Irish stalwarts begin -- their third record for -- with a rousing version of the Scottish battlefield classic It's a fitting opening to a record that essentially rounded out their recording heyday as the members splintered off to form equally influential acts like , , and . Co-founder , despite contributing instrumentally to a few tracks and taking a seat in the production chair, left the group, allowing newest member to take over bouzouki and -- along with and -- vocal duties. The title track is one of the finest of their career, utilizing 's expert uillean pipes and the band's peerless harmonizing to a tee. 's gorgeous 's moving closer, showcase the group's timeless mastery of balladry, a style that would greatly inform their later solo works. , along with , and their legendary debut, are essential listening for those in love with, or merely intrigued with, the genre. ~ James Christopher Monger