Track Listing
1. Merman
2. Sergeant William Bailey
3. Farewell To Dublin
4. Admiral William Brown
5. Catalpa
6. Irish Eyes
7. Flower of Scotland
8. Michael Collins
9. Slainte Don A Baird / Cailin O Chois tSiuire Me / Planxty McGuire
10. Galtee Mountain Boy
11. The Piper That Played Before Moses
12. Let the People Sing
13. Joe McDonnell
CD Reviews
Excellent Musicians WIth Good Songs
Patrick J. McGervey | Avon Lake, Oh United States | 06/21/2000
(5 out of 5 stars)
"In the tradition of musicians who sincerely believe in what they are presenting, the Wolfe Tones present here a moving selection to arouse the emotions of those with Irish Rebellion flowing in their veins. Unlike most rebel albums, however, these world class musicians present their material with a beauty and grace that can stand apart from the message of their songs. When this album was presented in the wake of the 1981 hunger strike and Thatcher's response it was particularly poignant."
The Fabulous Wolfe Tones
dlanoue | Latham, New York | 06/09/2000
(5 out of 5 stars)
"I have had the oppourtunity to see The Wolfe Tones at 4 different concerts here in the USA. I have personally met each member of the band. If you've never seen them in concert before, then buying their music will probably be the most moving Irish experience you could ever imagine. That's why their known as The Fabulous Wolfe Tones."
Pure Genius.
dlanoue | 09/30/1999
(5 out of 5 stars)
"As with all Wolfe Tone Albums this is another example of the genius portrayed by these outstanding artists."
A Sense of Freedom for the Senses!
Wachkatze | Central Illinois | 02/29/2004
(5 out of 5 stars)
"There are times when words simply cannot convey the feelings or perceptions to the extent intended by the speaker. Such times often involve issues extending far beyond the realm of what philosophers sometimes refer to as single-plane dimensionism. When faced with situations such as this, our senses often take control and grant us the ability to visualize and experience the intangible nature of the event. The Wolfe Tones present a profound example of this phenomenon in this CD. Through their lyrics the Tones strive to help one feel the very nature of the Irish experience: eight-hundred years of senseless pain,suffering and bondage; love of country and internal fortitude; a burning desire for their own identity and freedom; rebelliousness for the cause of right in the face of overwhelming adversity, and unyielding hope, courage and valor, and they will entertain you in the process with a unique down-home musical style and passion of character guaranteed to bring a smile to the face and a tear to the eye. As you listen to songs such as Joe McDonnell, Admiral William Brown, Farewell to Dublin and all the rest, you'll know what I'm talking about. Some things you just have to experience for yourself. The Tones have been together now for 40 years, which has to be a world record. They are the greatest Irish rebel band in history, and their mystical ability to attract fans spanning the entire spectrum of age groups remains as solid today as it did 40 years ago. Only a very small number of groups can legitimately claim this impressive honor. What more can I say? The Wolfies are awesome. Up the Tones!"
Track Listings (13) - Disc #1