Released 50 years ago
The Irish Rovers in Australia
The Irish Rovers · 1976
57 min · 20 tracks · Irish folk music
A lively tapestry of traditional Irish folk tunes infused with vibrant Australian influences and storytelling.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- lively sing-along with friends
- steady pace for road trips
- nostalgic storytelling of adventures
- vibrant tunes for gatherings
- background energy for celebrations
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer slower, introspective music
- seek complex, layered compositions
Where this album fits
- Career context
- At the release of 'The Irish Rovers in Australia' in 1976, The Irish Rovers were solidifying their reputation as leading ambassadors of Irish folk music outside of Ireland. This album followed their successful run in the early 1970s and capitalized on their growing popularity, particularly in North America, showcasing their ability to blend traditional sounds with regional themes.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Clancy Brothers· The Dubliners· Planxty
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 South Australia 2:27
- 2 Orange and the Green 2:40
- 3 Waltzing Matilda 3:48
- 4 The Unicorn 3:12
- 5 Come by the Hills 3:11
- 6 10,000 Miles Away 2:14
- 7 Click Go the Shears 2:43
- 8 Queensland Drovers 2:29
- 9 Whiskey on a Sunday 2:39
- 10 The Overlanders 2:09
- 11 The Pub With No Beer 2:21
- 12 Black Velvet Band 3:25
- 13 Sunny Sydney Lady 3:10
- 14 Wild Colonial Boy 2:52
- 15 Drovers Dream 2:18
- 16 Wild Rover No More 3:08
- 17 Sydney Harbour Ferry Boat 3:09
- 18 Lazy Harry 2:59
- 19 Botany Bay 2:58
- 20 Biplane Evermore 3:15
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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