The Well Below the Valley
Planxty · 1973
45 min · 12 tracks · Celtic rock · Irish folk music
A vibrant fusion of traditional Irish melodies and contemporary folk sensibilities that invites listeners into its rich cultural tapestry.
Why this album works
'The Well Below the Valley' received critical acclaim and played a pivotal role in popularizing Celtic rock. It laid the groundwork for future generations of Irish musicians and is often cited as a foundational album within the genre, influencing numerous artists who followed.
- Best for
- dynamic emotional journeys long immersive listening sessions wave-like pacing experience
- Context
- Released in 1973, 'The Well Below the Valley' was Planxty's debut album, marking the beginning of their significant impact on the Irish folk revival. The band formed in the early 1970s, combining traditional Irish music with innovative arrangements, setting the stage for their influential career.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Dubliners· The Wolfe Tones· The Cranberries
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Cúnla Standout 3:58
- 2 Pat Reilly 3:19
- 3 Slip Jigs: The Kid on the Mountain / An Phis Fhliuch 3:52
- 4 As I Roved Out Standout 5:21
- 5 Reels: The Dogs Among the Bushes / Jenny's Wedding 2:40
- 6 The Well Below the Valley Standout 5:35
- 7 Hewlett 2:34
- 8 Bean Pháidín 3:46
- 9 Hornpipes: Fisherman's Lilt / Cronin's Hornpipe 3:18
- 10 As I Roved Out Standout 3:52
- 11 Solo Jig: Humours of Ballyloughlin 2:14
- 12 Time Will Cure Me 5:26
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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