San Patricio
The Chieftains · 2010
61 min · 19 tracks · folk
A vibrant tapestry of traditional Irish folk and Mexican music that celebrates cultural intersections.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic journey with cultural intersections
- wave-like pacing for reflective moments
- celebratory anthems for gatherings
- tranquil interludes for relaxation
- engaging storytelling through music
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking instant gratification tracks
- prefer standalone singles only
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2010, 'San Patricio' marked The Chieftains' continued exploration of cross-cultural collaborations following their previous albums. By this time, the band had established themselves as pioneers of traditional Irish music, often incorporating global influences into their work. This album is particularly significant as it showcases their engagement with Mexican musical traditions and narratives.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Bothy Band· Altan· Lúnasa
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 La iguana 3:35
- 2 La golondrina 3:10
- 3 A la orilla de un palmar 3:33
- 4 Danza de concheros 1:30
- 5 El chivo 2:07
- 6 San Campio 2:47
- 7 The Sands of Mexico 4:47
- 8 Sailing to Mexico 2:02
- 9 El caballo 2:42
- 10 March to Battle (Across the Rio Grande) 4:12
- 11 Lullaby for the Dead 4:38
- 12 Luz de luna 3:31
- 13 Persecución de Villa 2:57
- 14 Canción mixteca (intro) 2:55
- 15 Canción mixteca 3:15
- 16 Ojitos negros 2:26
- 17 El relampago 3:17
- 18 El pájaro cu 2:37
- 19 Finale 5:47
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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