The Blue Men of the Minch

"The Blue Men of the Minch, Meantime's long awaited second CD has, as did it's predecessor The Natives are Friendly, invigorated and refreshed the Gaelic music canon. The most engaging aspect of this CD and dare I say most important, is that it features six brand new songs in Gaelic composed by various members of the band. From the atmospheric 'Latha as Teotha as t-Samhradh (Hottest Day of Summer) the award winning Griomsay Boat Day to the intimate Chunna mi Bhuam thu (I saw you from afar) the band wears its heart on its sleeve, both lyrically and musically. The Back Gaelic Choir add their inspiring sound to an anthemic Le Cheile (Together) while a stirring Thugainn Dhachaigh (Come away home) with its sing along chorus inspires us to head west. Laimisiader praises the beauty of the area of the same name in Carloway, Lewis, while reflecting on a lost community and way of life."

"A very rewarding and enjoyable CD, with several aces up its sleeve: the wonderful new Gaelic songs, and the superb range of original instrumentals."

"If it's authentic Gaelic music you're looking for, look no further! This is splendid stuff -- natural, relaxed and untrammelled by the contemporary yearning for 'blistering' dance music (the kind you can't dance to). There is talent here in depth, not only in the skilful handling of a variety of instruments, but in the ability of all band members to sing. In the scheme of things, there are few CDs which don't contain a track or two which disappoint. I have played this recording over and over and have never felt the need to skip a track. There is dance music to lift you off the floor; there are songs to squeeze the heart."