The Chieftains 2
The Chieftains · 1969
46 min · 13 tracks · folk music
Traditional Irish melodies intertwine with spirited rhythms, creating a vibrant tapestry of folk sounds that evoke the heart of Ireland.
Top tracks — play these first
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Banish Misfortune / Gillan’s Apples Start here — accessible entry with immediate hook
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Planxty George Brabazon — This track showcases intricate arrangements and masterful instrumentation, embodying the band's commitment to traditional forms while displaying their unique flair.
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Dónall Óg — Featuring poignant melodies and a captivating rhythm, this song highlights the emotional depth inherent in traditional Irish storytelling.
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The Humours of Whiskey / Hardiman the Fiddler — This medley exemplifies the lively spirit of Irish music, blending toe-tapping dance tunes with an infectious energy that invites participation.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady rhythms for social gatherings
- lively tunes for foot tapping
- traditional melodies that evoke nostalgia
- engaging instrumentation for attentive listening
Maybe skip if you
- seekers of instant gratification
- prefer modern production styles
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — Helped popularize Irish folk music, establishing the band's reputation.
- Themes
- traditional Irish storytelling· spirited pub gatherings· melodic folk revival
- Career context
- Released in 1969, The Chieftains 2 marked the band's second studio album, following their self-titled debut. At this point in their career, The Chieftains were beginning to establish themselves as key figures in the revival of traditional Irish music, carving a distinct identity within the genre.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Bothy Band· Altan· Lúnasa
Tracklist
- 1 Banish Misfortune / Gillan’s Apples Start here 3:33
- 2 Planxty George Brabazon 3:28
- 3 Bean an Fhir Rua 2:49
- 4 Pis Fhliuch (O’Farrell’s Welcome to Limerick) 3:33
- 5 An Páistín Fionn / Mrs Crotty’s / The Mountain Top 4:11
- 6 The Foxhunt 5:12
- 7 An Mhaighdean Mhara / Tie the Bonnet / O’Rourke’s 4:13
- 8 Callaghan’s / Byrne’s 3:13
- 9 Pigtown / Tie the Ribbons / The Bag of Potatoes 2:33
- 10 The Humours of Whiskey / Hardiman the Fiddler 2:54
- 11 Dónall Óg 3:54
- 12 Brian Boru’s March 3:12
- 13 Sweeney’s / Denis Murphy’s / The Scartaglen Polka 3:30
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Planxty
Planxty
Shares vibrant Irish folk melodies and storytelling with a similar spirited energy.
Old Hag You Have Killed Me
The Bothy Band
Combines traditional Irish music with lively instrumentation and rich melodic structures.
Island Angel
Altan
Explores the same heartfelt themes of Irish heritage through engaging harmonies and rhythms.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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