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Track Listings
| 1. Train Journey North |
| 2. The Wildcat |
| 3. Leaving Uist |
| 4. Seonaidh's Tune |
| 5. Nameless |
| 6. Outland |
| 7. Downtown |
| 8. Kansas City Hornpipe |
| 9. Drumcross |
| 10. The Hard Drive |
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An incredible album that really stirs the blood. --Daily Record
This album exudes sheer exhilaration. --Rock n Reel
This album exudes sheer exhilaration. --Rock n Reel
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10 of 10 people found the following review helpful
As a piper I waited for the latest Fred Morrison CD with some anticipation and Outlands has exceeded my expectations. It is a celebration of the versatility of the pipes when played by musical master who is a genuine tradition bearer. He is also able to produce a wide selection of quite excellent compositions on this album. It is difficult to select highlights but I was particularly struck by his interpretation of the old Gaelic air" Nameless" and the verve of "Steve Byrne's Jig". I am also fascinated by the technical ability so ably demonstrated on the bluegrass tracks and will certainly want to share this great album with friends and family over the weeks ahead in the sure knowledge that this is a work of lasting quality.
6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
This is just spellbinding playing - and really good fun as well. I can't get enough of 'The Hard Drive' in particular, the playing is full of humour and verve and is just so technically amazing that it actually takes your breath away. Fred's improvisations are based on his comprehensive mastery of piping techniques - its fascinating to hear how he develops patterns in his improvisations, almost like the variations in a piobaireachd. Fred Morrison is one of Scotland's national treasures, one of our most incredible musicians. He does his own thing and has his own sound. In Outlands, Fred finds a new groove - connecting with bluegrass. The combination of the energy of his piping alongside the skill and speed of bluegrass banjo/fiddle is brilliant. Its interesting how he makes the connection between the piping of Uist and bluegrass - there are deep roots there and it takes someone like Fred along with his world class bluegrass band to make it work as well as this. The musicality is what makes it work - nothing is forced. There are some beautiful airs as well, in particular the very poignant Leaving Uist which makes you think about that combination of missing a beautiful place and community with the excitement of making a new start. This album is bursting with music and will bring a big smile to your face.
6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
This is the best traditional music/folk album I have heard in years. Varied, very well balanced and a joy to listen to as a result and not many instrumental albums in my experience achieve such overall consistency. Fred`Morrison is totally at ease with these bluegrass giants with pipes complemented seamlessly in such star collaborative tracks as "The Kansas City Hornpipe" and the " Outlands" title track - it seems as if they have always played together. The traditional Scottish compositions on the album are great on pipes and whistles with excellent guitar and bodhran accompaniment - this is a cracker of an album - have had it on repeat since I bought it!
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disappointed
I enjoyed listening to this on TV but playing it at home was a different kettle of fish.
Wish I had not bought it
Wish I had not bought it
Published 2 months ago by Margaret Craig
A cracker!
A really enjoyable CD, the unusual combination of musicians works very well. Unlike other reviewers I cannot comment on the technical quality of playing but I defy anyone not to... Read more
Published 6 months ago by Fifer
Gaelic music in the Modern style
i have heard Fred many times on T.V. and this collection is very good, but i would have liked to have heard more traditional music done his way.His talent is exceptional.
Published 8 months ago by Fly Fisher
FRED FLIES HIGH IN GOOD COMPANY
I have grown to enjoy the variety of slow and vigorous sets which Fred plays, and having had his 'Celtic Connections' gig as one of my highights this year, was only too happy to... Read more
Published on 19 April 2010 by Robert Watt
More reasons to shop for Morrison
Well, I'm not entirely satisfied.
Celtic fiddlers have at times dabbled in the Appalachian sound, and vice versa, but I think this is the first time a piper has done so. Read more
Celtic fiddlers have at times dabbled in the Appalachian sound, and vice versa, but I think this is the first time a piper has done so. Read more
Published on 12 Jan 2010 by gille liath
Outlands
More first rate piping from Fred Morrison - some unusual arrangements but a good, enjoyable Cd
Published on 9 Dec 2009 by W. Morrison
Very impressive.
Agree with the previous reviewer. The three tracks released so far are absolutely magic. I wondered where Fred Morrison would go after his last album, seemed to have 'cracked' the... Read more
Published on 28 Oct 2009 by JamesMather
Fred Morrison is the best piper in the world - and don't take my word...
I'm only judging by the three myspace tracks and the live performances of Fred's compositions on youtube. But there is absolutely no one like him. Read more
Published on 14 Oct 2009 by Berwell
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