i live in the U.S. gran mothers side is irish. i found this man on here one night while i was bored. after i joined the Marines i listened to him quite often. i like his mucis because it doesnt pretend to offer anything more than what he tells: no false stories here. the man was true awesomeness. i cannot imagine the solemn pride that must belong to his family to know that he brought so much happiness to so many....if only for a little while.
@@MrSalvadorFuentes he got out of that in his older age, though. Tell the rest of the story, please. Ronnie Drew and Ciaran Bourke both actually used to playfully chide him for it; you can hear some of this on their 1964 live performance at the Cecil Sharpe House in London. Also, Luke went back to his Catholic faith right before he reposed. I pray that he is in Heaven with the Lord. He brought so many people joy, not just in Ireland, but all around the world.
Just gonna add another bump to this, since it’s been a couple years. I absolutely love this version of this song. I literally weep, knowing I missed out on ever hearing him in person. Even many of his happy songs bring tears of sadness to my eyes. What a beautiful voice and soul behind it. As others have said before, we shall never see (nor hear) his like again. At least he has inspired some to try.
Watched a program about him on RTE the other night. Gave a real insight into his life. He wasn't republican or anything like that, he lent his voice to lots of causes of injustice. Wonderful program and really sad. It was great to watch, as until a few montsh ago I'd never heard him. Now I'm glad I've been able to get some of his songs and appreaciate the great sound of a true folk singer.
There is not autotune here, back when he was alive, if you didn't have the stuff to be a performer you didn't make it. Now, if you can half-way sing, they'll auto-tune you and you'll make millions, if Luke was to come back, he'd get on stage and bring these modern performers to tears in sheer awe of his greatness.
Everynight like my own ritual I listen songs sung by Our lovely Luke, before my sleep. His haunted and magical voice give impression that's he continue alive. How I admire his charismatic person and his stunning voice!! It's totally impossible to stop listen him!!!
This is the only song I ever heard about the Criemean War(1854-1856).Luke Kelly's version is wonderful but Barney Mc Kenna's version with music is also terrific.
Kelly, I've been listening to all of these songs you post and I really have to thank you for uploading them. Luke is by far my favorite musician and these rare songs you post of his are just beautiful and tear inducing...
The difference is that this version is the original and the traditional version and traditions are dying so this would be great for anyone to learn to keep the tradition alive to quote Luke himself in a song he sang written by Ewan MacColl The Thirty Foot Trailer "The old way are changing you can not deny."
Today in the 21st Century we need a Next Generation of 'Dubliners' - it's up to us lads - The likes of these men are 'almost' consigned to history - we need to 'follow up' so to speak
This is the only song that Luke sang that I prefer another version of. Bob Lynch’s is the definitive version, although this has Kelly’s own stamp and still a great version.
this is off an album called "thank you for days" it has lots of rare recordings. the only one I can find online is 80euro. if you have one hang onto it its a beauty
my family is from kerry., what this song says to me is, i may be at the bottom of the ces swpool but, i will never give up, i am a human, child of god, never ever wil I give up. never ever.
'Canons honour men killed in Crimean war' unknown press article from a few years ago.
March 17 2014 04:58 PM THE people of Tralee walk past them on a daily basis but, as is often the case with such familiar landmarks, many may not be aware of the true significance the iconic twin cannons that stand on either side of the Tralee's Courthouse steps. Given the current crisis that is unfolding in Crimea it's perhaps timely to note that one of the cannons was erected in memory of the 55 Kerrymen who died while serving in the British armed forces during the Crimean War of 1854 to 1856. The dead included soldiers ranking from privates to officers and one can see many familiar local family names emblazed on the side of the ornate stone plinth that supports the cannon. The two cannons, which were used by the British in various Asian campaigns, were erected outside the courthouse in the late 1800s to honour the Kerrymen who fell in Crimea and also during the Indian Mutiny campaign of 1857 and the Chinese War of 1858 to 1860. All told about 1,000 men from Kerry fought with the British Imperial forces in those three campaigns. It's also worth noting that the decommissioned cannon were still explosive until just a few years ago. In late 2012 five sticks of gelignite, detonators and a fuse were found stuffed into one of the them. The explosives, which were viable, had lain undiscovered in the cannon for over 20 years following a failed attempt by republicans to destroy the memorial.
I've been llearning these songs for years and never done a good job of matching or keeping up with Luke. recently some people asked me to sing "modern" songs and I was amazed how easy it was, like it took no effort at all. afterwards people were amazed at my singing for the first time but after I was done, I felt like the songs had no soul and I felt like a hollow instrument.
His melisma is so spot on. Like he had frets in his vocal chords. Blows me away.
Were this recorded today in 2024 people would say "obviously autotuned"
i live in the U.S. gran mothers side is irish. i found this man on here one night while i was bored. after i joined the Marines i listened to him quite often. i like his mucis because it doesnt pretend to offer anything more than what he tells: no false stories here. the man was true awesomeness. i cannot imagine the solemn pride that must belong to his family to know that he brought so much happiness to so many....if only for a little while.
