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Riof
Dougie MacLean
Celtic Corner
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Stepping Stones- Stolen
- Scythe Song
- Feel So Near
- Gneiss Wind
- 'Sfhada Leam An Oidche Ghemhraidh
- She Will Find Me
- Big River
- Fragments From A Mugs Game
- Distant Son
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Beautiful Music
I ran into Dougie MacLean when Folk Alley played "Scythe Song" and I knew I had to have it. When the CD arrived I realized that I'd gotten much more than I expected. This is a gem! I recommend it to anyone who is a "folkie" or even close.
A World Treasure!
This is my fav Dougie LP...Absolutely brilliant folk music, that happens to come from a Scots man...gorgeous melodies, wonderful lyrics and a great voice to bring it all home!!!
What is with the comparisons to James (Coo-Coo) Taylor???- the only similarity perhaps, is they both play accoustic guitars...Dougie is far superior in all aspects of songwriting (and live performances) and one listen to this record will hook you to this guy's music!!...
Dougie Needs a Drum...
Dougie has a wonderful voice; his music is sweet, his lyrics poignant. And, based on a recent NPR interview, I'm sure he's a nice enough guy. But if this CD (my first exposure to him) is indicative of his entire body of work, then Dougie needs to switch FROM decaf. I don't mind getting cerebral and spiritual once in a while, but my bloodpressure dropped so precipitously while listening to this CD that I could feel myself beginning to flatline. Something approaching a tempo would be a welcome addition to at least couple of these songs. Dougie: a little energy, if you please.
Outstanding
I happened upon Dougie Maclean's music quite by accident when I spotted him on a tv show about Celtic music. I ordered my first cd and have been collecting them since. Just when I think I've gotten the best cd ever, I order another one and it becomes my new favorite. Such is "Riof". What sets this cd apart is the sheer poetry of Dougie's always thoughtful lyrics. Each track gets better and better and as usual, he closes his album with probably the strongest song. I truly regret not being aware of Maclean's music on my trip to Scotland, it would have been a joy to stop by Dunkeld. But his songs bring back wonderful memories of that amazing land and it's people. I cannot recommend his music highly enough and "Riof" is a great way to start. If you enjoy beautiful music sung extraordinarily well you will not regret buying this cd.
Riof
Dougie MacLean's "Riof" is a wonderful collection of Scottish-themed singer/songwriter selections. It is wonderfully produced with gentle piano, acoustic and electric guitars, and numerous other instruments, many played by Dougie himself. His strong vocal interpretations joined with strong instrumentation make this an overall excellent piece of work. With his wife's paintings on the cover, his mother playing melodeon on one cut, and his son's percussion and technical assistance, this is truly a family enterprise. While it has some Scottish instruments and themes, this music will appeal to folk music enthusiasts everywhere. The heavily textured music and vocals are evocative of universal themes of love and longing. Dougie MacLean's expert wordsmithing have produced a fine collection of songs that won't stray far from the turntable.