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.
Top Celtic punk artists
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The celtic punk essentials
Twenty-four picks. Press play on any of them.
Dropkick Murphys
The Early Years
A raucous blend of Celtic melodies and punk energy that captures the spirit of Boston's working-class ethos.
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Dropkick Murphys
For the People
A raucous blend of Celtic melodies and punk energy fuels anthems of rebellion and camaraderie.
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The Pogues
Rum Sodomy & the Lash
A raucous blend of traditional Irish folk and punk rock energy, brimming with raw emotion and social commentary.
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The Pogues
Peace and Love
A lively blend of Celtic melodies and punk rock energy, brimming with poignant storytelling and vibrant instrumentation.
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Flogging Molly
Float
A lively blend of punk rock energy and Celtic folk melodies that captures a spirit of resilience and celebration.
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Flatfoot 56
Jungle of the Midwest Sea
This album encapsulates the band's vibrant spirit while balancing accessible melodies with their signature punk energy. It represents their evolution and sets the stage for understanding their impact on the genre.
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Flatfoot 56
Toil
A raucous blend of Celtic melodies and punk energy that invites both celebration and reflection.
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Flogging Molly
Within a Mile of Home
A raucous blend of punk energy and traditional Irish instrumentation that evokes both celebration and melancholy.
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The Tossers
Agony
A raucous blend of traditional Irish melodies and punk energy, embodying the spirit of rebellion and celebration.
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The Tossers
Long Dim Road
A spirited blend of traditional Irish melodies and punk energy, capturing the essence of rebellion and camaraderie.
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Boiled in Lead
From the Ladle to The Grave
A frenetic blend of traditional folk instrumentation and punk energy, echoing the spirit of rebellion with every note.
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Boiled in Lead
Antler Dance
A vibrant fusion of Celtic rhythms and punk energy, blending traditional melodies with modern sensibilities.
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Shane MacGowan and The Popes
The Crock of Gold
A spirited blend of Celtic punk and rock that marries raucous energy with traditional melodies and storytelling.
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Adjacent sounds
By decade
Where Celtic punk landed in each era.