Liam Ó Maonlaí talks about his project Rian, working with Glen Hansard and beyond. Born is the first album I listened to from Hothouse Flowers, a band fronted by my special guest Liam Ó Maonlaí. The part of me that loved(and still does) U2, The Cranberries, Sinead O’Connor and a whole bunch of Irish rock artists … Continue reading »
These are fantastic ceramics by Michelle Butler! When listening to Celtic music, why not embellish your coffee table with something lasting and beautiful as well? Michelle Butler Ceramics offers a unique way of looking at crafts. If you want something striking and personal then her designs are definitely something you should consider as gifts to … Continue reading »
I was lucky to catch up with Neil Reedy of La Única (\lä, oo’-nee-kä\) who submitted the responses of five band members. Based out of Washington, DC, the band is representing the beautiful blend of Irish and Latin music. They are in the middle of promoting their self- titled album. Members of the band give … Continue reading »
Artist: Linda Scanlon EP: A Place To Be Musicians: Jorge Carrilho – Drums (Portuguese) Rui Marques – Keyboards (Portuguese) Anja Brands – Violin (Dutch) Syd Harris – Bass (half American, half English) Joe de Bie – Guitar (half Dutch, half English) Linda Scanlon – Guitar, Tin Whistle (Irish) Irish singer/songwriter/multi instrumentalist Linda Scanlon has grouped … Continue reading »
Flutist and composer Karin Leitner has sound magic. With her extensive studies in classical music, flutist Karin Leitner has mastered the tempo, dynamics and expression of the instrument. She also plays the Irish tin whistle Susato Kildare model key C and Yamaha wooden flute. Whither she is playing the classical pop rendition of the theme … Continue reading »
Band: Cheers! Album: Wrong & Right Genre: Folk-Rock/Punk Location: Czech Republic 01 – Frying Pan 3:01 02 – Cliffs of Galway 3:24 03 – Molly’s Eyes 3:36 04 – Mary Hogan’s 4:05 05 – Collier 3:46 06 – Parnik 3:49 07 – Jim 5:03 08 – Poor Man’s Hat 2:24 09 – Tearberries 2:36 10 … Continue reading »
Dundalk, Scotland,Canada and anywhere in the world, Nuala Kennedy plays music for every ear. Help me welcome this fantastic musician this week. She is Nuala Kennedy. She became the focus of my interview request after seeing a post by The Riverside Celtic Society announcing her Canadian tour. It’s to promote her third release “Noble Stranger.” … Continue reading »
Band: Baal Tinne Album: The Haunting Musicians in the album: Noel Rice Cathleen Rice-Halliburton Matt Sundstrom Paul Cienniwa Year of release: 1994 Style: Contemporary instrumental/New Age/Traditional Irish Tracks: 1. The Long Note / One Horned Sheep 2. The Dawn / Morning Dew / Speed the Plough 3. Gan Anim 4. The Thatchers Are Here / … Continue reading »
Track list for Affinity: 1. Intro (Suas Síos) 2. Sailing 3. The Lass of Aughrim 4. Worlds Collide 5. I Feel You Breathe 6. Crúiscín Lán 7. Captain O’Kane 8. Seoithín Seó 9. Stóirín Rua 10. When the Morning Breaks 11. Ardaigh Cuan 12. Suas Síos This year marks the release of Affinity which is … Continue reading »
An exciting band featuring fresh and melodic tunes, notable musicians and yes they are on tour!Skinny Lister continue to charm listener with their brand of English folk that incorporates influences from the surrounding nations. music that’s melodic, sweet but at the same time bursting with electricity. They can transform a simple sea shanty or a … Continue reading »
Conor Lamb took the time to talk about the music of the trio Réalta between touring. I can close my eyes and get lost in the music of Réalta. There is something sublime about it. A quality that revive the spirit and soothes the mind. Open The Door For Three is what I would call as … Continue reading »
Band: The Fatty Farmers Album: Refarmatory Style: Celtic Punk /Rock/ Folk Place of origin:Toledo, España Members: Rodrigo farmer — mandolin, banjo & lead vocals Sweet Javato — Whistles & Bagpipes Javito “Litlle Boy” — Fiddle Goyo — accordion Lalo — Acoustic guitar & chorus Diego F. — Electric guitar, banjo & chorus Lamber — Bass … Continue reading »
Artist: Steel Clover ( Sue Borowski) Album: In the Celtic Spirit Genre: Celtic Folk/Ballads Mood: Easy Listening Tracks: 1. Gone Are the Days 2. The Loving Time 3. Glen of Aherlow 4. Longing for Home 5. The Pride of Ireland 6. Oh Rowan Tree 7. Rocky Road to Dublin 8. The Fisherman’s Wife … Continue reading »
Album: Relative Minors Artists : Qristina & Quinn Bachand Genre:Folk/ Celtic/ World Type: Instrumental Place of origin: Victoria, British Columbia Tracks: 1. Spootiskerry/High Road to Linton/Big John McNeil 2. Extra Bar in Paddyland / The Smirnoff Gigolo 3. Jigs in A (Rosewood Jig/Teviot Bridge/Who’ll be King but Charlie/The Canadian Club) 4. The Frenchies (Fil et … Continue reading »
Now it can be told! With the release of The Celtic Reggae Revolution’s new album, The Celtic Music Fan is intrigued about the ideas behind the creation of the album. On top of that, Brian Gilligan has really outdone himself in boldly going where few Celtic musicians go: the fusion of genres that’s rarely heard … Continue reading »
Band: La Única Album: Self-titled Members: Gonzalo Bernal [ vocals / fiddle ] Matt Giles [ bass / vocals ] Cory Padin [ guitar / vocals ] Neil Reedy [ irish tin whistle / trumpet / flugelhorn ] Matt Tredwell [ drums / percussion ] with Camilo Diaz [ percussion ] Brian Falkowski [ saxophone … Continue reading »
Band:The Human Empire Album: I Am, We Are Genre: Afro-Celtic Rock Location: St. Paul, MN Members: Adam Azra’el – Vocals, Guitar, Percussion Caiti Laszewski – Flute, Vocals Michal Sinak – Vocals, Guitar, Whistle, Mandolin, Accordion, Bozouki Daniel Brakke – Bass, Vocals Doug Waguespack – Percussion Fraser Wills – Percussion, Vocals Rebecca Lynne – Violin, Vocals … Continue reading »
Silver is the new album by Celtic band Iona. With amazing arrangements of tracks and interesting choices of materials, I am sure listeners would like to hear the ‘behind the scenes’ aspects of this album. And of course, the band as whole. It is quite an achievement to maintain that rush of creativity for decades.Barbara … Continue reading »
The music of Susan Borowski would feel at home in the grand halls where people are in colorful flowing attires. There is something grand about her style that calls to mind the beauty of old music. She is a respected name in the Pittsburgh Celtic music circle. I don’t have one of her CDs yet … Continue reading »
Band: Lexington Field Album: No Man’s War Members: Beau Gray – Vocals, Guitar Cami Smith – Violin Bryan Hane – Lead Guitar Casey Jones – Bass Vincent West – Drums Hometown: San Diego CA Mixing Punk, Americana and the melodic strains of Celtic music: these are the things you can pick up when you … Continue reading »
