Irish Tour '74 cover

Irish Tour '74

Rory Gallagher · 1974

79 min · 10 tracks · blues · traditional folk music

A fiery fusion of blues and rock, capturing the raw energy of Gallagher's live performances.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • fiery live energy capture
  • gradual build to climax
  • long-form immersive experience
  • late-night spirited gatherings
  • engaging extended solos

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer short, quick tracks
  • seek consistent pacing

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1974, 'Irish Tour '74' came after Gallagher's breakthrough album 'Tattoo' and solidified his reputation as a leading blues guitarist. At this point, Gallagher was emerging as a major figure in the rock scene, celebrated for his passionate guitar work and compelling live shows.
Stylistic neighbors
Gary Moore· Joe Bonamassa· Peter Green

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Cradle Rock 7:35
  • 2 I Wonder Who (Who’s Gonna Be Your Sweet Man) 7:52
  • 3 Tattoo’d Lady 5:02
  • 4 Too Much Alcohol 8:29
  • 5 As the Crow Flies 5:51
  • 6 A Million Miles Away 9:35
  • 7 Walk on Hot Coals 11:29
  • 8 Who’s That Coming 10:10
  • 9 Stompin’ Ground 5:21
  • 10 Just a Little Bit 8:00

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