Voice of Ages

I was really looking forward to hearing the full album, and after I purchased it and listening to it over and over again, I must say it lived up to its expectations. I've always been a fan of The Chieftains since I was quite young as I've always had a strong interest in traditional Irish music and so this was a real treat to hear. It's never a surprise who The Chieftains collaborate with because they always seem to get it right. This album was no different. My favourite tracks are Lily Love, Down In The Willow Garden and Carolina Rua. But then there is School Days are over, My Lagan love and Hard Times Come Again No More. You can't really flaw the entire album because it's so original and true to its authenticity. In this regard, there are traditional sounds coming through on all of the tracks, more so on the latter ones in the album, which accommodates for a wider audience. Genres are broad also, with the likes of country, folk, rock etc. Voice of Ages is just as promised, very special. Don't judge it or categorize it as typical Irish 'didlee-aye'. Listen to the whole album and you'll see what I'm talking about. It marks The Chieftains 50th anniversary and they should be proud with such an extraordinary release.