Live at Vicar Street
The Dubliners · 2006
112 min · 28 tracks · folk · Irish folk music
A spirited collection of traditional Irish tunes, delivered with heartfelt energy and communal camaraderie.
Why this album works
'Live at Vicar Street' stands out as a significant live recording that showcases The Dubliners' influence on the Irish folk revival. The album received critical acclaim for its authentic representation of traditional Irish music and helped introduce younger audiences to classic songs, reinforcing the band's role as cultural ambassadors for Ireland's rich musical heritage.
- Best for
- spirited sing-alongs with friends communal energy in live settings wave-like pacing with dynamic shifts
- Context
- By the time 'Live at Vicar Street' was released in 2006, The Dubliners had solidified their status as iconic figures in Irish folk music. This live album captures the essence of their long career, celebrating over four decades since their formation in 1962. It serves as a testament to their enduring popularity and ability to resonate with audiences across generations.
- Stylistic neighbors
- My Bloody Valentine· The Cranberries· Gilbert O'Sullivan· The Boomtown Rats· Kate Bush· Enya· Sinéad O'Connor· David Bowie
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 The Fermoy Lasses / Sporting Paddy 2:40
- 2 The Black Velvet Band Standout 3:33
- 3 The Spanish Lady 3:26
- 4 The Ferryman 3:21
- 5 The Rare Auld Times Standout 5:10
- 6 The Belfast Hornpipe / The Swallow's Tail 4:35
- 7 The Pool Song 3:07
- 8 When the Boys Come Rolling Home 3:39
- 9 Luke's 21st Anniversary Poem 1:25
- 10 The Dublin Minstrel 4:47
- 11 Paddy on the Railway 4:18
- 12 I Wish I Had Someone to Love Me 6:43
- 13 The Maid Behind The Bar / The Boyne Hunt / The Shaskeen / The High Reel 5:12
- 14 I'll Tell Me Ma 2:33
Disc 2
- 1 Kelly the Boy From Killane 3:00
- 2 Fiddler's Green 6:24
- 3 All for Me Grog 3:42
- 4 The Three Sea Captains / The Mullingar Races 6:08
- 5 The Rocky Road to Dublin 3:07
- 6 Finnegan's Wake 4:22
- 7 The Leaving of Liverpool 4:41
- 8 The Marino Waltz 3:35
- 9 The Foxrock Hornpipe / Ostinelli's Hornpipe 5:03
- 10 Dirty Old Town 4:02
- 11 Whiskey in the Jar Standout 2:56
- 12 The Wild Rover 3:25
- 13 Molly Malone 3:28
- 14 The Irish Rover 3:56
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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