Irish and Celtic Music Podcast

Enjoy a taste of Celtic music found at Renaissance Festivals in this week's show with Celtic music from Abby Green, Craig of Farrington, Darcy Nair, Darren Raleigh, Emily Kellam, Ceann, Jesse Linder, The Jolly Rogues, Kilted Kings, Lindsay Smith, The Merry Wives of Windsor, Shillelagh Law, Tullamore, 3 Pints Gone.

Listen and download 34 Celtic MP3s for Free! http://celticmusicpodcast.com

Subscribe to the Celtic Music Magazine. This is our free newsletter and your guide to the latest Celtic music and podcast news. Remember to support the artists who support this podcast: buy their CDs, download their MP3s, see their shows, and drop them an email to let them know you heard them on the Irish and Celtic Music Podcast. http://bestcelticmusic.net

TODAY'S SHOW IS BROUGHT TO YOU
BY RENAISSANCE FESTIVAL PODCAST
The Renaissance Festival Podcast is a twice-monthly show of music and entertainment found at Renaissance Festivals. http://renaissancefestivalmusic.com

NOTES
* Helping you celebrate Celtic culture through music. My name is Marc Gunn. I am a Celtic and Geek musician and podcaster. This podcast is dedicated to indie Celtic music. I want to ask you to help these artists. Share the show with your friends. You can find more episodes at celticmusicpodcast.com. And you can support for this show on Patreon.

* CELTIC PODCAST NEWS

The Irish & Celtic Music Podcast exists on the generosity of our Patrons of the Podcast. You can pledge as little as $1 per episode to pay for the production of this podcast, as well as my time in producing the show. You'll even get shows before regular listeners and my deepest thanks. Patrons also help me pick the next 2-hour special milestone. Become a patron today to celebrate Celtic culture through music! http://patreon.com/celticpodcast

* I WANT YOUR FEEDBACK: What are you doing today while listening to the podcast? You can send a written comment along with a picture of what you're doing while listening. Email a voicemail message to celticpodcast@gmail.com

THIS WEEK IN CELTIC MUSIC
"Red is the Rose" by Abby Green from Why Should I

"What Thing is Love!" by Craig of Farrington from Naughty

"Lagan Love" by Darcy Nair from I Fell My Heart Fly

"Cavan Girl" by Darren Raleigh from Silverwheel

"Mourning Dove" by Emily Kellam from Waves on the Shore

"Until Death Does its Part" by Ceann from Making Friends

"Black Is the Color" by Jesse Linder from Crescent Moon

"Broom of the Cowdenknows" by The Jolly Rogues from The Jolly Rogues

"Name on My Soul" by Kilted Kings from Kilted Kings

"Take You with Me" by Lindsay Smith from Beautiful Life

"The True Lover's Farewell" by The Merry Wives of Windsor from Here's to the Men

"I Never Will Marry" by Shillelagh Law from Songs From the Bridge

"Will Ye Go, Lassie" by Tullamore from Wild And Wicked Youth

"When Will We Be Married" by 3 Pints Gone from Auld Lang Syne

VOTE IN THE CELTIC TOP 20. It's easier than ever to do. Just list the show number, and the name of one or two bands. That's it. You can vote once for each episode help me create next year's Best Celtic music of 2017 episode. http://bestcelticmusic.net/vote/

The Irish & Celtic Music Podcast was produced by Marc Gunn, The Celtfather. To subscribe, go to iTunes or to our website where you can become a Patron of the Podcast for as little as $1 per episode. Promote Celtic culture through music at http://celticmusicpodcast.com .

Wherever you may roam, you'll enjoy an hour of great indie Celtic music from We Banjo 3, Chrissy Crowley, Vicki Swan & Jonny Dyer, Patrick D'Arcy, Rogue Diplomats, Marc Gunn, Alasdair White, Jesse Fergusonm Tara Hill, An Taisdeal, Dom Duff, McCrae's Battalion, The Celtic Reggae Revolution, Battlelegs, The Elders.

Listen. Like. Share. Then download 34 Celtic MP3s for Free! http://celticmusicpodcast.com

Subscribe to the Celtic Music Magazine. This is our free newsletter and your guide to the latest Celtic music and podcast news. Remember to support the artists who support this podcast: buy their CDs, download their MP3s, see their shows, and drop them an email to let them know you heard them on the Irish and Celtic Music Podcast. http://bestcelticmusic.net

TODAY'S SHOW IS BROUGHT TO YOU
BY CELTIC INVASION VACATIONS
Every year, I take Celtic music fans on an adventure of a lifetime. This is not your typical wham-bam-thank you m'aam tour. We travel in small groups. We explore the Celtic history of different regions. We don't need to see everything, because this is a vacation. Instead, our invasion brings out the relaxation and magic of our adventure. In 2018, you can join me on a Celtic Invasion of the Isle of Skye in Scotland. Sign up to the mailing list at http://celticinvasion.com

NOTES
* Helping you celebrate Celtic culture through music. My name is Marc Gunn. I am a Celtic and Geek musician and podcaster. This podcast is dedicated to indie Celtic music. I want to ask you to help these artists. Share the show with your friends. You can find more episodes at celticmusicpodcast.com. And you can support for this show on Patreon.

* CELTIC PODCAST NEWS

The Screaming Orphans new album is now on sale. It's called Taproom.

I made some changes to the Permission form on the website at 4celts.com. It turns out I never received several forms from bands who submitted. So now I've moved it all to a Google Form. If you're a band who submitted in the past month, feel free to resubmit. And if you're a new band or band with a new album, please use the form as well. I do ask that artists resubmit their permission with each new album. The form is a lot simpler to complete. Go check it out at http://4celts.com/

The Irish & Celtic Music Podcast exists on the generosity of our Patrons of the Podcast. You can pledge as little as $1 per episode to pay for the production of this podcast, as well as my time in producing the show. You'll even get shows before regular listeners and my deepest thanks. I want to thank our newest patron: Kevin Crosson. Patrons also help me pick the next 2-hour special milestone. Become a patron today to celebrate Celtic culture through music! http://patreon.com/celticpodcast

* I WANT YOUR FEEDBACK: What are you doing today while listening to the podcast? You can send a written comment along with a picture of what you're doing while listening. Email a voicemail message to celticpodcast@gmail.com

Nikitas Thlimmenos emailed: "hey there! I'm Nikitas, an Italian/Greek pharmacist. I just found out about the podcast and I'm listening to all the episodes starting from the last one and going backward, which is weird but awesome nonetheless. While I listen to the music I'm always making capsules. It's the kind of long, mindless work that needs some good music :) Keep up the good work!'"

Daniel Faigin emailed about the Woodsongs podcast at woodsongs.com . They are about to release a Celtic and Country episode. He wrote: "By my count, this should be show 902 or something like that. You can alert the listeners to your podcast to check the archives for more Celtic music."

You can find other Celtic podcasts on my podcast website at http://magenetwork.com/

Erin Nix emailed: "Hi Marc! As always, I adore each episode. I keep forgetting to send in a picture of what I'm doing, mostly because all I'm doing is just whatever I have going on that day. I used to listen while riding the bus and walking to my job. I listened on the weekends doing yard work. Now I listen while doing artwork. This podcast is the soundtrack of my life. :) So here are all the pictures, plus one from Ireland I took. After going to Ireland, I searched and found your podcast to keep Celtic music in my life. I can't believe that was 9.5 years ago already. Looking forward to the next 10+ years of the podcast. ;)"

THIS WEEK IN CELTIC MUSIC
0:14 "Good Time Old Time" by We Banjo 3 from String Theory

5:00 "Doodlesack Jigs" by Chrissy Crowley from Last Night's Fun

8:03 "Paper of Pins" by Vicki Swan & Jonny Dyer from Paper of Pins

13:17 "Reels: John Kelly's Concertina Reel/Tom Keane's" by Patrick D'Arcy from Wallop the Spot

15:40 "Old Brown Ale" by Rogue Diplomats from Whiskey Picnic

19:07 CELTIC PODCAST NEWS

21:51 "Wherever I May Roam" by Marc Gunn from Single

24:41 "The Cockerel in the Creel" by Alasdair White from An Clar Geal (The White Album)

28:27 "Haul Away, Joe!" by Jesse Ferguson from Folk Favourites

32:44 "March on Tara/Queen Maeve's Dance" by Tara Hill from Hot Asphalt

35:18 "The Reason I Left Mullingar" by An Taisdeal from Home Recordings

41:10 CELTIC FEEDBACK

43:42 "Babel Pow Wow" by Dom Duff from Babel Pow Wow

46:26 "Billy McConnell" by McCrae's Battalion from Armistice Day

49:57 "London Town" by The Celtic Reggae Revolution from Everything Comes to those who wait

53:14 "Nord Mead" by Battlelegs from Facemelt Friday

56:38 "Moore St. Girls" by The Elders from American Wake

VOTE IN THE CELTIC TOP 20 . It's easier than ever to do. Just list the show number, and the name of one or two bands. That's it. You can vote once for each episode help me create next year's Best Celtic music of 2017 episode.

The Irish & Celtic Music Podcast was produced by Marc Gunn, The Celtfather. To subscribe, go to iTunes or to our website where you can become a Patron of the Podcast for as little as $1 per episode. Promote Celtic culture through music at http://celticmusicpodcast.com .

We have special feature on Temple Records this week along with new Celtic music from Alasdair White, Black Market Haggis, The Ne'er Duwels, David Curley & Mick Broderick, Sarah Copus, Arise & Go, Battlefield Band, Mike Katz, Christine Primrose, Peter Nardini, Kellswater Bridge, Dene Foye, Eamonn Flynn, Rogue Diplomats, Plastic Paddy.

Listen. Like. Share. Then download 34 Celtic MP3s for Free! http://celticmusicpodcast.com

Subscribe to the Celtic Music Magazine. This is our free newsletter and your guide to the latest Celtic music and podcast news. Remember to support the artists who support this podcast: buy their CDs, download their MP3s, see their shows, and drop them an email to let them know you heard them on the Irish and Celtic Music Podcast. http://bestcelticmusic.net

Today's show is brought to you by Louisville Irish Fest
The Louisville Irish Fest is held on the final weekend in September of each year and features traditional Food, Unique Gifts, Children’s Events, Irish Dancing, Libations and Music from the Emerald Isle. Enjoy music from Blarney Castle, Runa, and Keltricity.
http://louisvilleirishfest.com .

Notes
* Helping you celebrate Celtic culture through music. My name is Marc Gunn. I am a Celtic and Geek musician and podcaster. This podcast is dedicated to indie Celtic music. These are the bands who are usually trying to make it without a record label. I have a caveat about that today. I'll tell you about it in a moment. I want to ask for your help to bring these artists the attention they deserve by sharing the show with your friends. You can find more episodes at celticmusicpodcast.com . And you can support for this show on Patreon.

There are a lot of small record labels who are doing great things for Celtic musicians. One of those is Temple Records. That's the label of Battlefield Band. In addition to releasing music by Battlefield Band, the label also helps small artists who are doing great things for Scottish music. Like Christine Primrose.

About the time I was finishing up the 2-hour Scottish Music show, episode #317, Temple Records sent me music from Christine Primrose. She sings in Scots Gaelic I thought she'd be a great addition to the show. I asked if they had any other music. But I didn't receive anything until the day after I published the show.

So today, I'm gonna highlight several artists from Temple Records, including the first band.

* CELTIC PODCAST NEWS

I want start by thanking everyone who picked up the 2017 Sainted Song Henger Special and collected the 10 bonus CDs from my Celtic music arhive. I really appreciate your support of this show. The collection is still on sale along with podcast t-shirts, but of course, you'll have to do without the bonus CDs. You can find all of our swag and compilation CDs in our store at http://bestcelticmusic.net/shop/

The Irish & Celtic Music Podcast exists on the generosity of our Patrons of the Podcast. You can pledge as little as $1 per episode to pay for the production of this podcast, as well as my time in producing the show. You'll even get shows before regular listeners and my deepest thanks. I want to thank our newest patron: Kevin Crosson. Patrons also help me pick the next 2-hour special milestone. Become a patron today to celebrate Celtic culture through music! http://patreon.com/celticpodcast

Finally, check out http://AmeriCeltic.net . Tony Becket setup this website "to restore awareness, celebrate and preserve the culture and history of Celtic Americans by promoting live Celtic music, festivals, history & ancestry." He's working primarily with Northern California Celtic performers. And he has a YouTube channel which could use your love.

