Leahy's Luck - Tree Rings

All Music Guide

This is the third and most advanced effort by the Milwaukee-based family group Leahy's Luck. On this recording they tackle the popular songs "Irish Rover" and Tommy Sands' "There Were Roses" sung delicately by Sarah Leahy but also lesser-known traditional pieces like "Donald McGillavery" and "Johnny's Gone for a Soldier" delivered sweetly by Maura Leahy. "The Ferryman," "Whatever You Say," and "A Nation Once Again" are performed in rousing Wolfe Tones' vocal style. Instrumentally Leahy's Luck has evolved since their first two recordings as evidenced on selections like "Toss the Feathers" and "Tam Lin," which demonstrate the improved abilities of fiddler Michelle Leahy and accordion player Maura Leahy. In an unexpected but pleasant turn, Leahy's Luck offers a meticulous rendering of It's a Beautiful Day's "White Bird" recapturing David LaFlamme's violin and vocal part with incredible accuracy.

- Dave Sleger, All Music Guide