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Recorded between 1961 and 1969. Includes liner notes by Earle Hitchner.
This is actually the best of the Clancy Brothers & Tommy Makem in the '60s, rather than a career-spanning anthology. All but one of the tracks were recorded between 1961 and 1969, the exception being "Johnson's Motor Car," recorded in 1987 and released in 1994. The Clancy Brothers found their greatest popularity in the '60s, though, so this 16-song compilation is a reasonable representation of their most renowned material. Their live sound is emphasized over their studio one, with 11 of the songs culled from concerts in various years and locations. "The Rising of the Moon," "Irish Rover," and "Patriot Game" are the tunes that might be apt to strike the most familiar chords. "A Nation Once Again," a studio cut with marching drum, actually makes for a welcome variation from the more informal arrangements of their live repertoire. As a whole the disc is consistent, stirringly sung and played Irish folk music, as to be expected from acknowledged top practitioners of the form. Even if you have a few Clancy Brothers Columbia albums already, you might be missing a good deal of these cuts, as no less than seven were recorded in the '60s but not first released until the '90s. ~ Richie Unterberger
All tracks have been digitally remastered.
This is part of Legacy's "Sounds Of Ireland" series.
Compilation producer: Lawrence Cohn.
Adapters: Tommy Makem; Paddy Clancy; Liam Clancy; Tom Clancy.
Personnel: Tommy Makem (vocals, guitar, tin whistle); Liam Clancy (vocals, guitar, concertina); Paddy Clancy, Tom Clancy (vocals).
Liner Note Author: Earle Hitchner.
Recording information: Carnegie Hall, NY (10/19/1961-??/??/1987); Chappell Studios, London, England (10/19/1961-??/??/1987); Columbia 30th Street Studios, NY (10/19/1961-??/??/1987); columbia Studios, NY (10/19/1961-??/??/1987); Newport Folk Festival, Newport, RI (10/19/1961-??/??/1987); The Gate Of Horn, Chicago, IL (10/19/1961-??/??/1987).
Arrangers: Tommy Makem; P.J. Kennedy; Paddy Clancy; Liam Clancy; Tom Clancy.
Guests:Jean Carne,Leon Huff, Dexter Wansel,Marcus Johnson
Personnel includes: Tommy Makem (vocals, guitar, banjo, whistle); Liam Clancy (vocals, guitar, concertina); Paddy Clancy, Tom Clancy (vocals).
Producers include: Teo Macero, Bob Morgan, David Rubinson, Tom Wilson.
NAPRA Review (05-06/02, p.72) - "...[Captures] all the humor, energy and poignancy of this group on-stage....Above all, it is Makem's voice that thrills, cajoles, soothes, haunts, and best represents his nation's complex and colorful history..."
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Average Rating: (5 out of 5 stars)
New "Best Of The Clancy Brothers" Really Is! As a long time fan of the Clancy Brothers and Tommy Makem (saw them live in '63), I have bought a few "Best Of" collections through the years. Always a treat, but not quite my idea of the best. This collection, however, is right on the nose. A mixture of studio and live cuts, a nice cross section of tunes with various types of backing, but all with that classic Clancy style...hearty and heartfelt. I especially like the inclusion of a lesser known but hauntingly melodic number called "I'm A Freeborn Man Of The Traveling People". This compilation captures the Brothers and Makem at their peak...powerful,
fun-loving, and funny. Even if you have their albums, you'll still appreciate this generous (16 cuts) and nicely selected collection. If you're wondering who the Clancy's are, grab this album and find out. Submitted by a reviewer (Fresno, CA USA) Was This Review Helpful? YesNo 1 of 1 found this helpful.
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