Celtic music and culture is a relatively small community. I mean, if all of the Scottish, Irish, and Welsh ancestry people united, we'd have one heck of a cultural impact. Instead, it's limited mostly to St. Patrick's Day. That's a shame. So I'd like to ask your help of spreading the word about AmeriCeltic. And I'd also encourage you to start your own local Celtic community. Help get the word out about your musicians and cultural organizations. Let's keep Celtic culture growing!

And if you have a local organization, let me know. I'd be happy to either mention it here, or better yet, list it in our Celtic Music Magazine.

* I WANT YOUR FEEDBACK: What are you doing today while listening to the podcast? You can send a written comment along with a picture of what you're doing while listening. Email a voicemail message to celticpodcast@gmail.com

KToo posted on iTunes: "Excellent variety of Celtic music, from trad to Celtic influence. I look forward to each new episode"

Charline Grilhé emailed: "Hi Marc ! I discovered your podcast last Saturday. I just arrived in Dublin for the first time of my life for a crazy trip. I came from Paris to support Ben for a historical fencing competition followed by walking across the west coast of Ireland. Sadly I just lost my personal phone so I had no music to listen to and no Internet outside of our B&B. So I was looking for some podcasts. I discovered yours!

It was a pleasure to listen to your playlist all week, during the competition and then on the wonderful cliffs of Black Head walking to Moher, in the bus to Dublin, in the plane back to Paris and finally, in my tub with a little tear thinking about this incredible trip and awesome people. Thank you for being a part of this. I'll continue to listen to your podcast until the next time ! Best, Charlie"

Zak Kennedy emailed: "I listened to Episode 319 while mowing my yard and a few other chores around the house. I have also played other episodes while driving for my local transit agency. Had a few people ask what I was listening to and said they enjoyed it. I've downloaded a couple of older episodes that I missed to listen to in the run up to this year's Dublin Irish Festival. Have you been to it as a presenter or performer? Keep up the great work!"

This Week in Celtic Music
0:25 "The Weatherman" by Alasdair White from An Clar Geal (The White Album)

5:53 "The Moontown Set" by Black Market Haggis from Better Than It Sounds

8:01 "You're the One" by The Ne'er Duwels from The Ne'er Duwels

11:14 "Lucking Out" by David Curley & Mick Broderick from A Brand New Day

13:25 "Gleanntain Ghlas Ghaoth Dobhair" by Sarah Copus from Moorland Winds

16:12 "Danse du Sauvage, Reel du Pendu" by Arise & Go from Arise & Go - EP

20:56 CELTIC PODCAST NEWS

23:24 "Fling & Reels: The Whole Chicken in the Soup / Largo’s Fairy Dance / The Kerryman’s Daughter" by Battlefield Band with Don Meade, Tony Demarco & Robin Morton from Beg & Borrow

26:44 "Dark Lowers the Night/A Month of Sundays" by Mike Katz from A Month of Sundays

30:40 "Thig an Smeòrach as t-Earrach (The Thrush Comes in Spring)" by Christine Primrose from Gràdh is Gonadh - Guth ag aithris (Love and Loss - A Lone Voice)

35:30 "The Ballad of Lawrence Orange and Eugene Green" by Peter Nardini from Is there anybody out there?

42:22 CELTIC FEEDBACK

44:48 "Follow On" by Kellswater Bridge from As The Story Goes

50:49 "Wild Rover No More" by Dene Foye from For the Love of Haggis

53:28 "Thugamar Féin an Samhradh Linn" by Eamonn Flynn from The Irish Channel

55:58 "The Mermaid" by Rogue Diplomats from Whiskey Picnic

1:00:10 "Rundlets and Kilderkins" by Plastic Paddy from Lucky Enough

VOTE IN THE CELTIC TOP 20 . It's easier than ever to do. Just list the show number, and the name of one or two bands. That's it. You can vote once for each episode help me create next year's Best Celtic music of 2017 episode.

The Irish & Celtic Music Podcast was produced by Marc Gunn, The Celtfather. To subscribe, go to iTunes or to our website where you can become a Patron of the Podcast for as little as $1 per episode. Promote Celtic culture through music at celticmusicpodcast.com .

Wouldn't it be cool to have an episode featuring YOUR favorite Celtic music? Today's show is dedicated to Patron of the Podcast, Annie Lorkowski, who compiled a list of her favorite songs in featured over the past 12 years. You'll enjoy Celtic music from Mary Knickle, Heather Dale, Navan, Black 47, the Screaming Orphans, Marc Gunn, Ockham's Razor, Merry Wives of Windsor, MacTalla Mor, Coyote Run, Ciara Considine, The Borrowed Angels, The Blarney Rebel Band, Trip McCool, Ceann, BOWI, John Byrne Band, Derek Warfield and the Young Wolftones, Jesse Ferguson.

Listen. Like. Share. Then download 34 Celtic MP3s for Free! http://celticmusicpodcast.com

Subscribe to the Celtic Music Magazine. This is our free newsletter and your guide to the latest Celtic music and podcast news. Remember to support the artists who support this podcast: buy their CDs, download their MP3s, see their shows, and drop them an email to let them know you heard them on the Irish and Celtic Music Podcast. http://bestcelticmusic.net

Today's show is brought to you by Celtic Invasion Vacations
Every year, I take Celtic music fans on an adventure of a lifetime. This is not your typical wham-bam-thank you m'aam tour. We travel in small groups. We explore the Celtic history of different regions. We don't need to see everything, because this is a vacation. Instead, our invasion brings out the relaxation and magic of our adventure. In 2018, you can join me on a Celtic Invasion of the Isle of Skye in Scotland. Sign up to the mailing list at celticinvasion.com .

Notes
* Helping you celebrate Celtic culture through music. My name is Marc Gunn. I am a musician and podcaster. This podcast is dedicated to indie Celtic music. These are the bands who are trying to make it without a record label. I want to ask you bring these artists the attention they deserve by sharing the show with your friends. You can find more episodes at celticmusicpodcast.com. And you can support this show on Patreon.

Back in May, I knew my time would be tight this summer. So I decided to ask some of the Patrons of the Podcast if they had a Top 20 list of artists featured in the podcast. Annie Lorkowski was one of the first to respond with 20 songs. So today, I'm gonna share with you her top 20 list, in no particular order. As she said on Patreon, many are older songs because she was binge-listening from the beginning. And I found at least one that I actually don't have the music for. So we'll make do.

* CELTIC PODCAST NEWS

The Irish & Celtic Music Podcast comes out each and every week due to the generosity of people like you. Your kind pledge of as little as $1 per episode pays for the production of this podcast, as well as my time in producing the show. You get shows before regular listeners and my deepest thanks. I want to thank our newest patrons Valerie Gilliand, Paolo Bianchi, Linda Kazalski, Luke Sinclare. All of our patrons help you get a 2-hour special. Become a patron today! To celebrate Celtic culture through music.

July 31st is the last day you can purchase the 2017 Sainted Song Henger special and get 10 bonus CDs from my Celtic music archive. Go to our store at bestcelticmusic.net/shop . You'll get shirt, coffee mug, and whole bunch of awesome CDs. Your kind purchases promote Celtic music and helps support this podcast.

* I WANT YOUR FEEDBACK: What are you doing today while listening to the podcast? You can send a written comment along with a picture of what you're doing while listening. Email a voicemail message to celticpodcast@gmail.com

Erin Holman emailed: "Just wanted to say—I’m a freelance copyeditor and discovered your podcast just about a month ago (what took me so long? I have been listening to podcasts for about as long as they’ve been around!) Anyway, I think you are almost singlehandedly responsible for my recent uptick in productivity. I spent a study-abroad semester in County Galway (lived in vacation cottages just outside of Spiddal, with Galway Bay in my sightline) lo these many years ago (1991, to be exactk ;) ) and have enjoyed Celtic music well before that. Anyway, the upbeat tempo of so many Celtic songs is crucial for my focus and transports me back to ceili nights at the Hughes in Spiddal at the same time. Lucky for me, I’m just now listening to your early 2012 episodes—I’ve still got a wonderfully huge backlog to work through, and then I’ll start again. Thank you so much!"
This Week in Celtic Music
0:33 "Weave the Yarn" by Mary Knickle from Weave

5:27 "Mordred's Lullaby" by Heather Dale from Avalon

8:36 "He Mandu" by Navan from Oran nan Tonn

10:30 "James Connolly" by Black 47 from Fire of Freedom

16:28 "Rocky Road to Dublin" by the Screaming Orphans from Ballads Rule OK

23:11 "Mingulay Boat Song" by Marc Gunn from Scottish Songs of Drinking & Rebellion

27:40 "Oro Se Do Bheatha Bhaile" by Ockham's Razor from Wolves in the Walls

31:02 CELTIC PODCAST NEWS

32:06 "Mad Jenny" by the Merry Wives of Windsor from Tales from Windsor's Tavern

35:51 "Chi Mi Na Morbheanna" by MacTalla Mor from The New Colossus
he mi na morheena
41:22 "Mary Mac" by Coyote Run from Pleads the 5th

44:48 "Kilkelly Ireland" by Ciara Considine from O Mo Chroi

50:55 "Eist Eist" by The Borrowed Angels from The Borrowed Angels Singing Songs By Mazz O'Flaherty

54:00 "Stand With Me Boys" by The Blarney Rebel Band from Buy My Soul

58:24 CELTIC FEEDBACK

59:52 "Drill Ya Tarriers Drill" by Trip McCool from The Traveler

1:04:56 "Moron with the Bodhran" by Ceann from Making Friends

1:08:22 "Rolling Home" by BOWI from Dry Land

1:12:44 "Betsy Ross Bridge" by John Byrne Band from The Immigrant and the Orphan

1:16:47 "Cead Mille Failte" by Derek Warfield and the Young Wolftones from Let Ye All Be Irish Tonight

1:22:37 "Loch Lomond" by Jesse Ferguson from The Parting Glass

VOTE IN THE CELTIC TOP 20 . It's easier than ever to do. Just list the show number, and the name of one or two bands. That's it. You can vote once for each episode help me create next year's Best Celtic music of 2017 episode.

The Irish & Celtic Music Podcast was produced by Marc Gunn, The Celtfather. To subscribe, go to iTunes or to our website where you can become a Patron of the Podcast for as little as $1 per episode. Promote Celtic culture through music at celticmusicpodcast.com .

The Celtic music of tomorrow is here today with lots of new music from Rattle the Knee, Peat in the Creel, Kellswater Bridge, Bridgid's Cross, Sarah Copus, Jesse Ferguson, Cormac Gannon, Shauna Mullin, Devils Water, Robbi McMillen, Laura McGhee, Battlelegs, Sprag Session, Preab Meadar, The Changing Room.

Listen. Like. Share. Then download 34 Celtic MP3s for Free! http://celticmusicpodcast.com

Subscribe to the Celtic Music Magazine. This is our free newsletter and your guide to the latest Celtic music and podcast news. Remember to support the artists who support this podcast: buy their CDs, download their MP3s, see their shows, and drop them an email to let them know you heard them on the Irish and Celtic Music Podcast. http://bestcelticmusic.net

Today's show is brought to you by Celtic Invasion Vacations
Every year, I take Celtic music fans on an adventure of a lifetime. This is not your typical wham-bam-thank you m'aam tour. We travel in small groups. We explore the Celtic history of different regions. We don't need to see everything, because this is a vacation. Instead, our invasion brings out the relaxation and magic of our adventure. In 2018, you can join me on a Celtic Invasion of the Isle of Skye in Scotland. Sign up to the mailing list at celticinvasion.com .

