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Patricks: new album "Irish Blend" out on February 28, 2025
After Tales From Irish Waves and Rocky Road to Ireland, Patricks announce the release of their third album, Irish Blend, available from February 28, 2025, on all digital platforms and in CD format. This work goes beyond simply paying tribute to Irish folk music: it enhances its narrative strength, intertwining Celtic culture with the simplicity and energy of everyday life. A musical journey perfect for getting into the spirit of St. Patrick's Day celebrations.
Produced and recorded by the label Maxy Sound, under the direction of Massimiliano Titi, a key figure in the folk scene, Irish Blend offers contemporary renditions of traditional songs, enriched with bass, drums, and modern instruments—a signature element of the band's style. The album title refers not only to the fusion of traditional and modern sounds but also to the world of spirits & beverages, a symbol of Irish hospitality and conviviality.
The album takes listeners on a journey through the lives and experiences of characters typical of Irish culture, told with intensity and energy through engaging lyrics and dynamic arrangements. A standout track is Irish Sun, the first original composition in the Patricks' history—an evocative instrumental piece that captures the magic of the sun breaking through the Irish clouds, revealing breathtaking landscapes and an infectious energy.
Leading up to the album’s release, the single The Drunk Scotsman premiered on February 14, 2025. Created in collaboration with Jimmy & Scots Folk Band—one of the most exciting new names in the Italian folk scene. The arrangement was developed together, highlighting the friendship between the two bands and their shared passion for fresh and engaging folk sounds.
The album cover art perfectly encapsulates the essence of Irish Blend: a warm Irish pub scene where a traditionally Irish-looking woman serves an Irish blended whiskey. A striking tattoo combines the album title with the band's logo, symbolizing the fusion of tradition and modernity that defines the Patricks' sound.
A musical journey that smells of Ireland, a toast in music that unites past and present. Irish Blend is more than just an album—it’s an invitation to lose yourself in melodies and stories, to share a pint with friends, and to be carried away by the Irish spirit.
Irish Blend will be available on Spotify, Apple Music, and all major digital platforms available at this link.
The CD version will include an exclusive bonus track: The Drunk Scotsman.
Official tracklist of “Irish Blend”
1. Raggle Taggle Gypsy
2. Step It Out Mary
3. The Spanish Lady
4. Some Say The Devil Is Dead
5. Irish Sun
6. The Ferryman
7. I’ll Tell Me Ma
8. The Wellerman
9. Follow Me Up To Carlow / The Old Dudeen
10. This Wandering Day
Bonus track (CD version only):
11. The Drunk Scotsman