The Waterboys – Fisherman's Blues

The Waterboys were formed in London in 1981 and led by the singer/songwriter Mike Scott, the group's only constant member - with the supporting musicians ever changing around him.1988's Fisherman's Blues is the Waterboys's 4th album, for which the band were joined by traditional Irish players over a 3 year period, recording a mix of Irish trad, country, Soul and Rock, resulting in a stripped-down, folky sound which was a marked step away from the big music" he founded and pursued in previous albums.It has been called their 'warmest and most rewarding record'.The album has cut at half-speed by Barry Grint at AIR Studios, London. Format: Limited Edition 1LP 180gm Yellow Vinyl, poly inners, insert and OBI."

1. Side 1: Fisherman's Blues
2. We Will Not Be Lovers
3. Strange Boat
4. World Party
5. Sweet Thing
6. Side 2: And a Bang on the Ear
7. Has Anybody Here Seen Hank?
8. When Will We Be Married?
9. When Ye Go Away
10. Dunford's Fancy
11. The Stolen Child

Label: Chrysalis

Catalog: 5

Genre: Rock