Changing Your World with Celtic Music

CELTIC MUSIC MAGAZINE
The Home of Indie Celtic Music Online
January 11, 2014 -- 21,000+ subscribers

Celtic Music Magazine is the official newsletter of the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast. It is a monthly publication of Celtic music, news and culture by Celtic musician and podcast host, Marc Gunn. We are changing your world with Celtic music!

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Editor's Note

Welcome to 2014 and another awesome year celebrating our joint love of Celtic music. I started the Celtic Music Magazine over thirteen years ago as way to introduce Celtic music lovers to some of the incredible Celtic musicians I found online. I used the slogan "changing the way you hear Celtic music" as our trumpet and mission statement.

The magazine evolved from an MP3.com newsletter into a website of free Celtic MP3s, then into a CD review website, and finally into a podcast. Now I'm looking into using video as an additional way to share all of the great Celtic music I am introduced to each week.

Sharing Celtic music through new media was the old goal. I think we did that quite successfully, winning two Podcast Awards, earning thousands of subscribers, and millions of downloads of my podcasts. I started posting the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast on YouTube several months ago. Many of those videos are also getting tens of thousands of views.

I'm not sure where new media is going. I also feel that I've grown beyond just "changing the way you HEAR Celtic music." It's now about changing your world through Celtic music.

Over the past thirteen years, I've had thousands of emails from Celtic music lovers telling me how my magazine and podcast have helped to change their world. A decade ago, the only way you could hear new Celtic music was if you were lucky enough to have Fiona Ritchie's Thistle & Shamrock radio program on your local NPR station. I never was so lucky.

I never had an opportunity to explore the world of Celtic music outside of what I could see live at local Celtic festivals, Renaissance festivals, and occasional pubs. You may be in the same position.

Well, I am happy to offer a free solution. I offer you a chance to not only hear Celtic music, but to change your world through the music in this magazine, in our podcast, and hopefully, in a new Celtic TV show on YouTube.

You are an incredible person. Thank you for being on this journey with me. Thank you for allowing me to change your world with Celtic music.

Slainte!
Marc Gunn, The Celtfather

New Celtic Podcasts

I know. I know. You're wondering, "Where on earth is show #150? I want more Celtic music!" Right now, I'm in the process of moving my websites to a new server. I hope to finish it up by this weekend. Then I will be back with a brand-new show! So stay subscribed!

- Irish & Celtic Music Podcastn #149: Celtic Christmas Miracle

- Pub Songs Podcast #128: Christmas Pub Songs

- Pub Songs Podcast #127: A Semi-Celtic Christmas

Will You Help Sponsor a New Video Show?

I have an idea for a new Celtic video show. I need your help to make it happen.

I love the way the format of the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast. It's designed to give you maximum music listening without too much vocal interruption. I've had a LOT of great feedback about that over the years.

The downside is that I don't talk too much about the bands on the show. Instead, you have to visit their website and seek them out on your own. Don't get me wrong that's awesome. But I want to do more. I want to introduce you better to the bands in each show. But to do that, I need your financial support.

My goal is to produce a four-part pilot series called Irish Celtic News. In each show, I will give you a quick run down about each of the bands in the latest episode of the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast. I'll also share some "what's new" news about the bands. The show will "air" on my YouTube Channel about a week or so after the podcast is released.

I don't expect it to be too long, but I want to make it fun, entertaining, and of course educational. And if I can pull together a video team, I might add in some additional clips from festivals or interviews that I might be able to pull together.

This is a BIG project. So I'm gonna need help. But to make this happen, first and foremost, I need to raise money to pay for some of the production.

Right now, I'm holding a crowdfunding campaign on my website for my new CD, How America Saved Irish Music. As part of that campaign, I'm raising money to pay for this project as well. Yes, it's a dual fundraising campaign. But if you actually sponsor the 4-part series (one of the options), then that money will go straight to production costs for the video series.

You can sponsor the show and/or support my new album right here: http://celticmusic.org/2014/pre-order-america/

You will find the donation and sponsor info at the end of the page.

Though if you'd like to support my new album, your purchase of it too will all go towards the overall fundraising goal. You can hear the first single from the album "A Stor Mo Chroi" right here:

"A Stor Mo Chroi" by Marc Gunn & Jamie Haeuser
from How America Saved Irish Music
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DrH3908s0bc

Thank you for all your generous support!

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Song Henge is the official fan club of the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast. When you join, you gain access to Song Henge and hours of Celtic music downloads. It's a really cool service and of course, it helps to pay the ample monthly bills of the podcast.

- Become a Core Song Henger and subscribe from now until January 31st and I will send you

-- a digital copy of Marc Gunn's CD Scottish Songs of Drinking & Rebellion. You can choose to have it delivered via iTunes or Amazon. (Email me once you sign up, for details)

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Celtic Music Headlines

- Celtic Immigrants in the US Civil War

- Auld Lang Syne

- Would you like to learn more about the Celtic bands in the podcast?

- Merry Christmas

- Did you have a happy Solstice?

- Free Celtic MP3s: Derek Warfield and The Young Wolfe Tones, Patrick Keith Ahern, New Shilling, Tallymoore, The Secret Commonwealth, Vintage Wine

Celtic Artists You May Like

PerKelt
Homepage: http://www.perkelt.com
Description: PerKelt is a Neo-Medievalist band that maps progressive Celtic styles onto Medieval and traditional songs and composes original material in a similar vein, performed on recorder, guitar, percussion, and vocals. The band was formed in the Czech Republic by Pavlina Bastlova and Stepan Honc in 2008, then relocated to London in 2011, where the were joined by their percussionist, Dr. Will Connor. Dowry of a Troll Woman is the band's third CD.

The Stubby Shillelaghs
Homepage: http://thestubbies.net
Description: The Stubby Shillelaghs describe their musical style as "high energy Celtic folk". It has a rock energy and sometimes verging on heavy metal speeds, but it's all acoustic and does not typically utilize a drum kit. One critic describes their style as "bawdy and beautiful" the subject matter can get rather risqué but vocal harmonies and sweet melodic lines create a fun and unique contrast.

Star Edwards and KingBeat
Homepage: http://www.starharp.com
Description: Star and KingBeat combined forces in 2010 to create a five piece folk rock band. Imbuing new wave Irish-rock versions of ancientCeltic tunes with their jazz-fusion flavor, their exploration of Celtic, Folk, New Age, Fusion Jazz and Rock music exemplifies the unique sound they call World Harp Rock. Performing hits from the likes of calypso icon, Harry Belafonte, and Nouveau flamenco artist, Ottmar Liebert, and jazz guitarist, George Benson they focused their energy on expanding the boundaries of contempory Celtic, New Age and Worldmusic.

Seraphina
Homepage: http://ensembleseraphina.com
Description: Seraphina is a vibrant new Canadian ensemble made up of Susan Toman (celtic harp & harpsichord) and Dawn Bailey (soprano). They specialize in Celtic and Baroque repertoire, and enjoy fusing the two genres wherever possible. They've been praised for an engaging manner of musical storytelling, appropriate for all ages.

The Irish Rovers
Homepage: http://theirishroversmusic.com/
Description: The Irish Rovers are known for their rollicking renditions of both traditional and original Irish folk songs and tunes. The music features mandolin, banjo, guitar, accordion, box, bodhran, flute and whistle with bold voices. Having released more than 40 albums in North America and more internationally the sound of The Irish Rovers has become an institution.

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Vote for the Best Celtic Music of 2013

CELTIC MUSIC MAGAZINE
The Home of Indie Celtic Music Online
January 18, 2014 -- 21,000+ subscribers

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Greetings,

This is a special message from the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast I have two things to share with you:

First, the podcast website is still undergoing maintenance. I can't post a new show in the podcast feed. So in the meantime, you can listen to show #150 on the website,

OR you can download the MP3 of show #150: The Craic Is Free! (58 MB) right now.

I hope to have it back in podcast form in a couple days.

Second, I just have one giant request that will bring you even more great indie Celtic music. And that is...

Vote for the Best Celtic Music of 2013

Do you want to hear the absolute best of the best music of the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast in 2013? Then I need you to vote for it!

Every year since 2007, I have published a Best of the Year episode of the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast. Those shows are consistently my most-popular shows because YOU voted for your favorite songs. Last year, I was forced to close the Celtic Top 20 polls because of low votes. But I want to bring the Best of the Year show back. And so...

The polls are now open.

I need You to Vote for Your favorite Celtic music of 2013. Here's how:

Voting is done by episode.
Just pick your favorite song or tune in each show.
If you don't remember an episode, go listen to the show again!
You have about three weeks to vote.

Once I close the polls, I will find the most-popular music. In March, I will release a Best of 2013 episode of the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast.

But again. The only way to make this the best is by voting! So please. Do yourself a favor.

Cast your vote today!
http://celticmusicpodcast.com/vote/

Slainte!
Marc Gunn, The Celtfather

Join Song Henge to Celtic Rock

- Become a Core Song Henger and subscribe from now until January 31st and I will send you

-- a digital copy of Marc Gunn's CD Scottish Songs of Drinking & Rebellion. You can choose to have it delivered via iTunes or Amazon. (Email me once you sign up, for details)

--- a physical copy of The Secret World of Celtic Rock.

Thank you so much for your kind support of the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast. If you haven't joined Song Henge, sign up today at http://songhenge.com

Read "How to Get Your Celtic MP3s Through This Magazine".

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The Times Are Changing With the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast

CELTIC MUSIC MAGAZINE
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February 6, 2014 -- 21,000+ subscribers

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Editor's Note

A couple weeks back, I was going through past submissions to the podcast. I realized I missed a LOT of indie Celtic bands who submitted music last year. Now I'm trying to do some major catch up. That's good news for you because it means I just released show #151: A Brilliant Collection of Celtic Music.

I also made a couple cool new changes to the podcast shownotes this year. In the past, I've had people suggest I start using the Apple podcast format so you can skip tracks. Or they tried to find out who an artist was and they couldn't.

I don't have the ability to make Apple audio files and I also find it limiting for my non-Apple users. However, helping you find who's who, I can make that easier. Starting with show #151, I added the time that each song begins. Now you can see at 8:22 into the show, Burning Bridget Cleary's song begins to play.

I would love to do that with all of the other podcasts in the past, but alas, that will take a LOT of time to do... UNLESS we crowdsource it. Next time you listen to one of my past shows, make notes as to what time each songs begins. You can email me that info or post it directly in the shownotes. I'll get it added.

Perhaps together, we can make this podcast better than ever in 2014!

Slainte!
Marc Gunn, The Celtfather

PS. Remember to Vote! The poll for the Best Irish & Celtic Music of 2013 is still open. Cast you vote as soon as possible. Then I will compile a best of episode in March. You can vote at http://celticmusicpodcast.com/vote/

PPS. My newest CD How America Saved Irish Music officially goes on sale in less than two weeks. I'm asking fans and anyone who wants to help me out. Buy the album on Amazon on February 19th.

Building Canoes cover art

Celtic Music Headlines

- Irish & Celtic Music Podcast #151: A Brilliant Collection of Celtic Music

- Pub Songs Podcast #131: Funny Irish Pub Songs

- Pub Songs Podcast #130: How to Build a Great Community

- Pub Songs Podcast #129: Preview of How America Saved Irish Music

- MP3: Irish Lassie by The Bog Hoppers

- Review: “Building Canoes” by The Dunham Band

- Robert Burns

- MP3: The Only Traitor by The Whiskeydicks

- “How America Saved Irish Music” CD Explores Irish/American Music Connections to New Orleans

- The Origins of “Slainte” Come from… Mexico?

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Celtic Artists You May Like

AntiqueMusic.net
Homepage: http://www.antiquemusic.net
Description: Long before MP3's, CDs, Vinyl and even Edison's Phonograph, an evening's musical entertainment often involved singing songs around a piano in the family's parlor. Family and friends would gather to play and sing songs of their day from printed sheet music. Many of the songs dropped out of popularity as newer songs were printed and sung. Eventually, the old sheet music was set aside and forgotten. AntiqueMusic.net is bringing some of those songs back from obscurity.

Bard of the South
Homepage: http://www.bardofthesouth.com
Description: A fine mix of traditional, original and contemporary songs performed in true Celtic Folk style and accompanied by guitar, mandolin and banjo and sung in sing-along style by singer-songwriter and storyteller, Rickey Pittman.

Lume de Biqueira Pipe Band
Homepage: http://www.lumedebiqueira.es
Description: Lume of Biqueira Pipe Band have its headquarter in Madrid. From its foundation (1998) our band have focused its activity on creating their own sound, based on perform in concerts and parades (three years in the St. Patrick's, in Dublin, with awards for "best band of the festival" (2003), the "Spirit of the Festival (2004) and" Best Adult band "(2010) and the Three Wise Men Parade in Madrid city (2012). In our concerts we combined tradition and modernity, mixing bagpipes and percussion with electric guitars. Our tunes combine Galician and Asturian melodies with Irish or Scottish ones. We have made performances as the concert on November 19, 2011 in the MarketPlace Theater Armagh (Northern Ireland), in the William Kennedy International Piping Festival, the concert on the night of Saint John (Saint Jhon Eve) in Boadilla del Monte (Madrid 2012 & 2013), the concert at the Segovia Folk Festival (2012, june the 30th) and Garganta de los Montes (Madrid) in 2013.

The Fenian Sons
Homepage: http://www.thefeniansons.com
Description: The Fenian Sons were formed in the Roslindale neighborhood of Boston in 1996 with the simple intention of carrying on the tradition of Irish greats the Clancy Brothers and the Wolfe Tones. The opportunity to introduce this great tradition to a new generation, the chance to present a bit of nostalgia to more experienced fans and the realization that the appeal of the band spread beyond friends and family all played a part in propelling the band through the years. The Fenian Sons play all over the Boston area and have played at the famous House of Blues and even Fenway Park. Our latest Cd is titled 617 and was released Nov 2013.

The Rude Mechanicals
Homepage: https://www.facebook.com/therudemechanicals
Description: The Rude Mechanicals perform a Celtic music Ceilidh every year at the Hole in the Wall Theater in New Britain, CT. The name comes from Shakespeare's "A Midsummer Night's Dream" and the working men who perform the play within a play. All the Mechanicals are involved with the theater either as actors, writers, directors, or musicians.

Siochan
Homepage: http://siochan.com/
Description: We have a Great love for Irish music, and we love to spice the music up a bit, we play at diff casino and pubs, schools, here in Vegas, we have a Great group of musician's in the band.

Telenn Tri
Homepage: http://www.telenntri.com/
Description: Christine Morphett and Peter Franche are Telenn Tri. Interweaving an interesting blend of old and new melodies with dexterous harp playing and sensitive bouzouki/guitar arrangements, they perform with an obvious passion for the music. Fusing together traditional Irish, Scottish and Breton music with contemporary, they create their own unique style of 'Celtic' music. They have performed at numerous festivals around Australia, including Australian Celtic Festival, National Celtic Festival, and Port Fairy Folk Festival, as well as supporting Celtica and Fleurieu Folk Festivals.

Jonathan Ramsey
Homepage: http://jonathanramsey.com
Description: Jonathan Ramsey sounds like Barenaked Ladies and Christy Moore joining in the pub to play and sing. He leaps into comic and the soulful instincts of Irish traditional and original songs.

