Máire
Moya Brennan · 1992
45 min · 10 tracks · new age music
Ethereal vocals blend with lush instrumentation, creating a serene soundscape steeped in Celtic traditions.
Why this album works
- Best for
- steady pacing with serene peaks ethereal vocals for reflective moments ideal for quiet afternoon listening
- Context
- Released in 1992, 'Máire' marked Moya Brennan's first solo album after her tenure with Clannad, showcasing her transition from ensemble performances to a distinct solo identity. This album followed the band's commercial success in the late 1980s and established Brennan as a formidable solo artist in the new age genre.
- If you like
- new age music
Máire is an album by Moya Brennan, released in 1992. Ethereal vocals blend with lush instrumentation, creating a serene soundscape steeped in Celtic traditions. 'Máire' is significant for its role in popularizing Celtic music within the new age genre during the early '90s. The album received critical acclaim and helped cement Brennan's reputation, influencing subsequent artists seeking to blend traditional Irish sounds with contemporary music forms. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Máire sound like?
Ethereal vocals blend with lush instrumentation, creating a serene soundscape steeped in Celtic traditions. Rooted in new age music.
What makes Máire by Moya Brennan notable?
'Máire' is significant for its role in popularizing Celtic music within the new age genre during the early '90s. The album received critical acclaim and helped cement Brennan's reputation, influencing subsequent artists seeking to blend traditional Irish sounds with contemporary music forms. Released in 1992, 'Máire' marked Moya Brennan's first solo album after her tenure with Clannad, showcasing her transition from ensemble performances to a distinct solo identity. This album followed the band's commercial success in the late 1980s and established Brennan as a formidable solo artist in the new age genre.
Who is Máire for?
Máire works well if you're into steady pacing with serene peaks, ethereal vocals for reflective moments and ideal for quiet afternoon listening.
How many songs are on Máire?
Máire has 10 tracks, running approximately 45 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Cé Leis Standout 4:05
- 2 Against the Wind 5:34
- 3 Oró Standout 3:59
- 4 Voices of the Land 3:23
- 5 Jealous Heart 4:37
- 6 Land of Youth (Tir na nÓg) Standout 5:53
- 7 I Believe (Deep Within) 3:57
- 8 Beating Heart 4:16
- 9 No Easy Way 5:24
- 10 Atlantic Shore 4:02
Release Date
January 1, 1992
Artist Origin
Ireland
Runtime
45 min 14 sec
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