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 Clannad: With haunting songs, mesmerizing vocals, and a captivating sound that blends elements of traditional Irish and contemporary music, Clannad continues to occupy a unique place in the modern musical world. Fans of Enya, Loreena McKennitt and others will feel right at home in the melodies of this family of musicians from Donegal...
The word 'Clannad' is pronounced CLAN-ehd. Some people, especially in the US have taken to calling it clan-AHD, but this is incorrect. This information comes from the 'PastPresent' video and from interviews with the band.
Clannad was originally named 'an clann as Dobhar' meaning 'family from Dore.' The name was latter shortened to 'Clannad.'
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| Clannad - A Magical Gathering: The Clannad Anthology |
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 Original Release Date: April 16, 2002. 34 tracks on 2 CDs spanning the enchanting and entrancing blend of traditional Celtic, folk and pop sounds that the group made so popular in their 3 decades. A glorious reunion of classic songs that truly bridge all musical boundaries. Housed in a unique tri-fold digipak with a 43-page full-color booklet filled with pictures, notes on the band and discography. Housed in a slipcase.
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| Clannad - Magical Ring/Legend/Sirius [BOX SET] |
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 Original Release Date: 9 December, 2002. Buy three classic Clannad albums in one box set - 30 tracks in total!
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| Clannad - Greatest Hits |
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 Original Release Date: January 25, 2000. Clannad have brought out quite a few best of and greatest hits albums, but having listened to many of them I have to say that this album is the best one. This CD encompasses both the rock and folk aspects of the Irish band brilliantly, starting with the haunting Theme From Harry's Game, and ending with the soulful, upbeat Many Roads. The compilation contains a mixture of some of Clannad's well known hits, with those that are less known; including 4 tracks from the 80's drama Robin Of Sherwood.
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| Clannad - An Diolaim |
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 Original Release Date: 15 June, 1998. An excellent collection of Irish folk songs, both lively and soothing, showing the traditional roots of this family group. Despite most of the songs being sung in Gaelic, this in no way detracts from enjoying the sometimes haunting music. This music is excellent to relax and unwind to with a cool drink by candle light at the end of a hard day. While some of the song material may be a bit melancolic at times, the music is uplifting and a delight to listen to.
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| Clannad - Lore |
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 Original Release Date: 22 March, 1996. This is an excellent collection of captivating/haunting music and is recommended for any modern folk/new age audience as well as Clannad fans for whom it is one of the best albums. The Lore CD comprise both English and Gaelic lyrics. The vocals blend so well with the music that is is not necessary to understand the words to appreciate the music. The Themes and Dreams CD includes well known themes from films over the last decade or so.
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| Clannad - Magical Ring |
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 Original Release Date: 1 September, 1995. Original release date 1983. A beautiful album, containing a mixture of Irish and English vocals. Contains the angelic voice of Eithne Ni Bhraonain, (or ENYA as she is now known), and her family as backing vocals/instruments . Also contains tracks without vocals, such as The Fairy Queen, and the memorable theme from Harry's Game. All in all a top album, which is perfect for de-stressing or general listening.
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