In a Lifetime
Clannad · 2020
144 min · 37 tracks · new age music
A serene blend of traditional Irish melodies and contemporary new age soundscapes, evoking a timeless connection to nature.
Top tracks — play these first
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Theme From Harry’s Game — This track is emblematic of Clannad's ethereal sound, combining haunting vocals with atmospheric instrumentation, capturing their unique fusion of traditional and contemporary styles.
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Dúlamán — A vibrant reinterpretation of a classic Irish folk song, this track showcases Clannad's ability to breathe new life into traditional music while retaining its cultural roots.
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Closer to Your Heart — The emotive lyrics and tender melodies in this track highlight the band’s knack for creating deeply resonant musical experiences that connect listeners to their heritage.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- wave-like pacing with surprises
- serene moments for quiet reflection
- timeless melodies for daydreaming
- dynamic journey through emotions
- gentle backdrop for creative work
Maybe skip if you
- seeking instant gratification
- prefer upbeat, high-energy tracks
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — Marks Clannad's return after a long hiatus, showcasing continued artistic vitality.
- Career context
- Released in 2020, In a Lifetime marks Clannad's return after a near decade-long hiatus since their last studio album, 2013's 'Nadia'. This album comes as they celebrate over four decades in the music industry, showcasing their enduring legacy in blending traditional Irish music with modern influences.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Enya· Loreena McKennitt· Secret Garden
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Thíos Cois Na Trá Domh 3:05
- 2 An Mhaighdean Mhara 2:12
- 3 Eleanor Plunkett 2:46
- 4 Coinleach Ghlas An Fhómhair 5:42
- 5 Dúlamán 4:28
- 6 Two Sisters 4:09
- 7 dTigeas a Damhsa 1:21
- 8 The Last Rose of Summer 4:12
- 9 Ar a Ghabháil ’n a ’Chuain Damh 3:25
- 10 Crann Úll 3:39
- 11 Mheall Sí Lena Glórthaí Mé 4:18
- 12 Mhórag’s Na Horo Gheallaidh 1:42
- 13 Theme From Harry’s Game 2:29
- 14 Newgrange 4:02
- 15 Robin (The Hooded Man) 2:45
- 16 Strange Land 3:11
- 17 Closer to Your Heart 3:27
- 18 In a Lifetime 3:08
- 19 Almost Seems (Too Late to Turn) 4:45
- 20 White Fool 4:41
- 21 Something to Believe In 4:45
Disc 2
- 1 Atlantic Realm 3:49
- 2 Voyager 3:17
- 3 A Dream in the Night (The Angel & the Soldier Boy) 3:06
- 4 Hourglass 4:18
- 5 Rí Na Cruinne 4:01
- 6 Poison Glen 3:54
- 7 Na Laethe Bhí 5:20
- 8 I Will Find You (Theme From “The Last of the Mohicans”) 5:14
- 9 Croí Cróga 4:59
- 10 A Bridge (That Carries Us Over) 4:28
- 11 A Mhuirnín Ó 4:53
- 12 The Bridge of Tears 3:59
- 13 Vellum 4:45
- 14 Brave Enough 4:11
- 15 A Celtic Dream 5:22
- 16 Who Knows (Where the Time Goes) 4:15
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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