This glorious double album captures a vivid snapshot of the current state of Irish Folk Music. It includes influential artists who have dominated the scene since the 60s and a number of up-and-coming talents whose music again respects the tradition but possesses the excitement of creative discovery. 32-page booklet with extensive information in English. German translations can be downloaded from arcmusic.co.uk.

Artists

Luke Kelly (vocals), Kevin Burke (fiddle), Mícháel O'Domhnaill (guitar), Andy Irvine (vocals), Paul Brady (guitar), Johnny Duhan (vocals), Michelle Mulcahy (harp), Dolores Keane (vocals), Jane Cassidy (vocals), Lou McMahon (vocals), Martin Hayes (fiddle), Dennis Cahill (guitar), Luka Bloom (vocals), Niamh Parsons (vocals), John Spillane (vocals), Sinéad O'Connor (vocals), Christy Moore (vocals)

Lúnasa, Réalta, Dervish, The Makem and Spain Brothers, Joe O'Donnell's Shkayla, The Willis Clan, Screaming Orphans, Afro Celt Sound System, Clannad, The Young Folk, Cherish the Ladies, Caladh Nua, Craobh Roa, The Mighty Doonans, Kíla, Johnstons, The, Dubl