Release Date: 1/01/1986
Recording Date: 1/1986
Tracks: 10
Length: 00:39:55 Hrs
Label: Green Linnet
Type: CS,CD
- Genre/Styles
- Traditional Scottish Folk, Contemporary Celtic, Traditional Celtic, Celtic Folk, Scottish Folk
Album Tracks (10)
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What the Critics Say
After a brief experiment with electric instruments, the Tannies returned to a primarily acoustic approach on this album. As always, it's the singing that sets them apart most decisively from the competition: songs like "The Scottish Settler's Lament," "The Rovin' Heilandman" and the album's title track practically shimmer with the band's dense harmonies. Enjoyment of the instrumentals will hinge mainly on one's appreciation for the highland pipes, which are generally the core of the sound, though Phil Smillie's flute and whistle playing are also frequently out in front. Bandleader Roy Gullane is a fine songwriter, and contributes both the title track and "Bustles and Bows," a song decrying the whaling industry. ~ Rick Anderson, All Music Guide
