Category Archives: CD Reviews

Review: “Drunken Piper” by First Highland Watch

First Highland Watch has put together a great collection of songs here with a backbone of bagpipes that will please any Celtic music lover. The album runs from Celtic rock to Celtic punk, with songs like “Godzilla” (but with the bagpipes!) and Johnny B. Goode (and, yes–with bagpipes!). The gem of the bunch has to be the title track though. “Drunken Piper” is a great play on the song “Drunken Sailor” – and it’s done extremely well. Originally a bagpipe … Continue reading →

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Review: “Mythcreants” by Tricky Pixie

Well. I wasn’t quite sure what to make of this album–but I mean that in the best possible way. The first track, “Chickies in the House” is a lovely little Celtic tune–with intermittent chicken clucks here and there throughout. This is not something you hear every day. Naturally this made me curious as to what the second track, “Alligator in the House” would be like…but to my surprise, a lovely woman’s voice appears and spins the tale with accompaniment that … Continue reading →

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Review: “Irish Music For Singin’, Dancin’, Drinkin’, & Clappin’” by Dublin Public

I’m always happy to listen to a well-rounded collection of Irish drinking songs, and this album did not disappoint! Twelve great songs to tip your glass to, including favorites such as “Beer, Beer, Beer” and “Finnegan’s Wake”. This five-person band comes from an eclectic background and together they make this group shine. Don’t miss “Mari Mac” – which even though not played at a blistering pace can serve as a test for the tongue if you deign to sing along. … Continue reading →

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Review: “Off The Vine” by Keltic Kudzu

“Off the Vine” is Keltic Kudzu’s second CD (the first was “In Our Own Country”). It has been five years since their first effort, and after you listen to this album, you get the feeling that they’ve been planning this compilation of tunes for that entire time. The band describes themselves as “Celtic music with a southern accent”, which should give you some idea of what this album is all about. From the Atlanta area, the musicians embrace their southern … Continue reading →

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Review: “Fortified” by Dun Aengus

If you’re looking for a good traditional music CD to add to your collection–there’s no doubt that you’ve found it here. Listening to the duo of Peter Andersson and Martin Rahmberg is a heartwarming experience that will make you smile from ear to ear. In other words, “it’s a keeper”. The best part is that there are plenty of good tracks to enjoy on the CD–to be specific–19 in all. From “Ballydesmond Polkas” to “Siege of Ennis” to the familiar … Continue reading →

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Review: “Bofiguifluki” by Poitin

Celtic Radio named this CD as “Album of the Year” in 2010 and it’s easy to see why once you give it a listen. The album stomps right out of the gate with the first track, Emily, and the ride from there includes many great tracks such as “Four Drunken Maidens”, “Blue Chinese Lantern” and “Next Market Day”. With 15 songs in all, this traditional Celtic music collection is a pleasure to listen to. I was curious about the name … Continue reading →

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Review: “Tennadeg” by An Erminig

“All that emotion alone can do in music the Celt has done”…( Arnold ). Brittany, is much like Ireland & Scotland in nature and attitude and most definitively the music. An Erminig have passionately made it the love of their life to bring the Celtic music of Brittany to the remembrance of the modern age.  An Erminig are in constant vigil to look for ancient songs and format them as only they can, remaining true to the Celtic roots.  This  CD  … Continue reading →

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Review: “Gourlen” by An-Erminig

An Erminig - Gourlen

“All that emotion alone can do in music the Celt has done”… (Arnold). Brittany, is much like Ireland & Scotland in nature and attitude and most definitively the music. An Erminig have passionately made it the love of their life to bring the Celtic music of Brittany to the remembrance of the modern age. An Erminig are in constant vigil to look for ancient songs and format them as only they can, remaining true to the Celtic roots.  This CD is one of four and is focused on … Continue reading →

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Review: “Everything is Alright” (2008) by Burning Bridget Cleary

When the opportunity came up for me to review “Everything is Alright” by Burning Bridget Cleary, I jumped right on it. This Philadelphia based act has been performing in and around the Lehigh Valley for quite some time, but I had only watched them perform a few times up until the time of this review. I figured it was time that I gave these “local” musicians an honest listen. After receiving the album, I gave it a number of listens. … Continue reading →

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Review: “Walk On Up” by Callanach

I’m always a bit sceptic when bands claim they do something new with Celtic music. After all, how many innovations can still be made, and does it really make a tried-and-true concept better? Well, in this case, Callanach do bring something new to the Celtic music table, and it’s good. Right from the start, it’s clear their music is full of energy, while still retaining that underlying melancholy so typical to Celtic music. Still, Callanach sound sufficiently mainstream that even … Continue reading →

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