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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!"