Here is an introduction to one the greatest Irish balladeers of today, or any day. Damien Dempsey is from working class Dublin. His songs are based upon the struggles of life to be found in everyday Ireland. If you want to understand life in modern Ireland, then let Dempsey be your guide. https://youtu.be/Q9Wwg0Y1Sc4?t=1m41s
The Pogues – Wild Cats Of Kilkenny
This is what the banshee sounds like when you’re drunk on Irish poitín.
Iron Horse – Rocket Man
This version of the Elton John classic really rocks. Try to listen to it without tapping your feet… I dare you… but don’t do yourself an injury (stay away from the poitín (moonshine)), and don’t you dare marry your cousin, or aunt, or a hog. Rebel Voice would like to take this opportunity to apologise […]
Damien Dempsey – Sing All Our Cares Away
This is from an Irish folk legend… still going strong.