Thank God for “Celtic Music”!
“Celtic music” is a marketing term used to define the sound and music of the Celts. I’ve used it to promote my Celtic Music Magazine and my Irish & Celtic Music Podcast and a LOT of my websites....
View ArticleIreland Myths & Truths
National motto (unofficial): Éire go deo (Ireland forever) National motto: Fé Mhóid Bheith Saor (Sworn to be free) It is the nature of the Irish to tell a good story. Story telling is an art the...
View ArticleThe Ravishing Genius Indeed
Ages ago, a friend of mine handed me a Celtic music compilation CD, claiming that I should explore and expand my musical horizons. Not willing to mistakenly being perceived uncooperative but quite...
View ArticleIrish Car Bomber Cupcakes
I can not resist. I promise I will not turn this music magazine into a cook book, but this recipe for sure will make everyone sing a beautiful tune of praise to the cook. I did not originate the...
View ArticleSt Patrick’s Day Message from Black 47
On one day a year, they congregated outside St. Patrick’s Cathedral off Prince Street in New York City and marched in celebration. To some of these immigrant Irish and their American born children it...
View ArticleEarly Biography of The Clancy Brothers and Tommy Makem
My most recent episode of the Pub Songs Podcast had a special feature on The Clancy Brothers and Tommy Makem. I had some audio problems with this show. So I thought I’d share the text I read for the...
View ArticleReview: Jerry McLean by Jerry McLean
Jerry McLean, having been born in County Mayo, Ireland, has it in his blood to write songs and sing. As a world traveler and currently residing in Los Angeles, the experiences of such a life bring a...
View ArticleMP3: “Sliding in the Snow” by Patrick Keith Ahern
Patrick Keith Ahern’s music ranges from rock to rock ballads and Christmas music to singer/songwriter easy listening. He was influenced by all styles of music from U2 to the Pogues. His dad, a...
View ArticleReview: “Building Canoes” by The Dunham Band
The Dunham Band is unique in that it is a family band. Benjamin and Candyce Dunham with their children, who are trained musicians, play the harp. Benjamin has spent over 15 years in building...
View ArticleJim Sharkey
Band: Jim Sharkey Homepage: http://www.jimsharkey.com CDs: SWEET ANNE’S ROAD (2015) Hometown: Roanoke, Virginia, USA (Originally from Ballaghadereen, Ireland) Description: Jim Sharkey grew up in County...
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