Horslips - Live at the O2 (2CD)

Facts UK two CD live set from the acclaimed Irish Folk/Prog Rock act, taped during special performances in December '09 at the 02 in Dublin. At one point in the mid-1970s, Horslips bidded to be Ireland's answer to Steeleye Span. They also had crossover fans with Jethro Tull, Genesis, and even Yes in their folkier moments. Horslips released many superb albums along the way, becoming Ireland's most acclaimed band. Horslips drew on their distinctly Irish roots, and were capable of playing straight Folk material when the moment called for it, but weren't afraid to turn up loud and hard, in the best art-rock style, on the right songs. Talking Elephant. 2011.