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The Purty Loft, Dun Laoghaire, Co. Dublin
Hot Press Review Feb - 2004
With nostalgia all the rage these days it comes as no great surprise that the 1960s ballad boom is currently enjoying a healthy revival among younger tykes. Not that this is anything new - The Pogues kick started it all of 20 years ago, while the recent success of the Luke Kelly tribute outfit confirms a ready audience for authentic balladry of the old school.
Despite their obvious youth (and not a beard between them) Dublin City Workingman's Band come across like the real deal and belt out the ballads like it was the Belgard Inn, circa 1971. With a singer who looks a ringer for TV star Hector O hEochagáin, they tackle standards like 'Black is The Colour' and 'Dirty Old Town' with ease before a full house - who lap it up enthusiastically.
Local hero and real life Dubliner, the legendry Ronnie Drew joins them for a handful of classics including mighty renditions of his trademark 'Mc Alpines Fusiliers', a stunning version of 'Raglan Road' and his hit with the Pogues ‘The Irish Rover'. DCWB bring things home with an impressive 'Fairytale of New York', rounding off a fine performance in grand style.
Colm O'Hare
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