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.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- spirited performances with rich storytelling
- steady melodic journey throughout
- celebratory tunes for gatherings
- vibrant energy for social settings
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking instant gratification
- prefer standalone tracks only
Where this album fits
- Career 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
- Lúnasa· The Chieftains· Clannad
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 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 3:29
- 8 The Wedding Jig / Hiudaí Gallagher’s March / James Byrne’s / Mickey Doherty’s / Welcome Home Grainne 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
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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