The Priests (album)

The Priests is the self-titled debut album by the classical musical group The Priests, released on 17 November 2008 by Sony BMG. The album features a mix of classical, religious, and traditional songs performed by the Northern Irish Roman Catholic priests, Fathers David Delargy, Eugene O'Hagan, and Martin O'Hagan.

The album was recorded in Downpatrick and Belfast, with additional recording in Rome. The Priests achieved significant commercial success, reaching number one in the UK and Ireland, and achieving platinum certification in several countries. The album's success helped bring classical and religious music to a wider audience.

The tracklist includes well-known pieces such as "Ave Maria," "Panis Angelicus," "Pie Jesu," and "Amazing Grace," as well as traditional Irish songs. The album received generally positive reviews, with critics praising the vocal harmonies and the sincere emotional delivery of the priests. The album's success spawned several subsequent albums and international tours for the group.