The Book of Invasions (album)
1976 studio album by Horslips / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The Book of Invasions: A Celtic Symphony is the sixth album by the Irish Celtic rock band Horslips. It was a concept album based on an adaptation of Irish legends built into a complex story. It is named for the Lebor Gabála Érenn, a book of Irish mythology known as The Book of Invasions in English. Released in 1976, it is usually considered their best work.[citation needed] It was their only UK top-40 album, peaking at #39. "Trouble (With a Capital T)", "Warm Sweet Breath of Love" and "The Power and the Glory" were released as singles.
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Released | 1976 | |||
Genre | Celtic rock, Progressive rock | |||
Length | 41:55 (LP) 1:06:32 (Expanded CD) | |||
Label | Horslips Records (Ireland), DJM Records (all other countries) | |||
Producer | Alan O'Duffy/Horslips | |||
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The 30th anniversary of this album was celebrated at a small gathering in Dublin organised by Horslips fans and was attended by some band members.[citation needed]