Explore the modern masters of Irish songcraft with The Great Irish Songbook Vol 2: Poets & Storytellers from DOWN THE ROAD. This audio CD features the celebrated Irish traditional folk band Dervish, known for their dynamic live performances and deep connection to the musical heritage of northwest Ireland.

Dervish, formed in County Sligo in 1989 and fronted by Cathy Jordan, shifts focus on this volume to the works of contemporary Irish songwriters. The album showcases interpretations of songs by modern masters including Sinead O'Connor, Shane MacGowan, Van Morrison, Glen Hansard, and Moya Brennan.

For this collection, Dervish enlisted a stellar lineup of guest artists to join their ensemble of flute, fiddle, guitar, accordion, and mandola players. Guests featured on the album include Indigo Girls, Aoife O'Donovan, Iron & Wine, Sarah Jarosz, Sister Sadie, Madeleine Peyroux, the Del McCoury Band, Eddi Reader, alongside Glen Hansard and Moya Brennan.

• Features interpretations of songs by iconic contemporary Irish songwriters.
• Includes performances by Dervish, a respected band with over three decades of experience.
• Guest appearances from acclaimed artists such as Indigo Girls, Iron & Wine, and Van Morrison's material.
• The ensemble draws deeply from the rich musical heritage of northwest Ireland.

This single-disc audio CD offers fans of Folk music a curated journey through the modern canon of Irish songwriting, performed by one of the genre's most respected ensembles.