Fleadh Night at Mark McLaughlan Dundalk 1968 Irish Folk LP Signed by McLaughlan

Fleadh Night at Mark McLaughlan's – Dundalk (1968)Original Irish Traditional Folk LP – Outlet Records TOL 104 – Signed and Personally Inscribed
A fascinating original 1968 Irish traditional folk LP, recorded live at the famous Mark's Bar, Crowe Street, Dundalk, on 8 November 1967.
This copy features a handwritten personal dedication on the rear sleeve, signed Mark McLaughlan.
A Little History – Mark McLaughlin and Mark's BarMark McLaughlin was a respected supporter and promoter of Irish traditional music.
His pub, Mark's Bar on Crowe Street in Dundalk, became an important meeting place for traditional musicians during the 1960s and 1970s.
The venue attracted musicians from across Ireland and beyond, including members of The Dubliners, Tommy Makem, the Fureys and Julie Felix.
Mark's Bar became particularly well known for its lively traditional music sessions, several of which were captured on vinyl recordings.
In 2010, Mark received the Ceol Chairlinn Award for Outstanding Contribution to Traditional Arts, recognising his longstanding contribution to Irish traditional music.
The personal inscription adds an interesting historical connection to this original recording.
Album DetailsTitle: Fleadh Night at Mark McLaughlan's – Dundalk

Label: Outlet Records

Catalogue Number: TOL 104

Year: 1968

Recorded: 8 November 1967, Mark's Bar, Dundalk

Format: 12-inch Vinyl LP, 33⅓ RPM

Producer: Bill McBurney

Recording: Lloyd International Outside Recording Unit

Featured PerformersIncludes Peter McArdle, Joe McKevitt, Liam Clarke, Ronnie Roslyn, Anne Carroll, Barry Ward, Patricia Goulding, Charlie McGeown, Pat Lawless, Mick Bree and the Fianna Folk Group.
The album features traditional Irish music and songs including Paddy on the Railroad, Roisin Dubh, Mason's Apron, Whiskey in the Jar, Castle of Dromore and An Poc ar Buile.
ConditionVinyl: Play tested and plays very well. A very enjoyable listen throughout. The record presents well visually, with clean and attractive original Outlet Records labels.
Sleeve: Original sleeve showing age-related wear, handling marks and some spotting/foxing, particularly on the rear. Overall a presentable example for its age.
Signature: Handwritten personal dedication on the rear sleeve, signed Mark McLaughlan. Please see the close-up photographs.
Please examine all photographs carefully as they form part of the condition description.
Collector InterestA distinctive vintage Irish folk LP with appeal to collectors of Irish traditional music, signed vinyl records, Dundalk memorabilia and County Louth history.