Celtfather Monthly: February 2022

I’m changing things up this month. Celtfather Monthly will start with a look at what’s coming in the coming month and end with stats. CD RELEASE Selcouth will be released on February 14. I have a number of online and offline events to promote the new CD. See upcoming shows for details. HELP WANTED I […]

Best Irish & Celtic Music of 2022

Best Irish & Celtic Music of 2022

There’s a new podcast online today. I’ll tell you more about it in a moment, after I share a postcard from Ballincollig Castle in County Cork, Ireland. There are just two more weeks until the CD Release of Selcouth. I can’t wait. I’m Really proud of the new CD. It has, like, all of my […]

Pub Songs & Stories #247: Bright Side of Everything

Pub Songs & Stories #247: Bright Side of Everything

We’re gonna countdown the Top 20 Celtic Bands and Musicians of 2021 in this first episode of the year. Learn about the Bright Side of Everything, the first official single from Marc Gunn’s 24th studio album. It’s all on Pub Songs & Stories #247. WHO’S PLAYING IN THE PUB TODAY Welcome to Pub Songs & […]

Irish & Celtic Music Magazine: Wonder

Irish & Celtic Music Magazine: Wonder

We have some wonderful music to share this week on the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast. And there’s a new Spotify playlist to tell you about. 1. IRISH & CELTIC MUSIC PODCAST #540: WONDER Gerry O’Connor, The Fire, Cara Dillon, Blame Not the Bard, House of Hamill, Alisa Marie, Calan, Norse Gael, Celtic Wood, Tuatha […]

Top 10 Celtic Bands of 2021

Top 10 Celtic Bands of 2021

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 […]

Merry Christmas 2021!

Merry Christmas 2021!

Merry Christmas from me and my family. My daughter, Kenzie, even made a little kitty-infected Christmas card for you. And of course, I hope you get to enjoy one of the many Christmas gifts I have to offer, including… In the Celtic Christmas Podcast, I introduce you to three Celtic musicians with Christmas music. I […]

Postcard: Mont Saint-Michel

Postcard: Mont Saint-Michel

The thing I remember most about Mont Saint-Michel was the steps. There are a LOT of them. Wear good shoes if you ever go. That said, Mont Saint-Michel left a lasting impression on me. I remember the spectacular views, people walking on the sand during low tide, and the many interesting shops. I wish I […]