Notes
* Helping you celebrate Celtic culture through music. My name is Marc Gunn. I am a musician and podcaster. This podcast is dedicated to indie Celtic music. Most of these bands are accomplishing great things in their local communities without the help of a record label or publicist. I want to ask you bring these artists the attention they deserve by sharing the show with your friends. You can find more episodes at celticmusicpodcast.com. And you can support this show on Patreon.

* CELTIC PODCAST NEWS

The Irish & Celtic Music Podcast comes out each and every week due to the generosity of people like you. Your kind pledge of as little as $1 per episode pays for the production of this podcast, as well as my time in producing the show. You get shows before regular listeners and my deepest thanks. I want to thank to our newest patrons Kim Fieldstad. All of our patrons help you get a 2-hour special shows. Become a patron today! To celebrate Celtic culture through music.

You can now buy 2017 Irish & Celtic Music Podcast t-shirts in our store at bestcelticmusic.net/shop . In addition to the shirt, you can also enjoy the 2017 Sainted Song Henge Collection which features the new shirt, a coffee mug, and some CDs. Find all of that in our shop. Your kind purchases promotes Celtic music and helps support this podcast.

Find out more about Cateaters Pipe Band here and watch a video .

Nominate our Podcast in the Podcast Awards

* I WANT YOUR FEEDBACK: What are you doing today while listening to the podcast? You can send a written comment along with a picture of what you're doing while listening. Email a voicemail message to celticpodcast@gmail.com

Branislav Milojkovic emailed from Serbia: "Hi Marc! I've been listening to your podcast for hours now, while studying ceilis for my TCRG exam coming up in december. Thanks for doing great work and keeping us all in high spirits. Cheers!"

This Week in Celtic Music
0:32 "Stananivy-Cucanandy-Silver Slipper-Pure Drop" by Rattle the Knee from Paving and Crigging

6:17 "O' Cabalo Azul" by Peat in the Creel from The Barn Session

9:38 "Four Loom Weaver" by Kellswater Bridge from As the Story Goes

15:18 "Tam Lin/Masons Apron" by Bridgid's Cross from Live Without An Audience

18:20 "Wind on the Moor" by Sarah Copus from Moorland Winds

23:15 "I'll Tell me Ma" by Jesse Ferguson from Folk Favourites

26:32 CELTIC PODCAST NEWS

29:36 "Peata Beag Do Mhathar" by Cormac Gannon from Different

32:20 "Suantrai Seoithin Seotho" by Shauna Mullin from Wishing Tree

36:33 "Devilswater" by Devils Water from Treading the Marches

39:34 "Piurt a'Beul" by Robbi McMillen

42:44 CELTIC FEEDBACK

43:39 "Always Tomorrow" by Laura McGhee from Life Is Bigger Than a Dream

46:36 "Greenland Whale Fisheries (chiptune)" by Battlelegs from Facemelt Friday

49:05 "Good Ship Tommy Fun" by Sprag Session from Sprag Session

54:56 "The Lion and Fox (Seadnadh Mor)" by Preab Meadar from Preabmeadar

1:00:57 "A River Runs Between" by The Changing Room from A River Runs Between

VOTE IN THE CELTIC TOP 20 . It's easier than ever to do. Just list the show number, and the name of one or two bands. That's it. You can vote once for each episode help me create next year's Best Celtic music of 2017 episode.

The Irish & Celtic Music Podcast was produced by Marc Gunn, The Celtfather. To subscribe, go to iTunes or to our website where you can become a Patron of the Podcast for as little as $1 per episode. Promote Celtic culture through music at celticmusicpodcast.com .

Scotland is our musical destination this week with Scottish music from Claymore, Albannach, Cormorant's Fancy, The Sorries, Rachel Hair Trio, Old Blind Dogs, Christine Primrose, The Eben Brooks Band, NUA, New Shilling, Solas, McCrae's Battalion, Black Market Haggis, Battlefield Band, Mary Jane Lamond & Wendy MacIsaac, Sons of Malarkey, Marc Gunn, Canned Haggis, SeaStar, Sligo Rags, Zoe Alexander, Jimi McRae, Heather Dale, Tullamore, Dublin Harpers, Smithfield Fair, Donna Germano, 3 Pints Gone, Kennedy's Kitchen, The Duplets, Jenne Lennon, Bonnie Rideout, Ed Miller, Connemara Stone Company.

Listen. Like. Share. Then download 34 Celtic MP3s for Free! http://celticmusicpodcast.com

Subscribe to the Celtic Music Magazine. This is our free newsletter and your guide to the latest Celtic music and podcast news. Remember to support the artists who support this podcast: buy their CDs, download their MP3s, see their shows, and drop them an email to let them know you heard them on the Irish and Celtic Music Podcast. http://bestcelticmusic.net

Today's show is brought to you by Celtic Invasion Vacations
Every year, I take Celtic music fans on an adventure of a lifetime. This is not your typical wham-bam-thank you m'aam tour. We travel in small groups. We explore the Celtic history of different regions. We don't need to see everything, because this is a vacation. Instead, our invasion brings out the relaxation and magic of our adventure. In 2018, you can join me on a Celtic Invasion of the Isle of Skye in Scotland. Sign up to the mailing list at celticinvasion.com .

Notes
* Helping you celebrate Celtic culture through music. My name is Marc Gunn. I am a musician and podcaster. This podcast is dedicated to indie Celtic music. Most of these bands are accomplishing great things in their local communities without the help of a record label or publicist. I want to ask you bring these artists the attention they deserve by sharing the show with your friends. You can find more episodes at celticmusicpodcast.com. And you can support this show on Patreon.

* CELTIC PODCAST NEWS

The Irish & Celtic Music Podcast comes out each and every week due to the generosity of people like you. Your kind pledge of as little as $1 per episode pays for the production of this podcast, as well as my time in producing the show. You get shows before regular listeners and my deepest thanks. I want to thank to our newest patrons Kim Fieldstad. All of our patrons help you get a 2-hour special shows. Become a patron today! To celebrate Celtic culture through music.

You can now buy 2017 Irish & Celtic Music Podcast t-shirts in our store at bestcelticmusic.net/shop . In addition to the shirt, you can also enjoy the 2017 Sainted Song Henge Collection which features the new shirt, a coffee mug, and some CDs. Find all of that in our shop. Your kind purchases promotes Celtic music and helps support this podcast.

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Lukas Zmuidzinas emailed: "Hello! I've been listening to your podcast for a few years now, and have always loved discovering new bands and artists every week. Last night, I had the wonderful opportunity to go see a show by a band called the Recollective, a fairly new Celtic group. I wasn't sure if you'd heard of them, but if not, you should definitely check them out!! They played an outstanding concert, and they were all very lovely people. Thanks so much for all your hard work in creating your awesome show! Cheers"

Hank Woodward emailed: "Hi Marc, Just want to pass along another huge thank you for all you do in bringing us wonderful music through the Irish & Celtic Music podcast. Also wanted to relate a great musical experience I got to share with my son Jackson (rising 9th grade violist) about a month ago. We got to see Mithril perform with the local Johnson City (TN) Symphony Orchestra. I got to talk a bit with the fiddler, Tom Morely, and let him know that I first heard their music on the Irish & Celtic Music podcast. The performance was doubly special to us, as three of the performers in the orchestra we know personally through the music school (Suzuki Talent Education of Appalachia), where my son and I take our viola lessons. Thanks again for continuing to bring us all the fantastic music on the Irish & Celtic Music podcast. Slainte"

This Week in Celtic Music
0:35 "Scotland the Brave" by Claymore from Claymore

4:34 "Bare Arsed Bandits" by Albannach from The Sub-Zero Sessions EP

8:16 "MacPherson's Farewell/The Atholl Highlander" by Cormorant's Fancy from A Different Bird

13:41 "Dumbarton's Drums" by The Sorries from Auld Lang Syne

16:01 "Jigs for Mann" by Rachel Hair Trio from Tri

19:28 "A Ring on Her Hand" by Old Blind Dogs from Room With A View

23:50 "O A Leannain (Oh Sweatheart)" by Christine Primrose from Gràdh is Gonadh - Guth ag aithris (Love and Loss - A Lone Voice)

27:31 "Tha mi Sgith" by The Eben Brooks Band from Geek Mythology

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31:22 "The Jacobite" by NUA from FLOW

34:36 "Leezy Lindsay" by New Shilling from Live!!

40:16 "Unnamed Shetland Reel/Da Full Rigged Ship" by Solas from All These Years

43:14 "Skara Brae" by McCrae's Battalion from Armistice Day

47:10 "Angus and the Kilt" by Black Market Haggis from Better Than It Sounds

50:46 "The St. Louis Stagger / The Ass In The Graveyard / Sandy's New Chanter" by Battlefield Band from The Producer's Choice

55:02 "Air a' Ghille Tha Mo Rùn / It Is The Lad That I Love" by Mary Jane Lamond & Wendy MacIsaac from Seinn

59:47 "Marie's Wedding" by Sons of Malarkey from Gulls Lad

1:03:48 CELTIC MUSIC NEWS

1:05:06 "Scots Wha Hae" by Marc Gunn from Scottish Songs of Drinking & Rebellion

1:07:58 "Campbelltown Kiltie Ball/Black Haired Lad" by Canned Haggis from Rough Draft

1:11:25 "The Great Silkie" by SeaStar from Never Go Back

1:16:05 "The Flowers of Edinburgh" by Sligo Rags from The Night Before the Morning After

1:19:27 "Kismuil's Galley" by Zoe Alexander from Bardsong

1:22:17 "Na Criochan" by Jimi McRae from Last King of Pictland

1:27:19 "Bonny Bonny Broom" by Heather Dale from My Celtic Heart

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1:32:09 "Mormond Braes" by Tullamore from The O'Malley's Sessions

1:35:12 "A Man's A Man" by Dublin Harpers from Shenanigans

1:39:54 "Scotland, Fair Scotland" by Smithfield Fair from Scotland, Fair Scotland

1:43:22 "Ye Banks and Braes" by Donna Germano from Celtic Echoes

1:47:01 "I Will Go, I Will Go" by 3 Pints Gone from It's About Bloody Time

1:50:58 CELTIC FEEDBACK

1:53:16 "Remember Dubh Loch" by Kennedy's Kitchen from The Birds Upon the Trees

1:57:28 "The Banks of Ness, Euro Jig" by The Duplets from Leverage

2:00:20 "Bonny Portmore" by Jenne Lennon from Songs and Stillness

2:04:08 "Bert Gonnella's Jig/Lizzie Duncan's Fancy/Ron Gone" by Bonnie Rideout from Scottish Inheritance

2:07:37 "Scotland's Story" by Ed Miller from Come Awa' Wi' Me

2:11:35 "Donald McGillavry" by Connemara Stone Company from Original

VOTE IN THE CELTIC TOP 20 . It's easier than ever to do. Just list the show number, and the name of one or two bands. That's it. You can vote once for each episode help me create next year's Best Celtic music of 2017 episode.

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Irish and Celtic music from Brett Lipshutz and Randy Lee Gosa, Kindred Spirits, Steve Hawson, Carey Street, Terry Griffith, Runa, Seamus Kennedy, King Laoghaire, McGinty, Rambling Sailors, String Theory, The Here & Now, Dom Duff, The Gobshites, Greenwich Meantime, Lexington Field, We Banjo 3.

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Today's show is brought to you by Louisville Irish Fest
The Louisville Irish Fest is held on the final weekend in September of each year and features traditional Food, Unique Gifts, Children’s Events, Irish Dancing, Libations and Music from the Emerald Isle. Enjoy music from Blarney Castle, Runa, and Keltricity. louisvilleirishfest.com .

Notes
* Helping you celebrate Celtic culture through music. My name is Marc Gunn. I am a musician and podcaster. This show is dedicated to indie Celtic music, the little guys if you will. The world is full of artists who are amazing but need a helping hand. My goal is to give those people a voice. You are a part of that mission. I want to ask you to share this show and find more episodes at celticmusicpodcast.com. And you can support this show on Patreon.