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Something Shocking Happened Last Week, Still Recovering

CELTIC MUSIC MAGAZINE
The Home of Indie Celtic Music Online
February 18, 2014 -- 21,000+ subscribers

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Editor's Note

Something shocking happened to me last week. There was an error in transferring data from my old Song Henge web host to the new one. The entire site and all of the membership data was lost. Yesterday, CelticMusicPodcast.com also crashed and is still not yet back up. I'm still a little shaken by these events.

"That which does not kill us makes us stronger", Friedrich Nietzsche said. I'm still trying to grow from these problems. It's not easy. However, thanks to my friend Jan, I now have all of the membership data in a compiled in a spreadsheet. My friend Amber is helping me get the website back online. It's slow-going, but at least it's going. With any luck, I will email you next week to announce the all-new Song Henge website.

In the meantime, I compiled shownotes for the next Irish & Celtic Music Podcast. I was playing catchup with submissions to the podcast last year, when I realized I had a lot of Celtic rock submissions that hadn't been played. I decided to highlight these bands by doing an exclusive podcast special on Celtic rock. I should have that show up in the next couple o'days, but if the website is still down, check out facebook. I will have a link to the MP3 directly.

If you CAN access the website, I want to ask you one more time to cast your vote for the Best Irish & Celtic Music of 2013. You can vote for your favorite song in each episode of the podcast last year. Just head on over to http://celticmusicpodcast.com/vote/ and vote!

Thank you SO much for all your patience and support of the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast. You are awesome!

Slainte!
Marc Gunn, The Celtfather

PS. How America Saved Irish Music officially goes on sale tomorrow. Please help me out, buy the album on Amazon on February 19th.

PPS. I was nominated in the Celtic Radio Music Awards. You can help me win as well as help other bands featured in the podcast. Cast your vote here. (You will need to join CelticRadio.net)

Celtic Music Headlines

- Irish & Celtic Music Podcast #151: A Brilliant Collection of Celtic Music

- Pub Songs Podcast #132: Earth-Shattering News from the Pub Songs Podcast

- Pub Songs Podcast #131: Funny Irish Pub Songs

- See the 2013 Celtic Non-Profit Donation Report

- Celtic Music You May Enjoy in February

- MP3: Raise a Glass by the Rolling Kings

- MP3: On the sea of Fleur De Lis by Burning Bridget Cleary

- MP3: The lilting Fisherman by Dolan

- MP3: Final Trawl by Hank Cramer

- Vote Celtic Podcast in Celtic Radio Music Awards!

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Become a Sainted Patron and you get: the Celtic Dragon t-shirt, your pick of one of my CDs, business cards that will save you money on CD purchases AND promote my music and podcast, stickers, your name on my Celtic Music Wall of Saints, and a LOT more!

Thank you so much for your kind support of the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast. If you haven't joined Song Henge, sign up today at http://songhenge.com

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Celtic Artists You May Like

Sons of Malarkey
Homepage: http://www.sonsofmalarkey.com/
Description: Sons of Malarkey (SOM) have a foot in Irish Trad and a foot in Celtic Rock and are the perfect mix of the two. Founded in 2009 their smooth vocals and fantastic music captures you from the first note. What started out as jam sessions around kitchen tables has grown to a strong live band that performs around the Pacific Northwest. SOM has always been a band that has a strong love of the traditional (trad), but they also love the modern elements as well.
Hometown: Portland, OR USA

Heather Dale
Homepage: http://www.HeatherDale.com
Description: Heather Dale is a Canadian musician, who writes songs inspired by ancient legends. Rooted in the Celtic folk style, Heather often blends modern instruments (synths, cello, electric guitar) with her more traditional Irish flutes, harp and bodhran drum... whether it's wild Greek fiddle playing on her "Medusa", or thundering Led Zeppelin-style drums on "Mountain".
Hometown: Toronto, Canada

Maggie Drennon
Homepage: http://maggiedrennon.com
Description: Maggie Drennon is a premier voice in Celtic singing, a long standing influence in modern folk music. She has toured Ireland with the renowned Furey Brothers and is a noted historian of Celtic songs. She was a member of Ceili's music traditional Celtic from 1989 to 1995. She then co-founded the Celtic rock band SixMileBridge, touring nonstop and rocking festivals nationwide. With a solo performance that is meaningful yet light hearted, Maggie is deeply devoted to sharing these traditions with American audiences. Maggie blends ancient Gaelic history with rare Celtic songs, and a beautifully romantic presentation. Most of all, she brings us the soaring voice that will inspire your heart!
Hometown: Upstate NY

The Sorry Lot
Homepage: http://www.thesorrylot.com
Description: The Sorry Lot are a seven piece Irish Folk and Ballad band from Napa, California. They deliver lively renditions of traditional drinking songs, as well as a few modern ballads and original tunes, while keeping the music true to it's roots in the pubs and bars of Ireland. Birthed from a passion for Irish Folk music, and named after a snarky comment from a British bartender, The Sorry Lot formed in 2007 as a St. Patrick's Day side-project with members from several local bands. The project quickly became the main focus as more members were recruited and a desire grew to perform year-round. The Sorry Lot can now be seen playing regularly at pubs and Breweries in and around their hometown, and are constantly expanding their library of traditional and original songs.
Hometown: Napa, CA USA

Jesse Ferguson
Homepage: http://www.jessefergusonmusic.com
Description: English-language folk songs presented with rich vocals and harmonies, combining traditional and contemporary folk influences.
Hometown: Cornwall, Ontario, Canada

Jimi McRae
Homepage: http://lastkingofpictland.com/
Description: Modern traditional with many influences including rock, world and Pibroch (ancient pipe music of Highland clansmen)
Hometown: Edinburgh, Scotland

Des Wade
Homepage: http://www.deswade.com
Description: Songwriter Des Wade's songs reflect his Irish upbringing His style is Celtic & Western - some songs float into the mystic while others are as close as the nearest bar stool.
Hometown: Dublin Ireland

The Buachaills
Homepage: http://thebuachaills.com
Description: Since forming in January 2012 ,The Buachaills have gone from being an informal session group to playing in Croke Park for the All Ireland football final.They are now one of the most sought after Trad and Folk bands in Ireland and have played many noted venues such as Thomond Park and Fraher Field in Waterford. The band comprises of Eoin Murphy on Vocals, Guitar and Mandolin, Aaron Dolan on Uilleann Pipes, Whistles and Vocals, James Fleming on Bass, Guitar and Vocals and Chris Carey on Drums and Vocals. Sharing stages with the likes of The High Kings, Finbarr Furey, The Wolfe Tones and Bressie these lads are known to have audiences of all ages on their feet. The Buachaills are currently applying the finishing touches to their debut album titled "At Your Call".
Hometown: Cork Ireland

McCrae's Battalion
Homepage: http://mccraes-battalion.com
Description: McCrae's Battalion is a Celtic/Folk/Rock band based out of San Francisco, CA. The band, who has been around since 2011 features members originally from Scotland, Ireland as well as the United States. Inspired by acts such as Bob Dylan, The Clash and The Pogues McCrae's Battalion's sound ranges from fast fiddle-led dance songs to slow celtic/folk numbers.
Hometown: San Francisco, CA

Ken Elkinson
Homepage: http://www.kenelkinson.com
Description: Ken Elkinson is a Los Angeles based multi-instrumentalist with over 30 CDs to his credit in a variety of genres including ambient, new age, solo piano, holiday, dance, jazz funk and now Celtic.
Hometown: Los Angeles, CA USA

The Gleasons
Homepage: http://www.thegleasonsmusic.com
Description: The Gleasons, one of the most enjoyable and energetic bands in the Milwaukee area, have been creating music since 2002. The Gleasons' repetoire consists mostly of their own original tunes, with some cover songs and traditional Celtic music with their own twist; it all blends together into a mixture of traditional Irish, Americana, rock, bluegrass, and American pop. The band takes their musicianship and songwriting very seriously but they also know how to have fun.Their energetic live shows will have you dancing and singing along to songs about Ireland, love, and nights at the pub with dear old friends.
Hometown: Milwaukee, WI USA

Keltikon
Homepage: http://keltikon.ocm
Description: Celtic Boogie, Folk'n'Roll, Pipes-Punk
Hometown: Pfäffikon ZH, Switzerland

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2. Buy a CD or MP3s, or donate to a band
3. Forward this ezine to THREE friends

Want Your Music Featured?
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Copyright 2000-2014 Marc Gunn

Celtic Rock Invasion, Donations Report, Last Chance to Vote

CELTIC MUSIC MAGAZINE
The Home of Indie Celtic Music Online
February 27, 2014 -- 21,000+ subscribers

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Editor's Note

I have good news at last. But first, I am happy to announce that show #152 of the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast is now online. This week, you're gonna experience a Celtic Rock Invasion!

I suppose this is also a good to time mention that if you like Celtic Rock music, we have a compilation CD called The Secret World of Celtic Rock. It, um, rocks! ;-)

DONATIONS REPORT NOW ONLINE

If you're not familiar with my compilations, a portion of the sale of each compilation benefits Celtic non-profits. I finally posted my Donation Report for 2012 and 2013. You can see all of the donations I made over the last two years and who the recipients were.

Donations are a little down during the last two years from 2011. That's because some of my super-popular albums on iTunes were replaced by other albums. It bums me out. But that's what marketing is all about. If each of you bought Victims of Irish Music or Irish Celtic Music today, the albums would rock to the top of the charts and we could donate even more to those Celtic non-profits.

Nevertheless, the albums are still selling extremely well. I'm donating over $2000 a year thanks to your generous purchases of these compilations. Thank you!

WEBSITE TROUBLES SLOWLY BEING RESOLVED

When last I wrote, I lamented my website troubles. I was trying to migrate my sites to a new web host... during one of the busiest seasons for a Celtic music publisher (pre-St Patrick's Day). That wasn't too bright!

Well, I decided to postpone this whole moving web host thing, for now at least. Whatever the case, I'm getting stuff back in order. You can now sign up to the all-new Song Henge, which is now merged with the Celtic Music CD Store.

NEW SPONSOR FOR THE IRISH & CELTIC MUSIC PODCAST

The best news of all right now is the sponsorship of the Irish Tourism Group. They are hosting a Trad Music Tour of Ireland this summer. I can't tell you how many people emailed me asking if I was doing a Celtic Invasion of Ireland this summer. Nope. We are going to Wales. So this sponsorship was perfect. The Irish Tourism Group has something extra special planned, something, I would LOVE to be a part of.

They're gonna take you to recitals, sessions, demonstrations of traditional Irish music and dance. This sounds really brilliant. Plus, they're hitting all the cool sites that I love in Ireland, like the Dingle Peninsula, The Cliffs of Moher and Gougane Barra.

Ah Gougane Barra! That was one of my favorite spots from my first trip. I remember beautiful hills, the cool air, the serenity that was only marred by the sound of sheep on the hills. It was spectacular. My friend Jamie and I still talk about how wonderful it was.

Anyway, if you want to take a trip to Ireland this summer, visit their website or call 1-877-298-7205 . Make sure you tell them that you found out about it through the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast.

MY NEWEST ALBUM TOPS THE CHARTS ON AMAZON

The last bit of news I want to share is about the official release of How America Saved Irish Music. All I can say is WOW! Thank you for your support of the album and my Top the Charts event. The album peaked at #1 on Amazon for British & Celtic Folk albums, #1 for Traditional Folk, and #1 for Miscellaneous. It hit #5 of all Folk albums and it climbed to #236 of ALL ALBUMS on Amazon. To me, that is BRILLIANT!

So again, thank you for your support of my album. And thank you to for generous support of the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast. YOU make it happen, and I love you for it!

Slainte!
Marc Gunn, The Celtfather

PS. Tomorrow is the last day you can vote for the best songs in the podcast last year. Next week, I will compile my Best Irish & Celtic Music of 2013 episode. Vote now.

Celtic Music Headlines

- Irish & Celtic Music Podcast #152 - Celtic Rock Invasion

- Irish & Celtic Music Podcast #151: A Brilliant Collection of Celtic Music

- Pub Songs Podcast #132: Earth-Shattering News from the Pub Songs Podcast

- See the 2013 Celtic Non-Profit Donation Report

- MP3: Raise a Glass by the Rolling Kings

- MP3: On the sea of Fleur De Lis by Burning Bridget Cleary

- MP3: The lilting Fisherman by Dolan

- MP3: Final Trawl by Hank Cramer

- Vote Celtic Podcast in Celtic Radio Music Awards!

- MP3: Death and taxes by Tiller’s Folly

- MP3: Mingulay Boat Song by Marc Gunn

- Celtic Music You May Enjoy from January 2014

- MP3: The Grey Funnel Line by Erin McNamee

- The Triumphant Return of Clannad

- Willson & McKee On This Day of Days

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NEW CELTIC CDS

Get Off Your Couch, O'Malley by The Fire Inside
The pursuit of a pint can be arduous, never mind adding the pursuit of female companionship into the concoction! Follow poor Sean O'Malley on his carbonated quest.

Airlooms by Donna Nomick
An Enchanting collection of Celtic and Classical Airs on Hammered Dulcimer, Fiddle, and Penny Whistle.

How America Saved Irish Music by Marc Gunn & Jamie Haeuser
The Irish diaspora shared Irish music with the world. America saved traditional Irish music and fused it with new life based on American rhythm and culture.

Broken Whistle by Broken Whistle
The sounds of Celtic folk music express a people's many fiery passions in a graceful, liquid way.

Melangell Teller Of Tales & Singer Of Songs by Angela Marston-Halifax
"A beautiful, soulful voice. It has such a timeless quality of storytelling & songs by firelight from the old-world.... long before our modern world, which is invaded by the TV and the internet."

And the Band Played On... the Early Years by The Larkin and Moran Brothers
Early recordings of the band that has become Chicago's most recognized name in Irish/Celtic Music

Compass by The Gothard Sisters
The long-anticipated sequel to 2011's "Story Girl," the Gothard Sisters' new album, Compass, is a Celtic-folk musical adventure weaving elements of celtic, folk, pop, rock and world influences with the sisters' signature youthful sprinkle of joyful exuberance, Mozart and fairy dust.

Wonders by S. J. Tucker
A fanciful collection of upbeat songs inspired by Catherynne M. Valente's novel, The Girl Who Circumnavigated Fairyland in a Ship of Her Own Making; guitar, cello, drums, flutes, fiddle and soaring female vocals guide this wild adventure.

Celtic-American by The Stubby Shillelaghs
Celtic and American styles come together in this unique album that features mashups, originals, nerdy songs, and more.

Ainneoin Na Stoirme (In Spite of the Storm) by Téada
2013 release from one of Ireland's finest traditional bands - Téada. Now featuring the breathtaking vocals of West Kerry's Séamus Begley, 2013 Traditional Singer of the Year (TG4 Ireland).

Here This Is Home by Colleen Raney
A collection of 11 songs from Ireland and Scotland from one of Celtic music's most evocative voices.

Willie Morrison's Farewell by Hugh Morrison
Traditional Celtic music played on the button accordion.

Irish Pub Songs Companion by Marc Gunn & the Dubliners' Tabby Cats
A cat walks into an Irish pub, climbs into the lap of the autoharp in the Irish seisun and falls asleep to some of the best traditional Irish songs.

Cumha by Brendan Ring
Beautiful Celtic music, including pibroch, traditional tunes and original compositions, played on the Gaelic clarsach (wire-strung harp).

