Revolution
The Dubliners · 1970
44 min · 13 tracks · folk music
A vibrant tapestry of traditional Irish instrumentation layered with poignant political themes and stirring vocal harmonies.
Top tracks — play these first
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Alabama 58 Start here — accessible entry with immediate hook
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Joe Hill — This track stands out as a rallying cry for labor rights, transforming Hill’s story into a powerful anthem that resonates with struggles for social justice.
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The Battle of the Somme / Freedom Come All Ye — Combining historical reflection with a call for freedom, this medley encapsulates the album's spirit of resistance against oppression.
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For What Died the Sons of Roisin — This song poignantly questions the sacrifices made in the name of nationalism, emphasizing the emotional weight behind revolutionary rhetoric.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady storytelling experience
- poignant social commentary reflections
- vibrant melodies for gatherings
- thoughtful moments of nostalgia
Maybe skip if you
- seeking fast-paced excitement
- prefer standalone singles format
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — Marked a shift to politically charged themes, enhancing their recognition.
- Themes
- Irish nationalism· labor rights anthems· historical resistance
- Career context
- Released in 1970, Revolution marked The Dubliners' transition into a more politically charged phase following their earlier commercial successes. This album came after their acclaimed records like 'The Dubliners' (1964) and 'In Concert' (1966), showcasing a deepening engagement with social issues that resonated with the tumultuous political landscape of the time.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Clancy Brothers· The Chieftains· Planxty
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Joe Hill
The narrative shifts from personal loss to collective struggle, invoking solidarity among workers and their fight against injustice.
This movement from individual experience to a broader call for unity effectively transforms Joe Hill into a symbol of resistance and hope.
Tracklist
- 1 Alabama 58 Start here 3:24
- 2 The Captains and the Kings 3:36
- 3 School Days Over 3:03
- 4 Sé Fath Mo Bhuartha 4:48
- 5 Scorn Not His Simplicity 3:38
- 6 For What Died the Sons of Roisin 2:31
- 7 Joe Hill 2:53
- 8 Ojos negros 4:44
- 9 The Button Pusher 3:11
- 10 The Bonny Boy 3:31
- 11 The Battle of the Somme / Freedom Come All Ye 4:52
- 12 Biddy Mulligan 2:04
- 13 The Peat Bog Soldiers 2:32
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
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