* CELTIC PODCAST NEWS

The Irish & Celtic Music Podcast comes out each and every week due to the generosity of people like you. Your kind pledge of as little as $1 per episode pays for the production of this podcast, as well as my time in producing the show. You get shows before regular listeners and my deepest thanks. I want to thank to our newest patrons Kim Fieldstad, Joe Christensen. All of our patrons help you get a 2-hour special shows. Become a patron today! To celebrate Celtic culture through music.

You can now buy 2017 Irish & Celtic Music Podcast t-shirts in our store at bestcelticmusic.net/shop . In addition to the shirt, you can also enjoy the 2017 Sainted Song Henge Collection which features the new shirt, a coffee mug, and some CDs. Find all of that in our shop. Your kind purchases promotes Celtic music and helps support this podcast.

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Leslie Morrell posted in the shownotes: "Lovely program, thank you! Busy running around with morning chores with the music playing in the background but it's so nice. I think I want to really sit with it and enjoy it rather than just having it play in the background! Thanks for making all this great music available freely. Great way to find new artists and to enjoy the vast array of musicians out thereThis Week in Celtic Music
0:24 "Miss Galvin's/Ran's Dirty Vans" by Brett Lipshutz and Randy Lee Gosa from Night and Day

3:45 "Daphne" by Kindred Spirits from Dispelling All Woes

6:56 "Fac' Thu na Feidh/Leitrim's Fancy/Morpeth's Rant" by Steve Hawson from No Distance / Gan Achar

10:46 "Dunphy's/Higgins (Hornpipes)" by Carey Street from Carey Street

15:24 "For My Grandfathers" by Terry Griffith from For My Grandfathers

20:48 "Jewels on the Ocean/Michael Connell's" by Runa from Live

25:00 "Ballyneety's Walls" by Seamus Kennedy from Ireland's 32, Vol. 1

28:26 CELTIC PODCAST NEWS

29:30 "Toss the Features" by King Laoghaire from Some Irish Stew!

31:24 "Mary Mack" by McGinty from Ballads and Bar Tunes

34:05 "Patrick Street" by Rambling Sailors from Bright Shining Clear

36:57 "Casadh An Tsugain" by String Theory from String Theory

39:04 "When You and I Were True" by The Here & Now from Ladybird

42:45 CELTIC FEEDBACK

45:08 "Kael K'kwll" by Dom Duff from K'kwll

48:01 "Star of the County Down" by The Gobshites from Some of the Best

50:29 "A Girl" by Greenwich Meantime from Greenwich Meantime

53:57 "Cripple Creek" by Lexington Field from Poor Troubled Life

57:03 "Sail Away Ladies/Because It's There" by We Banjo 3 from Live in Galway

VOTE IN THE CELTIC TOP 20 . It's easier than ever to do. Just list the show number, and the name of one or two bands. That's it. You can vote once for each episode help me create next year's Best Celtic music of 2017 episode.

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Irish and Celtic music from Peat the Creel, The Willis Clan, Jesse Ferguson, Kennedy's Kitchen, Shishonnah, Laura McGhee, Jamie Smith's MABON, The Gothard Sisters, Murray McDowell, Ciara Considine, Gaelic Storm, Leaping Lulu, Celtic Cross, Brian O h'Uiginn. Listen. Like. Share. Then download 34 Celtic MP3s for Free! http://celticmusicpodcast.com

Subscribe to the Celtic Music Magazine . This is our free newsletter and your guide to the latest Celtic music and podcast news. Remember to support the artists who support this podcast: buy their CDs, download their MP3s, see their shows, and drop them an email to let them know you heard them on the Irish and Celtic Music Podcast.

Today's show is brought to you by Louisville Irish Fest
The Louisville Irish Fest is held on the final weekend in September of each year and features traditional Food, Unique Gifts, Children’s Events, Irish Dancing, Libations and Music from the Emerald Isle. Enjoy music from Blarney Castle, Runa, and Keltricity. louisvilleirishfest.com .
Notes:
* Helping you celebrate Celtic culture through music. My name is Marc Gunn. I am a musician and podcaster. This show is dedicated to indie Celtic music, the little guys if you will. The world is full of artists who are amazing but need a helping hand. My goal is to give those people a voice. You are a part of that mission. I want to ask you to share this show and find more episodes at celticmusicpodcast.com. And you can support this show on Patreon.

I am back from my Celtic Invasion of Brittany. And I'll tell you more about it in the podcast news section.

I want to send out a very very special thanks to Steve Behrens (67 Music ), Phil Duckworth (Grinning Beggar's Paddy Rock Radio ) and Shannon Heaton (Irish Music Stories ) for hosting the podcast these last three weeks.

* CELTIC PODCAST NEWS

The Irish & Celtic Music Podcast comes out each and every week due to the generosity of people like you. Your kind pledge of as little as $1 per episode pays for the production of this podcast, as well as my time in producing the show. You get shows before regular listeners and my deepest thanks. I want to thank to our newest patrons Andrew Rogers, Richard Ridley, Liisa W., Richard Ridley of Devils Water, Kathleen Becker, Jenny Trevor, River Godbee, Eugene Kohlbecker, Steven Lee. Miranda Nelson and Hank Woodward increased their pledges, and a special thanks to our Celtic Superstars: Wesley R Dunnington, Nancie, Kevin Long, Annie Lorkowski, Derek Lineberry, Lynda MacNeil, Bryan Brake, John Sharkey White II, Theresa Sullivan, John Bilderback, Shawn Cali. All of our patrons help you get a 2-hour special shows. Next up is 2-hours of Scottish music. I hope to have it out within the next couple o'weeks. Become a patron today!

You can now buy 2017 Irish & Celtic Music Podcast t-shirts in our store at bestcelticmusic.net/shop . In addition to the shirt, you can also enjoy the 2017 Sainted Song Henge Collection which features the new shirt, a coffee mug, and some CDs. Find all of that in our shop. Your kind purchases promotes Celtic music and helps support this podcast.

The Celtic Invasion of Brittany was incredible. One of the coolest things about the trip for me was learning more about the Celts before they settled in seven Celtic nations.

I emailed my Celtic Invasion Vacations subscribers telling them I was considering adding another Invasion to Venice. One person responded saying it made no sense. Because what does Venice have to do with the Celts. The answer is a lot more than you would think.

In fact, we learned in Brittany that one of the main Celtic tribes to settle the area near Vannes were the Veneti. If you follow the place names of where the Celts settled, one area was the Veneto. My step-dad is from Padova in the Veneto. Ever since I started playing Celtic music, he's experienced the Celtic influence in the Veneto which settled the region in the 9th and 10th century B.C. By the 3rd century b.c. they had migrated to Brittany in France. There's even a Po River in Carnac. The Po River is one of the main rivers in the Veneto.

The list goes on and on. I'll try and do an episode of The Celtfather podcast with more details. Needless to say, it was a fascinating glimpse of history. It's amazing to realize Celtic culture can be found throughout Europe.

If you want to experience more of the trip, I recorded a bunch of videos and set them to my music. There's a playlist on YouTube.
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLW2ZqJYHA7BDmERZdMQz-HBtz4I-zn5SV

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Aunt Margy posted on iTunes: "Fine variety of music presented with enthusiasm and a generous spirit. Producer welcomes suggestions."

Graciela de Souza Oliver emailed through the website: "Hi, I really enjoy Irish and Celtic Music podcast. I listen to it on iVoox. What is the URL on Instagram? Thanks and congratulations for the initiative!"

Rosalie Koontz emailed from Morton Grove, IL: "I just discovered your podcast and enjoyed the episodes I listened to. I shared it with my cousin and a friend. I was wondering if you have ever played any music by Spats Colombo on your podcast. They recently performed on Irish tv and I enjoy listening to them. Thank you for the great podcast."

This Week in Celtic Music
0:24 "Otter's Holt" by Peat the Creel from The Barn Session

4:37 "Blast O'Reels" by The Willis Clan from Roots

10:23"The Wind that Shakes the Barley" by Jesse Ferguson from Folk Favourites

13:28 "The Barr of Chocolate/The Smashed Potatoes" by Kennedy's Kitchen from THe Birds Upon the Trees

17:51 "I Will Carry You" by Shishonnah from Elysian Dreams

21:50 "Commemoration" by Laura McGhee from Life Is Bigger Than a Dream

24:42 CELTIC PODCAST NEWS

27:48 "Summer's Lament" by Jamie Smith's MABON from Windblown

31:28 "Midsummer Jigs" by The Gothard Sisters from Story Girl

33:58 "Summer Moon" by Murray McDowell from Summer Moon

37:22 "A Summer Dance at the Crossroads" by Ciara Considine from Beyond the Waves

40:46 CELTIC FEEDBACK

43:00 "Summer's Gone" by Gaelic Storm from How Are We Getting Home?

47:10 "Summer Storm" by Leaping Lulu from Into the West

50:13 "Summer of My Dreams" by Celtic Cross from Shores of America

55:28 "Dancing the Summer Away" by Brian O h'Uiginn from Tionchar

VOTE IN THE CELTIC TOP 20 . It's easier than ever to do. Just list the show number, and the name of one or two bands. That's it. You can vote once for each episode help me create next year's Best Celtic music of 2017 episode.

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Hear some Irish music from Shannon Heaton's amazing podcast Irish Music Stories. You'll enjoy music from John Williams, Keith Murphy, Kevin Griffin, Eoin O’Neill, Sharon Shannon, Shannon Heaton, Maeve Gilchrist, Paddy League, Karan Casey, John Gannon, Tina Lech, Kathleen Conneely, Sean Clohessy, Matt & Shannon Heaton, Seamus Connolly, Sean McComiskey, Kieran Jordan, Girsa, Liz Carroll, Daithi Sproule, Trad Youth Exchange, McCarthy Family.

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Today's show is brought to you by Patrons of the Podcast
Your generous pledge of as little as $1 per episode pays for the production of this podcast as well as my time in producing the show. You will enjoy a personal podcast feed where you can listen to the show before regular subscribers, occasional extended editions of the show, and my deepest thanks. When we hit a milestone, you get a 2-hour special. Thanks to our newest patrons. Thank you all for your generosity! Become a patron today!

Notes:
* Helping you celebrate Celtic culture through music. My name is Marc Gunn. I am a musician and podcaster. You can share this show and find more episodes at celticmusicpodcast.com. And you can support this show on Patreon.

* CELTIC PODCAST NEWS:

Subscribe to Irish Music Stories on Shannon Heaton's website. You'll also find video tutorials on her YouTube channel to learn Irish tunes.

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This Week in Celtic Music
0:16 ABOUT IRISH MUSIC STORIES - The stories behind the music

1:04 “Darley’s Reel, the Jug of Punch, Garrett Barry’s Reel” by John Williams from self titled debut

4:30 “Nous Allons a une Fete” by Keith Murphy from Bound for Canaan

7:32 “Seamus Connolly’s” (Jig) by Kevin Griffin with Eoin O’Neill, Sharon Shannon from Traditional Music from Doolin Co. Clare

10:23 “Aunt Jane’s Trip to Norway, It Goes As Follies & Eddie Duffy’s” by Shannon Heaton (flute), Maeve Gilchrist (harp), Paddy League (drums) from Blue Dress

14:58 THE GREAT IRISH SESSION

16:10 “Ae Fond Kiss” by Karan Casey from Ships in the Forest

20:10 “The Luachrachan's Jig / Hardiman’s Fancy” by John Gannon, Tina Lech, Kathleen Conneely and Sean Clohessy from From Tulla to Boston: Live at the Burren

23:42 “Golden Glove” by Matt & Shannon Heaton from Lovers’ Well

28:34 “I’m Waiting for You, The Magpie's Nest, The Thirteen Arches, The Sailor's Cravat” by Seamus Connolly from The Banks of the Shannon

33:26 CHAT WITH SEAMUS CONNOLLY AT BOSTON COLLEGE

35:06 ELEMENTAL EXPERIENCE OF IRISH MUSIC WITH SEAN CLOHESSY

36:07 “The Priest and His Boots” by Sean Clohessy , Sean McComiskey, Kieran Jordan from Cover the Buckle

37:42 “Captain, Captain” by Girsa from A Sweeter Place

41:00 “Tune for Mairead & Anna Ni Mhaonaigh” by Liz Carroll & Daithi Sproule from self titled

44:25 “The Tap Room, Galway Rambler, Mountain Road” by Matt & Shannon Heaton and Dan Gurney from archival field recording

48:51 LURE OF IRISH MUSIC

50:50 “Mug Of Brown Ale, Leg Of The Duck, Munster Buttermilk” by Trad Youth Exchange from From Tulla to Boston: Live at the Burren

52:40 “My Love is in America, The Milliner’s Daughter” by McCarthy Family from From Tulla to Boston: Live at the Burren

The Irish & Celtic Music Podcast was produced by Marc Gunn, The Celtfather. To subscribe, go to iTunes or to our website where you can become a Patron of the Podcast for as little as $1 per episode. Promote Celtic culture through music at celticmusicpodcast.com .