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Support the Celtic Music Magazine

Here are 3 ways you can support the magazine, podcast and indie Celtic musicians:

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Best Irish & Celtic Music of 2013

CELTIC MUSIC MAGAZINE
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March 7, 2014 -- 20,000+ subscribers

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Announcing the Best Irish & Celtic Music of 2013

The countdown is full on. There's just ten more days until St. Patrick's Day. I have some big plans for St. Patrick's Week. It all starts next Monday. In the meantime, I finally finished recording the latest episode of the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast. It is th Best Irish & Celtic Music of 2013.

This whole year, I asked you to vote for your favorite songs in each show from last year. I compiled the results into an hour and half top 20 special highlighting your votes. Thank you for taking the time to make this great show.

DAILY CONCERTS FOR ST. PATRICK'S WEEK

Starting on Monday, March 10th, I'm holding daily concerts via Google Hangouts at 9am from Monday through Friday. Then I have my St. Patrick's Day shows at Beef O'Brady's on Friday evening and Five Points St. Patrick's Day Parade on Saturday afternoon here in Birmingham, Alabama.

A few days ago, I came up with the idea of doing a daily concert for the week before St. Patrick's Day. Then an idea struck me. Wouldn't it be amazing if we could organize a St Patrick's Week Internet Celtic Festival?!

Imagine your favorite Celtic musicians playing for you live online, some day next week. Wouldn't that be awesome!?

I would love to see that happen. Alas, I don't have the time to organize such an event this year... Do you?

If so, I would love to help you make it happen. We can use the Celtic Music Magazine as a place to post performance schedules all week long.

Will you help?

Either way, I hope you will join me on my YouTube page to watch my St. Patrick's Week performances from Monday through Friday at 9am.

17 CELTIC MUSIC DOWNLOADS FOR ST. PATRICK'S DAY

I have two more episodes of the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast coming out next week. On Friday, I will also send out the my annual article "17 Celtic Music Downloads for St. Patrick's Day". I peeked at the list that my assistant, Jan, compiled. It looks fantastic. You're in for a lot of great free music!

WANT TO GO TO IRELAND THIS YEAR?

The Irish Tourism Group is hosting three Trad Music Tours of Ireland. You will have an amazing adventure as they take you to recitals, sessions, demonstrations of traditional Irish music and dance featuring some of the greatest names in traditional music in Ireland today including renowned composer and producer Peadar O’Riada, Donnchadh Gough from the band Danu and Jack Talty a well-known concertina player, composer and producer. In Ballyvourney you will meet popular traditional Irish dance instructor Timmy ‘The Brit’ McCarthy and learn a few steps yourself.

You'll see Ireland like never before. Visit our sponsor's website
or call 1-877-298-7205.

Make sure you tell them that you found out about it through the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast.

Thank you for ALL of your kind and generous support of the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast. I hope you have a great week!

Slainte!
Marc Gunn, The Celtfather

PS. Looking for some Celtic rock for St. Patrick's Day? Check out The Secret World of Celtic Rock. You'll enjoy 19 tracks by some of the hottest indie Celtic bands online. It's available through the Celtic Music CD Store.

Celtic Music Headlines

- Irish & Celtic Music Podcast #153: Best Irish & Celtic Music of 2013

- Irish & Celtic Music Podcast #152 - Celtic Rock Invasion

- Pub Songs Podcast #134: Best Irish Pub Songs

- Pub Songs Podcast #133: St Patrick’s Day Irish Drinking Songs

- MP3: “The Maiden of Raven’s Hollow” by Lachlan

- Three Great Trad Music Tours of Ireland to Choose From

- ACG002: St Patrick’s Week With Live Shows Daily

- How America Saved Irish Music Now Available on CD

- Upgrading the Celtic Music CD Store to 320kbps

Free Green St. Patrick's Day Shirt When You Join!

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Become a Sainted Patron and you get: the Celtic Dragon t-shirt, your pick of one of my CDs, business cards that will save you money on CD purchases AND promote my music and podcast, stickers, your name on my Celtic Music Wall of Saints, and a LOT more!

Thank you so much for your kind support of the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast. If you haven't joined Song Henge, sign up today at http://songhenge.com

NEW CELTIC CDS

The Butcher Boy
by Jesse Ferguson
English-language folk songs presented with rich vocals and harmonies, combining traditional and contemporary folk influences.

Twa Corbies
by Celtic Mayhem
It's best described as Celtic music with and an "edge". Rockin Irish music to say the least. Toe-tappin', hand-clappin', foot-stompin' FUN. This new CD is by far the best. With a wild drive and sense of play, you won't get this music out of your head.

Songs My Father Sang
by Golden Bough
Margie Butler's lyrical vocals and fluid harp playing lay the groundwork for this collection of lovely Irish melodies and rousing, humorous pieces.

Pogue Mahone
by Shambolics
The Shambolics play raucous Celtic Rock with banjo, mandolin, accordion and various other instruments, if you want to dance the night away then party with the Shambolics.

Shantyman's Folly
by Whiskey Bay Rovers
A mix of pirate songs, traditional sea shanties, Irish drinking songs, and other songs of the sea; some done a cappella with up to six part harmonies, some with guitar, drum, penny whistle and recorder accompaniment.

The Piping Album
by Matt MacIsaac
This beautifully recorded solo bagpipe album by one of the world's best is a previously out-of-print, critically acclaimed record that immerses the listener in the near-surround sound of the drones and chanter as if one were playing the instrument.

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Support the Celtic Music Magazine

Here are 3 ways you can support the magazine, podcast and indie Celtic musicians:

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3. Forward this ezine to THREE friends

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17 Free Celtic MP3 Downloads for St. Patrick’s Day 2014

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St Patrick's Day Weekend Is Here!

Happy St. Patrick's Day!

I just finished the first annual St. Patrick's Day Internet Music Festival. The first festival was pretty small... just me. But next year... Just. You. Wait! I have some big plans.

In the meantime, I am excited to bring a whole bunch of awesome St. Patrick's Day music. Yesterday, I released show #154: Free St Patrick’s Day Music Playlist of 2014 of the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast. It's already getting an incredible response.

Now, you can download every single song in that show with my annual article.--"17 Celtic Mp3s for St. Patrick's Day".

But before I get to that, check out our sponsor!

WANT TO GO TO IRELAND THIS YEAR?

You'll see Ireland like never before. Visit our sponsor's website
or call 1-877-298-7205.

Make sure you tell them that you found out about it through the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast.

17 Free Celtic MP3 Downloads for St. Patrick’s Day 2014

The Luck o’the Irish is with you. Because today, you’re gonna get a whole bunch of free St. Patrick’s Day MP3s. This comes courtesy of Celtic Music Magazine, the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast and each of these incredible bands below who so graciously offered their music as free Celtic music downloads.

A Celtic Music Radio Show that Will Make You Quit Radio

The Irish & Celtic Music Podcast is the #1 Celtic podcast online. It has over 7,000 subscribers and receives over 100,000 downloads each and every month. In fact, it’s been downloaded over nine million times!!! It also won two awards for Best Podsafe Music in the Podcast Awards. The show comes out every couple weeks and has a passionate fan base, called Song Hengers, who receive even more free Celtic MP3s by supporting the podcast.

If you’re not familiar with podcasts, just think of a radio show, like Thistle & Shamrock, that you can download to your computer or listen online any time of the day and at your leisure. It’s a brilliant tool for discovering new Irish and Celtic music.

You can subscribe through one of these links below:

Is this St. Patrick’s Day Music Really Free?

I started giving away 17 awesome Celtic MP3s for St. Patrick’s Day in 2005. That makes this is the tenth edition of this article. Each year, more and more people download these free St. Patrick’s Day MP3s. So YES! This is absolutely free!

Every year, a bunch of Celtic bands submit MP3s to the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast. Many give me permission to add some of their songs to Song Henge, the fan club and free Celtic music archive I mentioned above. When St. Patrick’s Day rolls around, we collect some of our favorite Celtic MP3s from the year into one giant zip file and give you permission to download the album entirely for free. It’s sort of like a best of the year sampler for Song Henge.

Best of all, you don’t need to subscribe to anything
to get the free St. Patrick’s Day music downloads!

All you have to do is click the link below!

What’s the catch?

My goal in giving away free Irish music is to help of the bands featured on the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast and the Celtic Music Magazine to find new fans. These bands want you to hear their music. With any luck, you will start following them. Then maybe see a show. Then buy every CD they ever release. Yes, we’re in it for the long term to make new Celtic music fans for these awesome bands.

So if you find a track by a band you love, then please, please, please, do the following…

Go to the band’s website
Listen to their music
Join their mailing list
Buy their CDs, digital downloads or swag, if you can
And then, TELL A FRIEND

That’s all we ask. We want you to start enjoying well over an hour of great free Celtic MP3s for St. Patrick’s Day right now!

How to Download Your Free Celtic MP3s for St. Patrick’s Day

The music is all easily compiled into one large ZIP file. To download,

Right-click the link below.
“Save as” to the folder you choose.
Then unzip the file.

Download: 17 Free Celtic MP3s for St Patrick’s Day 2014 (ZIP file, 97 MB)

Again, if you enjoy the music, please show your support of the bands you enjoy. See their shows. Buy their CDs and swag. You can also download music from all of these artists from Amazon, iTunes or CD Baby.

17 Free St. Patrick’s Day Music Downloads

Rathkeltair, http://www.rathkeltair.com
from 8
The Ballad of Colonel John Macintosh

Kevin McCormack, http://kevinmccormackmusic.com
from An Emigrant’s Letter
Come My Little Son

The Shams, http://www.theshamseire.com
from Go On Home Boys
Cruel Sister

La Unica, http://www.launicamusic.com
from La Unica
Irish Rock Song #4

The Gothard Sisters, http://www.gothardsisters.com
from Compass
Flying Sails

Finvarra, http://www.finvarramusic.com
from Finvarra
Kelpie-Cliffs of Moher

Jack Carey http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=edfNeMIm2Jk
from The Emigrants Story
The Emigrants Story

Vicki Swan & Jonny Dyer, http://www.swan-dyer.co.uk
from Red House
Rambling Shuiler

Tea Merchants, https://www.reverbnation.com/theteamerchants
from Gaslights Snaps
Frogg Polkas

Burning Bridget Cleary, http://burningbridgetcleary.com
from Pressed for Time
Ballad of Tim Evans

Marc Gunn, http://www.marcgunn.com/
from Scottish Songs of Drinking & Rebellion
Loch Tay Boat Song

Telenn Tri, http://www.telenntri.com/
from Telenn Tri
An Andro

The Rogues, http://therogues.com
from Live in Canada, Eh?
Cullen Anderson

The Fire Inside, http://www.thefireinsideceltic.com
from Strike the Match
Dulaman

Baroque & Hungry, http://baroqueandhungry.com
from Mended
The Road to Lisdoonvarna

Gwilym Morus, http://welshmythology.com
from Awena
Eryri

Heather Dale, http://heatherdale.com/
from My Celtic Heart
Star of the County Down

Thank you for ALL of your kind and generous support of the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast. I hope you have a great week!

Slainte!
Marc Gunn, The Celtfather

Celtic Music Headlines

- Irish & Celtic Music Podcast #154: Free St Patrick’s Day Music Playlist of 2014

- Irish & Celtic Music Podcast #153: Best Irish & Celtic Music of 2013

- Pub Songs Podcast #138: Fun St. Patrick’s Day Songs

- Pub Songs Podcast #137: St Patrick’s Day Early Morning Party

- Pub Songs Podcast #136: St Patrick’s Day Internet Music Festival

- Pub Songs Podcast #135: St. Patrick’s Day Pub Songs Playlist

- 17 Free Celtic MP3 Downloads for St. Patrick’s Day 2014

- Review: “The Butcher Boy” by Jesse Ferguson

- Video: How St. Patrick’s Day Launched a Free Irish Music Empire

- “The Wearing of the Green”

- What Are the Best St Patrick’s Day Songs for Kids?

-MP3: “Eryri” by Gwilym Morus

Free St. Patrick's Day CD When You Join!

Join Song Henge. Join today and you'll get a free autographed copy of my CD Not Every Day Is St. Patrick's Day.
Become a Sainted Patron and you get: the Celtic Dragon t-shirt, your pick of one of my CDs, business cards that will save you money on CD purchases AND promote my music and podcast, stickers, your name on my Celtic Music Wall of Saints, and a LOT more!

Thank you so much for your kind support of the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast. If you haven't joined Song Henge, sign up today at http://songhenge.com

Support the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast
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Support the Celtic Music Magazine

Here are 3 ways you can support the magazine, podcast and indie Celtic musicians:

1. Visit the links provided
2. Buy a CD or MP3s, or donate to a band
3. Forward this ezine to THREE friends

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Celtic Music Spotlight, Super Fast New Website

CELTIC MUSIC MAGAZINE
The Home of Indie Celtic Music Online
April 5, 2014 -- 20,000+ subscribers
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Celtic Music Magazine is the official newsletter of the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast. It is a monthly publication of Celtic music, news and culture by Celtic musician and podcast host, Marc Gunn. We are changing your world with Celtic music!

Celtic Music Spotlight

My new media empire is growing. Thanks to St. Patrick's Day, I finally broke through the video barrier. I wanted to record videos four years ago, but the technology was just too expensive and difficult to use. Now at last, I'm making videos with Google Hangouts and with my new video show--Celtic Music Spotlight.

I love that I can put the spotlight on indie Celtic bands. Earlier today, I was listening to Fiona Ritche's Thistlepod. That's her podcast that works in conjunction with her famous radio show Thistle & Shamrock. I haven't bothered with the podcast because all she did was post clips of songs from the actual show. With her long-running show and reputation, she could easily have the biggest podcast online. I guess I should be thankful, huh?

Anyway, she posted some interviews on her podcast that caught my eye. One was with Solas. I think it too was a snippet, but it made me realize that I now have the technology to do interviews. This gives me another chance to promote independent Celtic bands who don't have a record label like Solas has to promote their music. Instead, we do it the indie DIY way.

I'm brainstorming what form these interviews will take. In the meantime, stay subscribed for details to come. If you missed show #155, the Great St. Patrick's Day Music Extravaganza, then give it a listen. A new show will be online soon.

PODCAST MOVED TO NEW, FASTER-THAN-EVER SERVER!

I spent this whole year talking about moving the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast to a new server. I just now figured out WHY I needed one. It wasn't just the spammers who were using up all my web resources and forcing my web host to temporarily shut off my website. It turns out the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast had grown too big for the shared hosting it was on.

Okay, I sort of realized it earlier. I just didn't want to accept it. For good reason too. You see, the price of a good dedicated server is about ten times that of a shared server. But it was necessary.

Last week, I successfully migrated the website (and a few others of mine) to a new, fast server. It's now running at mock 11. A big thanks to my awesome web host, Lunarpages, who made the transition so perfectly smooth.

The downside of this migration is the price. As I said, it costs ten times as much as a basic server. Now, the show costs me about $650 per month (see the expenses) to run.

So let me send a HUGE THANKS to all of my Song Hengers. Your membership to the fan club makes an extra BIG difference. I have a family. So even $200 a month is a lot for me. But $650?! Wow!

If you love the podcast, there's no better day to subscribe. Because you will get not only all the great free content you've enjoyed for nearly ten years, but you will also get an Irish & Celtic Music Podcast coffee mug.

I guess you could say the podcast now offers two great ways to wake up in the morning! ;)

WANT TO GO TO IRELAND THIS YEAR?

You'll see Ireland like never before. Visit our sponsor's website
or call 1-877-298-7205.

Make sure you tell them that you found out about it through the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast.

