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37 of 37 people found the following review helpful
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I have read with dismay Roger Tyler's review below and was compelled to compose my own just in case anyone is swayed by his bizarre analysis of a wonderful record.
For the record, I am a bit of a fan of our Cerys, but not the sort of fan who will lavish praise blindly on an artist, even when it is undeserved. Here, though, the praise is warranted. Cerys takes 16 traditional Welsh folk songs, some more well-known to "the masses" than others, and decorates them with her sweet voice and simple arrangements.
What is most striking about this album is the genuine warmth and love Cerys gives each track. They are clearly very close to her heart and she treats each one with the respect she feels they deserve. It's hard to pick highlights, but 'Sosban Fach' got my 13-year-old singing along, while 'Bread of Heaven' and 'Land of My Fathers' produced rousing renditions from the four of us.
Elsewhere, 'Myfanwy' and 'Llwyn Onn' are sung with such tenderness (the latter a capella), they bring a tear to the eyes, while in 'Cān Merthyr' and 'Yr Insiwrans Agent' Cerys sounds like she was having a ball.
Without a doubt, the most gorgeous album of 2010 so far, a year blossoming with great albums by female singer-songwriters (Laura Marling, Gemma Ray, Lissie, Kristin Hersh). And not a single out-of-tune guitar to be heard (Mr Tyler - what WERE you listening to?).
For the record, I am a bit of a fan of our Cerys, but not the sort of fan who will lavish praise blindly on an artist, even when it is undeserved. Here, though, the praise is warranted. Cerys takes 16 traditional Welsh folk songs, some more well-known to "the masses" than others, and decorates them with her sweet voice and simple arrangements.
What is most striking about this album is the genuine warmth and love Cerys gives each track. They are clearly very close to her heart and she treats each one with the respect she feels they deserve. It's hard to pick highlights, but 'Sosban Fach' got my 13-year-old singing along, while 'Bread of Heaven' and 'Land of My Fathers' produced rousing renditions from the four of us.
Elsewhere, 'Myfanwy' and 'Llwyn Onn' are sung with such tenderness (the latter a capella), they bring a tear to the eyes, while in 'Cān Merthyr' and 'Yr Insiwrans Agent' Cerys sounds like she was having a ball.
Without a doubt, the most gorgeous album of 2010 so far, a year blossoming with great albums by female singer-songwriters (Laura Marling, Gemma Ray, Lissie, Kristin Hersh). And not a single out-of-tune guitar to be heard (Mr Tyler - what WERE you listening to?).
14 of 14 people found the following review helpful
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TIR is beautifully done. Simplicity is key, cerys' voice and an acoustic guitar. TIR for me contains old welsh songs that I remember listening to when I was a child. The hardback book-like case contains beautiful sepia pictures, lyrics and small snippets of information that are interesting to read through.
Understandably everyone has their own opinion, but in this case I believe Roger Tyler to be wrong. The simplicity of the CD needs to be aknowledged, appreciated... and in my opinion not described as unadventurous.
Overall, a great buy!
Understandably everyone has their own opinion, but in this case I believe Roger Tyler to be wrong. The simplicity of the CD needs to be aknowledged, appreciated... and in my opinion not described as unadventurous.
Overall, a great buy!
10 of 10 people found the following review helpful
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I had heard a couple of tracks from this CD in an interview with Cerys on Frank Hennessy's BBC Radio Wales "Celtic Heartbeat" programme. I really loved what she had done with these traditional Welsh language songs. Her voice just gets better and better. An added bonus is that she sings with such clear diction that Welsh learners such as myself can benefit from being able to hear and therefore understand what is being sung. The CD is packaged in a hard backed booklet showing historical and family photo's with words, translations and origins for all the songs. An absolute delight.
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gwych!!!
I am a Welsh learner and wanted some traditional songs in welsh to listen to and learn. The albumn has surpassed all expectations.Cerys Matthews has the voice of an angel. Read more
Published 3 months ago by G. A. Smith
An English view
I think at least one earlier review is a bit tongue in cheek!
I'm not Welsh and so don't need to make excuses for not understanding much of the language. Read more
I'm not Welsh and so don't need to make excuses for not understanding much of the language. Read more
Published 9 months ago by Mr. J. Creevey
Fantastic
What a great CD. All in welsh too, my husband's Welsh so he loves it, what a wonderful singer. Highly recommended.
Published 10 months ago by Orchard Kitty
Unique vocals
Great sounds - well known songs given the matthews treatment in her own inimitable style. Makes you proud to be Welsh!
Published 14 months ago by KEITH
tir
Voice as clear and beautiful as an angel. I've been learning welsh for five years and I love welsh songs. Read more
Published 15 months ago by Leighton
Fab CD!!
Bought as a gift, couldn't get hold of it in Swansea. Packaging is amazing, cd is held within a little book.
Published 17 months ago by Angharad26
Bendigedig - just brilliant
Cyn pryny y crino ddisc yma, yr oeddem erioed wedi gwrando ar miwsic Cerys, ond y mae yn rhaid dweud fod y gwaith hwn yn bendigedig! Read more
Published 18 months ago by Robert Terry James
Vocals at their best
Don't speak a word of Welsh, but this CD is music at it's best. You're transported to another world. Read more
Published 19 months ago by Mrs. N. Loosemore
Landed
This Album is brilliant. I bought two after listening to her interview on Radio 4. My son in law is a fan ever since "Road Rage" when he made the whole family aware of... Read more
Published 20 months ago by D. McIntosh
TIR: MAGIC CERYS
Cerys at her best, back to her roots music,everyone, not only Welsh speaking, should listen to this CD,many songs people will instantly recognise, and will no doubt sign along... Read more
Published 20 months ago by DALTON
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