The Long Black Veil
The Chieftains · 1995
58 min · 13 tracks · folk
A rich tapestry of traditional Irish folk, blending haunting melodies with heartfelt storytelling.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- haunting melodic storytelling
- long immersive listening sessions
- reflective and contemplative moods
- rich sonic textures
- gentle emotional resonance
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time 'The Long Black Veil' was released in 1995, The Chieftains were well-established as ambassadors of Irish music, following their Grammy-winning album 'An Irish Evening: Live at The Grand Opera House'. This album marked a continuation of their exploration into collaborations with contemporary artists, further solidifying their relevance in the evolving music landscape.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Bothy Band· Altan· Lúnasa
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Mo Ghile Mear (Our Hero) 3:22
- 2 The Long Black Veil 3:37
- 3 The Foggy Dew 5:21
- 4 Have I Told You Lately That I Love You? 4:40
- 5 Changing Your Demeanour 3:16
- 6 The Lily of the West 5:10
- 7 Coast of Malabar 6:01
- 8 Dunmore Lassies (instrumental) 5:14
- 9 Love Is Teasin’ 4:36
- 10 He Moved Through the Fair 4:55
- 11 Ferny Hill (instrumental) 3:43
- 12 Tennessee Waltz / Tennessee Mazurka 3:58
- 13 The Rocky Road to Dublin 5:03
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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