ROLL BACK

An interesting reworking of a host of Horslips classics (although not, notably the 'greatest hit' of all, 'An Dearg Doom'). More bluesy than celtic, and resolutely slow-to-mid-paced rather than full on, it's perhaps an acquired taste for those of us brought up on the original versions (NB there is NO flute from Jim Lockhart anywhere on the album! A real disappointment!), but it is a grower, a demonstration of classic musicianship, real dedication, and a lot of reined-in passion. It''s great to hear the boys playing together again, and producing original, powerful versions of some great songs. A must for Horslips fans, but perhaps not the first port of call for new listeners. Try 'The Tain', or 'Aliens', or the double Live set for an underated set of great guitar workouts.