Thanks as always for you kindness. So smile. You are awesome and make me happy. I hope I can do the same for you.

Slainte!
Marc Gunn, The Celtfather

PS. I setup a new resource page on the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast website. Give it a look. And enjoy lots more of my great Celtic content.

Celtic Music Headlines

- Irish & Celtic Music Podcast #155: The Great St Patrick’s Day Music Playlist Extravaganza 2014

- Irish & Celtic Music Podcast #154: Free St Patrick’s Day Music Playlist of 2014

- Celtic Music Spotlight on Burning Bridget Cleary and Gwilym Morus

- Marc Gunn videos: 1st Annual St. Patrick's Day Internet Music Festival

- The Celtic Geek: This NEW PODCAST by Marc Gunn is the town crier for both kinds of entertainment Celtic AND Geek. Find out what I am working on each and every Monday morning in a short, ten-minute talk show format.

- MP3: “My Lagan Love” by Deborah Henriksson

- MP3: “Liz Power” by Michael Albert and Henry Lebedinsky

- Review: “JAM” by Tattie Jam

- Concert Review: An Evening with Danu

- Review: “Sonic Travels” by Star Edwards and KingBeat

- Four St. Patrick’s Day Irish Music Gifts For You

- 17 Free Celtic MP3 Downloads for St. Patrick’s Day 2014

- Review: “The Butcher Boy” by Jesse Ferguson

- “The Wearing of the Green”

- MP3: “Eryri” by Gwilym Morus

Free Podcast Coffee Cup When You Join!

Join Song Henge. Sign up in April and you will get a free Irish & Celtic Music Podcast coffee mug to start your day off right!
Become a Sainted Patron and you get: the Celtic Dragon t-shirt, your pick of one of my CDs, business cards that will save you money on CD purchases AND promote my music and podcast, stickers, your name on my Celtic Music Wall of Saints, and a LOT more!

Thank you so much for your kind support of the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast. If you haven't joined Song Henge, sign up today at http://songhenge.com

NEW CELTIC CDS

Wish
by Poitín
Traditional and creative, original and pure, award-winning Celtic music, songs old and new, jigs, polkas and reels too.

Set Dances for Irish Dancing, Vol. 10
by Sean O’Brien
Set Dances for Irish Dancing is the latest creation from one of the world’s leading exponents of Irish Dance Music, Sean O’Brien. Volume 10 contains 3 own choice set dances, each recorded at the 7 most commonly performed speeds.

The Piping Album
by Matt MacIsaac
This beautifully recorded solo bagpipe album by one of the world’s best is a previously out-of-print, critically acclaimed record that immerses the listener in the near-surround sound of the drones and chanter as if one were playing the instrument.

Songs of Scotland
by Golden Bough
A delightful blend of traditional and more contemporary Celtic arrangements.

Seisiún
by Seisiún
Fiddle, banjo, whistle, bodhrán, guitar and bouzouki, performing the most amazing traditional Irish music. They are from Costa Rica, and you will not believe what you’re hearing!

Trí
by Tullamore Celtic Band
This third CD from Tullamore Celtic Band showcases the full range of this trio’s instrumental and vocal versatility and virtuosity. From a stately O’Carolan Air to a rousing unaccompanied rendition of Boozin’, This new CD has it all.

Every Day Above Ground
by The Fighting Jamesons
New age Celtic/ Irish Rock with traditional influences with a modern day approach.

Up to the Bar
by The Derby Boys
Classic up-beat Irish pub songs, including an Irish Rebel song, two beautiful ballads, and two high-spirited originals

Twa Corbies
by Celtic Mayhem
It’s best described as Celtic music with and an “edge”. Rockin Irish music to say the least. Toe-tappin’, hand-clappin’, foot-stompin’ FUN. This new CD is by far the best. With a wild drive and sense of play, you won’t get this music out of your head.

Tell You in Earnest
by Matt and Shannon Heaton
Traditional and updated Irish “Dialogue Ballads.” (Each song is a conversation between two people). Bright instrumental work, mild Thai spices and a whisper “trad” electric guitar sparkle.

Bayou Curious
by Poor Man’s Fortune
Breton, Scottish, French & original music, even more original ideas, a large dose of Cajun spice, a high-energy rhythm section… “New World Music from the Old World”

The Nautical Bits
by Druidsong
this album is Celtic themed, featuring songs from and about the sea. ALong with those, there are songs of love and humor, bringing gthe Celtic world view to life.

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Support the Celtic Music Magazine

Here are 3 ways you can support the magazine, podcast and indie Celtic musicians:

1. Visit the links provided
2. Buy a CD or MP3s, or donate to a band
3. Forward this ezine to THREE friends

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Thunderstorm Reels and Jigs

The Home of Indie Celtic Music Online
April 30, 2014
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Celtic Music Magazine is the official newsletter of the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast. It is a 2-3 times per month publication of Celtic music, news and culture by Celtic musician and podcast host, Marc Gunn. We want to change your world with Celtic music!

Thunderstorms Reels and Jigs

There were thunderstorms rolling through North Alabama as I recorded the latest episode of the podcast--#157: Fizzy Pop Celtic Reels. It seems funny to me how people get worried when the storms come in. I know they worry about tornados. Birmingham has good reason. My neighborhood suffered a lot of damage from one such tornado just days before we moved in. And as a father, I think twice about safety.

Nevertheless, the storms just make me excited and happy. I could almost hear a fizzy pop reel rockin' the kitchen as storms crashed down last night? Can you picture it? I think the world needs an album of thunderstorm reels and jigs. That'd be awesome!

Speaking of reels and jigs, I just got a small cache of CDs from Poitin, the award-winning Celtic group from the Czech Republic. You can hear one of their tunes on episode #156: Open the Gates of Celtic Music of the podcast.

I worked out a special deal with the band. Join Song Henge in May and you will get a copy of Poitin's newest CD, Wish, as a free gift...while supplies last. Yes. This offer is only good for the first 10 people to join. So sign up today to get your copy of this awesome CD.

If you were excited to see my first video show, the Celtic Music Spotlight, I hope you will be patient with me. I am still planning episodes, but time has been against me recently. With any luck, I will publish a new episode next week.

INTRODUCING THE CELTIC GEEK

Meanwhile, my new solo podcast, The Celtic Geek, is a tremendous success. This podcast is the town crier for both kinds of entertainment--Celtic AND Geek. This is my first venture into the world of non-music-centric podcasts. Every Monday, I offer updates about what's going on with my Celtic music empire. Then I talk about all things Celtic and/or Geek. And by "geek", I mean science fiction or fantasy. Later in the week, I publish a second show which covers thoughts on various topics.

The response is overwhelming. I'm never shy of content. I have a TON of awesome things to promote, and I LOVE promoting things that I LOVE!

If you like Celtic music and science fiction, then you might be a Celtic Geek. Check out the show.

DID YOU CHECK OUT THE TRAD MUSIC TOURS OF IRELAND

With the release of show #156, the sponsorship of Irish Tourism Groups' Trad Music Tours of Ireland came to an end. I was very excited about that sponsorship. I feel like a vacation tour business is the perfect sponsor for the podcast. But is it worth it for them? Does it interest you?

I would love your thoughts and feedback. Did you check out their website and look over their vacation package? If so, what did you think? If not, why not? Did the idea of the tour not interest you? What kind of vacation tour of Ireland does interest you?

If you want to check it out one last time, then visit http://www.irishtourism.com/celticmusicpodcast

And of course if you sign up, make sure you mention the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast.

Once again, I want to thank you. The podcast and magazine would be nothing without your smiling face listening and reading them. You are the reason why I want to change your world with Celtic music. I hope I may inspire you with Celtic joy

Slainte!
Marc Gunn, The Celtfather

PS. Would you like to inspire Celts and help Celtic bands? Join our team of writers. We'd love to have your articles and reviews on the website. Email editor@celticmp3s.com. In the subject, put CELT MAG WRITER. Thanks!

PPS. If you're in a Celtic band and want to be featured, submit your band information at http://celticmp3s.com/submit/

Celtic Music Headlines

- Irish & Celtic Music Podcast#157: Fizzy Pop Celtic Reels

- Irish & Celtic Music Podcast#156: Open the Gates of Celtic Music

- Celtic Music Spotlight on New Shilling

- Review: “Black & Blue” by Trinity River Whalers

- Irish Music Show Legend Begins

- Review: “Pressed for Time” by Burning Bridget Cleary

- Review: “First Highland Watch” by First Highland Watch

- Concert Review: Archie Fisher & Garnet Rogers

- Black 47 Bids Adieu

- Review: The Journey So Far: The Best of Loreena McKennitt

- Tartan Day

Free Annual Gift When You Join!

There are now two different membership levels. The $45 level will get you full access to Song Henge. The $60 level will get you a new gift evey year.
Join Song Henge. Sign up in May in you will get a free copy of Poitin's newest CD Wish.
Become a Sainted Patron and you get: the Celtic Dragon t-shirt, your pick of one of my CDs, business cards that will save you money on CD purchases AND promote my music and podcast, stickers, your name on my Celtic Music Wall of Saints, and a LOT more!

Thank you so much for your kind support of the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast. If you haven't joined Song Henge, sign up today at http://songhenge.com

NEW CELTIC CDS

http://celticmp3s.com/category/new-celtic-cds/

Songs from Twisting River
by West of Eden
“The Best of Contemporary Folk” Irish Music Magazine
Genre: Folk: British Folk
Release Date: 2014

Songs of Clare, Vol. 1
by Dick Hogan
One of irelands best known and most popular singers. On the scene now for almost 45 yrs. Regarded widely as a most unique singer with an extraordinary repertoir of unusual songs. John o regan, the well known critic for BBC and RTE radio, and various folk magazines described it as a staggeringly brilliant collection and urged everyone to hear it. The best Irish album for years by John Kelly, RTE television and Paddy Kinnane of Kerry radio Irelands greatest comical traditional singer by Jimmy Crowley of the “Cork Evening Echo” Probably the last of a line of very rare and very special breed. The whole Hogan Collection is an awe inspiring and incredible achievement, tradconnect.com.
Genre: Folk: Irish Traditional
Release Date: 2013

Under a Red Sky Night
by Martin Tourish
The long awaited album of new compositions in the Celtic/ Irish traditional style featuring virtuosic, colorful arrangements that mirror the Donegal hills for their peaks and glens. Complimented by a stellar cast of some of Ireland’s best known artists.
Genre: World: Celtic
Release Date: 2014

Somewhere Along the Road
by Runa
Innovative and award-winning Celtic Roots Music
Genre: Folk: Contemporary Celtic
Release Date: 2012

A Timely Misadventure
by Flashpoint
EP of rockin’ Irish tunes by the hottest young Celtic band to come out of Dallas.
Genre: Folk: Irish Contemporary
Release Date: 2014

Live At the Thomas Family Winery
by Highland Reign
Scots-American Progressive Folk Rock!! This album was recorded live at the Thomas Family Winery in Madison Indiana! Highland Reign always has an awesome crowd at the Winery!! Bagpipes, Guitar, Fiddle and Bodhran!!
Genre: World: Celtic
Release Date: 2013

Dancing in the Sky
by Coracree
An upbeat blend of traditional Celtic, old time, European and original music for dancing and singing – sometimes both at once!
Genre: Folk: Contra Dance
Release Date: 2013

Off the Edge of the Earth
by The Doll Sisters
The second musical offering from this fiery Celtic Americana duo is surprising, addictive, and fierce.
Genre: Folk: Celtic Folk
Release Date: 2014

Journeyman
by Gerry O’Connor
Irish Traditional fiddle playing at it’s best ! a varied album of reels, highlands, jigs , and two haunting slow airs
Genre: Folk: Irish Traditional
Release Date: 2009

Closer to the Top of the World
by Carroll Brown
Another great album of Irish music. Acoustic style, some traditional, popular and original songs.
Genre: World: Celtic
Release Date: 2013

And the Sheep Shall Inherit the Earth… By Force
by Supersonic Tartan Death Machine
This Electro-Celtic/Alt-Rock Concept Album depicts a dystopian, futuristic world where humanity is taken to its limits by a massive army of ruminants. Yes, the SHEEP have risen, led by the nefarious “General Scrapie”, and they are taking over the world!
Genre: World: Celtic
Release Date: 2014

The Sound of Sleat
by The Sound of Sleat
The sound of the rich blend of ancient instruments in these seasoned musicians’ hands, captures the vibrancy, subtlety, and excitement of Celtic music. Original and imaginative interpretations of traditional Irish and Scottish tunes and songs.
Genre: Folk: Celtic Folk
Release Date: 2013

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Support the Celtic Music Magazine

Here are 3 ways you can support the magazine, podcast and indie Celtic musicians:

1. Visit the links provided
2. Buy a CD or MP3s, or donate to a band
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Copyright 2000-2014 Marc Gunn

Celtic Brunch

CELTIC MUSIC MAGAZINE
The Home of Indie Celtic Music Online
May 20, 2014
http://www.celticmp3s.com/

Celtic Music Magazine is the official newsletter of the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast. It is a 2-3 times per month publication of Celtic music, news and culture by Celtic musician and podcast host, Marc Gunn. We want to change your world with Celtic music!

Greetings

With just two days left until I kick off my Celtic Invasion of Wales, I knew I had to finish an episode of the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast. You can now join me for a Celtic Music for Brunch.

Mother Egan's Irish Pub in Austin used to have a Celtic Brunch. The Tea Merchants played there every week for at least a year. It was a great way to get your toes tapping after church on Sunday. I still miss those events every time I turn on one of their albums. This show doesn't feature The Tea Merchants, however, members of the group do show up on the track by Jonathan Milton, another Austin Celtic musician.

This show will get your toes tapping. So stay tuned for more great Celtic music. If I can get it done in time, I plan to have a show that will be released on June 1st, the day I return from Wales... Cross your fingers for me.

MARC GUNN'S KICKSTARTER FOR SCI FI DRINKING SONGS

Twelve days ago, I released a new Kickstarter for my album Sci Fi Drinking Songs. I already reached my goal. Now I'm hoping to reach my first financial stretch goal. If I reach it, I plan to publish a booklet with more information about the album. You'll find songs inspired by Doctor Who, Firefly, Star Trek, Star Wars, and Lord of the Rings. If you like Celtic music and science fiction or fantasy, then check out the album at http://marcgunn.com/kickstarter.

Thanks so much for all your awesome support of my music. I will talk to you when I get home in June.

Slainte!
Marc Gunn, The Celtfather

PS. If you want to keep up with how the trip is going, then make sure you check out The Celtic Geek. That's my personal podcast of news and information. I hope to do a daily show while I'm in Wales. Subscribe or listen online at http://www.celtfather.com.

