Irish singer Paul Brady helped revive the song Arthur McBride in the 1970s.
Arthur McBride
Paul Brady ‘definitive’ version
Lyrics and chords
His version is still the one against which every other version is measured – his singing is subtle and sensitive, and his guitar playing is just brilliant. Here’s Paul performing the song live in 1977.
Planxty recorded the song on their album called simply, Planxty.
This video has Andy Irvine singing Arthur McBride at a solo concert, accompanying himself on guitar.
For an English take on the song, take a look at this live version by the brilliant Martin Carthy and Dave Swarbrick.
Paul Brady peforming Arthur McBride in 1974.
Paul Brady performing Arthur McBride in 2010.
Arthur McBride
Paul Brady ‘definitive’ version
Videos
Lyrics and chords
