The Rovers
The Irish Rovers · 1980
33 min · 10 tracks · Irish folk music
A lively blend of Irish folk melodies and storytelling, full of cheerful rhythms and playful lyrics.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- cheerful sing-alongs with friends
- steady pacing for gatherings
- playful storytelling moments
- lighthearted energy for celebrations
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer intense emotional experiences
- seek slow, introspective sounds
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1980, 'The Rovers' was the Irish Rovers' fifth studio album, following their successful 'Rise Up' from 1979. By this time, they had established themselves as prominent figures in the Canadian and American folk music scenes, known for their engaging live performances and radio hits.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Clancy Brothers· The Dubliners· Planxty
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Mexican Girl 3:41
- 2 Yo Yo Man 2:40
- 3 Tara, the Ice Cream Girl 3:40
- 4 Matchstalk Men and Matchstalk Cats and Dogs 3:49
- 5 Pheasant Plucker’s Son 2:54
- 6 Wasn’t That a Party 3:42
- 7 Fireflyte 2:45
- 8 Movie Cowboys / Happy Trails 3:13
- 9 Victory Chimes 4:04
- 10 Here’s to the Horses 3:17
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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