Over the weekend, a egging realization came over me. October is when the final preparations should be begun for any Christmas projects. I should’ve finished mine in September. Instead, I’m starting it now. I’ve had a Christmas album project on my brain for about six months. I think it’s an awesome idea. I can only hope that […]
CG058: ALEP Year and Hobbit Love
ALEP was wonderful. Now it’s another ALEP Year until the next one. You’ll have to listen to find out how an ALEP Year is. In this week’s episode, I talk about my favorite moments at ALEP. Plus, I announce a bunch of shows that are coming up. The show is brought to you by ALEP. […]
Why I Love Patreon + CD of the Month Club
I’ve talked a lot about Patreon over the past couple of months. As an artist and creator, it makes me happy. I have a lot of trouble keeping up with all the social media sites, the emails, and the blogs. There’s too much to do. Patreon makes my life simpler and it helps me to […]
Freedom Costs (Lyrics)
“Freedom Costs” lyrics and music by James “Cedric” Hazlerig Performed by Bedlam Bards & Marc Gunn From CD: Firefly Drinking Songs When you can’t run, you walk / And when you can’t walk, you crawl, If you find someone to carry you / Then rise up and stand tall. One raindrop might be nothin’ / But no […]
Less Than One Month Left to Save for Your Celtic Invasion of Ireland
Now is the time you should start planning to join me on the Celtic Invasion of Donegal, Ireland. I changed things up a lot over the past few years. I now offer discounts as well as the opportunity to split your payment up over time. But first, let me tell you about the trip so far… […]
CG057: Michael Drout Interview with a Tolkien Professor, How to Read the Silmarillion
Michael Drout is an amazing professor who teaches the works of JRR Tolkien. He’s also a regular guest of A Long Expected Party, aka ALEP, the ultimate Tolkien gathering in the world. I had the pleasure of talking to him about his love of Tolkien and he also provided valuable insight on how to read […]
#176: September Reels
Irish Celtic 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. www.celticmusicpodcast.com If you enjoy this show, then subscribe to our Celtic Music Magazine. This is our free newsletter and your guide […]
Podcast: Play in new window | Download
CG056: Jef Murray Interview at ALEP and Thoughts on Painting
Jef Murray is a fantasy artist best known for his illustrations inspired by JRR Tolkien and CS Lewis. He’s been a regular guest of ALEP these past few years. I had the overwhelming pleasure of sitting down with him to talk about his art and love of Tolkien. www.jefmurray.com If you love J.R.R. Tolkien, The […]
CG055: Bilbo Baggins Interview at ALEP 3
Every three years, much like Brigadoon, a small hobbit village arises from the mist in central Kentucky. I just got back and was able to snag an interview with one of the founders of ALEP, A Long Expected Party, the ultimate gathering of Lord of the Rings fans on the planet. Our very own Bilbo […]
CG054: Quiet Hobbits, Black 47 New CD, Celtic Christmas
I’m on the road to ALEP, The hobbit gathering in Central Kentucky. As I listen to some podcasts and CDs right, I got inspired to put out my own show and talk about some of the stuff that’s happening. Today’s show is sponsored by Audible. Get a free audiobook and a 30-day free trial at […]