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Written by Dominic Behan, and initially recorded by Ispíní na hÉireann in early 2020, following the Government’s decision to commemorate the Black and Tans 100 years after they terrorised Ireland, this album’s penultimate track it has become an ode to many things, including the urban slang that is unique to Dublin.
Republicanism as an ideology and practice, both active and armchair, was taken into consideration when creating the music around this track..
James McCafferty tells a story through his reed instruments, with the sax representing the new musical cultures that have permeated the Irish music scene in recent years, contrasted with the Cornet Horn, which represents the fading imperial cries of a dying empire.
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from The Hard Working Men,
released October 28, 2022
Tomás Mulligan: Vocals
Adam J. Holohan: Banjo & Vocals
Síomha Mulligan: Fiddle
Aongus Mac Amhlaigh: Cello
John Francis Flynn: Vocals/Synth & Guitar
Daragh Ó Céilleachair: mouthin’
Eoghan Ó Ceannabháin: Lilt
Cian Ó Ceallaigh: Bodhrán
Sgt James McCafferty: Saxophone & Cornett
The Ladies of the Sugar Snaps: Backing vocals
Produced and mixed by Chris Barry, Ailfionn Studios
supported by 11 fans who also own “Come Out Ye Black and Tans”
The Mary Wallopers are one of the finests bands from the actual Irish folk scene. Playing traditional tunes with great talent and a sophisticated sense of humor ;)
I hope to be able to see them live, on a stage or on a session as soon as possible ! mael_true_x
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