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Live in Concert

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This is a great album. I bought it the first time at a perfomance of Mick Moloney (the main artist), and then gave it to a friend. I agree with the other review that the rendition of Kilkelly on this album is better than on his album "Kilkelly"; but niether can compare to the way Mick Moloney sings it live. A truly great contribution to traditional Irish Music.

There is a gorgeous, haunting song on this album-- Kilkelly--about an old man whose children leave Ireland during a potato famine for a better life. Those of you of irish descent--or with an irish heart--get out your handkerchiefs. Particularly if you've been drinking whiskey or beer. Mick sings like an angel, and this is a better version than the one on his cd entitled Kilkelly.

Just to set the record straight (see the other reviews), the lead singer on "Kilkelly" (on this CD and on the 'Kilkelly' CD) is Robbie O'Connell. Mick Moloney does sing harmony on this song, and a glorious job it is by both of them.
That said, you really need this album. It captures the group Green Fields, comprised of all stellar artists in their own right, at its finest. You will not be disappointed.

Okay, Irish music fans, if you're serious about your obsession, then there's just no reason to pass this CD by. As traditional as St. Patrick's Day, the Greenfields of America bring such an infectious energy to their performances that it's a wonder half the world isn't drinking a pint in their honor. Combining all elements of Irish culture, from the written word of Celtic poetry, to mournful Gaelic ballads, to jigs that will practically force you out of your seat, these guys do it all with a grace that does Ireland proud. Still in all, this is not your grandfather's Irish music, but beautifully contemporary versions that just might prove that the old man had it right all along. (A-) - Tom Ryan