And he was a communist 💪
@@MrSalvadorFuentes ok?
@@MrSalvadorFuentes shut up
@@MrSalvadorFuentes he got out of that in his older age, though. Tell the rest of the story, please. Ronnie Drew and Ciaran Bourke both actually used to playfully chide him for it; you can hear some of this on their 1964 live performance at the Cecil Sharpe House in London.
Also, Luke went back to his Catholic faith right before he reposed. I pray that he is in Heaven with the Lord. He brought so many people joy, not just in Ireland, but all around the world.
@@charlesmaximus9161 i've no doubt he's with god now :) great man. great soul
Hidden gem
Wow, first time I heard this, Luke had a fine Sean-Nos voice.
This song is legend and Luke himself is legend too.
What a great old song,and well sung by the late great Luke Kelly.
Kelly On Nell is awesome for posting all these. Luke fan forever.💓
One of my favourites.
Just gonna add another bump to this, since it’s been a couple years. I absolutely love this version of this song. I literally weep, knowing I missed out on ever hearing him in person. Even many of his happy songs bring tears of sadness to my eyes. What a beautiful voice and soul behind it. As others have said before, we shall never see (nor hear) his like again. At least he has inspired some to try.
Luke Kelly, the definition of a man
Watched a program about him on RTE the other night. Gave a real insight into his life. He wasn't republican or anything like that, he lent his voice to lots of causes of injustice. Wonderful program and really sad. It was great to watch, as until a few montsh ago I'd never heard him. Now I'm glad I've been able to get some of his songs and appreaciate the great sound of a true folk singer.
Today is the 26th anniversary of his death. A sad but as well appropriate reason to listen to this great song...
Passion, power and understanding! Greatest story teller in Irish history.
Ireland has far too many "greatest storytellers," its the nations national past time. 😂
Oh, the best of the best of troubadors. We Love and miss you. Luke is insuperable .👍😘😗😙💖🤗🇮🇪👍☘
Never heard this song before. Fantastic!
now this is unreal. thanks for uploading.
There is not autotune here, back when he was alive, if you didn't have the stuff to be a performer you didn't make it. Now, if you can half-way sing, they'll auto-tune you and you'll make millions, if Luke was to come back, he'd get on stage and bring these modern performers to tears in sheer awe of his greatness.
Luke can bring a song to life like nobody else, past or present, thanks for sharing this
his voice was the finest and has showed me what true irish music is and just how inspiring it can truely be. thank you luke
luke was and still is the greatest singer EVER, love and miss him. r.i.p. luke
Everynight like my own ritual I listen songs sung by Our lovely Luke, before my sleep. His haunted and magical voice give impression that's he continue alive. How I admire his charismatic person and his stunning voice!! It's totally impossible to stop listen him!!!
Luke unadorned. I wish there was more. There is in my memories
of a sadly missed old friend and much admired singer.
how could you not like this song
My squad in ROTC used to sing this whenever we were walking or waiting for muster. But we only knew a few verses, and Luke does it oh-so-much better.
It does, surely! I havent heard this track before, but the Gaelic feel is beautiful.
After almost two decades of listening and appreciating, this might be Lukey at his best
My thoughts exactly. Great singing is a big understatement.
Never heard this song from Luke before.I love it!
No-one will ever beat the legendary Luke Kelly when it comes tae singin'
This is the only song I ever heard about the Criemean War(1854-1856).Luke Kelly's version is wonderful but Barney Mc Kenna's version with music is also terrific.
R.i p luke kelly love u man❤❤❤💙
Once you here Luke once you'll never forget his voice so unique ,such quality.never too see the likes off again
His like will never be seen again. A heartbreaking thought.
Someone will hear him someday and take inspiration and raise his voice and with luck, we may see his like again.
Very mournful, and sad to think he isn't here any more, RIP Luke Kelly.Great artist !
R.I.P luke kelly 1940 - 1984
He was died so young. Forever the Greatest Master of singer. RIP LUKE KELLY SON OF IRELAND!!! 😘💖🇮🇪🇮🇪🇮🇪👍☘☘☘🎶🎼🎵☘☘☘
My childhood comes flooding back to me my loving mother had these tunes on 24,7I didn't like it at the time, but now, I can't get enough
First off kelly thank you for sharing a legend with all of us ,stuff here i have been looking for a long time once again thanks
The perfect voice
The High King of song.
He'd nearly restore your faith in Dublin, if you had any.
Every time I hear this song, I think it is awesome. Does anyone else have a version of this song?
Gods voice 👏👏👏
Brilliant,a true legend.GOD bless yer Luke.Sadly missed.
An honest vetern's war song for every war
That's a wonderful recording. Awesomely performed.
When he died, he took Ireland's soul with him.
True Music does not need any instruments :) thank you for uploading this !
I love Bobby's version of this song also God rest his soul.
RIP Luke Kelly :-(
Beautiful, so amazing thank you Luke.
only luke could sing this that way truely missed R.i.P
These songs really get me in a good mood before I go to work.