Celtic Music Headlines

- Irish & Celtic Music Podcast #158: Celtic Music for Brunch

- MP3: “Irish Up” by The Gleasons

- Top 5 Celtic Music Magazine Blogs of April 2014

- The Legend Continues with Show #2

- Review: “Oceans of Fire” by Celtica: Pipes Rock

Join the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast Fan Club

Thank you so much for your kind support of the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast. If you haven't joined Song Henge, sign up today at http://songhenge.com

NEW CELTIC CDS

New Celtic CDs from The Buachaills, Sasta, Michael Fitzpatrick, Jeremy Sherman, Chicago Police Dept, Paul McGlinchey, Samantha Robichaud, Allan Yn Y Fan, Anthony Harding, Goitse, Martyn Wylde, Mari Black, Smitty’s Kitchen, Aoife Granville. See all of these albums at http://celticmp3s.com/category/new-celtic-cds/

At Your Call
by The Buachaills
“Taking trad into the 21st century” Shay Healy. “Sounds so unique yet so contemporary that you can play it in your car stereo or anywhere. ” celticmusicfan.com
Genre: Folk: Contemporary Celtic
Release Date: 2014

Tall Tales and Misadventures
by Goitse
Contagiously energetic Irish Music played by award-winning musicians. This album fuses original compositions with traditional Irish melodies and songs.
Genre: Folk: Irish Traditional
Release Date: 2014

The Child Ballads, Vol. 1
by Martyn Wylde
The Child Ballads are a collection of stories, distilled to their essence and set to song. Genuinely unpretentious, but when presented by a true “singer of songs” such as Martyn Wylde, these songs achieve new vitality.
Genre: Folk: British Folk
Release Date: 2014

Boys of the Town
by Paul McGlinchey
Traditional Irish music on the concert flute from three-time All-Ireland winner
Genre: Folk: Irish Traditional
Release Date: 2011

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Support the Celtic Music Magazine

Here are 3 ways you can support the magazine, podcast and indie Celtic musicians:

1. Visit the links provided
2. Buy a CD or MP3s, or donate to a band
3. Forward this ezine to THREE friends

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Copyright 2000-2014 Marc Gunn

Celtic Music Podcast Goes Weekly

CELTIC MUSIC MAGAZINE
The Home of Indie Celtic Music Online
June 28, 2014
http://www.celticmp3s.com/

Celtic Music Magazine is the official newsletter of the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast. It is a 2-3 times per month publication of Celtic music, news and culture by Celtic musician and podcast host, Marc Gunn. We want to change your world with Celtic music!

Greetings

Are you keeping an eye on your Irish & Celtic Music Podcast feed? If so, then you probably noticed something awesome. The Podcast is now a WEEKLY show!

I came home from my Celtic Invasion of Wales with a bug to kick the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast into overdrive. I wanted a weekly show, just like my Celtic Geek podcast. So I polled my Song Hengers to figure out when I should release the show. Then I started publishing. There are four new episodes since I last published this newsletter! FOUR!

The latest is even themed. I made it fast-paced so you can work out with it--Workout With Celtic Music. Let me know how good it is for your workout. Then check back in EVERY WEDNESDAY for a new edition of the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast

WELCOME TO OUR NEW REVIEWERS

The Celtic Music Magazine is always on the look out for Celtic music lovers who want to write reviews and articles to make the magazine better than ever. I am pleased to add some new reviewers to the website.

A special welcome to Rhonda Eudaly, Jack Baruzzini, Lloyd Clark, and Steven Ward. Keep an eye on the website for even more new reviews.

If you'd like to join my team of reviewers, then email me at editor@celticmp3s.com with Celtic Reviewer in the subject line. I'd love to have you join us.

BECOME A PATREON OF CELTIC MUSIC

You can become a Patron of the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast through my new Patreon page.

For nine years, I published between 1-2 episodes per month. That came out to about 20 podcast episodes per year. This year, I want to do more. You can help insure that it happens. Become a patron of the podcast.

Patreon is one of the coolest crowdfunding sites I've seen for regular content creators like me. It puts the power in YOUR HANDS. You can make a donation to the podcast per episode released. If you make a $1 donation per episode and I only release one episode, then you only pay $1. You see, there's now a financial incentive for me to release more than one show per month.

It also benefits you. Your contribution means you're getting more shows than ever. You'll be able to download the show sometimes as early as Monday (as soon as it is finished) for just one buck an episode. You'll have early access. Donate $5 or more and you'll get to pick one MP3 from the show that I will send to you.

Best of all, if I raise $250 per episode, I will start donating 10% of the money back to Celtic non-profits. I've already raised $20,000 thanks to my compilation CDs. Just imagine how much more good we can do if I'm donating an extra $100 a month. That's an additional $1200 a year more than the 2-4 grand I'm already donating.

All in all, Patreon is one cool site. I hope you will consider supporting the podcast by making a Patreon donation.

But Remember, if you don't have the money to do so, don't sweat it. The Irish & Celtic Music Podcast has been and ever shall be a free show. It's mostly about promoting indie Celtic bands. So just keep listening and enjoying the music.

If you'd like to find out how to donate, go to http://celticmusicpodcast.com/patreon

I hope you're having a great Celtic Summer!

Slainte!
Marc Gunn, The Celtfather

Celtic Music Headlines

Irish & Celtic Music Podcast

- #162: Workout with Rockin’ Celtic Music

- #161: Irish Coffee

- #160: Mist Covered Mountains of Donegal

- #159: Farewell Whisky ‘n Wales

The Celtic Geek

- CG032: What Is Celtic Music?

- CG031: What Is Indie Celtic Music?

- Listen to an Audio Tour of the Celtic Invasion of Wales

Reviews

- Review: Flashpoint “A Timely Misadventure”

- Review: “The Road Home” by Get Up Jack

- Review: The Modest Revolution by Enter The Haggis

- Review: “Here This is Home” by Colleen Raney

- Concert Review: Luka Bloom – The Head and Heart Tour

Join the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast Fan Club

Song Henge is the official fan club of the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast. When you join, you not only get the pleasure of knowing you are supporting the promotion of independent Celtic music, bu you also gain access to Song Henge and hours of Celtic music downloads.

Every month, I email you an album of about 15-20 MP3s. That's between 5-7 indie Celtic bands with 1-3 songs per artist. You can download the album, sample the songs, listen and decide which artists you want to support. It's a great way to find more Celtic music to enjoy.

Thank you so much for your generous support of the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast. If you want to find out more, visit the website for more great benefits and a free sample album. www.songhenge.com

NEW CELTIC CDS

New Celtic CDs from Runa, The Yanks, Michael Fitzpatrick, Leaping Lulu, Whiskey Sunday, Ruth Keggin. See all of these albums at http://celticmp3s.com/category/new-celtic-cds/

Current Affairs
by Runa
Multi Award-Winning Celtic Roots music group - fourth studio release
Genre: Folk: Celtic Folk
Release Date: 2014

Haymaker
by The Yanks
Double CD from NYC-based Irish traditional band
Genre: Folk: Irish Traditional
Release Date: 2014

Celtic Night Live
by Leaping Lulu
From traditional Celtic songs to lively reels & jigs, come celebrate our tenth anniversary of Celtic Night. Lots of fast & furious fiddle & flute, fabulous male vocals, and rhythm guitar supported by traditional Irish drum and percussion.
Genre: Folk: Celtic Folk
Release Date: 2014

Holy Water
by Whiskey Sunday
You'll hear references of older times with bittersweet stories hidden in joyful harmonies. The combination of harp & fiddle produce an antique effect in a modern group. Music that asks you to pour something single malt, sit on the porch, & sip reverently.
Genre: Folk: Folk-Rock
Release Date: 2014

Sheear
by Ruth Keggin
A live studio recording featuring an eclectic mix of traditional and contemporary Manx Gaelic songs, arranged in a fresh and imaginative way. "A singer of real range and depth, capable of soaring from warm lows to clear highs" - fRoots magazine
Genre: Folk: Celtic Folk
Release Date: 2014

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Support the Celtic Music Magazine

Here are 3 ways you can support the magazine, podcast and indie Celtic musicians:

1. Visit the links provided
2. Buy a CD or MP3s, or donate to a band
3. Forward this ezine to THREE friends

Want Your Music Featured?
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Copyright 2000-2014 Marc Gunn

6 New Celtic MP3s for You to Download

CELTIC MUSIC MAGAZINE
The Home of Indie Celtic Music Online
July 28, 2014
http://www.celticmp3s.com/

Celtic Music Magazine is the official newsletter of the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast. It is a 2-3 times per month publication of Celtic music, news and culture by Celtic musician and podcast host, Marc Gunn. We want to change your world with Celtic music!

Greetings

What a great summer it's been! I've had lots of gigs at farmer's markets, house concerts, festivals, and I even played at The Irish House in New Orleans. There, my 3-year old daughter got up on stage and shamelessly sang "Let It Go!" from the movie Frozen. She definitely has my dramatic flare on stage. I'm gonna bet she'll sing all the way to the beach this weekend.

The new weekly format of the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast is running beautifully. I have a great working schedule. On Monday, I download new submissions and give them a listen. Then I start compiling the latest show. I record it and immediately upload it so my Patrons at the new Patreon site can download and start listening two days before it is officially released on Wednesday morning. The system isn't perfect, but so far [knock on wood], every Wednesday morning episode has been on time!

Right now, I have 10 patrons contributing $26 per episode. That's amazing! A special thanks to those Patrons!

This means I am just $4 an episode away from reaching my first Milestone Goal. When I do, I will release Seasons 2 and 3 of the podcast as ZIP files for easy downloading. Right now, you can download Season 1 as a free gift.

If you'd like to support me on Patreon. I would be very grateful. All you need to do is pledge $1 per episode to make a difference. Support me at http://celticmusicpodcast.com/patreon/

REVIEWERS STILL WANTED

We had a LOT of great reviews this month on the Celtic Music Magazine. However, I would like to add two more reviewers to my team to make sure all of these awesome Celtic bands get the recognition they deserve. Do you want to help?

Here's what you will need to do:

1. You will need to be on Facebook. That's where I distribute reviews.

2. You need to be a self-starter and willing to create content.

3. You will need to be a good writer and self-editor.

If you'd like to join my team of reviewers, then email me at editor@celticmp3s.com with Celtic Reviewer in the subject line. I'd love to have you join us.

WHEN DID YOU FIRST HEAR THE TERM "CELTIC MUSIC"?

I posted an interesting question this week on Facebook. I've been enjoying the responses:

When did you first hear the term "Celtic music"?

Did you hear of Irish music and Scottish music first or were the names always synonymous?

Post your response here or email me: https://www.facebook.com/celticpodcast/posts/737748929600558

Finally, I am super happy to announce that Omer Riff is back to posting MP3s on the website. We have SIX new Celtic MP3s this week. All of them are 100% free. So follow the links below to download.

Enjoy the rest of your summer.

Slainte!
Marc Gunn, The Celtfather

PS. I plan to migrate this mailing list to a new email server because I haven't really seen how the reverbnation list was any better. So in the coming weeks, I will email you with instructions on how you can move to the new mailing list. If you want to get started now, here are the two things you will need to do:

1. Go to http://celticmp3s.com/subscribe/ to join the new list.

2. You will receive an email confirmation. Click that the link and you will be subscribed.

NOTE: To avoid any problems, you should add a filter to your email client. Add editor@celticmp3s.com as a contact. Then create a filter that puts that email address straight into your inbox. If you have questions, feel free to email me. Just tell me first what email program you use.

3. Scroll to the bottom of this mailing list and click the unsubscribe link. It's instant and easy.

That's it. You're all set. And thank you for your continued membership to the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast and the Celtic Music Magazine!

Celtic Music Headlines

Irish & Celtic Music Podcast - http://celticmusicpodcast.com/

#166: Celtic Dinner Party

#165: Celtic Celebration

#164: Sailing the Dark Windy Seas

#163: Homesick for Ireland

The Celtic Geek - http://celtfather.com

CG036: Celtic Music News Flash

Reviews - http://celticmp3s.com/category/cd_reviews/

Review: “The O’Carolan Songwriter’s Project” by Candace Corrigan

Review: “The Guinness Situation” by The Canny Brothers Band

Review: Broken Man by Erin’s Guild

Review: Celtica Pipes Rock – Legends and Visions

Review: Socks In The Frying Pan

Review: “Wish” by Poitin

Celtic MP3s - http://celticmp3s.com/category/free_celtic_mp3s/

MP3: “Fizzbuzz” by Nua

MP3: “Wild rover” by Whiskey Bay Rovers

MP3: “The Road to Lisdoonvarna” by Baroque & Hungry

MP3: “Las Vegas (In the Hills of Donegal)” by Get Up Jack

MP3: “As I Roved Out” by Bourbon & Shamrocks

MP3: “Dulaman” by the Fire Inside

Join the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast Fan Club

Thank you so much for your generous support of the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast. If you want to find out more, visit the website for more great benefits and a free sample album. www.songhenge.com

Or even better, become a Patron of the podcast. You can get the monthly Song Henge album and news. Get started at http://celticmusicpodcast.com/patreon/

NEW CELTIC CDS

New Celtic CDs from Hugh Morrison, Tonnta Ceoil, Men of Worth, and Randal Bays and Familyi. See all of these albums at http://celticmp3s.com/category/new-celtic-cds/

Scotland Is Free
by Hugh Morrison
Scottish native, Hugh Morrison returns with a new album, Scotland is Free. Scottish history, past & present caught on 12 tracks.
Genre: Folk: Celtic Folk
Release Date: 2014

Lucky for Some
by Tonnta Ceoil
Tonnta Ceoil are a modern Irish trad group from the heart of Co. Clare fusing old and new musical styles in an exciting mix of music and song.
Genre: Folk: Irish Traditional
Release Date: 2014

Men of Worth 1997-1999
by Men of Worth
A collection of traditional, contemporary and original Irish and Scottish Folk Music. Two previously released albums repackaged as a double CD.
Genre: Folk: Scottish Traditional
Release Date: 2012

A Rake of Tunes
by Randal Bays and Family
A collection of unaccompanied Irish traditional music played on fiddles, flute and concertina by Randal Bays and family… reels, jigs, hornpipes plus a few live recordings from concerts and sessions.
Genre: Folk: Irish Traditional
Release Date: 2014

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FOR CELTIC MUSICIANS

I deleted the old Celtic Musicians news mailing list. I decided I will just share Celtic musician news here.

Want Your Music Featured?
Submit your group: http://celticmp3s.com/submit/

SUPPORT THE IRISH & CELTIC MUSIC PODCAST AND THE CELTIC MUSIC MAGAZINE

Here are 3 ways you can support the magazine, podcast and indie Celtic musicians:

1. Visit the links provided
2. Buy a CD or MP3s, or donate to a band
3. Forward this ezine to THREE friends

Copyright 2000-2014 Marc Gunn

4 Celtic Kickstarters

CELTIC MUSIC MAGAZINE
The Home of Indie Celtic Music Online
August 27, 2014
http://www.celticmp3s.com/

Celtic Music Magazine is the official newsletter of the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast. It is a 2-3 times per month publication of Celtic music, news and culture by Celtic musician and podcast host, Marc Gunn. We want to change your world with Celtic music!

Greetings

I had a great summer. I had a lot of gigs. My family and I took vacations at the beach, New Orleans and in North Carolina. Now life returns to "normal." I drove my daughter to daycare yesterday morning. The weather was so pleasant I took a walk in the park. I could almost feel a reprieve from the heat. Ah! I can't wait til fall begins and the fall episodes of the podcast.

In the meantime, I am back at work. I continue to release weekly episodes of the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast. Right now, I now have 15 Patrons of the Podcast donating $46 per episode. That means, I am about 2/3 away from having my server costs covered entirely by my patrons. You're also $4 away from getting a two-hour Celtic Rock special. If I hit $50 per episode, I'm gonna compile some of the best Celtic rock songs I know into an incredible special.

If you love the podcast and you have a few bucks a month that you can spare, please show your support for the Voice of independent Celtic music online. Become a Patron of the Podcast or even a Song Henger. All you need to do is pledge as little as $1 per episode.

