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Orkney Anthem

by The Knowe O'Deil

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ramiewnibor
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ramiewnibor Visited Orkney in 1990 and bought this on cassette. It's been a favourite ever since, so I was so glad to get the digital version and CD. Favourite? The title track, of course!
Allan Raymond
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Allan Raymond I first heard this song being sung by The Knowe O'Deil live in the 1980's. I was immediately struck by its poiniency. many years later I understood the full
meaning behind the song. Poor communities had literally no resources to provide for an unsupported Mother and child Favorite track: Betty Corrigall.
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This is the 1986 Recording by the Knowe O'Deil included as a PDF is the original detail from the 1986 cassette Insert.

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released September 2, 2013

Ivan Drever: Cittern, Guitar, Whistle, Shuttle Pipes, Mandolin, Vocals
Ian Cooper: Guitar, Bass, Keyboard, Percussion
Sound Engineer: Owen Tierney

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The Knowe O'Deil Kirkwall, UK

The Knowe O'Deil Band hail from Orkney. As well as Ivan Drever its members had been playing for many years in pub sessions in and around Orkney before forming the group. The band has seen many talented Orcadian members come and go. It has been said that the band was responsible for a revival of the tradition in Orkney. ... more

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