Performed by Eilidh Cormack, this is a song from the perspective of a woman who has lost her family, her house and her land at the Battle of Inverlochy (1645). Obviously a Scottish song, but the tune may have been added in Canada, perhaps by an exiled Scot.

releases April 5, 2021
Traditional, arranged Robbie Greig

Vocals - Eilidh Cormack

Violin 1 - Jack Smedley
Violin 2 - Robbie Greig
Violincello - Alice Allen
Double Bass - Charlie Stewart
Electronics/Synths - Hamish MacLeod
Pedal Steel - Travis Linville

Engineered, mixed and mastered at GloWorm and Carrier Wave Studios, Glasgow, by Andrea Gobbi.

Artwork by Ann MacLeod

Blàr Inbhir Lòchaidh (feat. Eilidh Cormack)

This episode looks at the ballad Long Lankin aka Lamkin aka False Lankum.

Tracklist

John Reilly Jr. – False Lankum
Helen Diamond – Long Lankin
Seán Corcoran – The Lambkin
Ben Butcher – Long Lankin
George Fradley - Lankin
A.L. Lloyd – Long Lankin
Hare and Moon – Long Lankin
Steeleye Span – Long Lankin
Robin Williamson and Lawson Dondo – Long Lankin
Alexander Robb – Lamkin
Hedy West – Beaulampkin
Frank Profitt - Bo Lamkin
Mrs Lena Barre – Bolakins
The Wainwright Sisters – Long Lankin

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Long Lankin

Hornpipe & Reel: Hills of Coore/ Willie Clancy's

a set of reels from the album "well for some" with Dessie Kelliher and Brian O'Loughlin

The Noisey Curlew

Opening track from our new album 'Fuel'. Released 25th March 2016 on Transition Records. Available via 4squaremusic.co.uk 

Ignition

"Delightfully spirited and masterfully executed. The magical sounds of uilleann pipes and whistles weave their way harmoniously through an array of beautiful songs, lively tunes and soulful airs. Réalta’s second album is a sumptuous blend of traditional music from Ireland and further afield and is a testament to the creative talents of these young musicians!"
– John McSherry

The Star Above The Garter - Eibhlín Ní Riordáin’s

A selection of Reel from our upcoming album Scáthanna

Scáthanna

The Bag of Spuds/The Galway Rambler/The House of Hamill

Three Liz tunes, including one in honor of Tommy of Clancy Brothers' fame, followed by two reels. From the "Double Play" album with John Doyle.

Lament for Tommy Makem / Within a Hen's Kick / The Slippery Slope

Three reels of Liz's composition, from "Double Play," the Grammy nominated album with John Doyle.

Rushin' Dressing / The Quitter / Remove the Rug

This track is from the album Open the Door for Three and is available for purchase on CD Baby here: http://www.cdbaby.com/cd/realta

Martin Wynne's No. 3 / the Crosses of Annagh / My Love and I in the Garden (Reels)

From the 'At Attention' single on Matinée Recordings.

Blàr Inbhir Lòchaidh (feat. Eilidh Cormack)

Robbie Greig

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