The definition of Celtic music has changed over the last fifty years. It could easily be defined as the traditional music of Ireland and Scotland. That definition no longer works. “Traditional Irish music” is a subset of Celtic music, just like “traditional Scottish music”. And “Irish music” does not automatically equal Celtic music. So what is Celtic music […]
Category Archives: Celtfather Music & Travel Podcast
CG031: What Is Indie Celtic Music?
After a wonderful CeltFather’s Day, it’s time for your weekly edition of The Celtic Geek. I thought I’d take the time to re-emphasize my goal in promoting indie Celtic music by sharing some thoughts as to what indie Celtic music is. Today’s show is brought to you by Audible. Go to marcgunn.com/audible and you’ll get […]
CG030: Does Hate Make You Feel Better?
I’m feeling extremely bothered by some recent posts on Facebook. I thought I’d share a message of education about manipulation, hate, love and forgiveness. The show is sponsored by Amazon.com. If you want to protect yourself from digital and media manipulation, then check “Influence” by Robert Cialdini. www.marcgunn.com/influence
CG029: Quidditch World Cup
The Kickstarter for Sci Fi Drinking Songs came to astoundingly awesome ending yesterday. I raised over $6000 for the CD which is far more than I hoped. However, it’s actually more like what I need. I have a lot of bills that I incurred this year with server problems. I’m still paying those off. So it looks […]
CG028: 3 Final Previews of Sci Fi Drinking Songs
There’s just three days left for my Kickstarter for Sci Fi Drinking Songs. Instead of sharing one song a day, I’m gonna share three songs that have rough mixes already. These are “Doctor of Gallifrey”, “A Boy and His Frog” and “Romulan Ale”. If you enjoy the music, I want you to do two things. […]
CG027: Those D&D Characters Died Early Mix for Sci Fi Drinking Songs
It’s time for me to share more songs from my upcoming album Sci Fi Drinking Songs. I have never written a song inspired by my many, many years playing Dungeons & Dragons. At the beginning of this year, I was back home going through boxes in my dad’s attic. I found all of my old […]
CG026: Reavers, Malcolm, Reavers Rough Mix for Sci Fi Drinking Songs
I haven’t shared any music yet from the upcoming album “Sci Fi Drinking Songs“. So I decided to put together a few songs for your listening pleasure. You can hear some of the music that will be on the album and decide if it is something that will suit you. “Reavers, Malcolm, Reavers” is one […]
CG025: Small Tour Groups Experience Adventures Better
It’s kind of tough getting back to work after 10 days on a Celtic Invasion Vacation. I actually don’t want to do it. But I have a lot to do, including returning to my weekly schedule of Celtic Geek news. www.marcgunn.com/celticgeek025 The show is brought to you by Amazon where I bought a Apogee Professional Microphone. marcgunn.com/apogeemicrophone […]
CG024: Final Days In Wales, Dublin Lessons
This year’s Celtic Invasion of Wales came to an end. I must say I’m extremely pleased with how well it worked out. Everything I have learned since I started doing trips to Ireland in 2007 and then the Invasions of 2009, it all came into a beautifully formed vacation, filled with glorious sites. good food, […]
CG023: Vicki Swan & Jonny Dyer Are AWESOME!!!
We just got back late from a trip to the Llyn Peninsula and dinner at the The Old Boathouse on Red Wharf Bay (not to be confused with Red Dwarf). It was AWESOME. I had lamb shanks and mussels. I’m Stuffed! I can barely move, let alone record another podcast. So I’m gonna share with […]
