In Person at Carnegie Hall
The Clancy Brothers · 1963
38 min · 11 tracks · Celtic music
A vibrant tapestry of traditional Irish melodies delivered with spirited vocals and lively instrumentation, capturing the essence of folk performance.
Top tracks — play these first
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Patriot Game — This track stands out due to its poignant lyrics that reflect on Irish nationalism, resonating deeply with audiences during a time of political unrest in Ireland.
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The Parting Glass — As a traditional farewell song, it encapsulates themes of loss and nostalgia, serving as a poignant closing piece that showcases the group's harmonious vocal blend.
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Children's Medley — This extended medley highlights the group's ability to weave together various songs seamlessly while engaging with the audience, representing their playful spirit and storytelling prowess.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album captures the essence of live Irish folk music but has uneven pacing and cohesion.
What we noticed
- The pacing varies significantly, with some tracks maintaining a lively tempo while others slow down for reflective moments.
- Several songs incorporate audience interaction, enhancing the live performance feel.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Significant within its genre. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Johnson's Motor Car 2:02
- 2 The Juice of the Barley 3:14
- 3 O'Driscoll (The Host of the Air) 2:15
- 4 Reilly's Daughter 1:53
- 5 Patriot Game 3:44
- 6 Legion of the Rearguard 2:51
- 7 Oro Se Do Bheatha Bhaile 2:07
- 8 A Jug of Punch 3:16
- 9 Galway Bay 1:58
- 10 Children's Medley 12:54
- 11 The Parting Glass 2:05
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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