With the reissue, listeners have the opportunity to rediscover this landmark album's raw emotional power, and the bite of songs like "The World Turned Upside Down" and "Workers' Song". The reissue presents the album not just as a historical artefact, but as a living work still resonant in a time of social struggle, economic uncertainty and devolved national identities. Gaughan's combination of authenticity and activism remains compelling, and this reissue will allow both longtime fans and new listeners to experience the record in its best possible form.
"Folk Album of the Year" - Melody Maker
"Album of the Decade." - fRoots
"By turns defiant, inspired, hopeful and downright angry, this is a genuine benchmark album, adorned by Gaughan's passionate and fearsome guitar." - HMV Choice : All time classic album
Live at Celtic Connections 2026 - True & Bold: A Night for Dick Gaughan / Glasgow Royal Concert Hall Jan 18th 2026
Label
Topic
Genre
Country LP
Erin-Go-Bragh
Now Westlin Winds
Craigie Hill
World Turned Upside Down
The Snows They Melt The Soonest
Lough Erne
First Kiss At Parting
Scojun Waltz
Randers Hopsa
Song For Ireland
Workers' Song
Both Sides The Tweed

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