What makes Out for the Night by Battlefield Band notable?

This album is notable for its engaging blend of traditional Scottish tunes and original compositions, contributing to the band's reputation for revitalizing folk music. It received positive critical reception, cementing Battlefield Band's influence on the modern folk revival and inspiring a new generation of musicians interested in traditional sounds. When 'Out for the Night' was released in 2004, Battlefield Band was already a significant force in the traditional folk scene, known for their innovative approach to Scottish music. This album came as their follow-up to the highly regarded 'Time and Tide,' continuing their exploration of both traditional and contemporary themes within folk music.

Who is Out for the Night for?

Out for the Night works well if you're into spirited group celebration atmosphere, danceable rhythms for gatherings and vibrant melodies for road trips.

How many songs are on Out for the Night?

Out for the Night has 15 tracks, running approximately 70 minutes.

Out for the Night

Battlefield Band · 2004

70 min · 15 tracks · traditional folk music

A vibrant tapestry of traditional folk melodies interwoven with intricate instrumental arrangements and spirited performances.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

spirited group celebration atmosphere
danceable rhythms for gatherings
vibrant melodies for road trips
intricate arrangements to explore
upbeat energy for social events

Maybe skip if you want

slow, introspective listening preference
seeking standalone singles

Where this album fits

Career context: When 'Out for the Night' was released in 2004, Battlefield Band was already a significant force in the traditional folk scene, known for their innovative approach to Scottish music. This album came as their follow-up to the highly regarded 'Time and Tide,' continuing their exploration of both traditional and contemporary themes within folk music.
Stylistic neighbors: Altan· Lúnasa· The Chieftains

Tracklist

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

1 Ms Dynamite of Benbecula / The Alewife T / Little Cascade / Culder's Rant 4:39
2 The Earl of Errol 4:11
3 Christ Church / Nuala Kennedy's Reel / Ambassador Craig Murray's Reel 4:25
4 Seudan a' Chuain / The Grinder / Barbhas agus Butthead 4:59
5 Belfast to Boston 6:03
6 The Anniversary Reel / Out for the Night 4:11
7 Rest and Be Thankful 3:43
8 The King's Shilling 3:41
9 An Cota Ruadh / Eastwood Cottage / Clisham / Captain Forbe's Reel / Keep the Country Bonnie Lassie 4:12
10 Bagad Kemper / Trouble at the Baghdad Roundabout / McKenna's Jig 5:15
11 The Banks of the Carron Water 3:47
12 Bowmore Fair / Mary O'Neill's Reel / Tournemine et Gasdebois 4:04
13 Clan Coco / The Road to Benderloch / Fifteen Stubbies to Warragul 5:01
14 Lord Randall 5:09
15 Time and Tide / The Nine Pint Coggie / Drive Home the Mainlanders / The Mill House 7:15

What to play next

Listen next

The Road of Tears

2006

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Time and Tide

2002

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