader themes, using humor and warmth to reflect on faith and tradition.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- short bursts of playful energy
- easy sing-alongs with friends
- spontaneous listening in gatherings
- quick, lively storytelling moments
Maybe skip if you
- prefer long, immersive albums
- seek heavy, intricate arrangements
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Deep Cut — A solid entry in their catalog, but not a standout for new listeners or critical acclaim.
- Themes
- Dublin nightlife· Irish miners' struggles· community heritage
- Career context
- Released in 1972, Hometown! marked The Dubliners' sixth studio album during a period of increasing popularity for the band. Following their breakthrough success in the 1960s, this album continued to showcase their commitment to preserving and revitalizing Irish folk music.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Clancy Brothers· The Chieftains· Planxty
Tracklist
- 1 The Molly Maguires Start here 2:43
- 2 Take It Down From the Mast 2:30
- 3 For What Died the Sons of Roisín 2:23
- 4 Barney’s Mozart 3:44
- 5 The Comical Genius 2:56
- 6 The Heather Breeze / The Boyne Hunt 4:48
- 7 The Octopus Jig 1:24
- 8 Three Lovely Lassies From Kimmage 3:07
- 9 Hand Me Down Me Bible 3:53
- 10 Monto 2:57
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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