Grinning Beggar is taking over the show with Celtic punk from The Biblecode Sundays, The Pourmen, California Celts, McScallywag, Nevermind Nessie, The O'Reillys and the Paddyhats, Firkin, SMZB, The Wakes, Handsome Young Strangers, Black Water County, Hoist The Colors, The Peelers, In For a Penny. Listen. Like. Share. Then download 34 Celtic MP3s for Free! http://celticmusicpodcast.com

Subscribe to the Celtic Music Magazine . This is our free newsletter and your guide to the latest Celtic music and podcast news. Remember to support the artists who support this podcast: buy their CDs, download their MP3s, see their shows, and drop them an email to let them know you heard them on the Irish and Celtic Music Podcast.

Today's show is brought to you by Celtic Invasion Vacations
Every year, I take Celtic music fans on an adventure of a lifetime. This is not your typical wham-bam-thank you m'aam tour. We travel in small groups. We explore the Celtic history of different regions. We don't need to see everything, because this is a vacation. Instead, our invasion brings out the relaxation and magic of our adventure. In 2018, you can join me on a Celtic Invasion of the Isle of Skye in Scotland. Sign up to the mailing list at celticinvasion.com .

Notes:
* Helping you celebrate Celtic culture through music. My name is Marc Gunn. I am a musician and podcaster. You can share this show and find more episodes at celticmusicpodcast.com. And you can support this show on Patreon.

* CELTIC PODCAST NEWS

The Irish & Celtic Music Podcast comes out each and every week due to the generosity of people like you. Your kind pledge of as little as $1 per episode pays for the production of this podcast, as well as my time in producing the show. You get shows before regular listeners and my deepest thanks. When we hit a milestone, you get a 2-hour special. I want to thank to our newest patrons! Together, these awesome folks helped us hit our next Patreon Milestone. So I'm gonna plan 2-hours of Scottish music to be released in late June or July. Become a patron today!

You can now buy 2017 Irish & Celtic Music Podcast t-shirts in our store at bestcelticmusic.net/shop . The shirts were designed by James McDaniel II and they feature the slogan REEL CELTIC MUSIC and the podcast name. Your purchase goes toward supporting this podcast. I also put together a 2017 Sainted Song Henge Collection which features the new shirt, a coffee mug, and some CDs. You can find all of that in our shop. Your purchases help to support this podcast. So if you don't want to pledge monthly, this is a great alternative. Buy some swag.

Would you like to win some free CDs? I'm clearing out my CD collection and giving them away through my personal YouTube channel. If you would like to win, follow the link to the Summer CD Giveaway playlist for details. https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLW2ZqJYHA7BAfiLDOg4i12Y1peePqb9Dy

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This Week in Celtic Music
"Count Your Blessings" by The Biblecode Sundays from New Hazardous Design

"Day Drinking" by The Pourmen from Rise & Shine

"Ghost Ship" by California Celts from Totally Nautical: Pirate Songs of the Spanish Main

"St. Paddy's Anthem" by McScallywag from Dirty Waters

"Best of Foes" by Nevermind Nessie from Best of Foes

"The Boxer" by The O'Reillys and the Paddyhats from Sign of the Fighters

"Johnny I Hardly Knew Ye" by Firkin from Into the Night

"Ten Thousand Ways To Rebel" by SMZB from

"King's Schilling" by The Wakes from VENCEREMOS

"Poor Ned" by Handsome Young Strangers from Battle of Broken Hill

"Under Skies of Black and Blue" by Black Water County from Taking Chances

"Little Rebel" by Hoist The Colors from Mourners

"I'm Off To Kill The Devil" by The Peelers from Palace of the Fiend

"Stumblin' Home" by In For a Penny from Every Day

"Tattletale" by In For a Penny from One More Last Hurrah

"If I Get to Heaven" by In For a Penny from The Guardian Angel Sessions

VOTE IN THE CELTIC TOP 20 . It's easier than ever to do. Just list the show number, and the name of one or two bands. That's it. You can vote once for each episode help me create next year's Best Celtic music of 2017 episode.

The Irish & Celtic Music Podcast was produced by Marc Gunn, The Celtfather. To subscribe, go to iTunes or to our website where you can become a Patron of the Podcast for as little as $1 per episode. Promote Celtic culture through music at celticmusicpodcast.com .

Celtic Music Journal and 67 Music take over the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast with music from their video journal. Enjoy great Celtic music from Poitin, Na Rosai, Ciana, The Fire Inside, Celtica Pipes Rock, Andrea Tophoj and Rune Barslund, Peter Daldry, The Gothard Sisters, Crossbow, Old Man Flanagan’s Ghost, Marc Gunn, The Fire, Beltaine, Journey North, Sons Of Malarkey, West Of Mabou.

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Today's show is brought to you by Celtic Invasion Vacations
Every year, I take Celtic music fans on an adventure of a lifetime. This is not your typical wham-bam-thank you m'aam tour. We travel in small groups. We explore the Celtic history of different regions. We don't need to see everything, because this is a vacation. Instead, our invasion brings out the relaxation and magic of our adventure. In 2018, you can join me on a Celtic Invasion of the Isle of Skye in Scotland. Sign up to the mailing list at celticinvasion.com .

Notes:
* Helping you celebrate Celtic culture through music. My name is Marc Gunn. I am a musician and podcaster. You can share this show and find more episodes at celticmusicpodcast.com. And you can support this show on Patreon.

* CELTIC PODCAST NEWS:

67 Music has been promoting Celtic music from all over the globe since 2008. Learn more about us at www.67music.net

Learn more about Marc’s travels at http://celticinvasion.com/ and also his Music & Travel Podcasts at http://celtfather.com/

Celtic Music Journal:
What I’m decided to share with you in this particular show is some of the music from the artists that have appeared on our show, The Celtic Music Journal. I call it “The Celtic Music Journal Spotlight”. While the show is a visual medium, I thought it’d be fun to spotlight the music for you. There’s a lot of variety and I’m sure you’ll enjoy it. The man himself Marc Gunn has been on our show too & you’ll hear him here! Listen and enjoy, then you can then watch all the artists you hear in this show! Just click to our website and we’re also on YouTube, our channel is at www.youtube.com/user/sixtysevenmusic . Log in,watch and subscribe!

The Celtic Music Journal is produced by 67 Music. We began the show in August 2014. Since then we’ve produced 7 editions with more on the way. The premise is simple yet unique: we invite bands, musicians and other artists to send us their video ‘journals’, to tell their story & show the world what they offer and what they do. We then gather 3-5 journals per show and put them together to share with you. It’s an exciting way to discover up and coming talent and revisit established artists. We’ve featured artists from all over the world. You should consider being on it, too! Just click to our website for details and watch all the shows.

As always, I want to send out a HUGE thanks to the patrons of the podcast. Your generous pledge of as little as $1 per episode pays for the production of this podcast as well as my time in producing the show. You will enjoy a personal podcast feed where you can listen to the show before regular subscribers, occasional extended editions of the show, and my deepest thanks. When we hit a milestone, you get a 2-hour special. Thanks to our newest patrons: John OConnor, Keriann Noble, Mary Botkin, Samuel G, Donald McLeod, and a extra special thanks to our newest Celtic Superstar, Nancie. Thank you all for your generosity! Become a patron today!

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This Week in Celtic Music
0:09 "Congress Reel" by Poitín from Jiggery Pokery

3:57 "William Taylor" by Na Rosai from Na Rosai

9:44 "Ramblin’ Irishman" by Ciana from Ciana

15:11 "Slippery Jigs" by The Fire Inside from Spark

18:41 "Telegram for Monsieur Verne" by Celtica Pipes Rock from Steamphonia

23:40 INTRODUCING CELTIC MUSIC JOURNAL

24:38 "The Danish Immigrant" by Andrea Tophoj and Rune Barslund from The Danish Immigrant

27:04 "Bonnie Lass of Fyfie" by Peter Daldry from Under A Leaden Sky

30:49 "The Landing" by The Gothard Sisters from Compass

33:31 "Donogh And Mike’s First/Windbroke" by Crossbow from Crossbow

36:32 "Sweet Sophie" By Old Man Flanagan’s Ghost from Sociable

41:23 WHAT IS 67 MUSIC?

42:16 "Peggy Gordon" by Marc Gunn from The Bridge

46:31 "The Very Last Straw" by The Fire from The Fire

49:58 "Old Rosin The Beau" by Beltaine from Tilly’s Jig

54:16 "Dreamcatcher III" by Journey North from Dance Towards Tomorrow Smiling

59:10 "Oh Journey" by Sons Of Malarkey from Gulls Lads

1:04:21 "Pressed For Time" by West Of Mabou from West Of Mabou

VOTE IN THE CELTIC TOP 20 . It's easier than ever to do. Just list the show number, and the name of one or two bands. That's it. You can vote once for each episode help me create next year's Best Celtic music of 2017 episode.

The Irish & Celtic Music Podcast was produced by Marc Gunn, The Celtfather. To subscribe, go to iTunes or to our website where you can become a Patron of the Podcast for as little as $1 per episode. Promote Celtic culture through music at celticmusicpodcast.com .

Irish and Celtic music from Poor Man's Fortune, An Triur, Castlebay, Pipedance, Karan Casey, Burning Bridget Cleary, Abby Green, The Changing Room, Bridgid's Cross, John Byrne Band, Damanta, Paddy's Pig, Seagulls Are Drunk, Flook.

Listen. Like. Share. Then download 34 Celtic MP3s for Free! http://celticmusicpodcast.com

Subscribe to the Celtic Music Magazine . This is our free newsletter and your guide to the latest Celtic music and podcast news. Remember to support the artists who support this podcast: buy their CDs, download their MP3s, see their shows, and drop them an email to let them know you heard them on the Irish and Celtic Music Podcast.

Today's show is brought to you by Celtic Invasion Vacations
Every year, I take Celtic music fans on an adventure of a lifetime. This is not your typical wham-bam-thank you m'aam tour. We travel in small groups. We explore the Celtic history of different regions. We don't need to see everything, because this is a vacation. Instead, our invasion brings out the relaxation and magic of our adventure. In 2018, you can join me on a Celtic Invasion of the Isle of Skye in Scotland. Sign up to the mailing list at celticinvasion.com .

Notes:
* Helping you celebrate Celtic culture through music. My name is Marc Gunn. I am a musician and podcaster. You can share this show and find more episodes at celticmusicpodcast.com . And you can support this show on Patreon.

Today is the day. I will board an airplane and fly to Paris. On Saturday, I will board a train to Rennes for the official start of my Celtic Invasion of Brittany. I'm extremely excited, not just to see this wild and beautiful part of France, but also to share with you bits and pieces of my adventure through podcasts, pictures and video.

If you're not yet subscribed to my YouTube channel , Instagram , and personal Facebook page , then please follow the link in the shownotes to do so. Also subscribe to the Celtfather Music & Travel . This podcast is newly rebranded. I'm sharing interviews and thoughts related to, well, music and travel. I have some great interviews including one with Steve Behrens of 67 Music and the Celtic Music Journal who will guest host this podcast next week.

