Tag Archives: Pennsylvania

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: “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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Spotlight on Celtic Music: Burning Bridget Cleary

Band Name: Burning Bridget Cleary Hometown: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Called “the Allman Brothers of Celtic fiddle bands, only prettier, Burning Bridget Cleary perform high-energy, traditional Celtic music with a twist of folk. Kat Watson just joined the band on fiddle.  We asked lead singer, Rose Baldino, and her to answer a few questions to get to know them better. What Celtic countries have you visited or do you dream of visiting? We have been to Ireland and Canada, and want to … Continue reading →

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“Six Yanks” by Barleyjuice

Known for their boisterous renditions of “All For Me Grog” and “Whiskey in the Jar,” Barleyjuice’s third album (2006) comes out swinging and doesn’t stop. Sure, the first track “Misty Mornings Miss’d” is a bit of a warm-up–a kind of teasing mellow instrumental that says “Hey, we can do chill stuff too, lads,” right before reminding you where they came from with “Pretty Wild Bride” and “Modern Pirates.” And if you want an ear-opener that begs a second listen, try … Continue reading →

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