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 »
Album: Defecatio Imperatrix Mundi Band: Barbarian Pipe Band Hometown: Biella, Italy There comes a time when you just want a single type of instrument to stand up. And also everything that’s composed around and about it. This is the case of The Barbarian Pipe band. Pure bagpipe richness dipped in spices and good to the … Continue reading »
France with its interesting culture and music is definitely a home to bands that are considered avant-garde. Living in France and having a taste for Celtic music would mean that you either go for Breton music or a combination of that and Gaelic sounds. Then there are elements of Jazz and Rock which the … Continue reading »
Also in this epidsode:The Picts Of Scotland and Karen Matheson Douglas McQueen Hunter talks about The Picts and the new band,The Court of Equity inspired by the music of Robert Burns. If you are a Scottish music insider then The Picts is not new to you. They proved to be very influential among Celtic fusion … Continue reading »
In this edition: Nua, Jonathan Kershaw and Eclipse NUA Making waves: Irish/Scottish Traditional Music, Experimental, Fusion trio from Toronto Canada. NUA came up with an auspicious debut in a form of an EP. It gives us the taste of what this trio can offer not just today but also in future releases. These are clean, crisp … Continue reading »
In this edition: Damien McCarron of Mile High Celtic Radio, Karen Victoria Smith, Dan Coleman, Celtic Twist and Moxie! Mile High Celtic Hour : You ultimate guide to Irish and Celtic music. Got the feeling that you need to update you Celtic music collection? Work schedules and classes can sometimes take you away from what’s … Continue reading »
Also in this edition: Janet M. Christel and Maeve Mackinnon Brian McDaid explains how Irish music shaped both their styles and also the new album they are working on. I was interacting with Gerry Power before this interview started. Brian McDaid arrived a week ago for a few gigs. Gerry decided to hand the questions … Continue reading »
Also in this edition: Lori Watson and Rule Of Three and Kernowpods Between working with the London Philharmonic orchestra, recording for the next “Lord of the Rings” film, “Hobbit Movie” and completing being part of Jamie Smith’s Mabon’s Windblown, Calum Stewart took the time to talk to us about his career and how it all … Continue reading »
In this edition: Fraser Fifield, Carmel Gunning and Calum Stewart The Music of Fraser Fifield My last edition covered music from Ireland, Wales and Brittany. Our new edition unleashes another talent from Scotland by the name of Fraser Fifield. I became familiar with his work after seeing videos of Salsa Celtica. This is the same band … Continue reading »
In this edition: The Pogues, Jamie Smith’s MABON, Atlantean and Gwenael Kerleo I am sure you have notice the energy I placed on editing the pictures of the artists I posted here. It was a great practice of visual creativity on my part. At this point in time I am confident to say anything I … Continue reading »
Also in this edition: Jamie Smith’s MABON and Alison Kinnaird From The Big Fat Electric Ceilidh to his own collaborations with other artists, Dave Martin is trekking the frontiers that combine technology, ingenuity and tradition. And yes he loves his fashionable kilts! http://www.bigfatelectric.co.uk/ http://www.electrolabs.co.uk I am fascinated by fat sounds. You know the kind of thing that hits the … Continue reading »
Plus: Somerset Folk Harp Festival, Athas’tour pic and schedules, Celtic vampire novel by Karen Victoria Smith and Delta Rae …so emotional and beautiful! Scottish harpist Rachel Hair notes down her tips on how to get into this fascinating musical instrument: The Celtic harp! It was through my discovery of harp music that got me started … Continue reading »
I got this fresh track a few minutes ago. It is nice to post fresh tunes here and also artists that will pique your interest . Maeve Gilchrist is a Scottish harpist who is now based in the States. 20th Chandler Street is a track that provides a magical listening experience with its unique style … Continue reading »
After a few days of trivia and news about tours and album reviews, it is time to relax and listen to an artist. This is one of the things about my writing that I take delicately. Knowing an artist can sometimes be an illusive thing because you might just be talking about a certain … Continue reading »
Calum Stewart is very active these days playing as part of the Scottish group Manran. He is fully booked with events like Samso Festival( July 20, Denmark with Manran), Spyfest (July 28 Moray, Scotland with Heikki Bourgault), and also on July 28 at the same venue with Manran. This short video caught my attention because … Continue reading »
The 2012 Scottish New Music Awards are going to be held on Sunday, September 2nd 2012 at the Classic Grand in Glasgow.. You can now start voting for your favorite artists for the 2012 Scottish New Music Awards. My focus is on the Roots Recording of the year. It’s going to be bloody because two … Continue reading »
Yn Chruinnaght’s CD ‘The Gathering’ is an exciting collection of Celtic music featuring twelve tracks donated by artists who have played at the festival over the years. The Gathering CD will raise vital funds for future events. Those involved in the Manx music festival Yn Chruinnaght took a bold step with The Gathering. It is … Continue reading »
Ideas! I was eating dinner while looking at my site. I know, it isn’t a good habit to have your laptop on your dining table along with your food. I know I am already risking something by telling you about my personal habits. Anyway, I kept looking, chewing and thinking. I was asking myself, what … Continue reading »
Cynthia Cathcart takes us on a journey through the mystical sound of the Clàrsach. The Clàrsach is different from the regular Classical harp in a sense that it has smaller size and creates a unique sound. It has that distinctive perky and almost sharp edge when played by the fingernails. It is a tone color that resembles … Continue reading »