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The Irish & Celtic Music Podcast comes out each and every week due to the generosity of people like you. Your kind pledge of as little as $1 per episode pays for the production of this podcast, as well as my time in producing the show. You get shows before regular listeners and my deepest thanks. When we hit a milestone, you get a 2-hour special. I want to thank to our newest patrons: Gerald F Boyle, Grant Jacobson, Mary Layzska, Miranda Nelson! Together, these awesome folks helped us hit our next Patreon Milestone. So I'm gonna plan 2-hours of Scottish music to be released in late June or July. Become a patron today!

You can now buy 2017 Irish & Celtic Music Podcast t-shirts in our store at bestcelticmusic.net/shop . The shirts were designed by James McDaniel II and they feature the slogan REEL CELTIC MUSIC and the podcast name. Your purchase goes toward supporting this podcast. I also put together a 2017 Sainted Song Henge Collection which features the new shirt, a coffee mug, and some CDs. You can find all of that in our shop. Your purchases help to support this podcast. So if you don't want to pledge monthly, this is a great alternative. Buy some swag.

Would you like to win some free CDs? I'm clearing out my CD collection and giving them away through my personal YouTube channel. If you would like to win, follow the link to the Summer CD Giveaway playlist for details .

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Kevin emailed: "Listening to May the Forth be with you while walking our area Nature Center. Appreciate you."

Aliza emailed regarding the Texas Scottish Festival episode: "This episode is so unique to what you usually provide. Seems the genres are blending - which is cool - it's like I don't know what to expect when I turn this on in the morning. I usually bookmark the episodes I really enjoy and label them with the vibe they project. I know you've received some criticism recently - but ones man's trash is another man's treasure! Don't let the haters get you down. Slainte!"

Joyce Pavelko emailed me: "Hi Marc~ I don't use social media, hence this email. Three brief things I want to tell you:

1) I am a very happy subscriber who just wants to wish you safe travels and some motherly-type advice to be careful.

2) My mother and I are traveling to Ireland and Scotland in June. I can't wait to actually hear the music that I've been listening to on your podcast in its native land!

3) My niece named her daughter Inara. ;-)

Thank you for your devotion to Celtic music. Sent with fondness, Joyce Pavelko, Arlington Heights, Illinois

This Week in Celtic Music
0:32 "Gavotennoù: Dardoup / "Mas Macho" / Brammer Kozh / Ar Menez" by Poor Man's Fortune from In Good Time

7:26 "Lilting Banshee/Munster Buttermilk /Humours of Ballyloughlin" by An Triur from Three People

12:33 "The Galway Shawl" by Castlebay from Bards & Blarney

18:10 "Trim the Velvet/Spike Island Lassies" by Pipedance from The Pleasures of Hope

22:07 "Weary of Lying Alone" by Karan Casey from The Winds Begin to Sing

26:15 CELTIC PODCAST NEWS

28:18 "Cat's Meow - Josie McDermott's Reel" by Burning Bridget Cleary from Everything Is Alright

32:07 "Nead Na Lachan" by Abby Green from Einini

34:50 "Row Boys Row" by The Changing Room from A River Runs Between

38:25 "Off She Goes" by Bridgid's Cross from Live Without an Audience

41:42 CELTIC FEEDBACK

46:41 "Sing On Johnny" by John Byrne Band from The Immigrant and the Orphan

51:10 "By the Sionnain" by Damanta from The Drunken Priest and the ghostly hymns of autumn

5:36 "Rebel Tooth" by Paddy's Pig from Rebel Tooth EP

57:51 "Deep Inside Out the Sea" by Seagulls Are Drunk from Next Round Is On Us

1:02:24 "Pod: Baldy Hollow/The Empty Pod" by Flook from Rubai

VOTE IN THE CELTIC TOP 20 . It's easier than ever to do. Just list the show number, and the name of one or two bands. That's it. You can vote once for each episode help me create next year's Best Celtic music of 2017 episode.

The Irish & Celtic Music Podcast was produced by Marc Gunn, The Celtfather. To subscribe, go to iTunes or to our website where you can become a Patron of the Podcast for as little as $1 per episode. Promote Celtic culture through music at celticmusicpodcast.com .

Don your kilts and corsets and listen to Celtic music from Lochlainn, Iona, The New Customs, Iarla O'Lionaird, StoneRing, Bow Triplets, McDerry, Brad Reid, Mishaped Pearls, The Leftovers, The Crazy Rogues, Claymore, Tuatha Dea.

Listen. Like. Share. Then download 34 Celtic MP3s for Free! http://bestcelticmusic.net/310

Subscribe to the Celtic Music Magazine . This is our free newsletter and your guide to the latest Celtic music and podcast news. Remember to support the artists who support this podcast: buy their CDs, download their MP3s, see their shows, and drop them an email to let them know you heard them on the Irish and Celtic Music Podcast.

Today's show is brought to you by Celtic Invasion Vacations
Every year, I take Celtic music fans on an adventure of a lifetime. This is not your typical wham-bam-thank you m'aam tour. We travel in small groups. We explore the Celtic history of different regions. We don't need to see everything, because this is a vacation. Instead, our invasion brings out the relaxation and magic of our adventure. In 2018, you can join me on a Celtic Invasion of the Isle of Skye in Scotland. Sign up to the mailing list at celticinvasion.com .

Notes:
* Helping you celebrate Celtic culture through music. My name is Marc Gunn. I am a musician and podcaster. You can share this show and find more episodes at celticmusicpodcast.com. And you can support this show on Patreon.

* CELTIC PODCAST NEWS

You can now buy 2017 Irish & Celtic Music Podcast t-shirts in our store at bestcelticmusic.net/shop . The shirts were designed by James McDaniel II and they feature the slogan REEL CELTIC MUSIC and the podcast name. Your purchase goes toward supporting this podcast. I also put together a 2017 Sainted Song Henge Collection which features the new shirt, a coffee mug, and some CDs. You can find all of that in our shop.

The Irish & Celtic Music Podcast comes out each and every week due to the generosity of people like you. Your kind pledge of as little as $1 per episode pays for the production of this podcast, as well as my time in producing the show. You get shows before regular listeners and my deepest thanks. When we hit a milestone, you get a 2-hour special. I want to thank to our newest patrons: Rick Hantz, Ed Powel, Patrick Downey! We are $4 away from two hours of Scottish music. Become a patron today!

* I WANT YOUR FEEDBACK: What are you doing today while listening to the podcast? You can send a written comment along with a picture of what you're doing while listening. Email a voicemail message to celticpodcast@gmail.com

This Week in Celtic Music
0:30 "Your feet will take you" by Lochlainn from Cailleach's Plaid

7:50 "Beth Ywr Haf I Mi/Llongau Caernanarfon" by Iona from A Celebration of Twenty

13:46 "Stretched Upon Your Grave" by The New Customs from All Walls Fall

19:18 "The Goat Song" by Iarla O'Lionaird by Foxlight

22:50 "Saddle Set" by StoneRing from Samhain

27:17 CELTIC PODCAST NEWS

28:30: "Walsh's Hornpipe/The Peacock's Feather" by Bow Triplets from One Spot On Earth

31:46 "McApline Fusiliers" by McDerry from 2016

34:35 "Over the Moor" by Brad Reid from The Conundrum

38:52 "Le Puy en Velay" by Mishaped Pearls from Le Puy en Velay

43:05 CELTIC FEEDBACk

43:42 "Follow Me Up to Carlow" by The Leftovers from CD Tease

45:48 "Fleet" by The Crazy Rogues from Rebels' Shanties

49:13 "Mull of Kintyre" by Claymore from Claymore

53:24 "Kilts and Corsets" by Tuatha Dea from Kilts and Corsets

VOTE IN THE CELTIC TOP 20 . It's easier than ever to do. Just list the show number, and the name of one or two bands. That's it. You can vote once for each episode help me create next year's Best Celtic music of 2017 episode.

The Irish & Celtic Music Podcast was produced by Marc Gunn, The Celtfather. To subscribe, go to iTunes or to our website where you can become a Patron of the Podcast for as little as $1 per episode. Promote Celtic culture through music at celticmusicpodcast.com .

Irish and Celtic music from The Rogues, Alizbar & Ann' Sannat, Navan, Brendan Monaghan, Rambling Sailors, Poitin, The Duplets, Free Range String Band, David Curley & Mick Broderick, The Gothard Sisters, Larkin, Barleyjuice, Athenrye, Dust Rhinos, Robert Doyle. Listen. Like. Share. Then download 34 Celtic MP3s for Free! http://bestcelticmusic.net/309

Subscribe to the Celtic Music Magazine . This is our free newsletter and your guide to the latest Celtic music and podcast news. Remember to support the artists who support this podcast: buy their CDs, download their MP3s, see their shows, and drop them an email to let them know you heard them on the Irish and Celtic Music Podcast.

Today's show is brought to you by Celtic Invasion Vacations
Every year, I take Celtic music fans on an adventure of a lifetime. This is not your typical wham-bam-thank you m'aam tour. We travel in small groups. We explore the Celtic history of different regions. We don't need to see everything, because this is a vacation. Instead, our invasion brings out the relaxation and magic of our adventure. In 2018, you can join me on a Celtic Invasion of the Isle of Skye in Scotland. Sign up to the mailing list at celticinvasion.com .

Notes:
* Helping you celebrate Celtic culture through music. My name is Marc Gunn. I am a musician and podcaster. You can share this show and find more episodes at celticmusicpodcast.com. And you can support this show on Patreon.

* CELTIC PODCAST NEWS

The Duplets have a new album they are crowdfunding .

Next Thursday, I plan to release the 2017 Irish & Celtic Music Podcast t-shirts. I want to thank everyone in the Irish & Celtic Music Club on Facebook who helped me pick the design for this year's shirt by James McDaniel II.

The Irish & Celtic Music Podcast comes out each and every week due to the generosity of people like you. Your kind pledge of as little as $1 per episode pays for the production of this podcast, as well as my time in producing the show. You get shows before regular listeners and my deepest thanks. When we hit a milestone, you get a 2-hour special. I want to thank to our newest patrons: Jeff Pike, Miranda Nelson and Michael Bortowski! Become a patron today!

* I WANT YOUR FEEDBACK: What are you doing today while listening to the podcast? You can send a written comment along with a picture of what you're doing while listening. Email a voicemail message to celticpodcast@gmail.com

Edward Montgomery emailed: "Imagine my surprise when I heard you mention my name on a podcast as I drove by a herd of buffalo (true story) this morning. I've listened, bought a compilation, several individual tunes, a CD and t-shirt from the Corktown Popes, etc. The shout out reminded me to make arrangements to become a financial supporter and I took care of that just now. Thanks for the wide variety you bring to the listeners. I love Altan, The Chieftains and others but I love being exposed to folks I might never hear of otherwise. Thanks again"

Johnny Sinclair emailed: "Hello Marc, Been a subscriber to your podcasts since #1 though I had a data loss that lost most of them. The new site took some getting used to but should be fine. I do understand that many think they are reaching a greater audience through the use of Facebook, or other social media. Doing so, however, alienates those of us that despise social media in all its forms. Legacy platforms are where you began and I can only hope that you continue."

Glen Singer emailed: "Hi, Have never listened to Celtic music. That said, I saw your podcasts, so what the heck, I gave it a listen. Wow - fantastic! Just finished walking around Halifax, and listened to your new posting on the Texas festival. I am hooked. Being that I am a newbie, are there any introductory Celtic music podcasts out there? I know the hard work that goes into the entire podcast process-You do it well: combination of music and context/dialogue. Kind Regards."

Colby Madsen emailed: "Do you have a store online and an event calendar."

