Sweeney’s Men
Time Was Never Here 1968–69
Track Listing
1. Rattlin’ Roarin’ Willie 2:26 2. Sullivan’s John 3:13 3. Tom Dooley 2:30 4. The Handsome Cabin Boy 4:42 5. Willy O’Winsbury 4:54 6. Dreams for Me 4:30 7. The Pipe on the Hob 2:14 8. Brain Jam 2:17 9. Hall of Mirrors 3:03 10. Standing on the Shore 3:50 11. Go by Brooks 2:04 12. When You Don’t Care for Me 2:41 13. Afterthoughts 2:47 14. Hiram Hubbard 3:11 15. My Dearest Dear 3:52 16. The House Carpenter 3:54 17. Johnstone 3:39 18. Reynard the Fox 3:24 19. A Mistake No Doubt 2:31 20. Dance to Your Daddy 2:06 21. Pretty Polly 4:41 22. Sally Brown 2:19Historical Archive
Time Was Never Here 1968–69 is a compilation album by the Irish folk group Sweeney’s Men, showcasing their unique blend of traditional Irish music with contemporary influences. The album features haunting melodies, intricate guitar work, and rich vocal harmonies, encapsulating the spirit of the late 1960s folk revival. The tracks reflect themes of nostalgia and the passage of time, cementing the band's legacy in the folk genre.