The new album Voice of Ages dropped throught the letterbox this morning. Much anticipation followed by disappointment. I'll forgive The Chieftains almost anything but the cheesy tracklist is a severe test of loyalty. I hope the line-up of media-friendly guests results in healthy sales because if any band deserves a decent payday it's this one - but most of the whiny nu-folk and country performers on this album don't deserve to be in such exalted company - The Carolina Chocolate Drops excepted.