Planxty: The Essential Planxty

Planxty helped redefine Irish traditional music for a new generation. Deeply rooted in tradition yet unmistakably innovative, the band combined extraordinary musicianship, vibrant arrangements and a thrilling sense of energy. Their distinctive vocal harmonies and intricate instrumental interplay created a sound unlike anything heard before in Irish music.

The Essential Planxty brings together the band’s most cherished and celebrated tunes from across their remarkable ten-year career. Featuring 10 tunes and showcasing the talents of every member of the group, this definitive collection captures Planxty’s innovative interpretation and exhilarating approach to traditional music.

1. Arthur McBride
2. The Good Ship Kangaroo
3. True Love Knows No Season
4. The Blacksmith
5. Sweet Thames Flow Softly
6. Raggle Taggle Gypsy / Tabhair Dom Do Lamh
7. The Blackberry Blossom
8. The Woman I Never Forgot
9. The Jolly Beggar
10. The Bonny Light Horseman