Sunken Treasures
Tempest · 1993
59 min · 14 tracks · Celtic rock
A vibrant blend of traditional Celtic melodies and rock energy, inviting listeners into a spirited folk celebration.
Top tracks — play these first
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Queen of Argyll — This opening track sets the album's tone with its lush instrumentation and storytelling lyrics, encapsulating the essence of Celtic folk tradition.
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Heavy Nettles — With its driving rhythm and intricate arrangement, this song exemplifies Tempest’s ability to merge traditional melodies with contemporary rock elements.
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The Parting Glass — This poignant closing track serves as a heartfelt farewell, showcasing the band's lyrical depth while connecting deeply with listeners through its emotional resonance.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends traditional Celtic elements with rock, showcasing strong instrumentation and varied pacing.
What we noticed
- Several tracks feature intricate instrumental arrangements, including fiddles and flutes, which intertwine with electric guitar riffs.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- vibrant melodies for gatherings
- storytelling that invites participation
- joyful energy for road trips
- nostalgic themes of heritage
- catchy choruses for sing-alongs
Maybe skip if you
- seeking minimalist soundscapes
- prefer instant gratification tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1993, 'Sunken Treasures' is Tempest's third studio album, following their 1991 release 'The Blind Leading the Blind'. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their reputation in the Celtic rock genre, building on earlier successes and expanding their musical horizons.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Pogues· Flogging Molly· Dropkick Murphys
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Queen of Argyll 4:12
- 2 Nottamun Town 4:03
- 3 Milligan's Fancy 4:23
- 4 When Tenskwatawa Sings 3:50
- 5 Black Jack Davy 3:12
- 6 The Creel 8:15
- 7 And Shall Trelawney Die? 2:01
- 8 Cat in the Corner 3:53
- 9 Heavy Nettles 5:46
- 10 One Last Cold Kiss 5:10
- 11 Baladi 2:56
- 12 The Barrow Man 3:06
- 13 Winding Road 5:12
- 14 The Parting Glass 3:09
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