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I confess I was a bit surprised when I came to Atlanta and couldn’t find many Celtic musicians. Admittedly, I don’t fit into most Irish sessions. A singer who plays autoharp just doesn’t work great. Nevertheless, it’s important to support our local communities. It strengthens the community and brings people together. That’s even more important […]
You know that phrase “Buy Local”. It’s not just about buying to me. It’s about supporting your local community or communities. I play Celtic music in Atlanta, Georgia. So I am highlighting Atlanta Celtic musicians, music, and culture in this latest blog feature with Duncan McLauchlan. My next CD, Selcouth, will be out on February 14. “Selcouth” […]
I saw something interesting last year. It was about the legacy of St Patrick. I saw several memes pointing out darker side of St Patrick’s Day. I feel like a day of reckoning is coming. Much like it came with Christopher Columbus and other historical figures and holidays. First let me say, I am not […]
Every “best of” list is a difficult thing to compile. While it so great to be able to share a collection of wonderful bands, it never sums up all of the wonderful music being made throughout the year. This is as true twenty years ago as it is today. That said, certain Celtic bands just […]
The Muckers are an Atlanta-based Celtic band with a punk flair. I asked them to record on my next CD, Selcouth. The album comes out on February 14. I thought The Muckers would make a great start to a new blog series where I highlight Celtic music groups from my new home, Atlanta, Georgia. The […]
After several months of putting out Pub Songs & Stories on a weekly basis as a test to see if I can do that with this podcast, I decided that I can. I also decided I shouldn’t. I keep thinking about quality of life. What do I want my life with music to be? Years […]
Greetings Gunn Runner Is Black Friday an ethical holiday? Overcoming fear is the theme of a new song inspired by the hobbit. Top 10 songs on Spotify. It’s all on my monthly update, Celtfather Unkilted, show #287. The podcast is brought to you by my amazing Patrons in the Gunn Runners Club on Patreon. I […]
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I’m thinking about the future of the Celtic Christmas Podcast…at least as a podcast. I love the podcast format. I love being able to share music with people, to help them find something new and wonderful. The Irish & Celtic Music Podcast is a beacon of new music. There’s nothing else like it online… at […]
The United Nations Climate Change Conference takes place in Glasgow this weekend. Climate Change is a serious issue. It’s been on my mind a lot the last few years. I’m worried about the world that we are passing on to our children, to my daughters. I’m seriously thinking about I can get involved in making […]
I just saw the news that John Whelan was getting his first job since he became a full-time musician 50 years ago. I’ll be honest I do not know his music at all. I couldn’t tell you what albums he has or who he’s played with. But I know OF him. People in the Celtic […]
