"Okemah Rising" leans into the folk-punk side of Dropkick Murphys, with a more stripped-down, acoustic feel than many of their previous efforts. The album features guest appearances from Woody Guthrie's son Arlo Guthrie and Springsteen guitarist Nils Lofgren.
- The album was recorded in a number of locations, including the band's own Boston recording studio. It was produced by Ted Hutt and Dropkick Murphys.
- "Okemah Rising" reached number 9 on the UK Albums Chart and number 1 on the US Folk Albums Chart.
- The album is notable for its focus on Woody Guthrie's lyrics and legacy, with the band setting previously unpublished words by the folk legend to music.
Dropkick Murphys are a Boston band known for their brand of Celtic-infused punk rock. "Okemah Rising" arrived as their tenth studio album, following 2022's "This Machine Still Kills Fascists."
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