Released 20 years ago
The Essential Chieftains
The Chieftains · 2006
144 min · 35 tracks · folk
A rich tapestry of Irish folk traditions woven with melodic instrumentation and heartfelt storytelling.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic journey with varied tempos
- heartfelt storytelling through melody
- for leisurely afternoons
- engaging background for gatherings
- nostalgic reflections on tradition
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking instant gratification
- prefer standalone hit singles
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time 'The Essential Chieftains' was released in 2006, The Chieftains had already established themselves as pioneers of Irish music, with a career spanning over four decades. This compilation underscores their journey, showcasing their evolution from traditional folk musicians to influential ambassadors of Irish culture on the global stage.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Bothy Band· Altan· Lúnasa
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Lots of Drops of Brandy 3:43
- 2 O’Sullivan’s March 3:59
- 3 An Poc Ar Buile / The Dingle Set 5:57
- 4 Carolan’s Concerto 3:05
- 5 The Wind That Shakes the Barley / The Reel With the Beryle 2:51
- 6 Sea Image 6:11
- 7 Boil the Breakfast Early 3:55
- 8 The Women of Ireland (The Love Theme From Barry Lyndon) / Morning Dew 5:15
- 9 Full of Joy 2:31
- 10 The Green Fields of America 5:39
- 11 Santiago de Cuba 3:39
- 12 The Donegal Set 5:46
- 13 Jabadaw 3:06
- 14 The Bells of Dublin / Christmas Eve 3:06
- 15 The French March 4:51
- 16 The Stone 6:23
- 17 The Munster Cloak / Tabhair dom do Lamh (Give Me Your Hand) 4:29
- 18 Chasing the Fox 3:26
Disc 2
- 1 I Know My Love 3:53
- 2 Shenandoah 3:52
- 3 Country Blues 3:13
- 4 Ladies Pantalettes / Belles of Blackville / First House in Connaught 4:14
- 5 The Foggy Dew 5:20
- 6 Red Is the Rose 3:25
- 7 The Squid Jiggin’ Ground / Larry O’Gaff 3:16
- 8 Lambs in the Greenfields 3:21
- 9 Guadalupe 2:51
- 10 Mo Ghile Mear (Our Hero) 3:20
- 11 Cotton‐Eyed Joe 2:42
- 12 Molly Bán (Bawn) 4:45
- 13 Long Journey Home (Anthem) 4:17
- 14 Love Is Teasin’ 4:37
- 15 The Rebel Jesus 3:49
- 16 Il est né / Ca Berger 5:19
- 17 Jimmy Mó Mhíle Stór 4:37
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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