Older We Get: The London Years (CD)

Definitive 8CD box set celebrating the rich legacy of Hothouse Flowers, one of Ireland’s most beloved bands. Spanning their prolific years with London Records (1987-1999), this collection brings together all the music that cemented their reputation for soulful, heartfelt rock infused with Celtic influences. Housed in a robust clamshell box with CDs in printed card wallets featuring the original album sleeves, plus a 28-page booklet that features sleeve notes written by founding member Fiachna Ó Braonáin, offering personal insights and reflections on the band’s journey. All the tracks have been sourced from the tape archives of London Records. Once named by Rolling Stone as “”the best unsigned band in the World”” they went on to record four studio albums, ‘People’ (1988), ‘Home’ (1990), ‘Songs From The Rain’ (1993) and ‘Born’ (1998) with London Records which are all featured here along with many single versions, rare B-sides, and live versions, plus an entire disc of previously unreleased demo versions sourced from the London Records tape archives all offering fans a deep dive into the band’s creative journey from over the years. This Hothouse Flowers’ box set is a loving tribute to a band whose music transcends time and genres. Whether you are reliving cherished memories or discovering their magic for the first time, this collection is an essential addition to any music library.