IRVINE Andy
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The release of Andy Irvine’s first studio album in over ten years is no small news. At the helm is producer Dónal Lunny, one of Andy’s longest running musical partners and, of course, Planxty compadre. An Andy Irvine album wouldn’t be so without the inclusion of songs relating to political corruption and the socialist struggle for equality. There is a triumvirate of songs included here which very much relate to this side of the artist. The plight of poor Australian farmers battling droughts and unsympathetic banks. An original song telling story of militant agitator Mary Harris who campaigned for the rights of American mining families from the late 19th century to her death in 1930. An American style folk song where Andy once again calls on the strength of spirit of his lifelong hero Woody Guthrie. Andy Irvine’s longstanding journey through music has been well documented, excuse the delay.