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Young Dubliners
Absolutely
Genres: Folk, International Music, Pop, Rock

Track Listings (12) - Disc #1
1. Salvation
2. Come On
3. Scream
4. Low
5. Jump In The Sea
6. Name
7. Linreel
8. Knickers
9. Fan
10. These Days
11. Brown Dog
12. Ooh La La

CD Details

All Artists: Young Dubliners
Title: Absolutely
Members Wishing: 0
Total Copies: 0
Label: Higher Octave
Release Date: 6/4/2002
Genres: Folk, International Music, Pop, Rock
Styles: British & Celtic Folk, Celtic, Europe, Britain & Ireland, Adult Alternative
Number of Discs: 1
SwapaCD Credits: 1
UPCs: 724381247921, 0724381247952

Synopsis

Amazon.com

Southern California's Young Dubliners may share a name with one of Ireland's most famous folk bands, but they draw their musical inspiration from Celtic rockers like U2, the Boomtown Rats, and Big Country. On Absolutely, the Young Dubs deliver a dozen songs that range from the guitar-driven anthem "Salvation" to the barroom bellow "Brown Dog" to the power ballad "These Days." While the band's chunky electric guitars and funky rhythms are rock & roll to the core, the fiddling of Chas Waltz gives the grooves a distinctly Celtic lilt, especially on the instrumental "Unreel" and the sweetly nostalgic cover of the Faces' "Ooh La La." The Young Dubliners are a very popular stage act--their fans crowd the front of the stage in "jig pits" rather than mosh pits--and even though they will never be mistaken for a traditional folk group, the music of the Young Dubs moves to the undeniable rhythm of a Celtic heartbeat. --Michael Simmons

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CD Reviews

Less Irish, more rock... still good

R. Shumskis | Maryland, USA | 07/16/2002

(4 out of 5 stars)

"I got my copy of this album today along with "Breathe". It's interesting listening to the two next to each other. They're different but still similar.On this album they're definitely promoting their rock side. Gone are the mandolin, banjo, harmonica, sax, and whistles as well as a lot of their foundation-setting Irish sound. (The violin is the sole folk instrument remaining.)"Unreel" is the only instrumental, and that term is used technically. 1, there are more drums on the track than violin; 2, it's only 1:45 or so long and conveniently placed in the middle of the album, so it's really more of an intermission track. "Brown Dog" is a good fast-paced pub song. Their cover of "Ooh La La" comes off nicely. Overall the songs come off more mature than previous releases. They're touching on some big issues and deep emotions. Except for "Knickers"; you may not want to let the kids listen to that one. And there are NO re-worked traditional songs (such as "Rocky Road to Dublin" or "Follow Me up to Carlow"), which is moderately disappointing.I recently reviewed Seven Nations latest ("And Now it's Come to This") and bashed it all over. This may seem to be a hypocritical point to dislike their new turn but enjoying what YD is doing. But, while 7N and YD are both typically lumped in the "Celtic rock" file their styles are different. 7N has made a major shift in structure, while YD always has been a sort of Irish rock band. Personally, I find YD's new set different than previous releases but still catchy and respectable. The Irish tint is not as strong as before but still definitely present. This album is like a natural evolutionary step for them, as opposed to 7N which is forcing a new style...."

Sexy and Smart

R. Shumskis | 09/18/2003

(5 out of 5 stars)

"This is a tight studio album full of great originals and one excellent cover. There is something for everyone on this cd...I dare you to not like it. Great party music or road tripping music...anywhere any time...the dubs will have you rocking. The songs are a spectrum of emotion and energy, everything from the light hearted "Kickers" (written for their sponsors Killian's Irish Red) to the poignent "These Days" to the best drinking song I've heard in a long time "Brown Dog". You'll laugh you'll cry you'll dance....and I garuntee you'll love every minute of it. Best Celtic Rock band in the world. For more info on the band check out their website at www.youngdubs.com"

Love it!

Lauren L. Gaise | Colorado | 08/31/2003

(5 out of 5 stars)

"I absolutly love this cd. I would have to say that this one is definitely my favorite out of all there releases thus far. Keith, the lead singer, has an amazing voice and they all know how to rock. I have been to many of there shows and they, without a doubt, are one of the best bands to see live. They deliver a great show and know how to have a good time! You can't go wrong buying this cd!"