Here are several ways to celebrate Celtic culture through music.
July 25 marks the 15 year anniversary of the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast. Perhaps this was not the best time to take a week off from the podcast. But I have a busy week ahead. So the show will be back as usual next week.
But if you want something to listen to, check out Show #6. You'll enjoy music from Vicki Swan & Jonny Dyer, StoneRing, Moch Pryderi, Enter the Haggis, The Patched Hats, Seelie Court, Eric Benson with The Boatrights, Ali Benson, Queen's Gambit, Brobdingnagian Bards, 3 Pints Gone, Sligo Rags, Hugh Morrison, Angel's Share, The Rogues.
Fortunately, there's still a lot of cool Celtic music news to share. And this week, we include a bunch of links to Celtic musicians who you can support on Patreon. There might even be some new artists I have yet feature on the podcast…
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SONG HENGE PROFILES
Lily Bentley, The Celtic Camerata, Jamie Smith's MABON
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PATREON SPOTLIGHT
Kiana has been touring professionally since she was 19. Classically trained, but an Irish fiddler all her life, she was first scouted by the world famous violin troupe Barrage and toured the world with the group for three years, performing for dignitaries and princes, arts centers, and televised specials all over the world. A particular highlight was performing Beijing Tv's televised Chinese New Year Special to 50 million viewers in the Water Cube.
Check out Kiana June’s Patreon!
CAN I TRAVEL TO IRELAND NOW? | TRAVELING IN IRELAND PODCAST EPISODE 96
If you're 2020 Ireland vacation was postponed or you are ready to beginning planning your future Irish holiday, my book Planning the Ireland Vacation of Your Dreams is a step-by-step guide to plan your magical journey.
PATREON SPOTLIGHT
My name is Roger McGuire. I'm an Irish folk & ballad singer/songwriter from Wexford in the southeast of Ireland.
I've been performing on a professional basis now for well over 20 years. I've been lucky enough to play all over my beloved Ireland both as a band member & more recently as a solo performer.
Check out Roger McGuire’s Patreon
THE BLARNEY PILGRIMS IRISH MUSIC PODCAST: EPISODE 60: DAITHI GORMLEY INTERVIEW (ACCORDION)
Last Night's Fun; Joe Cooley, a -kick-you-in-the-chest-kind-of-accordion-player'; looking for the ghosts of James Morrison and Michael Coleman on the streets of New York City. Translating the music of the fiddle into the language of the box; a grandmother's treasure trove of recordings for the aspiring musician; the chancey magic of a recording session with the right people at the right time.
PATREON SPOTLIGHT
Hello fellow culture seeker!
My name is Sinead Hayes and I am an Irish orchestral conductor. For more information check out my Sinead Hayes – Conductor website.
BUT…I am also an Irish fiddle player. Ever since my dad bought me my first fiddle at the age of 7, I've been hooked. Now I want to share my passion for Irish music with the wider world, and with you!
RENAISSANCE FESTIVAL PODCAST: W X Y Z
Wakefire, Water Street Bridge, Whirly Jig, Whiskey Bards, Whiskey Bay Rovers Wicked Tinkers, Gypsy Rox, Gypsy Rox, Fugli, Withe & Stone, Wolgemut, Voltaire, Village Idiots, Ye Banished Privateers, Zoe Alexander
PATREON SPOTLIGHT
Four sort of Irish lads from Brum, playing Irish folk, rebel songs and some other stuff. Known for “Fairytale of New Street”. Bookings welcomed!
CELT IN A TWIST JULY 26, 2020
From the Sandlot with The Dropkick Murphys to Sisters Doing It For Themselves with The Duhks. 14 tasty slices of today's Celtic!
PATREON SPOTLIGHT
The Darkeyed Musician is a musical storyteller, weaving enchanting fantasy tales of love, loss and heroism with Celtic-style instrumentation and dark, haunting vocals.
Visit the Darkeyed Musician’s Patreon!
MOSTLY FOLK PODCAST EPISODE 484
Emily West, Midnight Shine, Everest Rising, Ben Rounds, Ben Bedford, Joe Iadanza, Bruce T. Carroll, Suzanne Vega, Ghosthorse, Vincent Cross, Angel Baribeau, Eliza Gilkyson, Pharis & Jason Romero, Nanci Griffith
PATREON SPOTLIGHT
I'm Anne Roos, and I play the Celtic harp. But I don't just play Celtic music! I love to get inventive with it and perform for you! Every performance is a unique experience that intertwines a bit of storytelling, humor, and of course, fabulous harp music!
THANK YOU PATRONS OF THE PODCAST
Because of Your kind and generous support, this show comes out every week. You can pledge a dollar or more per episode and cap how much you want to spend each month over on Patreon.
Your generosity funds the creation, promotion and production of the show. It allows us to attract new listeners and to help our community grow. Plus, you get to hear episodes before regular listeners. When we hit a milestone, you get an extra-long episode.
A super special thanks to our Celtic Legends: Konni, Craig H, Richard, G, Alison S, Not Higgins
You can become a generous Patron of the Podcast on Patreon at http://songhenge.com
DON’T MISS LAST WEEK’S SHOW
Did you listen yet? Once you're done, make sure you VOTE in the Celtic Top 20. You will help me create next year's Best Celtic Music of 2019.
What are you doing today while listening? The easiest way to let me know is to email me right now. Send a comment or a picture of what your doing. You can also send a photo from one of your trips to a Celtic nation.
Slainte!
Marc Gunn, The Celtfather
July 30, 2020
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