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"Allt" is a beautiful collection of newly crafted songs and tunes by Julie Fowlis, Éamon Doorley, Zoë Conway and John Mc Intyre. Recorded live in the round, "Allt" is the culmination of a composition project inspired by old and new Gaelic poetry from Scotland and Ireland. Emotive and powerful melodies coupled with thoughtful and understanding accompaniment, this album captures the spirit and the energy of a live performance. "Allt" is a truly collaborative venture which artfully and sensitively threads together words and music from their home countries, and reaffirms the ancient musical connection between Ireland and Scotland.

This previously unreleased project from the Owsley Stanley Foundation and Claddagh Records is the last ever from Paddy Moloney, a legendary member of the Chieftains. Bear's Sonic Journals: The Foxhunt was recorded live in San Francisco at the Boarding House on October 1, 1973, by soundman Owsley "Bear" Stanley. The Chieftains appeared at the personal invitation of Jerry Garcia. 2 CD set includes a bonus disc featuring the 1976 show at San Francisco's Great American Music Hall in 1976.

Altan is arguably the most iconic band working in traditional Irish music today. For the past 35 years, they have been bringing the music of their native County Donegal to the world stage. Irish-language songs and dynamic twin-fiddling, the hallmarks of Altan's sound, framework the band's newest album, aptly titled 'DONEGAL'. The album's 10 tracks pay homage to Donegal's rich musical heritage, breathtaking landscapes, and vibrant culture. The authenticity and allure of the music transports listeners to a bygone time in rural Ireland while simultaneously forging a connection between the past and modern times.