Classic Album that has to be listened to
The adage that one should not judge a book by its cover is especially pertinent here. This album is among the most beautiful Irish albums ever produced. It is not just the music, it is the poetry, and the stories. It is the social commentary that is biting and compassionate. Ronnie Drew's version of Eric Bogle's "The Band Played Waltzin' Matilda" preceded by the short poem "Peace" is among the most powerful covers of this song. With songs of love, both naive and mature, songs of unemployment,censors- hip, poverty, the album is a real tour de force.
