Clancy Brothers - Rebels, Rovers & Rakes 1959-62

The Clancy Brothers
Rebels, Rovers & Rakes 1959-62
Acrobat 1708 - import compilation LP

     "Rebels, Rovers & Rakes: 1959-62" captures the raw energy, storytelling brilliance, and enduring charm of The Clancy Brothers, the legendary Irish folk group who brought traditional Irish songs to international prominence. Emerging from New York's Irish-American community in the late 1950s, the group--led by Paddy, Tom, Liam, and later included other members--redefined the sound of Irish folk with their rich harmonies, driving rhythms, and charismatic performances. Their recordings from 1959-62 remain milestones in the folk revival, inspiring countless musicians and audiences worldwide. Side A opens with stirring, politically and culturally charged ballads such as "The Rising of the Moon," "The Croppy Boy," "The Foggy Dew," and "Kevin Barry," showcasing the group's ability to convey history with passion and authenticity. Lively reels and drinking songs such as "Whiskey, You're The Devil," "The Real Old Mountain Dew," "A Jug of Punch," and the rollicking "Finnegan's Wake" illustrate their fun-loving, communal energy, balancing historical reflection with rowdy celebration.
     Side B offers intimate, timeless folk favorites including "The Parting Glass," "Johnny I Hardly Knew Ye," "Roddy McCorley," and "Brennan On The Moor." Traditional tunes like "I'll Tell My Ma," "The Wild Colonial Boy," "Shoals of Herring," and "Will Ye Go, Lassie Go? (Wild Mountain Thyme)" highlight their mastery of narrative, melody, and harmony, delivering songs that feel both authentic and immediately engaging. Rebels, Rovers & Rakes: 1959-62 is an essential collection for folk enthusiasts, collectors, and newcomers alike, offering a definitive portrait of The Clancy Brothers at their peak--bold, heartfelt, and timeless.

     Songs are:
The Rising Of The Moon
The Croppy Boy
The Foggy Dew
Kevin Barry
The Wind That Shakes The Barley
Whiskey, You're The Devil
The Real Old Mountain Dew
A Jug Of Punch
Finnegan's Wake
The Parting Glass
Johnny, I Hardly Knew Ye
Roddy McCorley
Brennan On The Moor
I'll Tell My Ma
The Wild Colonial Boy
Shoals Of Herring
Will Ye Go, Lassie Go? (Wild Mountain Thyme)

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