Make a pledge right now: http://celticmusicpodcast.com/patreon/

CELTIC PODCAST HOMEPAGE UPDATED

I recently updated the homepage for the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast. My goal is to get you to the music that you want to enjoy faster and easier. Please let me know if the new design does just that. Or if it doesn't, let me know how I can improve the website.

Visit http://celticmusicpodcast.com/ and let me know what you think.

CELTIC MUSIC SPOTLIGHT RETURNS?

I started the Celtic Music Spotlight as a weekly video show earlier this summer. I ran into a few problems with the content. So it's been on hiatus. Last week, I revamped it. I'm gonna try and get it back up and running for you every Thursday.

Check it out: http://celticmp3s.com/celtic-music-spotlight/

REVIEWERS STILL WANTED

Here's what you will need to do:

1. You will need to be on Facebook. That's where I distribute reviews.

2. You need to be a self-starter and willing to create content.

3. You will need to be a good writer and self-editor.

If you'd like to join my team of reviewers, then email me at editor@celticmp3s.com with Celtic Reviewer in the subject line. I'd love to have you join us.

OH! If I have not responded to you. PLEASE RE-EMAIL ME. I need your help and these bands want your reviews.

4 CELTIC KICKSTARTERS

I was checking out Kickstarter the other day and I found a bunch of cool Celtic projects that need your support.

Na Seudan Project - . Na Seudan is an all-girl Gaelic and Traditional folk group from Tarbert, Loch Fyne aged 14-18 years. They are trying to raise just £750 and still have 30 days remaining in their campaign. Imagine how cool it would be if you could help blow their expectations far, far past £750!

Bring Irish Dance to the Dominican Republic! - Elyse Transon is working with ASTEP (Artists Striving to End Poverty) and the Mariposa Foundation to bring Irish Dance to Cabarete, DR. With 5 days to go, she only needs about $400.

Celtic Art Wall Calendar - This calendar is actually fully funded with just 9 days to go. But there's some beautiful knotwork and imagery. I thought you might enjoy it.

Alba's Edge New Album - Alba's Edge is a sibling-led musical powerhouse bridging the gap between Scottish fiddle traditions, Jazz improvisation, Latin rhythms and Funk grooves. Co-led by Neil and Lilly Pearlman, the quartet has been gradually evolving and honing our sound over the past 4 years. Now that Lilly has graduated we are finally ready to take the next step: writing and recording our first full length album! The album is currently fully funded with just 56 hours to go.

Click the links and see if you are willing to help these great Celtic Kickstarters!

Tthank you for your continued membership to the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast and the Celtic Music Magazine!

Slainte!
Marc Gunn, The Celtfather

Celtic Music Headlines

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#171: Drunken Sailor

#170: Across the Waters

#169: How America Saved Irish Music

#168: Irish Vacation on the Beach

#167: Postcard from Dublin [Clean Edit]

Reviews - http://celticmp3s.com/category/cd_reviews/

“If We Only Knew” Aodan Coyne

Before the Devil Knows You’re Dead – “Irish Goodbye”

Katie’s Randy Cat

Celtic MP3s - http://celticmp3s.com/category/free_celtic_mp3s/

MP3: “Tis Believed That This Harp” by Seraphina

MP3: “Fizzbuzz” by Nua

NEW CELTIC CDS

New Celtic CDs from Hugh Morrison, Tonnta Ceoil, Men of Worth, and Randal Bays and Familyi. See all of these albums at http://celticmp3s.com/category/new-celtic-cds/

A Matter of Indulgence
by Damien Promise
Solo debut CD by Damien McCarron of The Indulgers.
Genre: Folk: Celtic Folk
Release Date: 1995

Our Dear Dark Mountain With the Sky Over It
by Various Artists
A historic album of traditional Irish music from the Sliabh Beagh region of Monaghan / Fermanagh. Featuring rediscovered music collected in the region during the 1800s, the album arises from the PhD research of Seán McElwain (Téada).
Genre: Folk: Celtic Folk
Release Date: 2014

Another Day
by Pol Mac Adaim
I was born in Belfast, in the heart of the war often referred to as ‘The Troubles’ I began playing Irish traditional music at the age of 9 and through the years I learned to play in a wide range of genres, including Folk, Appalachian, Cajun, Rock, Soul and Contemporary. I play a variety of instruments ranging from tin whistles, Traditional Irish flute, Low whistles, Uilleann pipes, harmonicas, guitars (acoustic/Bass), Mandolin, Bodhran and general percussion. I also sing in lead and backing modes. I’ve been an audio engineer now for about 15 years and have been producing music for the last 10 years. I’ve been very lucky to have played in studios and on stages across Europe and the US alongside some of the world’s finest musicians from folk bands to rock and pop, as well as working with some great film, TV and Radio crews down the years. I regularily tour throughout Europe playing mainly my own songs mixed with some traditional Irish music. I’ve played on around 40 albums, mainly as
Genre: Folk: Political Folk
Release Date: 2012

Celt
by Meinir Gwilym
Best-selling Welsh singer Meinir Gwilym’s US debut CELT. A magical mash-up of folk, pop, celtic and rock.
Genre: Folk: Celtic Folk
Release Date: 2014

Gallowglass
by Kirsten Allstaff
A blend of Irish and Scottish traditional music played on the concert flute.
Genre: Folk: Irish Traditional
Release Date: 2014

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CELTIC MUSIC MAGAZINE
The Home of Indie Celtic Music Online
September 18, 2014
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Celtic Music Magazine is the official newsletter of the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast. It is a 2-3 times per month publication of Celtic music, news and culture by Celtic musician and podcast host, Marc Gunn. We want to change your world with Celtic music!

Greetings

Welcome to the first ever #CelticThursday.

I was doing some research on Google Trends last week when I realized that the number of people searching for Celtic music has declined over the last six years. Why is that? Are fewer people searching for "Celtic music" on Google? Has social media usurped the way we find Celtic music? Or has Celtic music and culture declined in popularity over the past few years since the heyday of when Celtic Woman and Celtic Thunder dominated the PBS airwaves?

I don't know the answer to these questions, but it made me realize that we can do more to promote Celtic music, dance, art, and culture. Thus was born #CelticThursday.

We all have our favorite websites, bands, artists, dancers that we follow. I want to know what yours are. But I don't want you to just email me this info. Instead, go to your favorite social network and share it. Use the hashtag #CelticThursday so other people can find see your favorites too.

Not only will you help out your favorite Celtic groups and individuals online, but you'll also help us to grow our Celtic culture.

What are you waiting for? Head on over to Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, Tumblr, Instagram, YouTube or another social media site and SHARE!

JOIN OUR 20 PATRONS OF THE PODCAST

I want to thank the twenty generous patrons keep this podcast running each and every week. Thanks to your friendly help, I will release a two-hour Celtic Music special feature of the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast next Wednesday. If we can raise $16 more per episode, I can start work on a two-hour bagpipe extravaganza!

Make a pledge right now: http://celticmusicpodcast.com/patreon/

REVIEWERS STILL WANTED

Here's what you will need to do:

1. You will need to be on Facebook. That's where I distribute reviews.

2. You need to be a self-starter and willing to create content.

3. You will need to be a good writer and self-editor.

If you'd like to join my team of reviewers, then email me at editor@celticmp3s.com with Celtic Reviewer in the subject line. I'd love to have you join us.

OH! If I have not responded to you. PLEASE RE-EMAIL ME. I need your help and these bands want your reviews.

CELTS ON KICKSTARTER

Want to help out some of your fellow Celts? Here's a few more cool Celtic Kickstarters.

The Cave Sessions - Live Music Recorded In Irish Caves - 3000 years ago an on-the-run musician wrote songs while hiding in caves. His lyrics survived - we're recording them in an Irish cave!

McTavish the Haggis - McTavish the Haggis leaves his Scottish glen for a dream, meets new friends and discovers his own special ability to get home again. This is a story worth telling. It was written by published poet and native Scotsman, Norrie Smith who came to the states in 1977 after attending the Duncan Jordanstone College of Art and Design. Now deceased, Norrie wrote McTavish for his sons.

Mairi Orr Debut Album - Mairi Orr is a Scottish singer songwriter. Her first full-length album is underway and I need your support to bring it to life!

Celtic Playing Cards 2: Full Circle - Explore Celtic history & legend with their poker sized playing cards! Featuring original artwork by James Acken.

Click the links and see if you are willing to help these great Celtic Kickstarters!

Thanks for your kind support of the podcast.

Slainte!
Marc Gunn, The Celtfather

Celtic Music Headlines

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#174: Talk Like a Pirate Day

#173: Sherwood Celtic Music Festival

#172: Irish Punk [Explicit]

Celtic Music Spotlight - http://celticmp3s.com/spotlight

Spotlight on Aiden’s Clan, #CelticThursday, Talk Like A Pirate Day

The Pourmen on the Celtic Music Spotlight

3 Pints Gone on the Celtic Music Spotlight

Reviews - http://celticmp3s.com/category/cd_reviews/

“If We Only Knew” Aodan Coyne

Celtic MP3s - http://celticmp3s.com/category/free_celtic_mp3s/

MP3: “The Butterfly” by Star Edwards with KingBeat

NEW CELTIC CDS

New Celtic CDs from Taranai, Maggie Sansone, Paul O’Brien, Alasdair Fraser & The San Francisco Scottish Fiddlers, Jessica Haines & Mark Kaiser, Caledonia Club of San Francisco, Pete’s Posse, Dave Holodiloff, Alexander James Adams, Wren, Marc Gunn.

See all of these albums at http://celticmp3s.com/category/new-celtic-cds/

Fairfield Memories
by Paul O’Brien
This is a collection of songs that are all linked in one way or another to my family members and to the place I was brought up, East Wall, Dublin.
Genre: Folk: Singer/Songwriter
Release Date: 2014

Blues On the Brae
by Taranai
Celtic Blues – original interpretations of traditional Irish, Scottish, and Welsh tunes with a contemporary blues feeling on mountain dulcimer, bodhran, and pennywhistle, with special electronic effects for added spice.
Genre: World: Celtic
Release Date: 2014

San Francisco Scottish Fiddlers Live At the Freight
by Alasdair Fraser & The San Francisco Scottish Fiddlers
Sometimes soaring, sometimes supercharged, this group of 115 barely-behaved musicians unleashes their energy in their 25th anniversary live show, exploring Scottish and other traditional music.
Genre: World: Celtic
Release Date: 2013

149th Scottish Highland Gathering and Games Pipe Band Competition (Saturday Grades 4 Medley, 3 & 2 M.S.R.) [Caledonian Club of San Francisco Presents]
by Various Artists
Genre: World: Celtic
Release Date: 2014

Balance of Nature
by Alexander James Adams
A boisterous collection inspired by years of participation in Renaissance Fantasy Faires!
Genre: Folk: Celtic Folk
Release Date: 2007

Sci Fi Drinking Songs
by Marc Gunn
In one hand, a pint of Mudder’s Milk, in the other a bottle of Romulan Ale. Sing and laugh along with this Celtic Geek musical gem.
Genre: Folk: Celtic Folk
Release Date: 2014

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2 Hours of Great Celtic Music!

Greetings

Something amazing happened last week. I published the 2 Hours of Celtic Music special on the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast. The show is thanks to the generosity of the 29 Patrons of the Podcast. Two days after that show went live, we reached the next Milestone--2 Hours of Bagpipe Music!

Wow, that's amazing! I'm overwhelmed and extremely grateful to each of my Patrons. I'm gonna start planning the bagpipe show right now. I plan to release it on November 5th. Thanks to each of you who made it possible.

You can become a patron and support the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast. It costs just $1 an episode. That's less than one Starbucks coffee each month. Go to http://celticmusicpodcast.com/patreon/ to find out more. Plus, you'll enjoy some secret, exclusive, bonus content.

On a separate note, I added a couple new features in this issue. One is highlighting Celtic Travel desitinations. The other highlights Celtic festivals around the world. Is that something that interests you? Reply and Let me know. I want to make this magazine more engaging than ever for you!

CELTIC MUSIC SPOTLIGHT FEEDBACK REQUESTED

I spent the last few weeks recording the Celtic Music Spotlight. The show is getting better, but admittedly, it's is not getting many views.

If you're not familiar with it, the show is a news-style video for my many Celtic websites. I let you know what's new with the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast and the Celtic Music Magazine. I spotlight a Celtic band along with interesting facts about the band. And I offer random tidbits of news.

You can watch episodes at http://celticmp3s.com/spotlight/. I like the idea of promoting indie Celtic bands through the spotlight. But if it doesn't interest you, there's no point doing it.

Let me know what you think of the show. Do you watch it? Do you just not have time to watch the 3 minute show? Or do you have no interest? Please let me know. Thanks!

CELTIC TRAVEL: DONEGAL CASTLE

Guarding a picturesque bend of the River Eske, Donegal Castle remains an imperious monument to both Irish and English might. Built by the O'Donnells in 1474, it served as the seat of their formidable power until 1607, when the English decided to rid themselves of pesky Irish chieftains once and for all. Rory O'Donnell was no pushover, though, torching his own castle before fleeing to France in the infamous Flight of the Earls. Their defeat paved the way for the Plantation of Ulster by thousands of newly arrived Scots and English Protestants, sowing the seeds of the divisions that still afflict Ireland to this day.

The castle was rebuilt in 1623 by Sir Basil Brooke, along with the adjacent three-storey Jacobean house. Further restoration in the 1990s has made it a wonderfully atmospheric place to visit, with rooms furnished with French tapestries and Persian rugs. There are guided tours every hour.

Join Marc Gunn on a Celtic Invasion of Donegal, Ireland at http://www.celticinvasion.com/itinerary/ireland-2015/

CELTIC FESTIVALS IN OCTOBER

Highland Games

Oct 3-5 - Scotland County Highland Games, North Carolina – www.schgnc.org
Oct 4-5 - Aztec Highland Games Celtic Music Festival, New Mexico – www.aztechighlandgames.com
Oct 18-19 - Stone Mountain Highland Games, Georgia – www.smhg.org

International Festivals

Oct 10-12 – Scoil Cheoil na Botha, Co. - www.anbhoth.ie
Oct 10-18 – Celtic Colours International Festival, Cape Breton Island, Canada - www.celtic-colours.com
Oct 22-27 - Camden Town Festival in London. www.returntocamden.org

REVIEWERS WANTED

How would you like to receive Free Celtic albums? The Celtic Music Magazine is seeking reviewers. You get lots of great Celtic music, plus, you' get to help the Celtic community find music that they love.

Here's what you need:

1. Be on Facebook, where I distribute reviews.

2. Be a self-starter who is willing to create content.

3. Be a decent writer and self-editor.

If you'd like to join my team of reviewers, then email me at editor@celticmp3s.com with Celtic Reviewer in the subject line. Include a review of one of the albums you already own. It can be as long or as short as you like. Once I read that, I will get you added to the Facebook group where you can start contacting bands and start collecting free albums for review.

CELTS ON CROWDFUNDING

I got a few emails from people saying they contributed to the last round of crowdfunding. Thank you for helping your fellow Celts. It's exciting to see that we can make a difference in the lives of artists of all kinds.

I got an email from the Dust Rhinos. They are doing a crowdfunding campaign on IndieGoGo. This is a good time to start branching out. Here are four more sites that you can help fund.

