Celtic Music Magazine

Celtic Roots Craic! 47 – Sowin’ wi’ a ‘fiddle’

February 10, 2012 Last week I talked about drivin’, our latest Belfast sculpture and...

CD Review – Clair Roche Songs from the...

Celtic Harper/Singer Claire Roche goes back to her roots with Songs from the Harp...

“Foxlight” by Iarla Ó Lionáird

Iarla Ó Lionáird’s CD, “Foxlight” is one of the best I’ve heard in a...

Top 10 Celtic Music CDs Of 2011

It’s time for the top 10 Celtic CDs of 2011 list! There sure was...

MP3: "Rain Over Rahoon" by The Skelligs

By Marc Gunn

September 29, 2009

Hailing from Croatia, The Skelligs emerges with an energizing and traditional acoustic sound. Their sound is predominantely Irish, but varies every now and again to somethin gmore fused. It all depends on the occasion and the venue in which they play. Their goal is to find harmony between tradition and innovation. They do it...
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Review: "Beer Belly" by Paddy’s Boots

By Marc Gunn

September 1, 2009

Artist: Paddy’s Boots Album: Beer BellyYear produced: 2009 There is great collection of tunes here–and plenty of them to listen to as well. If you are in the mood for a rousing reel or jig, Paddy’s Boots does indeed deliver. Sprightly sounds spring forth from the instruments as the music is called forth from...
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Review: "Out on The Ocean" by BardicRose

By Marc Gunn

August 31, 2009

Artist: BardicRoseAlbum: Out on the OceanYear produced: 2007 This is a pretty album, full of different emotions and executed very well. The band is from central Florida, and they have played together for quite some time. It shows. The harmonies are complex and flawless and the arrangements are interesting without being overdone. Both instruments...
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Review: "For My Grandfathers" by Terry Griffith

By Marc Gunn

August 30, 2009

Artist: Terry GriffithAlbum: For My GrandfathersYear produced: 1993 The title of this album, For My Grandfathers, gives listeners a clue as to where Terry Griffith is coming from as an Irish-American. You can feel the affection he has for Ireland come through in his music, and this nice collection of tunes provides a lovely...
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Review: "Thistle" by Scott Boswell

By Marc Gunn

August 18, 2009

Artist: Scott BoswellAlbum: Thistle Year produced: 2008 Those who heard Scott Boswell’s first CD, “Jug of Punch” will be in for a little bit of a surprise when they hear “Thistle”. This effort is all original, representing Boswell’s own sense of musical style. The album is almost entirely devoid of vocals, bringing a tight...
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