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Uprooted

The Rankin Family · 1998

57 min · 14 tracks

A vibrant tapestry of folk melodies and heartfelt harmonies, intertwining traditional roots with contemporary sensibilities.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady pacing for reflective moments
  • heartfelt harmonies for emotional connection
  • inviting sing-alongs with friends
  • vibrant melodies for uplifting moods
  • consistent journey through traditions

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking fast-paced excitement
  • prefer standalone singles over albums

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1998, 'Uprooted' was The Rankin Family's fourth studio album, following their acclaimed 1995 release 'Endless Seasons.' At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their place as prominent figures in Canadian folk music, blending Celtic influences with modern interpretations that appealed to a broad audience.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Movin' On 3:34
  • 2 Let It Go 3:58
  • 3 Bells 3:28
  • 4 Maybe You're Right 4:13
  • 5 Long Way to Go 3:28
  • 6 Cold Winds 4:04
  • 7 Weddings, Wakes and Funerals 4:53
  • 8 One Day I Walk 4:28
  • 9 Parlour Medley 5:56
  • 10 O Tha Mo Dhuil Ruit (Oh How I Love Thee) 2:59
  • 11 Tailor's Daughter 5:07
  • 12 An Innis Áigh (The Happy Isle) 3:30
  • 13 Greenberg Medley 4:11
  • 14 Farewell to Lochaber 3:34

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