Celtic Folk Revival

Gillian Douple and Kelly Camp

We plan to analyze the revival of Celtic folk songs, particularly Irish drinking songs, that have been written prior to the 18th century. These songs have then been covered by bands such as the Chieftans, who adhered to traditional means and began the revival movement, and the Dropkick Murphys, who have changed the presentation by applying certain punk techniques. Other notable Irish bands such as Flogging Molly have certain songs that resemble folk drinking songs but are original and were created in the modern era.