Watson,

Hamish may reply with a different answer, but mine would be "yes". How many people were turned on to folk music by Lonnie Donnegan, The Kingston Trio, or other "commercial" artists.

Folk music is a living tradition. Sinead's settings may not be "music to our ears", but as an artist I respect AND applaud her effort. If even a handful of her fans decide to learn more about some of the songs she sings on this new CD, Sinead will have made a significant contribution to perpetuating the arts.

Plus the opportunity to hear Sinead and Christy Moore sing Lord Baker is worth the price!

Ron