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  | TIR NA NOG ~ A TEAR AND A SMILE / STRONG IN THE SUN
BGO 653 (Barcode: 5017261206534) ~ IRELAND ~ Folk-Rock
Recorded: 1972 - 1973 Released: 2004
2nd and 3rd album by Irish Folk-Rock duo Tir Na NogFind albums by this artist, one of the finest representatives of the genre, although little known and often neglected by fans and critics alike. Sonny CondellFind albums by this artist and Leo O´KellyFind albums by this artist had between them everything needed to create great music – they were both good songwriters, each played several instruments and their vocal harmonies were second to none. Following the release of their eponymous debut album in 1971, which was basically recorded by the duo without help from any additional musicians, they changed the approach slightly for their next two albums, using great studio players to expand the sound and even added some string arrangements to create a full-fledged Prog / Folk sound and feel. Some of the players involved include legendary bassist Brian OdgersFind albums by this artist and Procol HarumFind albums by this artist keyboardist Matthew FisherFind albums by this artist. Both these albums stand the test of time splendidly, remaining as minor masterpieces of the genre. Sadly with the change of the musical and social climate in Britain by the mid-1970s the group fell victim to the music market realities and disbanded, never to record again. This reissue brings back to life an essential piece of the Folk-Rock puzzle, which remained hidden for decades. A must to all Folk-Rock enthusiasts!
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  | TIR NA NOG ~ SPOTLIGHT
HUX 021 ~ UK ~ Folk-Rock
Tir Na Nog were one of the finest UK folk/Prog groups, based around the acoustic duo of Sonny Condell and Leo O`Kelly. Their unmatched vocal harmonies and gentle, but sophisticated guitar duets are a pleasure to the ear and heart. This album presents the group`s BBC sessions from 1972-73, which is the only live material available by this group.
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  | TIR NA NOG ~ TIR NA NOG
BGO 0053 (Barcode: 5017261200532) ~ UK ~ Folk-Rock
Recorded: 1971 Released: 1992
1st album by the legendary UK Folk-Prog duo Tir Na NogFind albums by this artist, which was among the best of the genre. The gentle music is characterized by perfect vocal harmonies and delicate but sophisticated guitar work. A treasure!
| | Updated: 28/07/2023Posted: | CD 1 Recommend To A Friend |
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