Name: The Iron Vest Behind the Velvet
Brand: Christy Moore

Bonus disc

Bonus disc: No

Catalogue number

725993

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Colour

Black

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Download code

Download code: No

Rough Trade Exclusive

Rough Trade Exclusive: No

Extended format

Extended format: No

Format detail

Format Music GB

Limited edition

Release date

2020-08-14

Signed copies

Signed copies: No

Supplier GB

Universal

Tax rate GB

Standard:20

UPC / Barcode

0602507259938

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Total Cap

1 / Extended format: No / LP / Rough Trade Exclusive: No / Signed copies: No / black

Artist

Christy Moore

Genre GB

Folk

Label GB

Tara Music

Christy Moore is an Irish folk singer, songwriter, and guitarist. Born on May 7, 1945 in Newbridge, County Kildare, Ireland, he has become a prominent figure in the music industry. With his soulful voice and heartfelt lyrics, Christy has captivated audiences around the world.
As the brother of Luka Bloom (aka Barry Moore), another talented musician in his own right, Christy's musical influence runs deep within his family. His passion for traditional Irish folk music shines through in every performance.
Inspired by artists such as The Saw Doctors, Paddy Reilly, Paul Brady, and The Dubliners among others, Christy's unique style blends elements of traditional Irish music with contemporary themes. His songs resonate with listeners of all ages and backgrounds.

Irish folk label founded by Jack Fitzgerald and [a7351702] in 1972. 

The original parent company [l=Tara Records (6)] re-organized as [l=Tara Music Company Ltd.] in the mid-1990s, keeping the "Tara" label name. Other corporate entities are/were [l=Tara Record Co.],  [l=Tara Records Ltd.], and [l=Tara Enterprises Ltd.]

The Iron Behind the Velvet is an album recorded by Christy Moore in 1978, after the first breakup of Planxty. It was produced jointly by Brian Masterson and Moore, and recorded and mixed at Lombard and Keystone Studios, Dublin. It features his brother Barry Moore (Luka Bloom) on guitar and vocals, as well as Planxty's Andy Irvine on mandolin, bouzouki, vocals and more. Also appearing are Noel Hill on concertinas, Tony Linnane on fiddle, Gabriel McKeon on Uilleann pipes, Jimmy Faulkner on guitars and Rosemary Flanagan on cello.

The Iron Vest Behind the Velvet

Music GB