The best Battlefield Band albums

18 records, ordered by how much they reward a first listen — not by chart position.

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Leaving Friday Harbor

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    Happy Daze

    Happy Daze

    2001

    A vibrant tapestry of traditional folk melodies woven with intricate instrumental arrangements and heartfelt storytelling.

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    Home Is Where the Van Is

    Home Is Where the Van Is

    1980

    A vibrant tapestry of traditional Scottish folk woven with lively instrumentation and heartfelt melodies that resonate with timelessness.

  3. 3
    Rain, Hail or Shine

    Rain, Hail or Shine

    1998

    A vibrant tapestry of traditional Scottish folk melodies interwoven with lively instrumentation and rich harmonies.

  4. 4
    Leaving Friday Harbor

    Leaving Friday Harbor

    1999

    A vibrant tapestry of traditional folk melodies interwoven with intricate instrumentation and rhythmic storytelling.

  5. 5
    Time and Tide

    Time and Tide

    2002

    A vibrant tapestry of traditional folk melodies woven with intricate instrumentation and rich storytelling.

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    The Road of Tears

    The Road of Tears

    2006

    A rich tapestry of Celtic melodies interwoven with poignant narratives of migration and loss, echoing the struggles of displaced peoples.

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    Quiet Days

    Quiet Days

    1992

    A vibrant tapestry of traditional melodies interwoven with contemporary arrangements that breathe new life into folk music.

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    After Hours: Forward to Scotland's Past

    After Hours: Forward to Scotland's Past

    1987

    A vibrant tapestry of traditional Scottish folk sounds woven with contemporary influences and storytelling.

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    Threads

    Threads

    1995

    A vibrant tapestry of traditional melodies woven with intricate instrumentation and passionate storytelling.

  10. 10
    Across the Borders

    Across the Borders

    1997

    A lively blend of traditional Scottish folk melodies infused with contemporary instrumentation and rich emotional storytelling.

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    Live Celtic Folk Music

    Live Celtic Folk Music

    Traditional melodies intertwine with spirited instrumentation, capturing the essence of Celtic folk in a lively live performance setting.

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    Room Enough For All

    Room Enough For All

    2013

    A vibrant tapestry of traditional melodies interwoven with lively rhythms, showcasing the essence of folk music's enduring spirit.

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    Wae's me for Prince Charlie

    Wae's me for Prince Charlie

    1978

    A vibrant tapestry of traditional Scottish melodies, intertwining intricate instrumentation with emotive storytelling.

  14. 14
    Out for the Night

    Out for the Night

    2004

    Joyful traditional folk melodies intertwine with intricate instrumentation, creating an infectious atmosphere for dancing and celebration.

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    Line-up

    Line-up

    2011

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    Beg & Borrow

    Beg & Borrow

    2015

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    Scottish Folk

    Scottish Folk

    1976

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    Battlefield Band

    Battlefield Band

    1977