Jamie here…Ach achon ach am toirsech monuar! That's Irish for “Alas, I am so tired, alas!” The first “Alas” is because I – like everyone else who was there – am exhausted and the second because I have to wait another year for Dragon*Con…

Marc utterly triumphed – his first two shows were terrific, but the last one was amazing! The Filk Track Room was standing-room only. Lots of great friends and fans from the past and lots of new ones, too. And his new T-shirt, “Kilted for Her Pleasure,” was a sell-out – I think every man in kilt bought one. (Marc's reordering, so you can get yours soon.) The new CD, “Happy Songs of Death,” sold very well, as did “What Color is Your Dragon.” And the “Happy Songs” fans – by which I mean the kind that cool you off, not you wonderful people – were a big hit in the sultry confines of the Marriott.

Marc got to meet Felicia Day! And NOT at the Walk of Fame! Clever Lisa, who helped Marc at the table, had the good sense to take her a copy of “Happy Songs,” and she jumped and squealed and later told me when I was at the Walk of Fame that she could not wait to listen to it.

As usual, Dragon*Con is the only party that can give my hometown event – Mardi Gras – a run for its money in terms of joy and energy and enormous creativity by everyone there. This was the year of Steampunk – or more precisely, alternate history. I wish I had a dollar for every pair of goggles I saw. I costumed up as Mina Murray from “League of Extraordinary Gentlemen” for my panel, which turned out to be a blast because a guy who worked on the film showed up and joined the panel – three sheets to the wind but hilarious.

Whew! Now, Marc gets to go off and recover in Ireland on a Celtic Vacation (and be thinking about Scotland next May) while I stay home and finish up the plans for next year. Don't forget that house concerts are my favorite way for folks to enjoy Marc's music! We just booked another one on April 23rd in Nebraska, so this is the chance for any of you fans out in the Colorado/Nebraska area to book Marc now. Do it soon or the best days of the week will be gone! Just send me an email at booking@marcgunn.com, and I'll be happy to send along our house concert guide and poster.

Special thanks to everyone we saw at Dragon*Con. Thanks for your support of Marc as a solo performer and songwriter. It was great to see you all!

Peace and love-
Jamie

Listen to the Song of the Week: “Johnny Jump Up” from Happy Songs of Death Now on Sale!

This Week:

Marc's New Shirt: “Kilted For Her Pleasure” is now on sale in the Gunn Store. 😉

ALEP Returns: A Long Expected Party was one of the most-amazing times of my life. I had the pleasure of performing at this reenactment of Bilbo Baggins' birthday. It was spectacular. And I am happy to announce they are planning another one for the last weekend of September 2011. Mark your calendars. You don't want to miss it!

The third Celtic Invasion Vacation to Scotland is scheduled. Make sure you send in your deposit and registration form ASAP. There is limited space and a lot of folks who want to go. I hope to see you there.

Quote of the Week: “A man who won't die for something is not fit to live.” Martin Luther King

CD of the Week: Lyrics of Gold – Songs of Robert Burns by Ed Miller. A beautifully produced and sung collection of 16 songs by Scotland's National Bard, Robert Burns.

Book of the Week: The Blood Books, Vol. 1 (Blood Price / Blood Trail) by Tanya Huff. Vicki Nelson is an ex-homicide cop turned private detective. Mike Celluci, Vicki's former parter, is still on the force. Henry Fitzroy is an author of bodice rippers-and a vampire. Together, the trio find themselves caught up in mysteries with a supernatural slant-from demons to werewolves and every otherworldly creature in between.

Funny Shirt: “Lincoln Shot First”

Promotion of the Week: Post your iMix review the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast. You can help promote my music by reviewing this iMix of music from the podcast. There's a TON of great music to choose from. And while you're there, buy a song or the set.

Celtic Music Reviews and Features: Review: “Beer Belly” by Paddy's Boots, Review: “Out on The Ocean” by BardicRose, Review: “For My Grandfathers” by Terry Griffith, Review: “Thistle” by Scott Boswell, MP3: “Play For Them” by The Booze Brothers

Marc Gunn in the News:

Rhetta posted her encounter with me at DragonCon.

Whispers from Space mentioned my involvement with ALEP.

UPCOMING GIGS. Don't forget to make a demand to see me perform. Want me to see where I plan to tour this summer?

9.16-23 (DINGLE, IRELAND) Celtic Invasion of Ireland
10.23-25 (DENVER, CO) MileHiCon
10.30 (NEW ORLEANS, LA) Anne Rice's Vampire Lestat Fan Club's “Blood and Gold” Ball
11.7-12.13 (ROBERT, LA) Louisiana Renaissance Festival

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