The Chieftains 8
The Chieftains · 1978
41 min · 11 tracks · folk
A vibrant tapestry of traditional Irish melodies interwoven with lively rhythms and expressive instrumentation.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic journey through tradition
- lively rhythms for communal enjoyment
- expressive instrumentation for detail seekers
- wave-like pacing with peaks
- for afternoon gatherings
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- seek high-energy party anthems
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1978, 'The Chieftains 8' marked The Chieftains' emergence as leading ambassadors of Irish folk music, following their acclaimed album 'Chieftains 7'. This period solidified their reputation, showcasing their ability to blend traditional sounds with contemporary sensibilities.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Bothy Band· Altan· Lúnasa
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Session 4:32
- 2 Doctor John Hart 4:03
- 3 Seán sa Cheo 2:32
- 4 An tSean Bhean Bhocht / The Fairies’ Hornpipe 5:25
- 5 Sea Image 6:23
- 6 If I Had Maggie in the Wood 3:01
- 7 An Speic Seoigheach 3:41
- 8 The Dogs Among the Bushes 2:09
- 9 Miss Hamilton 2:53
- 10 The Job of Journeywork 4:19
- 11 The Wind That Shakes the Barley / The Reel With the Beryle 2:50
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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