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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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“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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“In My Life” by Kathy Barwick

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Kathy Barwick is an accomplished musician that plays the guitar, banjo, bass, mandolin and dobro.  She has more than 30 years’ experience in playing folk, bluegrass, blues and Irish music in various bands and in a variety of studio settings.  Drawing on her extensive experience she has splendidly blended these music styles to create a fantastic first solo album, “In My Life.” This collection of traditional tunes has a little bit of the Beatles thrown in just to keep you … Continue reading →

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MP3: “Black Mountainside” by Rising Gael

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Rising Gael plays neo-traditional Celtic music with strong contemporary genre influences. Since forming in 2004, Rising Gael has entertained audiences of all ages and musical interests in cities across the country. By transforming traditional tunes into modern arrangements and performing compelling original selections, Rising Gael creates a rich musical experience that lives on in the memory of their audiences. Artist: Rising Gael Buy CD: IV Download MP3:  “Black Mountainside” Hometown: Madison, Wisconsin Similar Artists: Gaelic Storm, Silly Wizard, Solas, Kate … Continue reading →

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“Tony” by Heidi Jane

Heidi Jane has been referred to as “Suzanne Vega and Peter Gabriel set sea on a sea of fiddles.” It is that and so much more for this independent musician living in San Francisco. The violin is her principle instrument and she enjoys creating music that is not solely driven by the typical electric guitar foundation which sets the tone of most rock music. Nor does she take the solo acoustic approach of many folk bands. By placing violin at … Continue reading →

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