Cara present a repertoire of their own original compositions and finely crafted arrangements of songs from the Irish and Scottish traditions.

Our Ship Is Ready is the ninth studio album from acclaimed Celtic folk ensemble Cara, bringing together original compositions with beautifully crafted arrangements drawn from the Irish and Scottish traditions. Rather than offering nostalgic escapism, the album confronts contemporary themes including emigration, love, loss, and climate change while celebrating resilience, hope, and the enduring strength of traditional music. Through this thoughtful balance of timeless melodies and modern perspectives, Cara demonstrates why folk music continues to resonate across generations.

Produced by Juergen Treyz at artes-Studio in Germany, the album features special guest appearances from renowned Irish percussionist Cormac Byrne and concertina player Susan Coleman, whose performances add vibrant rhythmic energy and authentic traditional color. Led by Gudrun Walther, Juergen Treyz, Simon Pfisterer, and Kim Edgar, the ensemble draws upon more than two decades of international touring and award-winning musicianship to create one of the strongest recordings of its career.

Presented on CD, Our Ship Is Ready reaffirms Cara's reputation as one of Europe's leading contemporary folk groups, offering a deeply human collection that honors tradition while speaking directly to the challenges and hopes of the modern world.

Track Listing

• Our Ship Is Ready
• Northbound
• Better Days
• The Sunny Hills
• Lord Bateman
• Celine's
• Where Sleepest Thou'
• Jimmy's
• The Sinking Ship
• Tucholsky Reels
• I Will Not Say Goodbye

Additional Details

Label: Artes-Records

Genre: Folk

Language: English

Run Time: 58:40 mins

Region: 0

Release Date: 09/04/26

UPC: 4250095889134