Essential celtic punk listening

The albums that define celtic punk.

Our picks for where to start with celtic punk — with a one-line read on why each one matters.

The celtic punk essentials

Twenty-four picks. Press play on any of them.

The Gang's All Here

Dropkick Murphys

The Gang's All Here

Frenetic Celtic punk energy collides with raucous anthems, capturing the spirit of Boston's working-class ethos.

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Do or Die

Dropkick Murphys

Do or Die

A raucous blend of Celtic melodies and punk energy, embodying the spirit of rebellion and camaraderie.

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Rum Sodomy & the Lash

The Pogues

Rum Sodomy & the Lash

A raucous blend of traditional Irish folk and punk energy, rich with storytelling and raw emotion.

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Peace and Love

The Pogues

Peace and Love

A spirited blend of Celtic punk and traditional Irish sounds wrapped in raw, heartfelt storytelling.

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Float

Flogging Molly

Float

A vibrant blend of Celtic melodies and punk energy that celebrates resilience and community spirit.

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Within a Mile of Home

Flogging Molly

Within a Mile of Home

A raucous blend of traditional Irish melodies and punk energy that captures the spirit of rebellion and belonging.

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Agony

The Tossers

Agony

A raucous blend of traditional Irish melodies and punk rock energy that ignites the spirit of rebellion.

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Black Thorn

Flatfoot 56

Black Thorn

Lively Celtic punk rhythms intertwine with heartfelt melodies and raucous energy, forging anthems of resilience and community.

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Toil

Flatfoot 56

Toil

A raucous blend of Celtic melodies and punk energy that echoes the struggles of everyday life.

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Long Dim Road

The Tossers

Long Dim Road

A spirited blend of traditional Irish melodies and punk energy, resonating with anthemic fervor.

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From the Ladle to The Grave

Boiled in Lead

From the Ladle to The Grave

A vibrant fusion of traditional folk melodies and punk energy, igniting a global musical dialogue.

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Antler Dance

Boiled in Lead

Antler Dance

A vibrant fusion of Celtic melodies and punk energy that invites listeners to dance and celebrate life.

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The Crock of Gold

Shane MacGowan and The Popes

The Crock of Gold

A raucous blend of Celtic melodies and punk energy, capturing the spirit of rebellion and celebration.

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