We added a few new patrons these past few weeks. That moves us closer to getting a 3-hour special on an off-week in June and also funds some artist reviews. But to make that happen. We need your support. Please consider making a pledge and join our Patrons of the Podcast. You'll get even more great content through your generosity.
RANDY CLEPPER | IRISH & CELTIC MUSIC MAGAZINE
- Looking for some new instrumental music to add to your collection? Give Randy Clepper a try! This gentleman has mastered quite a number of different instruments, including everything from Irish bouzouki, to tenor banjo, to the hammered dulcimer. Born in Tennessee, Randy grew up listening to a range of different musical styles, such as folk, funk, rock, and bluegrass.
IRISH & CELTIC MUSIC: BEST OF 2022 PLAYLIST
- Every week, Patrons of the Podcast vote in the Celtic Top 20. Those votes are tabulated two weeks later. The most-popular songs are added to these playlists.
- You can vote for your favorite by following the link in this week's show.
- New to the playlist: The Irish Rovers, Brobdingnagian Bards, The Selkie Girls, The Kelly Girls, One Street Over
Listen on Irish & Celtic Music on Spotify or Irish & Celtic Music on Amazon Music.
PUB SONGS & STORIES #252: IRISH COMEDY
- Have you ever driven in Ireland? The roads were not made for our modern automobiles. They’re kind of narrow. It comes with its own challenges.
- I love good, creative, interesting food. I’m happy to say The Lost Druid Brewery stands out on that front. And there’s a reason as Rob and Stacia will tell you about.
CAST YOUR VOTE IN THE CELTIC TOP 20
- Every year, I publish the Celtic Top 20. This is your pick of the best, most-popular songs of the year. But to make the show great, I need you to vote for your favorite songs in each episode.
- Just list each of the bands performing those favorite songs to quickly and easily cast your vote.
THANK YOU PATRONS OF THE PODCAST
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DERRY GUIDED TOURS | TRAVELING IN IRELAND PODCAST EPISODE 116
- Will your vacation take you through the north of Ireland? My Ulster Overview itinerary takes you through the highlights of Ulster, including the Giant’s Causeway, Belfast, and Derry – while introducing you to places along the Causeway Coast that you’ve not heard of!
KENNETH BRANAGH HONOURS ‘THE FABULOUS ISLAND OF IRELAND' IN OSCARS ACCEPTANCE SPEECH
- WRITER AND director of Belfast Kenneth Branagh has won his first ever Oscar for Best Original Screenplay at the prestigious awards.
- Speaking during his acceptance speech, Branagh said the story was “the search for hope and joy in face of violence and loss.”
MOSTLY FOLK PODCAST EPISODE 570
- The Miners, Sad Daddy, Karen Turner, Stella Prince, The Lied To's, Scott Martin, Thomas Earl, Kate Klim, Antje Duvekot, Ash & Eric, Theo & Brenna, Rain Perry, Jefferson Ross, Wally Barnick, Ben Bedford
20 UNUSUAL FACTS YOU MAY NOT HAVE KNOWN ABOUT SCOTLAND
- From the gorgeous scenery to the rich history, Scotland has so much to offer to visitors.
- The Scottish culture and big personalities of the people throughout the country are amongst the many unique and appealing aspects of our bonnie wee bit of land.
IRISH & CELTIC MUSIC PODCAST #551: THE CELTS ROCK
- Screeched Inn, Coast, The Town Pants, The Ceili Family, Banda Gaites Camín de Fierro, The Fighting Jamesons, Barleyjuice, Water Street Bridge, Ockham's Razor, Reilly, Jasper Coal, Syr, Bren Holmes, Scythian, Blaggards
- A super special thanks to our Celtic Legends: Dan mcDade, Carol Baril, Miranda Nelson, Nancie Barnett, Kevin Long, Lynda MacNeil, Annie Lorkowski, Travis Senzaki, Shawn Cali
WHAT ARE YOU DOING WHILE LISTENING?
You can send a comment or a picture of what you're doing. You can also send a photo from one of your trips to a Celtic nation or anywhere around the globe.
Slainte!
Marc Gunn, The Celtfather
March 31, 2022
How Can I Support The Newsletter?
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- Forward it to a friend
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What sort of perks are there for ongoing supporters?
- Early Episodes – a patron-only episode that is released 2-3 days before regular episodes
- Vote in Celtic Top 20 – your vote adds new tracks to our Best Of 2022 playlist on Spotify and Amazon Music
- Free Sticker – get a bumper sticker that you can put on you car to show your Celtic colors
- Music-Only Episodes – Song Henger also get music-only episodes. It's non-stop music for your ears
A Friendly Reminder
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