Only Our Rivers Run Free - Wolfe Tones, McConnell, Michael
Quare Things in Dublin
Padraic Pearse
On the One Road - Wolfe Tones, O'Donovan, Frank
God Save Ireland - Wolfe Tones, Traditional
Irish Eyes
Song of Liberty - Wolfe Tones, Byrne, Tom
Uncle Nobby's Steamboat
Spancil Hill - Wolfe Tones, Traditional
Paddle Your Canoe
Some Say the Devil Is Dead
Let the People Sing
A Nation Once Again - Wolfe Tones, Davis, Thomas
The wolfe tones are the biggest and most influential irish folk group of all time. They celebrate 45 years together and in their native ireland they have sold more records than u2. The cd features some of their biggest son... more »gs: streets of new york, on the one road, some say the devil is dead, a nation once again. Their signature 'a nation once again' was voted the #1 track in the world by the bbc world service poll, piping the likes of elvis, the beatles, bob marley and bob dylan to the title« less
The wolfe tones are the biggest and most influential irish folk group of all time. They celebrate 45 years together and in their native ireland they have sold more records than u2. The cd features some of their biggest songs: streets of new york, on the one road, some say the devil is dead, a nation once again. Their signature 'a nation once again' was voted the #1 track in the world by the bbc world service poll, piping the likes of elvis, the beatles, bob marley and bob dylan to the title
"When I heard a native Irishman talking about this CD, I knew I had to have it. I'm usually an instrumental celtic fan, but i decided that i need something to sing along, and this is the perfect CD. The CD says they are "probably the most famous ballad group in Ireland today," but their ballads seem different. Many groups sing ballads like death marches, but not the case here. Even when they sing about sad themes, the music still cheers you up. I especially like "Quare Things in Dublin" when they sing about "five legged cats, two headed monkeys, and three legged donkeys. The CD begins with a powerful and heart felt rendition of "My Heart is in Ireland," and ends with an equally emotional "A Nation Once Again". In between are 14 equally incredible tracks that tell the tale of Irish pride, the desire to be free, and the sacrifices made by ancestors. Even if you are not Irish, you can still be empathetic to the messages. I love this CD. If you don't believe me, then believe the Irishman who recommended it to me."
The hits just keep on coming!
Wachkatze | Central Illinois | 03/14/2004
(5 out of 5 stars)
"If I had to select one group as my all-time favorite Irish band, the choice would be crystal-clear: the Wolfe Tones. Although there are many fine Irish groups around, none of them move me as do the Wolfe Tones. The Wolfies inject massive amounts of sincerity and heart into everything they sing. They have an uncanny ability to make me feel the sadness, hope, joy, pride and tenacity of the Irish who struggle, and have struggled, throughout the years for their own identity.Many of the their songs are political, and the Tones offer no apologies. The British government has violated and mistreated the Irish for hundreds of years, just as they did the early colonists until we banded together and sent them running back to England crying for their Queen mother. The Tones are a musical reflection of the Irish who simply wanted the sense of freedom that only self-government can bestow. This CD is a superb sample of what the Wolfe Tones have to offer. Songs such as "On the One Road, "God Save Ireland," and "A Nation Once Again" are uplifting and reflect the unity and pride that Americans who have any sense of history can appreciate. "Some Say the Divil is Dead" and "Uncle Nobby's Steamboat" are lighthearted, fun songs that make you want to sing along. Reflecting love and hope are songs as "My Heart is in Ireland," "Let the People Sing," and "Irish Eyes." If you've never heard of the Wolfe Tones, get this fine CD and expand your musical horizons. I'm confident that you'll be wanting more. I know I did. The Wolfe Tones are truly rebels with applause. They've got something to say and they say it with passion, style and pride. I have 14 of their CDs and hope they continue turning them out for years to come. They have not been together 40 years for nothing. Do yourself a favor and check out these fine lads."
Fine Collection
John T. Nugent, Sr. | 03/29/2000
(5 out of 5 stars)
"This cd is a fine compilation of the Wolfe Tones work. The Wolfe Tones have been able to obtain international recognition for their work, yet they have still been able to maintain a body of work that demonstrates their love and desire for a free Ireland. This cd includes some wonderful songs, and these songs do a good job of encompassing the group's range. A fine cd for first and long time listeners alike."
Maybe the Last You Will Hear of Them
John T. Nugent, Sr. | Connecticut, USA | 01/26/2002
(5 out of 5 stars)
"Since the group broke up on January 8, 2002, this may be the last album seen under the Wolfe Tones name. Brian, Noel and Tommy have stayed to form a new group and record more of Brian's songs, but Derrick has gone his own way. Get these albums while you can."