Wow, thanks, everyone. This really is tremendously helpful - so many great responses. Thanks for bearing with my new-to-Mudcat behavior...

I don't mind people suggesting their own versions, really. As Maeve wisely said, I'm going to have to sift through it all anyway, and find what I personally like best - I've got plenty to choose from, so in the end it doesn't make much difference whether it's their version or someone else's.

Question: how can I find Mick's recording of "Follow Me Up to Carlow" and Kendall's of "The Band Played Waltzing Matilda"?

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@Chas: I'm based in Tennessee, heh heh. I do like English folk, as well, but tend to prefer Scottish and Irish (possibly just because I'm more familiar with it).

I've nothing against England... except when the Scots are on the other side. (Sorry, it's the 265th anniversary of Falkirk. I couldn't resist.)