Spirit of the Irish: Ultimate Collection
The Dubliners · 2003
65 min · 20 tracks · folk · Irish folk music
A vibrant tapestry of traditional Irish folk, blending rousing melodies with heartfelt storytelling.
Why this album works
This album is significant not only for its comprehensive collection of The Dubliners' most cherished songs but also for its role in popularizing Irish folk music globally. It has been praised for its authentic representation of the genre and contributed to a resurgence of interest in traditional Irish music during the early 2000s.
- Career context
- Released in 2003, 'Spirit of the Irish: Ultimate Collection' captures The Dubliners at a celebrated moment in their career as they revisited their extensive catalog of traditional Irish music. This compilation came after decades of influential performances and solidified their status as icons in the folk genre, showcasing both classic tracks and beloved anthems that defined their sound.
- Stylistic neighbors
- My Bloody Valentine· The Cranberries· Gilbert O'Sullivan· The Boomtown Rats· Kate Bush· Enya· Sinéad O'Connor· David Bowie
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Irish Rover Standout 4:07
- 2 The Rocky Road to Dublin 2:35
- 3 McAlpine's Fusiliers 3:13
- 4 Seven Drunken Nights 3:11
- 5 The Fields of Athenry 4:04
- 6 The Wild Rover Standout 3:13
- 7 Dicey Reilly 2:38
- 8 Black Velvet Band 3:27
- 9 The Auld Triangle 2:14
- 10 The Marino Waltz (instrumental) 2:39
- 11 Gentleman Soldier 2:06
- 12 Whiskey in the Jar Standout 2:31
- 13 Finnegan's Wake 2:29
- 14 Carrickfergus 6:14
- 15 Monto 2:54
- 16 The Mason's Apron (instrumental) 3:37
- 17 Dirty Old Town 3:34
- 18 Ragman's Ball 1:59
- 19 The Mountain Dew 2:18
- 20 The Town I Loved So Well 6:27
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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