This Week in Celtic Music
0:31 "The Warrior's Salute" by The Rogues from Roguetrip

5:22 "The Reel" by Alizbar & Ann' Sannat from Welcome Into the Morning

8:47 "Airdi Chuain (Irish)" by Navan from Oran nan Tonn

13:21 "Am Bainne" by Brendan Monaghan from Flicker of Hope

15:31 "Leave Her Johnny" by Rambling Sailors from Wanderlust

19:03 "O'puss No. 7" by Poitin from Simple Pleasures

24:31 CELTIC PODCAST NEWS

25:24 "Paris" by The Duplets from Leverage

28:13 "P.J. Hayes/Dance of the Honeybees" by Free Range String Band from Demo CD

33:07 "Lucking Out" by David Curley & Mick Broderick from A Brand New Day

35:18 "It Was Beautiful" by The Gothard Sisters from Mountain Rose

39:26 CELTIC FEEDBACK

43:38 "Faith of a Felon" by Larkin from Alexandra

46:23 "What's Up Yours?" by Barleyjuice from Another Round

49:14 "Provos Lullaby" by Athenrye from Singles

52:46 "Step It Out Mary" by Dust Rhinos from The Day After the Night Before

58:19 "Bold Robert Emmet" by Robert Doyle from Life in Shadows

VOTE IN THE CELTIC TOP 20 . It's easier than ever to do. Just list the show number, and the name of one or two bands. That's it. You can vote once for each episode help me create next year's Best Celtic music of 2017 episode.

The Irish & Celtic Music Podcast was produced by Marc Gunn, The Celtfather. To subscribe, go to iTunes or to our website where you can become a Patron of the Podcast for as little as $1 per episode. Promote Celtic culture through music at celticmusicpodcast.com .

You'll enjoy Irish and Celtic women for Mother's day with awesome Celtic music from Carolina Ceili, Susan Toman, Jennifer Lick, The Screaming Orphans, Colleen Raney, Mary Jane Lamond & Wendy MacIsaac, Katherine Nagy, Runa, Arlene Faith, Karan Casey, Chrissy Crowley, Amelia Hogan, Solas.

Listen. Like. Share. Then download 34 Celtic MP3s for Free! http://bestcelticmusic.net/308

Subscribe to the Celtic Music Magazine. This is our free newsletter and your guide to the latest Celtic music and podcast news. Remember to support the artists who support this podcast: buy their CDs, download their MP3s, see their shows, and drop them an email to let them know you heard them on the Irish and Celtic Music Podcast.

Today's show is brought to you by Celtic Invasion Vacations
Every year, I take Celtic music fans on an adventure of a lifetime. This is not your typical wham-bam-thank you m'aam tour. We travel in small groups. We explore the Celtic history of different regions. We don't need to see everything, because this is a vacation. Instead, our invasion brings out the relaxation and magic of our adventure. In 2018, you can join me on a Celtic Invasion of the Isle of Skye in Scotland. Sign up to the mailing list at celticinvasion.com .

Notes:
* Helping you celebrate Celtic culture through music. My name is Marc Gunn. I am a musician and podcaster. You can share this show and find more episodes at celticmusicpodcast.com. And you can support this show on Patreon.

* CELTIC PODCAST NEWS

Check out the Irish Music Stories podcast with Shannon Heaton

I'm playing this Saturday, May 13 at Johnnie MacCracken's Pub in Marietta, Georgia from 7-11pm.

The Irish & Celtic Music Podcast comes out each and every week due to the generosity of people like you. Your kind pledge of as little as $1 per episode pays for the production of this podcast, as well as my time in producing the show. You get shows before regular listeners and my deepest thanks. When we hit a milestone, you get a 2-hour special. I want to thank to our newest patrons: Wesley R Dunnington, Michael! Become a patron today!

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Annie Lorkowski posted on Facebook: "Hi Marc! At the end of your podcasts, you ask your listeners to contact the bands and let them know you heard them on your show. I dropped an email to Larry of Black 47, telling him such and that I bought their album because of it. I got a lovely email back from him thanking me. So yes, the bands do appreciate it!"

Glen Singer posted on Facebook: "Just listened to my first Celtic music podcast. Am a newbie. Great music - great podcast."

David Chavez emailed on Facebook: "Hello Marc. I would like to start by congratulating you for the awesome show and work. I've been a fan and donator for some time now. Cheers from Mexico City!"

Victoria Mathis posted on Facebook: "Hello, I just wanted to answer your request for messages tonight. You are my favorite evening Irish and Celtic music channel on Roku. The music you play often reminds me of my Irish Grandmother who would sing many family songs, some were great old drinking tunes too. My very Scottish Grandfather would laugh along to her funny songs and play his auto harp.
We would sing with them and laugh with the funny songs drinking our root beer ice cream floats while the adults enjoyed their beverages too. I miss those days while I still enjoy doing the exact same traditions with my modern era family. Keep up the awesome work, you remind me of the words of a forgotten song at least once a night."

This Week in Celtic Music
0:12 "Banish Misfortune/Moon Coin Jig" by Carolina Ceili from 50 Shades of Green

5:05 "Cooley's Reel/Merry Blacksmith" by Susan Toman from Emerald Shores

8:17 "Seinn O Churadail O" by Jennifer Licko from Sing

11:49 "Tabhair Dom Do Ghra" by Screaming Orphans from Ballads Rule OK

19:10 "The Lovely Green Banks of the Moy" by Colleen Raney from Here This Is Home

24:37 CELTIC PODCAST NEWS

25:53 "Keeping Up With Calum" by Mary Jane Lamond & Wendy MacIsaac from Seinn

28:44 "Stone Walls" by Katherine Nagy by Gypsy Lady

32:12 "A Stor, A Stor, A Ghra" by Runa from Live

37:18 CELTIC FEEDBACK

38:24 "River of Dreams" by Arlene Faith from River of Dreams

43:17 "The King's Shilling" by Karan Casey from The Winds Begin to Sing

47:30 "Coig" by Chrissy Crowley from Last Night's Fun

53:02 "Nead La Lachan" by Amelia Hogan from Transplants: From The Old To The New

56:55 "Standing on the Shore (feat. Moira Smiley)" by Solas from All These Years

VOTE IN THE CELTIC TOP 20 . It's easier than ever to do. Just list the show number, and the name of one or two bands. That's it. You can vote once for each episode help me create next year's Best Celtic music of 2017 episode.

The Irish & Celtic Music Podcast was produced by Marc Gunn, The Celtfather. To subscribe, go to iTunes or to our website where you can become a Patron of the Podcast for as little as $1 per episode. Promote Celtic culture through music at celticmusicpodcast.com .

It's Star Wars Day. To celebrate, you'll enjoy a short feature on some sci fi Celtic songs mixed in with a bunch of great Irish and Celtic music from John McGaha, Andrew Finn Magill, Seamus Kennedy, Ron Cody, Ashley Davis, Marc Gunn, Bedlam Bards, Dust Rhinos, The Screaming Orphans, The Demon Barbers, Lau, The Kildares, West of Eden. Listen. Like. Share. Then download 34 Celtic MP3s for Free! http://bestcelticmusic.net/307

Subscribe to the Celtic Music Magazine . This is our free newsletter and your guide to the latest Celtic music and podcast news. Remember to support the artists who support this podcast: buy their CDs, download their MP3s, see their shows, and drop them an email to let them know you heard them on the Irish and Celtic Music Podcast.

Today's show is brought to you by Celtic Invasion Vacations
Every year, I take Celtic music fans on an adventure of a lifetime. This is not your typical wham-bam-thank you m'aam tour. We travel in small groups. We explore the Celtic history of different regions. We don't need to see everything, because this is a vacation. Instead, our invasion brings out the relaxation and magic of our adventure. In 2018, you can join me on a Celtic Invasion of the Isle of Skye in Scotland. Sign up to the mailing list at celticinvasion.com .

Notes:
* Helping you celebrate Celtic culture through music. My name is Marc Gunn. I am a musician and podcaster. You can share this show and find more episodes at celticmusicpodcast.com. And you can support this show on Patreon.

Originally, I planned for this to be a Sci fi Celtic music show. But I just couldn't find that many sci fi songs by Celtic bands that I could play. So I decided instead to do a small feature. That'll be later on in the show.

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The Irish & Celtic Music Podcast comes out each and every week due to the generosity of people like you. Your kind pledge of as little as $1 per episode pays for the production of this podcast, as well as my time in producing the show. You get shows before regular listeners and my deepest thanks. When we hit a milestone, you get a 2-hour special. I want to thank to our newest patrons: Edward Montgomery, Larry McCloskey, Leah Kershner, Ron Sargent! Become a patron today!

Yesterday, I went live on Facebook for about an hour as I worked on the shownotes for this week's podcast. I had a nice time chatting with listeners. And best of all, I got some input for new artists to contact for the show. While it might not've been gripping video, it was a valuable way for me to connect with you the listener and new bands. So I want to try this again next Friday, May 12 at 9 am central. I'll put up an event page on Facebook with details.

CelticMusicPodcast.com is now fully integrated with Libsyn. My hope is have a more stable website for visitors. I also have bestcelticmusic.net as the side website to help promote the show. Of course this big change means my old music@celticmusicpodcast.com email address is no longer valid. I'm still trying to migrate the CelticMP3s.com reviews. But we'll see if I can find a way to do that.

If you want some more May the Fourth Sci Fi Pub Songs, I recorded an episode of the Pub Songs Podcast last year for Star Wars Day . It's show #141. You can find a link in the shownotes.

My latest Kickstarter features pub songs inspired by Joss Whedon's TV show, Firefly , and movie, Serenity. I've already hit my goal, but there are some cool Stretch Goals if you'd like music inspired by this cult TV series.

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Glen Singer wrote on Facebook: "Just listened to my first Celtic music podcast. Am a newbie. Great music - great podcast."

Edward Montgomery posted on Facebook: "Love the app! It's installed on my iPhone and I just put it on my wife's phone, she's listening right now."

Karen M Gibson posted on Facebook: "Two hours of bagpipe music! I love listening to the Irish and Celtic Music Podcast."

This Week in Celtic Music
0:32 "Paddy Ryan" by John McGaha from Exodus, An ElectroCelt Journey

4:01 "Shooting Stars" by Andrew Finn Magill from Branches

6:50 "The Liar" by Seamus Kennedy from In Concert

10:04 "Hanning's Farewell/Fleur De Mandragore" by Ron Cody from The Talking Rake

15:29 "Horses" by Ashley Davis from Night Travels

19:48 CELTIC PODCAST NEWS

21:32 "Jedi's Dargle" by Marc Gunn from Sci Fi Drinking Songs

23:27 "Ballad of Joss" by Bedlam Bards from On the Drift

26:45 "Jedi Drinking Song" by Dust Rhinos from Got Guinnness?

30:51 "River's Jig" by Bedlam Bards from On the Drift

33:04 "The Long Arm" by Marc Gunn from As Long As I'm Flyin'

36:20 CELTIC FEEDBACK

37:15 "Rocky Road to Dublin" by The Screaming Orphans from Ballads Rule OK

43:59 "Ranzo" by The Demon Barbers from Disco at the Tavern

47:49 "Flowers" by Lau from Single

52:15 "Space" by The Kildares from Secrets of the Day

56:16 "Twenty Years of Travelling" by West of Eden from No Time Like the Past

VOTE IN THE CELTIC TOP 20 . It's easier than ever to do. Just list the show number, and the name of one or two bands. That's it. You can vote once for each episode help me create next year's Best Celtic music of 2017 episode.

The Irish & Celtic Music Podcast was produced by Marc Gunn, The Celtfather. To subscribe, go to iTunes or to our website where you can become a Patron of the Podcast for as little as $1 per episode. Promote Celtic culture through music at celticmusicpodcast.com .

Enjoy some Scottish and Celtic music as we highlight musicians performing at the Texas Scottish Festival & Highland Games of 2017 with Celtic music from Battlefield Band, Tullamore, Scotland Rising, Ed Miller, Willow and Her Giant, Jed Marum, Jil Chambless & Scooter Muse, The Selkie Girls, Reel Treble Band , Seamus Stout, Madi Davis, Skeleton McKee, Cleghorn, Murder the Stout, Jiggernaut. Listen. Like. Share. Then download 34 Celtic MP3s for Free! http://celticmusicpodcast.com/306/

Subscribe to the Celtic Music Magazine . This is our free newsletter and your guide to the latest Celtic music and podcast news. Remember to support the artists who support this podcast: buy their CDs, download their MP3s, see their shows, and drop them an email to let them know you heard them on the Irish and Celtic Music Podcast.

