What makes The Red Crow by Altan notable?

'The Red Crow' is notable for its role in popularizing Irish traditional music during the early 1990s, receiving positive critical acclaim from various publications. The album contributed to Altan's growing audience both in Ireland and internationally, showcasing intricate arrangements that influenced subsequent generations of folk musicians. It has been highlighted as an important release within the Celtic music genre. Released in 1990, 'The Red Crow' is Altan's second studio album, following their self-titled debut in 1987. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying its reputation within the folk music scene, blending traditional Irish sounds with contemporary influences. This album marked a significant step in their artistic evolution and helped establish them as key figures in the revival of Irish music.

Who is The Red Crow for?

The Red Crow works well if you're into spirited performances with rich storytelling, steady melodic journey throughout and celebratory tunes for gatherings.

How many songs are on The Red Crow?

The Red Crow has 11 tracks, running approximately 45 minutes.

The Red Crow

Altan · 1990

45 min · 11 tracks · world music · music of Ireland

A vibrant tapestry of traditional Irish melodies intertwining with spirited performances and rich cultural storytelling.

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'The Red Crow' is notable for its role in popularizing Irish traditional music during the early 1990s, receiving positive critical acclaim from various publications. The album contributed to Altan's growing audience both in Ireland and internationally, showcasing intricate arrangements that influenced subsequent generations of folk musicians. It has been highlighted as an important release within the Celtic music genre.

Best for: spirited performances with rich storytelling steady melodic journey throughout celebratory tunes for gatherings
Context: Released in 1990, 'The Red Crow' is Altan's second studio album, following their self-titled debut in 1987. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying its reputation within the folk music scene, blending traditional Irish sounds with contemporary influences. This album marked a significant step in their artistic evolution and helped establish them as key figures in the revival of Irish music.
Stylistic neighbors: U2· Westlife· The Cranberries· Boyzone· The Corrs· Enya· Mylène Farmer· Christina Aguilera

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

1 Yellow Tinker / Lady Montgomery / The Merry Harriers 2:46
2 Con Cassidy’s / Dusty Millar 3:04
3 The Flower of Magherally 4:20
4 Brenda Stubbert’s / Breen’s / The Red Box Standout 4:55
5 Inis Dhún Rámha 3:13
6 Jimmy Lyon’s / The Teelin / The Red Crow / The Broken Bridge 4:39
7 Moll Dubh a’ Ghleanna Standout 3:29
8 The Wedding Jig / Hiudaí Gallagher’s March / James Byrne’s / Mickey Doherty’s / Welcome Home Grainne Standout 6:43
9 Mallaí Chroch Shlí 3:51
10 Tommy Bhetty’s Waltz 5:01
11 The Emyvale / Ríl gan Ainm / The Three Merry Sisters of Fate 2:55

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