Dick Gaughan -Handful Of Earth -TOPIC CD Grooves.land/Playthek

Details / Tracklist:

01. "Erin-Go-Bragh"

02. "Now westlin winds"

03. "Craigie Hill"

04. "World turned upside down"

05. "The snows they melt the soonest"

06. "Lough Erne / First kiss at parting"

07. "Scojun waltz / Randers Hopsa"

08. "Song for Ireland"

09. "Workers' song"

10. "Both sides the tweed"

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Topic Treasures Series

Description:

Deluxe CD issue of the classic Topic album. /Sleeve notes by Ken Hunt / Unseen photographs from the Topic LP photo session. / Melody Maker LP of the year 1981 and Roots album of decade 1989. When Handful of Earth â?? Topic 12TS419 â?? came out in November 1981, no-one but Dick Gaughan could have made it. The passage of the years has revealed it to be an essential work of magisterial strength and potency. Though it may have been a coincidence that it was the first LP he had ever recorded in Scotland, it held a music mirror up to contemporary society and politics as nothing he had recorded before â?? and unlike anything anyone else had done. It was conceived and assembled meticulously. - TOPIC TREASURES SERIES

Jewel case in a cardboard sleeve Topic Treasures "Deluxe CD Release" Licenced by Proper Records Limited First published by Topic 1981 Recorded by Robin Morton at Temple Studios Tracks 1 - 3, 5 - 7, 10 Topic Records Ltd. Track 4 Copyright Control Track 8 Leola Music Ltd. Track 9 Memory Lane Music Ltd.

"Handful Of Earth" is a landmark album by Scottish folk musician Dick Gaughan, released in 1981 on CD format by the renowned label Topic Records. This powerful collection showcases Gaughan's passionate vocals and masterful guitar work, blending traditional Scottish songs with contemporary political themes. The album features standout tracks such as "Now Westlin Winds," "The World Turned Upside Down," and "Both Sides the Tweed," each reflecting Gaughan?s commitment to social justice and his deep connection to Scotland?s musical heritage. Widely regarded as one of the greatest folk albums ever recorded, "Handful Of Earth" has received critical acclaim for its emotional depth and lyrical brilliance. Dick Gaughan is celebrated as one of Scotland's most influential folk artists. With a career spanning several decades, he has been recognized for revitalizing traditional music while infusing it with modern relevance. His unique voice and innovative arrangements have earned him numerous awards and an enduring legacy within the global folk community. Topic Records, established in 1939, is one of the oldest independent record labels in the world specializing in folk music. Known for their dedication to preserving traditional sounds while supporting groundbreaking new talent, Topic has played a pivotal role in shaping British and international roots music scenes.

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TTSCD5

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