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Brian McNeill – Unstrung Hero – Vinyl Record
Unstrung Hero is an album by Brian McNeill, a Scottish folk musician and songwriter, released in 1992. McNeill is known for his contributions to the Scottish folk music scene as a fiddler, guitarist, singer, and composer.
Unstrung Hero features McNeill’s virtuosic fiddling, along with his evocative songwriting and storytelling. The album combines traditional Scottish folk music elements with contemporary themes and arrangements.
Brian was a founding member of Battlefield Band and of course plays on most of their albums. This solo excursion shows off various facets of his talent to good effect. The multi-instrumentalist – he plays all the instruments. It shows Brian McNeill the musician working within the best traditions of Scottish music but willing to take that music a step further.
Some of the notable tracks on Unstrung Hero include ‘The Black Officer Set,’ ‘Unstrung Hero,’ and ‘The Atlantic Reels.’ These songs showcase McNeill’s mastery of the fiddle and his ability to weave compelling narratives through his music.
As a solo artist and as a member of various folk bands, Brian McNeill has made significant contributions to the preservation and promotion of Scottish folk music. ‘Unstrung Hero’ is a testament to his talent and dedication to the folk music tradition.
Brand new, never played and still sealed in the factory plastic seal
Temple Records TP017
Track Listing
Lift Your Glass to the Landlady/Peter Calver’s Favourite/ The Steeple Reel
The Butterfly Chain
Angela Morrison’s Pavanne/The White Dress/The Foggy Banks of Haines
Boys That Broke the Ground/Ortiguera
Tall Ships in Their Prime
Ivory Reel/Miss Susan Feddersen/The Quill
Belle-Ile/Crookhill
Laverock Sang
The Heron
Molly Roses/Hamish Henderson’s Refusal
Blue Jay and a Cardinal
Bothkennar
Down the Road to Galloway/Catherine Jane’s Polka
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