I was flamed today. And I deserved it. A couple weeks ago, I made a post about Celtic Thunder. It’s a new… let’s say, show, because it’s not really a band. It’s a lot like Celtic Women, and I admit, I’m not a huge fan of theirs. So when I saw this latest… addition… to […]
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Why A “Cat” Is Called A “Cat”
The English word “cat” is very similar to the word used for our feline pets in other languages spoken in Europe and around the Mediterranean. The table below lists the word for cat and the language: Kat Dutch chat French Katze German gatta Greek kottur Icelandic gatto Italian qattus Maltean katt Norwegian kot Polish gato […]
New Folk Music Shop in Austin
From Doc Grauzer: Hello all! Thought I’d send out the word about a new music shop called “Fiddler’s Green”, which is at 1809 West 35th Street, pretty much across the street from Things Celtic. They just opened up on Monday, and I found them just today when I went to see Kimberly at work. So–a […]
A Bard’s Song Medley
by Chris Cooper Heres a story, a little bit gory, a little bit happy, a little bit sadA long time ago, in a pub far away,I sat on a barstool, just drinking away, I had one pint of beer, and one shot of scotchand I drank one to many shots with Darth Maul. The next […]
Giving Thanks with Compilation CDs that Benefit Non-Profits
Every three months, I do so something rather atypical for struggling, indie musicians, I give away a lot of money. Now I don’t do so lightly. It’s not like I can afford to dig into my pockets and pull out a ton of cash. I’m still struggling to make ends meat like the next musician. […]
Recovering with Guilty Pleasures
Oy! Haven’t written anything in a bit. Turns out I had the flu. [sarcasm]What a lovely birthday present![/sarcasm] I survived, T.G., and I’m slowly recovering. The cough still remains. But I’m hopeful I’ll be rid of that in another week at least. Meanwhile, I’m finally starting to get back to doing work. I pretty much […]
Celtophilia
My friend Mike started a new website reviewing Celtic CDs. It’s called Celtophilia. He and Bonnie give a his and her perspective on various Celtic albums with noble results.
7 Proven Remedies for Relieving Indigestion & Heartburn
Who hasn’t bolted upright in the night, awakened by a sudden and terrible burning sensation in the pit of their stomach? Whether you indulged in some overly spicy chili, or overdid it on those late-night leftovers, these quick heartburn remedies will soothe your fiery stomach and help you get back to sleep! 1. The first […]
Irish Christmas Traditions
Ireland, like most countries, has a number of Christmas traditions that are all of its own. Many of these customs have their root in the time when the Gaelic culture and religion of the country were being supressed and it is perhaps because of that they have survived into modern times. THE CANDLE IN THE […]
Clan Gunn
The name Gunn is thought to be Norse in origin, the clan claiming descent from Gunni, grandson of Sweyn Asleifsson, “the Ultimate Viking” and second son of Olaf the Black, Norse King of Man and the Isles who died in 1237. Noted for their war-like and ferocious character, they were sworn enemies of the Keiths […]
