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The words of the people in the songs of our nation, represent a unique, vivid and accessible insight into the story of Ireland, giving voice to the views of a people often denied all other means of expression and dissent, says Ron Kavana, who worked for more than 6 years on the project. Irish Ways is the first and only audio release that tells the true story of the Irish people through their songs and poetry.


This 4-CD hardcover set includes 5 hours of all new recordings of songs, poetry and narration, and arrangements of traditional and original material enclosed in a 46,000-word book. Kavana recorded the work in Cork and in London with his Alias Band. Several well-known Irish musicians, including Shane McGowan, Terry Woods, Paddy Keenan, and Gino Lupari make guest appearances on the project.


ABOUT RON KAVANA - Ron Kavana was born in County Cork in the south of Ireland. As a songwriter/composer/musician he has been at the cutting edge of the international folk scene for over 2 decades. A three-time Folk Roots Award winner, Kavana has released 10 multi-award winning albums to critical acclaim Home Fire is the most highly recommended Irish folk album in MOJO magazine s 1,000 Essential CDs.