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Disc 01 01. "Jesus was a carpenter" 02. "The gypsy" 03. "Lord Thomas & Fair Ellender" 04. "The kilfenora jig" 05. "Fiddler's green" 06. "The story of Isaac" 07. "Bitter green" 08. "The penny wager" 09. "Marcie" 10. "Reels: The fair haired boy / Kiss the maid behind the barrel / The dawn" 11. "The spanish lady" 12. "Hello friend" 13. "Crazy Anne" 14. "Brightness, she came" 15. "If I could" 16. "Agela Davis" 17. "Colours of the dawn" 18. "I'll be gone in the morning" 19. "Seems so long ago, Nancy" 20. "The old man's tale"
Disc 02 01. "The wind in my hands" 02. "Won't you come with me?" 03. "Border child" 04. "If I sang my song" 05. "December windows" 06. "I get to thinking" 07. "Continental trailways bus" 08. "Bread and wine" 09. "You ought to know" 10. "Going home" 11. "The travelling people" 12. "The alamo" 13. "The life of the rover" 14. "I never will marry" 15. "Banks of Claudy" 16. "The curragh of kildare" 17. "Leaving London" 18. "My house" 19. "The wherefore and the why" 20. "Streets of London" 21. "The morning of our love" 22. "Aiseiri"
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Description: | This collection includes the last three albums for Transatlantic Records, dating from 1969, 1971 and 1972, plus a collection of A and B sides of singles that complete and complement the earlier BGO **Johnstons** release. The material in these recordings is a mixture of traditional and original songs, mainly written by **Paul Brady** and **Chris McCloud**. Including *â??The Traveling Peopleâ??, â??Spanish Ladyâ??, â??Hello Friendâ??* and many more. - .. GREEN/COLOURS OF THE DAWN/IF I SANG MY SONGDigitally remastered two CD set containing The Johnstons' last three albums for Transatlantic Records, dating from 1969, 1971 and 1972, plus a collection of A and B sides of singles that complete and complement our earlier Johnstons release. The material in these recordings is a mixture of traditional and original songs, mainly written by Paul Brady and Chris McCloud. The Johnstons split in 1973 with Paul Brady going on to have a critically-acclaimed career both as a writer and performer.The CD "Bitter Green/Colours Of The Dawn/If I Sang My Song" by The Johnstons, released by BGO Records, is a remarkable collection that brings together three of the most celebrated albums from this influential Irish folk group. This release offers listeners an immersive journey through the band's evolution during their peak years in the late 1960s and early 1970s. Known for their rich harmonies and innovative arrangements, The Johnstons played a pivotal role in popularizing traditional Irish music internationally. Their interpretations of classic folk songs as well as original compositions have earned them critical acclaim and a dedicated fan base worldwide. Notable successes include charting singles such as ?Both Sides Now? and collaborations with renowned artists like Paul Brady. BGO Records is recognized for its high-quality reissues of classic albums across various genres, ensuring that timeless music remains accessible to new generations of listeners. |
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No. of tracks: |
40 |
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Manufacturer No.: |
BGOCD1297 |
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