Live in Carré
The Dubliners · 1985
54 min · 14 tracks · folk music
A spirited collection of traditional Irish folk songs brought to life with raw energy and engaging storytelling.
Top tracks — play these first
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Sweets of May Start here — accessible entry with immediate hook
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Dirty Old Town — This track exemplifies the group's ability to convey emotion through storytelling, combining vivid imagery of urban life with a haunting melody that resonates deeply.
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Whiskey in the Jar — A classic Irish ballad, the band's rendition captures both the playful and tragic elements of its narrative, showcasing their signature harmonies and instrumentation.
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The Wild Rover — This anthem of revelry invites audience participation, effectively demonstrating The Dubliners' expertise in fostering communal spirit through their performances.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- spirited live performance energy
- sing-along anthems with friends
- steady pacing for group enjoyment
- camaraderie-filled communal atmosphere
- nostalgic reflections on heritage
Maybe skip if you
- dislike lively crowd interactions
- prefer introspective listening experiences
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Fan Favorite — Captures the band's live energy and is cherished by fans of Irish folk music.
- Themes
- urban life tales· Irish pub revelry· communal storytelling
- Career context
- Released in 1985, Live in Carré captures The Dubliners during a resurgence in popularity after their earlier successes in the 1960s and 1970s. This live recording showcases their enduring appeal and mastery of Irish folk music as they performed for enthusiastic audiences across Europe.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Clancy Brothers· The Chieftains· Planxty
Tracklist
- 1 Sweets of May Start here 2:43
- 2 Dicey Reilly 3:45
- 3 Song for Ireland 4:55
- 4 Building Up and Tearing England Down 3:39
- 5 Medley: Dunphy's Hornpipe / Leitrim Fancy / Down The Broom 4:58
- 6 Dirty Old Town 3:46
- 7 The Old Triangle 3:39
- 8 Whiskey in the Jar 3:15
- 9 Waterford Boys / The Humours of Scariff / The Flannel Jacket 5:16
- 10 Galways Races 2:51
- 11 The Prodigal Son 4:00
- 12 The Sick Note 3:18
- 13 The Wild Rover 4:02
- 14 Seven Drunken Nights 4:02
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
The Clancy Brothers and Tommy Makem
The Clancy Brothers
Shares the same spirited storytelling and traditional Irish melodies, delivered with vibrant energy.
The Well Below the Valley
Planxty
Combines traditional Irish folk with lively instrumentation and engaging narratives akin to The Dubliners' style.
Harvest Storm
Altan
Captures a similar raw emotional energy and reverence for Irish folk traditions with rich instrumentation.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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