MUSIC | BETWEEN THE NOTES Keith Roberts of The Young Dubliners: Why the Road Is Still Home Dr. Barton Goldsmith Between the Notes Jul 23, 2026 Jul 23, 2026 Updated 7 hrs ago 0 Irish-American rock band the Young Dubliners is fronted by Keith Roberts, center. The Young Dubliners Prefer us on Google Learn More Facebook Twitter Bluesky WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save Dr. Barton Goldsmith Between the Notes There comes a point in every successful band's career when the question isn't whether they can keep touring — it's whether they should. 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