Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan ‘Live at WOMAD 1985’ out today
Relive the magic of July 20th 1985, a pivotal performance for the legend of Qawwali music.
Fri, 26 July 19
Various Artists
Music at Matt Molloy’s
Various Artists
Released 27 July 1992
- Jackie Coleman's, Pigtown
- Cape Breton Jigs, McGurk's
- Over The Moor To Maggie, Fred Finn's, The Hunter's House
- Baile Mhúirne
- Rolling In The Ryegrass, The Killavil Fancy
- Rocking The Cradle, The Twin
- The Kilmovee Jog, The Maid At The Well, The Old Geese On The Bog
- Bonny Wood Green
- Miss Monaghan, Maggie On The Shore
- Dr. Gilbert, Queen Of The May
- Tommy Coen's, The Otter's Holt, McFadden's Handsome Daughter
- Garriett Barry's, Miss McLeod
- Kilkelly
- Sgaríunt Na Gcompanagh
- A Set Of Single Jigs Learned From Kevin's Father - John's Grandfather
- Larry Redigan's, The High Reel
- The Boys Of Ballinahinch, The Castle, Miko Russell's
- The Scotsman Over The Border, The Tenpenny Bit
- The Millionaire
- Westport Set-Dancers
Various Artists
Liner notes
Some of Ireland’s finest traditional musicians join legendary Chieftains’ flute player Matt Molloy and guitarist Arty McGlynn in Molloy’s own pub for a night of airy jigs, wild reels, dark pints and sad songs.
Reviews
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It is when we see a nation's people joining joyfully together in song and tune or lamenting alone in sorrow that we come closest to viewing the character of a nation. Dirty Linen (USA)
Further Listening
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Released 17 January 2014
The Gloaming carves new paths connecting the rich Irish folk tradition and the New York contemporary music scene. From haunting sean-nós songs to raucous folk explosions, they make music that is both ancient and utterly new: respecting traditions whilst bringing an unconventional energy into the mix. -
Various Artists
Released 10 March 1997
The Gathering documents a homecoming of the Irish diaspora made in triumph and strength. Recorded live in Cork at Éigse na Laoi 1995, it features traditional musicians from Donegal and Shetland, the United States, Cape Breton Island and England.
Further reading
Caoimhín Ó Raghallaigh & Thomas Bartlett reveal details of new album
A musical collaboration between two members of The Gloaming, the album is out in September.
Fri, 26 July 19
Riding a wave of emotion: Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan at WOMAD 1985
David Hutcheon explores the significance of Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan's iconic show at WOMAD in 1985.
Wed, 31 July 19
7 East African artists performing at this year’s Ongala Music Festival
Named after the late Remmy Ongala, the event showcases exciting new East African talent.
Fri, 09 August 19