Dust Rhinos New Celtic Rock CD
Help the Dust Rhinos produce their next Butt Kickin' Celtic Rock CD. http://igg.me/at/dustrhinos

"Their unity is unsurpassed."
Help us share our unique music making with lovers of classical and Celtic folk music by helping us fund our our 2014 CD/DVD projects! https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/266466244/their-unity-is-unsurpassed

Les Audides sacred music CD
Introducing sacred music and the healing sound of Celtic harp, voice, & the resonance of a 2000 year old sacred site in France. https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1469845392/les-audides-sacred-music-cd

Scottish Mountain Wilderness Calendar 2015
A fine-art calendar featuring photography of some of Scotlands wildest corners and printed to the highest standards. https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/363785268/scottish-mountain-wilderness-calendar-2015

Thanks for your kind support of the podcast.

Slainte!
Marc Gunn, The Celtfather

Celtic Music Headlines

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#176: September Reels - Music from Gan Fidel, Joe Derrane, Jesse Ferguson, Fiddlin’ in th’ Parlor, Bow Triplets, NUA, O’hanleigh, BOWI, Ciara Considine, The Irish Balladeers, Castlebay, Maidens IV, Sons of Malarkey, Brendan Monaghan, Brian Thomas

#175: 2 Hours of Celtic Music - Music from Brian O h’Uiginn, Ed Miller, Ciana, Kyle Carey, Black Market Haggis, Smithfield Fair, Sweetfire, Cianan, Atlantic Wave, The Pederick-Hutson Guitar Duo, The Bilge Pumps, Kailyarders, 3 Pints Gone, Fiddlinda: Linda Relph, Wild Colonial Bhoys, Bad Haggis, Beth Patterson, Emerald Rose, Derek Young, Trip McCool, Erin’s Guild, Tullamore, O’hanleigh, The Brazen Heads, New Shilling, The Sandcarvers, Mithril, Ken O’Malley, Maidens IV

Celtic Music Spotlight - http://celticmp3s.com/spotlight

Spotlight on Aiden’s Clan, #CelticThursday, Talk Like A Pirate Day

The Pourmen on the Celtic Music Spotlight

3 Pints Gone on the Celtic Music Spotlight

Reviews - http://celticmp3s.com/category/cd_reviews/

CD Review: Tallymoore

CD Review: Fiddlinda: There & Then- Here & Now

“Bail Money” – The Bilge Pumps

Celtic MP3s - http://celticmp3s.com/category/free_celtic_mp3s/

MP3: “The Butterfly” by Star Edwards with KingBeat

NEW CELTIC CDS

New Celtic CDs from Irish Corner, That Irish Guy, The Kilkennys, Secret Flame.

See all of these albums at http://celticmp3s.com/category/new-celtic-cds/

All in One Morning
by Irish Corner
“All in One Morning” es el primer disco grabado por Irish Corner con el que ha logrado una notable aceptación musical y comercial.
Genre: World: Celtic
Release Date: 2012

Live On the Row
by That Irish Guy
Recorded one night in May 2014 at O’Connors Irish Pub in Phoenix Arizona, Live On The Row is a raucous trip of Irish drinking songs, bawdy sea shanties and emotive ballads.
Genre: Folk: Celtic Folk
Release Date: 2014

Meet the Kilkennys
by The Kilkennys
The Kilkennys’ debut album featuring the very best of Irish folk music played live onstage in the band’s hometown in 2008. Featuring The Kilkennys’ own arrangements of classic songs from The Clancys, The Dubliners and many more.
Genre: Folk: Irish Contemporary
Release Date: 2013

Dawn of Union
by Secret Flame
A collection of the songs of Mirabai and Kabir in a new setting with Indian and Celtic instruments and english translation.
Genre: Folk: Celtic Folk
Release Date: 1995

FOR CELTIC MUSICIANS

I finally have some news for Celtic musicians. I just launched a newsletter For Celtic Musicians. Think of it as a reminder to get your music submitted to the podcast. Subscribe at http://celticmusicpodcast.com/features/for-celtic-musicians/

TIP: October is when publicists start sending me Celtic Christmas music. That means you should start planning your own Celtic Christmas recording. All you need is one song or tune to be featured on my Celtic Chistmas Podcast. Start recording it this week.

Oh! Don't forget to submit your Celtic Christmas song and your latest album to http://celticmp3s.com/submit/

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CELTIC MUSIC MAGAZINE
The Home of Indie Celtic Music Online

Celtic Music Magazine is the official newsletter of the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast. It is a 2-3 times per month publication of Celtic music, news and culture by Celtic musician and podcast host, Marc Gunn. We want to change your world with Celtic music!

October 3, 2014
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Celtic Halloween and Bagpipes A-Coming!

Greetings

Last week, I had my first every Celtic Halloween Music Show on Google Hangouts. It was a wonderful success. A couple dozen people showed up for the live performance and over 200 have now watched it on YouTube. The concert was sponsored by my personal patrons. Yes, I have two Patreon accounts now. One for my music and one for the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast.

I want to send out a HUGE thanks to the, now, 40 Patrons of the Podcast. These are the folks who are sponsoring the show each and every week. You are the reason I continue to work my butt off to get the show done every Monday so I can share the podcast with over 10,000 people around the world, every week.

The comments from the show continue to come in on the website. You can now listen to the podcast straight from the homepage at www.celticmusicpodcast.com. LJ nominated show #177 for the best episode of the year. I LOVE to hear that!

In the next couple months, I'm gonna take your nominations for best music of 2014, because I REALLY want a Best Celtic Music of 2014 episode. But I can only do it with your votes and suggestions.

Of course, that's a BIG challenge for this year. I have never released so many episodes as I have done in 2014. So you have a WIDE pick of songs to choose from.

I will announce more on that at the end of November.

In the meantime, stay tuned. Next week, I will have a Celtic Halloween special on the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast, and then, thanks again to our Patrons, you'll get a two-hour Bagpipe Music special on November 5th!

INTRODUCING CELTIC MUSIC JOURNAL

The guys over at 67Music.net have done something extraordinary. They launched a brand new Celtic TV series called The Celtic Music Journal. This is a brilliant idea. Imagine America's Funniest Home Videos with Celtic Music. Well, maybe that's not a good analogy, because it's NOT comedy. It's awesome Celtic music!

Basically, you send Sk0t and Steve your Celtic music videos that you shot over the past week or year. They then merge it into a 30-minute show along with interviews, and lots and lots of great Celtic music.

I love this idea so much that I plan to promote this through my Celtic Music Spotlight channel on YouTube.

You can watch past episodes of the Celtic Music Journal at http://67music.net/celtic-music-journal/

CELTIC SPOTLIGHT INTERVIEWS JESSE FERGUSON

As for my own Celtic Music Spotlight, I decided to try something new. Tomorrow morning at 8:30 AM CST, I'm gonna do my first every live streaming interview. This will be with Jesse Ferguson, known as the Bard of Cornwall.

Jesse is a Celtic musician and songwriter from Ontario, Canada who is quite successful with his own YouTube channel where he teaches people how to play some traditional and original Celtic songs.

If you have any questions for Jesse, email them immediately, or visit watch the show live tomorrow morning at http://marcgunn.com/youtube/.

You can find out more on our website: http://celticmp3s.com/2014/celtic-music-spotlight-on-jesse-ferguson-the-bard-of-cornwall-this-wednesday/

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CELTIC TRAVEL: ARTDS FOREST PARK

Ards Forest Park is a park in County Donegal, Ireland. It is situated on the small Ards Peninsula. It sits on the shores of Sheephaven Bay on the northern coastline of County Donegal, Ireland.

It was formerly part of the Ards Estate, a country estate purchased by Alexander Stewart in the 1780s and was owned by the Stewart family up until the early 1930s. Today, the forest park is 481 hectares in area and contains a range of wildlife and plant forms. It also has nature walks, sandy beaches, viewing points as well as a picnic and play area.

Ards Forest Park has many features of historical and archaeological interest. The remains of four ringforts and a number of megalithic tombs are to be seen in the park. Legend has it that these were the beds of Diarmuid and Gráinne in their flight from Fionn Mac Cumhaill. There is also a well called the Ague Well, which is alleged to be holy and have remedial powers; it can be seen on Bealach na hArdaigh walk. On the same walk there is a mass rock. Mass was celebrated here in defiance of the Penal Laws. There is also a car park and a children's play area.

Join Marc Gunn on a Celtic Invasion of Donegal, Ireland at http://www.celticinvasion.com/itinerary/ireland-2015/

REVIEWERS WANTED

Here's what you need:

1. Be on Facebook, where I distribute reviews.

2. Be a self-starter who is willing to create content.

3. Be a decent writer and self-editor.

CELTS ON CROWDFUNDING

I have returned once again to crowdfunding for my next album/project. I'm offering Celtic Christmas greetings cards that also offer a CD included. You can send the gift of music and your holiday wishes. Check it out and these other great Crowdfunding campaigns below.

Celtic Christmas Music Greeting Cards by Marc Gunn
Send your family and friends Celtic Christmas Greetings Cards this holiday season complete with Celtic Christmas music!

The Shams - Support local Irish rock musicians and get a chicken!
San Francisco Irish rock band, The Shams, are releasing their first Kickstarter campaign to raise money for their upcoming album.

Nathan Gourley & Laura Feddersen are making an album
Laura and Nathan are working on their debut album of Irish Traditional Music on two fiddles, with guitar backing from Brian Miller.

Dad Makes Wood Pens So Mom Can Compete at Scottish Games
After 4 Scottish competitions she is in the top 30 athletes in the Nation. I turn and sell exotic wood pens to raise travel money.

Thanks for your kind support of the podcast.

Slainte!
Marc Gunn, The Celtfather

Celtic Music Headlines

Rathkeltair - "CPR" Benefitting Audaciouis Divas
Rathkeltair is releasing a new CD with some of their friends In Association with the wonderful Audacious Divas' Celtic Pink Ribbon Project. Rathkeltair is very proud to present. Funds raised from Rathkeltair and Friends CPR CD & T-shirt are donated to the Audacious Divas to contribute to educate and support those whose lives are impacted by breast cancer cancer. This 15 Track CD features New and Original Music from Rathkeltair and collaborations by its band members with various other Celtic Musicians. Visit http://rathkeltair.com/cpr to order your copy like I did.

#179: Celtic Castles, Reels, & New Celtic CDs (OUT WEDNESDAY MORNING)
In show #179, we bring Irish Celtic music from Across the Pond, NUA, The Selkie Girls, Steve Hawson, Cormorant’s Fancy, Maggie Sansone, Kailyarders, Jesse Linder, Aiden’s Clan, Kyle Carey, Young Dubliners, Homeland, The Elders, Claire Roche.

#178: Roisin ag an Doilin
Irish Celtic music in show #178 features music from Emerald Accents, Clandestine, The Selkie Girls, Cormorant’s Fancy, Smithfield Fair, Roisin and Colm Seoighe, Dr. Rev. Mr. Cheeks, Wild Colonial Bhoys, Pipapelli, The Elders, Sarah Dinan. http://celticmusicpodcast.com/2014/178-roisin-ag-an-doilin/

#177: Celtic Swan in the Misty Mountains
The Irish & Celtic Music Podcast show #177 is like a Celtic Swan from the Misty Mountains featuring Irish Celtic music from Serious Kitchen, Banna De Dha, Pitch the Peat, Catriona McKay, Brigands’ Folie, Flook,Jed Marum, Cady Finlayson, Marc Gunn, Samantha Gillogly & Tim Maurice, The McCabes, Gael Warning, The Langer’s Ball, David Roon. http://celticmusicpodcast.com/2014/177-celtic-swan-in-the-misty-mountains/

Do you have a favorite Celtic Musician or Band on Instagram?
I'd love to hear about them. Email me their Instagram page.

NEW CELTIC CDS

New Celtic CDs from The Elders, Maggie Drennon, Adrianne & Mike, Six Mile Bridge

See all of these albums at http://celticmp3s.com/category/new-celtic-cds/

Story Road
by The Elders
Explores history, legends, & tall tales, expanding upon stories & characters encountered during the band’s 16 years of making music. With pop, folk, rock & traditional Celtic textures, the album features strong vocal harmonies & blazing instrumentals.
Genre: World: Celtic
Release Date: 2014

Just Now
by Maggie Drennon
A sweet, pure collection of Maggie’s favorites, originally plucked years ago from remote corners of Ireland and Scotland, recorded in one day, whatever songs came to mind in seven hours.
Genre: Folk: Celtic Folk
Release Date: 2009

Where the Heart Lies
by Adrianne & Mike
Husband and wife Celtic/Folk/Singer/Songwriter duo, featuring pristine female lead vocals, and well crafted songwriting.
Genre: Folk: Celtic Folk
Release Date: 2014

Across the Water
by Six Mile Bridge
Debut cd crafted by Anders Johansson, Wolf Loescher, Frances Cunningham and Maggie Drennon. Luscious guitar, powerhouse drums and bagpipes, original tunes with bouzouki and Irish flute, perfectly selected songs and voices that will make your heart soar!
Genre: Folk: Contemporary Celtic
Release Date: 1996

FOR CELTIC MUSICIANS

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Celtic Music Magazine is the official newsletter of the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast. It is a 2-3 times per month publication of Celtic music, news and culture by Celtic musician and podcast host, Marc Gunn. We want to change your world with Celtic music!

October 3, 2014
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Another Celtic Music Milestone Reached!

Greetings

Did you catch the TWO-HOUR Bagpipe music special?

I'm still getting emails about how great that show was. I think we can officially call it a hit. Thanks again to all of my Patrons of the Podcast who made it happen.

It turns out, shortly after that show was released, the next Patron Milestone was reach. That means, you can expect a two-hour Celtic Rock special to come out on December 3rd. Wow! You people rock! THANK YOU!

It makes me wonder. What kind of music special would YOU like? What kind of show would inspire you to become a Patron of the Podcast? Drop me an email. Let me know.

I'm in Louisiana performing for all six weekends of the Renaissance festival this week. The last two weekends were great. Normally, I drive back to Birmingham when the weekend is over. But this week, I stayed to perform for their Student Days events. My shows are going great. The only downside to the week is the internet. I forget how much I rely on high-speed internet. I upload a LOT of large music files, videos, and more. I've barely been able to do that. I feel like I'm on dialup. It is so frustrating.

Needless to say, this week's episode feels a little rough. I recorded the show outside PJ's Coffee (best coffee EVER) in Hammond, and then mixed and uploaded the show while I was there. The show came off a bit shorter than the hour I prefer. I can make it almost perfectly 60 minutes at home, but not such this week.

You can listen to it here: http://celticmusicpodcast.com/182

Ah well. The struggles of being a touring musician AND a podcaster. I hope you enjoy the show. There's a LOT of great music to enjoy!

CELTIC TRAVEL: BUNCRANA

Buncrana is a town in County Donegal, Ireland. It is beside Lough Swilly on the Inishowen peninsula. It is the historic home of the O'Doherty clan and originally developed around the defensive tower known as O'Doherty's Keep at the mouth of the River Crana.

Swan Park is a short walk from the centre of town and follows the Crana river. It enjoy a peaceful wooded walk. Be amazed and wowed by the beautiful old stone bridges, the history of O'Doherty's keep - a medieval house, and the charming Buncrana Castle.

Join Marc Gunn on a Celtic Invasion of Donegal, Ireland at http://www.celticinvasion.com/itinerary/ireland-2015/

I have four Invaders signed up for the 2015 invasion. That means, I hope to have more details about the trip coming soon!

REVIEWERS WANTED

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1. Be on Facebook, where I distribute reviews.

