What makes The First of the Irish Rovers by The Irish Rovers notable?

This album played a crucial role in bringing Irish folk music to a wider audience, contributing to the folk revival of the 1960s. It includes 'The Irish Rover,' which became a signature song for the group and helped them achieve notable chart success, notably reaching No. 4 on the Canadian charts. Released in 1966, 'The First of the Irish Rovers' was The Irish Rovers' debut album, marking their entry into the folk music scene. At this point, they were just beginning to gain traction in North America, setting the stage for their subsequent success in popularizing Irish music outside its traditional boundaries.