Clancy Brothers & Tom Makem Jasmine Records The CLANCY BROTHERS & Tommy Makem - Raise A Glass to the Sounds of The Clancy Brothers & Tommy Makem - Four Original Albums CD
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Jasmine Records The CLANCY BROTHERS & Tommy Makem - Raise A Glass to the Sounds of The Clancy Brothers & Tommy Makem - Four Original Albums CD
Raise A Glass To The Sounds Of by Clancy Brothers & Tom Makem, released 20 September 2012.
This version of Raise A Glass To The Sounds Of comes as a 2xCD. - .. SOUNDS OF. 55 TRACKS, FOUR ORG.ALBUMS
2012 two CD collection from the Irish Folk legends. The Clancy Brothers were an influential Irish family of folk singers who are widely credited for popularizing traditional Irish music in the United States. Best known for their work with Tommy Makem there's little doubt that in the 1960s, The Clancy Brothers and Tommy Makem were the most popular Irishmen in America. Clad in their trademark Aran sweaters they attacked the stage with boisterous exuberance. They introduced hundreds of songs, well known in Ireland, to a new and eager audience. They didn't fit either the old or the new stereotypes but they were clearly a force to be reckoned with. Here we highlight their first 4 LPs including a live session featuring Pete Seeger. Jasmine.
"Raise A Glass To The Sounds Of" is a CD that celebrates the rousing folk heritage of the Clancy Brothers & Tommy Makem, capturing the atmosphere of Irish pubs, sing-along choruses and heartfelt ballads. Expect a collection of traditional and tradition-inspired songs about camaraderie, home, love, exile and pride, delivered with the group's characteristic energy, rich harmonies and storytelling flair. The arrangements focus on acoustic guitar, banjo and bodhrán, leaving plenty of space for powerful lead vocals and strong group choruses that invite listeners to join in and "raise a glass" to the enduring sound of Irish folk. Whether you play it in the background at gatherings or sit down to savour every lyric, this CD offers a warm, authentic listening experience rooted in the Irish song tradition.
The Clancy Brothers & Tommy Makem were among the most influential figures of the Irish folk revival of the late 1950s and 1960s, helping to popularise Irish songs far beyond Ireland's borders. Known for their trademark Aran sweaters and charismatic stage presence, they brought traditional material to major concert halls and television shows, inspiring later generations of folk and singer-songwriters. Their international breakthrough and long-lasting impact on folk music culture earned them a place among the genre's reference names, with many of their interpretations becoming definitive versions for audiences worldwide. A short artist bio naturally highlights their role as ambassadors of Irish folk, as well as their success in giving old songs new life for modern listeners.
The CD is released by Jasmine, a label known for carefully curated reissues and compilations that preserve and highlight important recordings from past decades. Jasmine specialises in presenting classic material with attention to sound quality and historical context, often focusing on artists and genres that shaped modern popular music. Collectors and enthusiasts appreciate the label's dedication to making influential recordings accessible again, frequently with thoughtful track selections and a coherent musical concept. With "Raise A Glass To The Sounds Of", Jasmine once more underlines its commitment to timeless music that deserves to be rediscovered and enjoyed by new audiences.
Whether you are already a fan of Irish folk or discovering it for the first time, this CD offers an inviting gateway into the world of the Clancy Brothers & Tommy Makem. The combination of robust, singable choruses, moving narratives and a lively acoustic sound makes it suitable for both focused listening and convivial evenings with friends. Thanks to Jasmine's emphasis on quality and musical heritage, "Raise A Glass To The Sounds Of" stands as a fitting tribute to songs and performers that have left a lasting mark on folk history.
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Disc 1
1. O'donnell aboo
2. The croppy boy
3. The rising of the moon
4. The foggy dew
5. The minstrel boy
6. The wind that shakes the barley
7. Tipperary far away
8. Kelly the boy from killanne
9. Kevin barry
10. Whack fol the diddle
11. The man of the west
12. Eamonn an chnuic
13. Nell flaherty's drake
14. Boulavogue
15. Whisky you're the devil
16. The maid of sweet brown knowe
17. The moonshiner
18. Bold thady quill
19. Rosin the bow
20. Finnegan's wake
21. The real old mountain dew
22. Courting in the kitchen
23. Mick mcguire
24. A jug of punch
25. Johnny mceldoo
26. Cruiscin lan
27. Port lairge
28. The parting glass
disc 2
1. The moonshiner (live)
2. The whistling gypsy (live)
3. My johnny lad (live)
4. The work of the weavers (live)
5. The old orange flute (live)
6. Brennan on the moor (live)
7. Tim finnegan's wake (live)
8. Port lairge (live)
9. Haul away joe (live)
10. Young roddy mccorley (live)
11. A jug of punch (live)
12. Reilly's daughter (live)
13. Brennan on the moor
14. The work of the weavers
15. The stuttering lovers
16. Paddy doyle's boots
17. The maid of fife - e - o
18. The bard of armagh
19. The jug of punch
20. Roddy mccorley
21. The barnyards of delgaty
22. The castle of dromore
23. The bold tenant farmer
24. Ballinderry
25 bungle rye
26. Eileen aroon
27. Johnny i hardly know you
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