2. Be a self-starter who is willing to create content.

3. Be a decent writer and self-editor.

CELTS ON CROWDFUNDING

First, I want to thank everyone who helped Kickstarter my Celtic Christmas Greeting Cards. It was a fully funded just days before the campaign closed and then some. The Greeting Cards and CD will go on sale officially in a week or two. In the meantime, I found a few cool new Celtic music Kickstarters that you should check out!

The Brothers MacRae debut album!
The Brothers MacRae are making an album of original acoustic music that draws from folk, bluegrass and Celtic roots.

Norah Rendell: Traditional Songs from Canada; a solo album
Norah is creating a solo album of traditional Irish-influenced songs from Canada's countryside.

"The Apostle's Mead" The drinking man's Gospel CD by Derek Byrne and Paddygrass
Gospel sung in a drunken Irish lilt, loud and proud with many a belly laugh. Bring a little piece of God home to crash on your couch.

The Outside Track's 4 th Album
What do you get when you combine Scotland, Ireland and Cape Breton? The Outside Track, of course!

Thanks for your kind support of the podcast.

Slainte!
Marc Gunn, The Celtfather

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#182: The Mermaid’s Crown, Rise Up!
Show #182 features Irish Celtic music from Poor Man’s Fortune, Smithfield Fai, Across the Pond, Giant’s Dance, Ashley Davis, Appalachian Celtic Consort, Catalpla, Ross Crean, Gallus, Celtic Reggae Revolution, The Canny Brothers Band, Barleyjuice, Black 47, Burning Bridget Cleary. www.celticmusicpodcast.com

#181: 2-Hours of the Best Bagpipe Music Online
Irish Celtic music from The Rogues, Mark Saul, Con Durham & Maz O’Flaherty, Albannach, Icewagon Flu, Clandestine, Celtica Pipes Rock, Rathkeltair, Crepuscule, Brian Boru Irish Pipe, In Extremo, Brizeus, Vicki Swan & Jonny Dyer, Two O’Clock Courage, The Killdares, Jimi McRae and Sam Okoo, Soss, Wicked Tinkers, First Highland Watch, Bow Triplets, Loudwhisper, Bonnie Rideout, Jiggernaut, MacTalla Mor, Kila, Lenahan, Haggis Rampant, Tartanic. www.celticmusicpodcast.com

New Celtic CDs from Jesse Linder, David Doocey, Jigjam, Fraoch, Aodan Coyne, The Macleod Ceilidh Band

MP3: “Hellbound Sleigh” by The Rogues
http://celticmp3s.com/2014/therogues-hellbound-sleigh-mp3/

NEW CELTIC CDS

See all of these albums at http://celticmusicpodcast.com/category/new-celtic-cds/

I found an interesting selection of new Celtic CDs including a couple that had some nice storytelling as well as a little fiddle music and Celtic folk songs.

Preabmeadar
by Preab Meadar
An unprecedented and electrifying pallet of contemporary rhythms, deep rooted in ancient Irish history, expertly delivered using innovative sounds of fiddle and vocals only
Genre: World: Celtic
Release Date: 2014

The Celtic Touch
by Derek McCorkell
Irish/Celtic songs written, composed & performed entirely by Derek a change from his usual Country Music style.
Genre: Folk: Celtic Folk
Release Date: 2014

Faerytale
by Lugh Damen & Retaw Boyce
A vibrant adventure through Celtic folk lore
Genre: Folk: Celtic Folk
Release Date: 2014

Cliff McAulay Songbook One
by Cliff McAulay
Twelve wonderful songs by Cliff McAulay, one of the finest songwriters in the Celtic music world. His songs are covered by the most successful artists of this time, and here is the first compilation release which features previously unreleased material.
Genre: Easy Listening: Adult contemporary
Release Date: 2014

The Tunes Foundry
by Aine Heslin
An album of newly composed Irish Traditional Music, 11 tracks mostly reels and jigs performed by the composer and accompanied by various well-respected Irish musicians.
Genre: Folk: Irish Traditional
Release Date: 2014

FOR CELTIC MUSICIANS

Time to Send in your Celtic Christmas music. I am starting to plan this year's shows!

Oh! Don't forget to submit your Celtic Christmas song and your latest album to http://celticmp3s.com/submit/

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37 Ways to Celebrate Celtic Christmas

Greetings

Before we get started, I want to thank you for subscribing to the Celtic Music Magazine. It means a lot to me that you have chosen to be a part of the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast community. You are amazing. Thanks for your support!

I have a lot of exciting news to share, including a couple new podcasts, savings on Celtic CDs, and more. But first...

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CELTIC CHRISTMAS PODCAST KICKS OFF A NEW SEASON

I launched the first episode of the Celtic Christmas Podcast of the 2014 season on Friday. The 2-hour bagpipe music show was such a big hit, I decided to feature Bagpipe Celtic Christmas music.

As always, the show is 100% free. But my Patrons got a sneak peak before anyone else. So thank you Patrons for supporting the show. In fact, they got a sneak peak of another new podcast just today. I'll tell you more about it in a moment.

In the meantime, there are 37 episodes of the Celtic Christmas Podcast. That's 37 different ways that you can relax and enjoy all of the great varieties of Celtic Christmas music. More are coming. There's an episode from Celt in a Twist, episodes of the Pub Songs Podcast, and I'm planning at least three new, exclusive Celtic Christmas Podcasts each and every Friday.

Go to http://CelticChristmasPodcast.com to find out more about the shows.

You can subscribe on iTunes or other podcatchers as well. Feel free to rate the podcast while you're there.

CD SHIPPING FOR JUST 1 PENNY

This is big! CD Baby is offering shipping for just ONE CENT from December 1st through 3rd. Best of all, you can ship CDs at that low price to ANYWHERE IN THE WORLD.

Yes. It's true! They've never done this before. But they are dedicated to helping indie musicians sell CDs. They decided to swallow the cost for just three days.

This is a great time to order a copy of A Celtic Christmas, the Celtic Christmas compilation CD that I released last year. It got some great reviews. It's also highly ranked on iTunes and Amazon. There's a bunch of awesome bands on it too including Mithril, Jed Marum, Rathkeltair, The Gothard Sisters, and many more. Check it out at http://celticmusic.org/ACelticChristmas

If that's not your cup of tea, or you already own... I HAVE A NEW CD... slash Greeting Card.

The Kickstarter for my Celtic Christmas Greeting Cards was a success. I'm getting a lot of great comments about the album. I did my best to make it fit what I consider Celtic Christmas music. It's a fun CD.

You can order the album by itself as CD or on iTunes and Amazon, OR you can order a bunch of CDs and mail them as greeting cards. Find them all right here: http://celticmusic.org/CelticChristmasGreetingCards

If you'd rather have traditional Irish Christmas Cards, I have some of those left over from last year too. http://celticmusic.org/IrishChristmasCards

NEW PODCAST IN 2015 -- CELTIC INTERVIEWS

Yesterday, I did an interview with my friend Jamie Haeuser. She and I recorded How America Saved Irish Music together. That interview solidified an idea I've thought about for a while.

I'm gonna start a new podcast to highlight all of the cool Celtic interviews I've done.

There are a lot. I'm gonna put them all in ONE podcast feed. As I record more, I will release them slowly into the feed. As I record more podcasts, I'll release those as well. You'll hear interviews from Celtic musicians as well as Celtic people from around the world. I think you'll love it.

The podcast won't start until January 2015. So hang in there. I have a lot of prep work to do first. However, IF you are a Patron of the Podcast, you can listen to the first interview today. Become a patron at http://celticmusicpodcast.com/patreon/

BEST CELTIC MUSIC OF 2014 -- POLLS WILL OPEN SOON

The Best Celtic Music of the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast will be back in 2015. In fact, I've worked out a plan on how to make that happen. I will need your votes in December. Stay tuned for more details.

CELTIC TRAVEL: THE GAELTACHT

The Donegal Gaeltacht is a breathtaking land of great mountains and lake-filled valleys fringed by the unpolluted seas of the Atlantic. Fronted by a craggy coastline necklaced with safe, quiet, sandy beaches, here lies a tranquil land rich in heritage and folklore, a land that contains a wealth of cultural strengths, a strong sense of its own identity and uniqueness.

Join Marc Gunn on a Celtic Invasion of Donegal, Ireland at http://www.celticinvasion.com/itinerary/ireland-2015/

I have four Invaders signed up for the 2015 invasion. That means, I hope to have more details about the trip coming soon!

NEXT WEEK -- 2-HOURS OF CELTIC ROCK

Again, thanks to the Patrons of the Podcast, a 2-hour Celtic Rock special was funded through Patreon. You will reap the rewards of that show this Wednesday.

If there's a theme that would inspire you to become a Patron of the Podcast, let me know. Maybe I'll add that as another Milestone! :)

Become a Patron of the Podcast here: http://celticmusicpodcast.com/patreon/

Thanks again for all your kind and generous support. You're awesome. Don't you forget it!

Slainte!
Marc Gunn, The Celtfather

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#184: Celtic Music for Thanksgiving
Happy Thanksgiving! Show #184 Celebrates Thanksgiving with Irish Celtic music from Emerald Rose, Julia Lane, Patrick’s Head, Sean Orr, Four Celtic Voices, Beth Patterson/Patrick O’Flaherty, StoneRing, Merry Wives of Windsor, The Fire Inside, Syren, Rattle the Board, Laura McGhee, Burning Bridget Cleary, The Shanties, The Gothard Sisters, Jenna Greene.

#183: Music of Wales, Feature on Gwilym Morus
Show #183 highlights the music of Wales and a Special feature on the music of Welsh Bard, Gwilym Morus. You’ll hear Welsh Celtic music from ParaCelt, Leah Jorgensen, Navan, Karen Mueller, Bard of the South, Moch Pryderi, Mwnci Nel, Thomas “Doc” Grauzer, Shillelagh Law, The Gryphon Carolers, Emerald Rose, Jamie Smith’s MABON.

New Celtic CDs from Dervish, Paudie O’Connor & Aoife Ni Chaoimh, Jon Bulman, Siusan O’Rourke & Zig Zeitler, Preab Meadar, Derek McCorkell, Lugh Damen & Retaw Boyce, Cliff McAulay, Aine Heslin

Review: Kid on the Mountain by Across the Pond

Review: The Rogues – “Hellbound Sleigh”

NEW CELTIC CDS

See all of these albums at http://celticmusicpodcast.com/category/new-celtic-cds/

I found a bunch of traditional Irish albums on CD Baby this week. Check out these great Celtic albums.

A Celebration
by Dervish
An album celebrating 25 years of great music by the world renowned traditional Irish music group Dervish.
Genre: Folk: Irish Traditional
Release Date: 2014

Didn’t She Dance and Dance
by Paudie O’Connor & Aoife Ní Chaoimh
Music from Sliabh Luachra on fiddle and accordion.
Genre: Folk: Irish Traditional
Release Date: 2014

Live in Galway
by Jon Bulman
Irish / Folk Music recorded live in Galway, Ireland
Genre: Folk: Irish Traditional
Release Date: 2014

Chance the Arm
by Siusan O’Rourke & Zig Zeitler
This newest release from two-time Irish Music Award “Top Duo” Nominees is their most inspiring CD to date with traditional and contemporary offerings, and contributions from Andre Brunet, Dee Dee Tibbits, Sally Potter and guitarist Elden Kelly.
Genre: Folk: Irish Traditional
Release Date: 2014

FOR CELTIC MUSICIANS

Oh! Don't forget to submit your Celtic Christmas song and your latest album to http://celticmp3s.com/submit/

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Celtic Music from... Renaissance Festivals?

Greetings

This week, I'm kicking off a new format for the Celtic Music Magazine. The newsletter will be released every #CelticThursday at 6:30 am CST. The goal of the newsletter will be to better highlight the bands in the current week of the show.

I know this will mean more newsletters than every, but I hope a weekly, Thursday release will make that transition a lot more easy.

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#186: CELTIC MUSIC FROM RENAISSANCE FESTIVALS

Renaissance Festivals offer a huge assortment of Irish Celtic music as we’ll explore in show #186 with music from Clandestine, Empty Hats, Brobdingnagian Bards, Celtic Stone, Craig of Farrington, Albannach, Rambling Sailors, NeidFyre, Merry Mischief, Nancy Daily-Green, New Minstrel Revue, Abby Green, Leah Jorgensen, Thyme Awaye, Haggis Rampant, Merry Wives of Windsor. Find this week's shownotes at http://celticmusicpodcast.com/186

Don't miss last week's special feature of 2 hours of Celtic Rock music. Find it here http://celticmusicpodcast.com/185

HELP "FAIRYTALE OF NEW YORK" TOP THE CHARTS FOR CHRISTMAS

I have an exciting idea to see if we can help push Shane MacGowan's classic Celtic Christmas song to the top of the charts.

Will you help?
http://celticmusicpodcast.com/2014/help-fairytale-of-new-york-top-the-celtic-charts/

CELTIC CHRISTMAS PODCAST WITH CELT IN A TWIST

The second episode of 2014 features Celtic Christmas music from the Celt in a Twist Podcast. This friday, we will highlight Celtic Christmas traditions.

Subscribe and listen for free at http://CelticChristmasPodcast.com

MAKE IT A CELTIC CHRISTMAS

With the holiday season upon us, I wanted to take a few minutes and share some ideas for adding a little Celtic flavor to Christmas with the readers here. A few are things I’ve seen and a few are things I have done myself.

Thanks again for all your kind and generous support. You're awesome. Don't you forget it!

Slainte!
Marc Gunn, The Celtfather

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Two Happy Celtic Christmas Shows

Nollaig Shona Daoibh

We're just over a week away from Christmas. I am finishing up my last minute promotions before my family and I leave for the holiday. So this is the last episode of the Magazine for the year.

I published the first of two Celtic Christmas specials on the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast. The first features a bunch of new Celtic Christmas music. The second, which will be out on Christmas Eve, features a quiet evening of Celtic Christmas tunes. You can listen to the first show right here: http://celticmusicpodcast.com/187

Since I'll be gone for a while, I'm starting to work on the last episode of the year too. This will be a New Years Eve episode. But ye know what, Patrons of the Podcast can download and enjoy these shows BEFORE the holiday begins. All three will be released to my Patrons and Song Hengers by this Friday.

Subscribe and show your support of Celtic music for Christmas. http://celticmusicpodcast.com/patreon/

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HELP "FAIRYTALE OF NEW YORK" TOP THE CHARTS FOR CHRISTMAS, TODAY!

Today is the big day. Can we push "Fairy Tale of New York to #1 on the charts for Christmas? I need your help. Buy the album here: http://celticmusicpodcast.com/FairytaleOfNewYork

Then you can find more great tips on how and WHY we should make this happen.
http://celticmusicpodcast.com/2014/help-fairytale-of-new-york-top-the-celtic-charts/

CELTIC CHRISTMAS TRADITIONS

Have you ever wondered what are some of the Irish and Celtic traditions that have evolved around Christmas? There are a number of articles out there. You can learn more about them when you subscribe to the latest episode of the Celtic Christmas Podcast at http://CelticChristmasPodcast.com

And if you want to find out more about MY newest album, I am currently publishing a 12-part series of Celtic Christmas music and stories that you can download for free. Subscribe on my Celtic Christmas music website at http://celticchristmasmusic.net/. You may even learn something new about Celtic Christmas music or find a new album...

Thank you for supporting indie Celtic music and the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast.

Have a great holiday and Nollaig Shona Daoibh (Merry Christmas to You!)
Marc Gunn, The Celtfather

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