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MP3: “Dicey Riley” by Marc Gunn

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Kilts.  Cats. Science Fiction. Irish drinking songs. Nowhere else but from the bizarre imagination of Marc Gunn would those four elements be so neatly integrated. Marc Gunn–”The Celtfather”–is an award-winning Celtic folk musician. Armed with an autoharp, he riotously combines Renaissance festival fanaticism with Irish drinking and Sci Fi fandom into a satirical jam session between Weird Al Yankovic, Shane MacGowan and The Clancy Brothers. His shows are spirited fireworks featuring Celtic-style songs about hobbits, cats, kilts, Firefly, Star Wars, … 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: “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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“IV” by Rising Gael

Rising Gael’s fourth effort, IV, is one of those fun Sunday afternoon albums.  You know the kind, where you just pop it in and listen with while cleaning or relaxing in the sun. The group hails from Madison, WI, and musicians Katie Dionne, Erin Ellison, Jeff Olson, and Peter Tissot are a powerhouse. Each one has fantastic credits to their name, and together they have won several awards in the Midwest and played Wisconsin’s Milwaukee Irish Fest.  Katie Dionne’s fiddle has … Continue reading →

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Playlist: Celtic Music for May

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With the beauty of Spring in the air, I thought it was a good time to share some of my absolute favorite songs and tunes. This is just a SMALL sampling of some of my top-rated music in my iTunes library. You can find many of these songs through my iTunes playlist. Otherwise click the link to find what you can through Amazon. You will love this music. Enjoy! “Alice’s Reels” by The Tea Merchants from One Lump or Two? … Continue reading →

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Review: “Off the Wagon – Volume 2″ by Icewagon FLU

The grit and grime of Dropkick Murphys and Flogging Molly with the traditional chops of The Young Dubliners and a bit of funk and a bit of Jazz thrown in for good measure, that is Icewagon FLU.  Coming on the scene in 2001, Icewagon FLU quickly made a name for themselves by being that band that is hard to peg into any one genre.  Now, 11 years and 7 albums later they still hold true to the simple goal of … Continue reading →

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MP3: “An Poc Ar Buile” by Gaelic Brass

The Gaelic Brass is a brass trio consisting of two trumpets and a trombone. It is a very unique and original brass trio that plays specifically Irish and Scottish folk tunes. All the arrangements are owned and made by Liza Zumbrunnen. The band has over 70 arrangements of traditional Irish and Scottish tunes, including favorites such as Danny Boy, The Irish Washerwoman, The Irish Rover, John Ryan’s Polka, and many more. Artist Homepage: Gaelic Brass Facebook: Gaelic Brass Download MP3: … Continue reading →

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This Week in Celtic Music

The Irish & Celtic Music Podcast has a brand new episode.  This one features the Best Celtic Music of 2011 by your votes.  You’ll find music from The Crossing, The Flying Toads, Sligo Rags, Keith Hinchliffe, Maggie Drennon, Rising Gael, Heather Alexander, Vicki Swan & Jonny Dyer, Atlantic Wave, Rambling Sailors, Scooter Muse, Colin Farrell, Pandora Celtica, Molly Bauckham, Jiggernaut, Rathkeltair, Alison Nolan, Jimi McRae And Sam Okoo, Gaelic Storm, and Ockham’s Razor.  The show is packed with great indie … Continue reading →

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Spotlight on Celtic Musicians: Gaelic Brass

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Band Name: Gaelic Brass (Liza Zumbrunnen, director/arranger) Hometown: Overland Park, Kansas Gaelic Brass plays only Celtic arrangements by Liza Zumbrunnen (the director and trumpeter). Although the music is played by two trumpets and a trombone, the songs stay true to the original Celtic style. The arrangements can be described a brass interpretation of traditional Irish and Scottish tunes. What Celtic countries have you visited or do you dream of visiting? I haven’t been to any Celtic countries yet. The closest … Continue reading →

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MP3: “Happy are the Dead” by Sons of Malarkey

The Sons of Malarkey are a 5 piece Celtic influenced band out of Portland, Oregon. WHo play songs from Ireland, Scotland and Canadaland in their own rock style. Sons of Malarkey love how universal Celtic traditional songs feel and those songs’ ability to erupt in chorus at any pub worldwide. Sons of Malarkey brings those same emotions to their original songs, fiddle tunes and celti-trad rock. Here is a list of the instruments you may hear mandolin, whistle, guitar, base, … Continue reading →

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