Kind of a suprise, seeing this song is about a wounded Crimea vet.
Not the happiest song, but it is a great one regardless.
Kelly, I've been listening to all of these songs you post and I really have to thank you for uploading them. Luke is by far my favorite musician and these rare songs you post of his are just beautiful and tear inducing...
aye
@kellyoneill Spine tingling stuff,what a song and singer. Thank you for putting this up.
I've definitely heard Ronnie Drew sing this tune too...
Was there ever a song that you couldn't blow out of the f**king water? It seems not. RIP Luke.
The difference is that this version is the original and the traditional version and traditions are dying so this would be great for anyone to learn to keep the tradition alive to quote Luke himself in a song he sang written by Ewan MacColl The Thirty Foot Trailer "The old way are changing you can not deny."
Luke Kelly always on the working man's side..
palmkelly yea he’s a communist
Great article on that: Google "Ireland's Red Troubadour".
Thanks kelly from a west cork women who luvs luke your a star :)xx
Today in the 21st Century we need a Next Generation of 'Dubliners' - it's up to us lads - The likes of these men are 'almost' consigned to history - we need to 'follow up' so to speak
Fada an ceol beo na héireann
true rare and suffering genius .. rest easy his soul.
RIP always . . .. Lukey
Kelly you are the very best, well beyond a hat tip ,now a taking a knee. What a find....many many thanks for this very special posting.
As much as I love the great Luke Kelly this isn't a patch on the Bobby Lynch version.
Kelly you have an amazing account iv been following you for a long time now from when CZcams was new... thanks for the lovely memories of luck
This is beautiful. Thank you for posting. I have listened 100s of times. Thanks Again
Amazing singing....better than anything on the radio in decades in america
THE MASTER
A legend in he's own wright
this is just amazing
now this is brilliant. fair play to you for uploading it
My dad brought me up with Luke Kelly inmy ears the best thing that he done as when I want to remember me da I play a Luke love you Dad and miss you
wow. this is probably the best I've ever heard him. Raw emotion.
Wonderful.
keeps it alive.....brilliant!
Any body here in November 2021 is a true legend love peace and unity people
amazin voice
Awesome. a true folk singer,
what alovely voice sadly missedxx
Love it!
Makes a new meaning to "need"
and surely the rosary call is in it!
saorse!
l don't want to pick a favorite song, but this one is fightin hard for the lead
Amazing voice
Lynchs version is more catchy but I think this has more emotion. Just me.
not just you ;)
love it what a great song
Magnificent !!
Thanks kellyoneill for the posting,and my coninuing education.
luky could sing anything. god give you peace luky r i p
This is the only song that Luke sang that I prefer another version of. Bob Lynch’s is the definitive version, although this has Kelly’s own stamp and still a great version.
ive been footin turf in Tralee my whole life !
this is off an album called "thank you for days" it has lots of rare recordings. the only one I can find online is 80euro. if you have one hang onto it its a beauty
my family is from kerry., what this song says to me is, i may be at the bottom of the ces swpool but, i will never give up, i am a human, child of god, never ever wil I give up. never ever.
Hi Kellyoneill
any chance of a copy of this, I think he was the best artist Ireland ever had and he is still sadly missed
Rare - thanks for the upload
'Canons honour men killed in Crimean war' unknown press article from a few years ago.
March 17 2014 04:58 PM
THE people of Tralee walk past them on a daily basis but, as is often the case with such familiar landmarks, many may not be aware of the true significance the iconic twin cannons that stand on either side of the Tralee's Courthouse steps.
Given the current crisis that is unfolding in Crimea it's perhaps timely to note that one of the cannons was erected in memory of the 55 Kerrymen who died while serving in the British armed forces during the Crimean War of 1854 to 1856.
The dead included soldiers ranking from privates to officers and one can see many familiar local family names emblazed on the side of the ornate stone plinth that supports the cannon.
The two cannons, which were used by the British in various Asian campaigns, were erected outside the courthouse in the late 1800s to honour the Kerrymen who fell in Crimea and also during the Indian Mutiny campaign of 1857 and the Chinese War of 1858 to 1860.
All told about 1,000 men from Kerry fought with the British Imperial forces in those three campaigns.
It's also worth noting that the decommissioned cannon were still explosive until just a few years ago. In late 2012 five sticks of gelignite, detonators and a fuse were found stuffed into one of the them. The explosives, which were viable, had lain undiscovered in the cannon for over 20 years following a failed attempt by republicans to destroy the memorial.
R.I.P. Luke Kelly
I have it up on here its fantasic.
I love this picture of Luke 💚💚☘️☘️🥰🥰
heartbreaking
Its a great auld sang
I've been llearning these songs for years and never done a good job of matching or keeping up with Luke.
recently some people asked me to sing "modern" songs and I was amazed how easy it was, like it took no effort at all.
afterwards people were amazed at my singing for the first time but after I was done, I felt like the songs had no soul and I felt like a hollow instrument.