Atlantic Crossing – Wind Against the Tide (CD, Album, 1999, Self-Released)

Why This CD Matters
Wind Against the Tide captures the rich Celtic and maritime folk traditions deeply connected to Vermont’s acoustic music culture through reels, ballads, fiddle tunes, and traditional storytelling. The album blends Scottish, Irish, Québécois, and maritime influences with authentic instrumentation and ensemble musicianship rooted in regional folk performance traditions.

Collector Note
1999 Vermont self-released CD documented through the Big Heavy World archive. Independent Celtic folk recordings from New England regional scenes were often produced in small quantities and remain increasingly collectible among roots music enthusiasts.

Condition & Details
CD: NM sealed condition
Case: NM sealed with minimal shelf wear
Booklet: NM sealed and unopened

Technical Details
Format: CD, Album
Label: Self-released
Country: US (Vermont)
Released: 1999
Genre: Folk
Style: Celtic, Maritime, Traditional Folk

Matrix / Runout
Not specified

Tracklist
Laird O’ Drum – 4:26
Monymusk Medley – 5:09
Hieland Laddie – 2:58
Cape Breton Jigs – 3:39
John BarleyCorn – 4:29
First Light – 3:26
Only Way Home – 4:40
Slave’s Lament – 3:15
Mélange Québécois – 4:20
Far Away in Australia – 3:48
MacArthur Reel Set – 9:05
The Three Men Went A’ Hunting – 3:59
Rowing to Boyne – 6:08

Shipping & Handling
Cleaned with alcohol swabs.
Shipped in protective CD bags.
Cracked cases replaced before shipping.
Packed securely for safe delivery.

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