Today's show is brought to you by Celtic Invasion Vacations
Every year, I take Celtic music fans on an adventure of a lifetime. This is not your typical wham-bam-thank you m'aam tour. We travel in small groups. We explore the Celtic history of different regions. We don't need to see everything, because this is a vacation. Instead, our invasion brings out the relaxation and magic of our adventure. In 2018, you can join me on a Celtic Invasion of the Isle of Skye in Scotland. Sign up to the mailing list at celticinvasion.com .

Notes:
* Helping you celebrate Celtic culture through music. My name is Marc Gunn. I am a musician and podcaster. You can share this show and find more episodes at celticmusicpodcast.com. And you can support this show on Patreon.

This week, we're doing a special on the Texas Scottish Festival and Highland Games. I decided to do this feature as an extra way to financially support the event. You see, every time you buy one of our compilation CDs or make a pledge to the podcast on Patreon, I donate some of the money to Celtic non-profits. Many of them are non-profit Celtic festivals. Last fall, I sent the Texas Scottish Festival a donation. I thought it'd be nice to promote the event with a special feature, especially since I have permission from many of the artists who are performing at the festival. You can find out more about the artists at texasscottishfestival.com and you can attend the festival May 5-7, 2017 in Arlington, Texas.

The first track was...

Battlefield Band is not actually performing at the Texas Scottish Festival, but Brian McNeill, one of the founding members, is. And since I don't have permission to play any of his music, I thought that'd make a nice alternative.

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The Irish & Celtic Music Podcast comes out each and every week due to the generosity of people like you. Your kind pledge of as little as $1 per episode pays for the production of this podcast, as well as my time in producing the show. You get shows before regular listeners and my deepest thanks. When we hit a milestone, you get a 2-hour special. We are just $18 away from the next 2-hour special. I want to thank to our newest patrons: Rory Boyle, Bill Shields, Albert Mezistrano, Rex Edwards, Dan Hulse, Chris Braga, Giulia Oblach, Jennifer D'Alessio! Become a patron today!

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MarDee McDougal emailed: "THANK YOU!!! Makes me think of my Irish ancestors and my wonderful heritage."

Edward Montgomery posted on Facebook: "Listening to the podcasts regularly on my way to teach each morning or on trips to Colorado and Wyoming. They are a great treat when you live where no trip is local. Buying from iTunes also!"

jinxintheworld posted on iTunes: "I used to love this podcast. I've been subscribed for what seems like forever. While I still enjoy it, I find myself fast forwarding through large chunks due to the quality and type of Celtic music being played. It seems more interested in putting out lots of music rather than quality music. Just my opinion though. Still very much worth a listen."

dbadvan posted on iTunes: "Uplifted in Afghanistan! Marc's superb podcast is a powerful way to lift my spirits from the demands of working a tough job in a faraway place. Thank you."

This Week in Celtic Music
0:35 "Tending The Steer / Sandy Thompson / The Calrossie Cattle Wife" by Battlefield Band from The Producer's Choice

5:14 "The Ballad of Jack Dolan" by Tullamore from Wild and Wicked Youth

9:12 "Howl at the Moon" by Scotland Rising from Out of the Ashes

11:05 "Walk the Road" by Ed Miller from Come Awa' Wi' Me

14:26 "O'Carolan's Farewell to Music" by Willow and Her Giant from Demo

17:47 "Massacre at Glencoe" by Jed Marum from Calla's Waltz

21:29 CELTIC PODCAST NEWS

22:40 "Jack Haggerty" by Jil Chambless & Scooter Muse from The Laverock Sang

26:16 "Norlan Wind" by The Selkie Girls from Pirate Queen

30:38 "Renwick's Ferret/Road to Errogie" by Reel Treble Band from Reel Treble Band

33:51 "The Spanish Lady" by Seamus Stout from Off the Wagon

36:44 CELTIC FEEDBACK

39:35 "The Moon" by Madi Davis from Above the Waves

43:30 "Before the Devil Knows We're Dead" by Skeleton McKee from Leave the World Laughing

47:44 "Castle Kelly" by Cleghorn from Cleghorn

52:00 "Troosers" by Murder the Stout from Murder the Stout EP

56:45 "Miners Life" by Jiggernaut from The Well

VOTE IN THE CELTIC TOP 20 . It's easier than ever to do. Just list the show number, and the name of one or two bands. That's it. You can vote once for each episode help me create next year's Best Celtic music of 2017 episode.

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Celebrate Earth Day with Irish and Celtic music from Hearthfire Duo, Kennedy's Kitchen, Jed Marum with Hugh Morrison and Mason Brown, Old Blind Dogs, Smithfield Fair, Julia Lane, The Borrowed Angels, Mazz O'Flaherty, Harpnotic, Bow Triplets, Slan, String Theory, Barrowburn, Pipedance, Arthur Hinds, Sea Star, Sliotar. Listen. Like. Share. Then download 34 Celtic MP3s for Free! http://bestcelticmusic.net/305

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Today's show is brought to you by Celtic Invasion Vacations
Every year, I take Celtic music fans on an adventure of a lifetime. This is not your typical wham-bam-thank you m'aam tour. We travel in small groups. We explore the Celtic history of different regions. We don't need to see everything, because this is a vacation. Instead, our invasion brings out the relaxation and magic of our adventure. In 2018, you can join me on a Celtic Invasion of the Isle of Skye in Scotland. Sign up to the mailing list at celticinvasion.com .

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* Helping you celebrate Celtic culture through music. My name is Marc Gunn. I am a musician and podcaster. You can share this show and find more episodes at celticmusicpodcast.com. And you can support this show on Patreon.

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Attention Browncoats. I have a new album I am funding on Kickstarter. It's for a CD of Firefly music inspired by Joss Whedon's TV show and his movie Serenity. You can make a pledge on Kickstarter at marcgunn.com/kickstarter

The Irish & Celtic Music Podcast comes out each and every week due to the generosity of people like you. Your kind pledge of as little as $1 per episode pays for the production of this podcast, as well as my time in producing the show. You get shows before regular listeners and my deepest thanks. When we hit a milestone, you get a 2-hour special. We are just $31 away from the next 2-hour special. I want to thank to our newest patrons: Ian, Eric Shields, Mary Botkin, Dave Vaughan! Become a patron today!

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Joshua Mirgon emailed on Facebook: "Hi. Love the podcast and how you and other musicians help keep this music alive. I don't know if you are aware of the 'old time fiddlers association' Each state has their own set of chapters. And we are just a bunch of people who love to play the old tunes."

Karen M Gibson posted on Facebook: "I listen to your podcasts while I'm doing housework (today it's #297 while I mop floors). They always keep me moving and before I know it, my work is done! Thanks for the great music!"

Gari Glaysher posted on Facebook: "Please forgive this plug but I am proud of my Irish roots and am in the process of recording an album of Irish songs all in memory of my Grandfather (The man on the front cover of the album, in his home town Emly Co Tipperary). This is the promo vid, myself and the beautiful Hattie Webb with the title track 'The Parting Glass'."

This Week in Celtic Music
0:05 "An Irish Barn Dance" by Hearthfire Duo from A Long Way From Home

4:01 "The Swallow's Tail Reel/The Sailor's Bonnet/Over The Moor To Maggie" by Kennedy's Kitchen from The Birds Upon the Trees

8:21 "The Way Your Earth Moves" by Jed Marum with Hugh Morrison and Mason Brown from Sands of Aberdeen

11:52 "Newe" by Old Blind Dogs from Room With A View

18:37 "Fire in the Glen" by Smithfield Fair from 20 For 20

21:48 "Adoro te Devote/For the Beauty of the Earth" by Julia Lane from Going Home

26:16 CELTIC PODCAST NEWS

27:24 "I Will Stand On This Land" by The Borrowed Angels from The Borrowed Angels Singing Songs By Mazz O'Flaherty

29:09 "The Meadow" by Harpnotic from Harpnotic

33:00 "One Spot on Earth" by Bow Triplets from One Spot on Earth

35:42 "The Green Fields of Amerikay/ The Wild Hills of Wannie" by Slan from Footprints

41:14 CELTIC FEEDBACK

43:14 "Crested Hens" by String Theory from String Theory

46:21 "Shinin' Clear" by Barrowburn from Mist Covered Mountains

49:15 "The Fairy Reel/The Piper of Horseback" by Pipedance from The Pleasures of Hope

52:30 "I Go to the Church of Trees" by Arthur Hinds from Tome of Mystery

54:18 "Hawthorn Tree" by Sea Star from North Winds

1:02:44 "All Around Lough Gill" by Sliotar from Fine Friends

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Thank happy thoughts while you enjoy Irish and Celtic music from Old Blind Dogs, Crikwater, Steel Clover, Garry O Meara, Gerry O'Beirne & Rosie Shipley, Hearthfire Duo, Mithril Duo, Beer Belly, Tim Keeley, Claymore, Celtic Fusion Illusion, Shillaly Brothers, David Curley & Mick Broderick. Listen. Like. Share. Then download 34 Celtic MP3s for Free! http://bestcelticmusic.net/304

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Today's show is brought to you by Celtic Invasion Vacations
Every year, I take Celtic music fans on an adventure of a lifetime. This is not your typical wham-bam-thank you m'aam tour. We travel in small groups. We explore the Celtic history of different regions. We don't need to see everything, because this is a vacation. Instead, our invasion brings out the relaxation and magic of our adventure. In 2018, you can join me on a Celtic Invasion of the Isle of Skye in Scotland. Sign up to the mailing list at celticinvasion.com .

Notes:
* Helping you celebrate Celtic culture through music. My name is Marc Gunn. I am a musician and podcaster. You can share this show and find more episodes at celticmusicpodcast.com. And you can support this show on Patreon.

* CELTIC PODCAST NEWS

The Irish & Celtic Music Podcast comes out each and every week due to the generosity of people like you. Your kind pledge of as little as $1 per episode pays for the production of this podcast, as well as my time in producing the show. You get shows before regular listeners and my deepest thanks. When we hit a milestone, you get a 2-hour special. We are just $31 away from the next 2-hour special. I want to thank to our newest patrons: Michelle Knee, Andrew Volz, and a special thanks to our newest Celtic Superstar, Nancie. Thank you all so much for your generosity! Become a patron today!

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Jeff Suggs emailed: "I use the podcast for long drives to customers, walking the dog, or yard work. Keep up the good work!"

Heidi L Kleinman Murphy emailed on Facebook: "I'm editing a zombie book to my favorite hilarious Celtic tunes. Thanks, Marc, for the fun."

Here's a voicemail Al from Phillips, Maine and Steve Romeo in Florida.

This Week in Celtic Music
0:32 "Nevertheless" by Old Blind Dogs from A Room With A View

6:41 "Drowsy Maggie/Maid Behind the Bar/Coughlin's First" by Crikwater from Crikwater

11:48 "The Silver Tassie" by Steel Clover from To Scotland with Love

17:20 "Jackie Coleman's/The Square at Crossmaglen" by Garry O Meara from Pickin' Time

20:58 "1874" by Gerry O'Beirne & Rosie Shipley from Yesterday I Saw the Earth Beautiful

24:55 CELTIC PODCAST NEWS

25:20 "Lannigan's Ball" by Hearthfire Duo from A Long Way From Home

29:40 "Outlander Set: Loch Lomond / Comin' Thro' the Rye / Clean Pease Strae / The High Road to Linton (feat. Andy Kruspe)" by Mithril Duo from Bottom of the Punch Bowl

35:36 "Whiskey You're the Devil" by Beer Belly from King of Bellies

38:42 CELTIC FEEDBACK

40:10 "Albert McGinnis" by Tim Keeley from New Frontiers

43:40 "Grawel Walk" by Claymore from Claymore

46:23 "Francie" by Celtic Fusion Illusion from Walk the Tweed

51:18 "Happy Thoughts" by Shillaly Brothers from Shillaly Brothers

55:38 "This Train's Not Bound for Glory" by David Curley & Mick Broderick from A Brand New Day

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Laugh along with funny Celtic songs from Black Market Haggis, Plastic Paddy, Ed Miller, Sligo Rags, Crikwater, New Shilling, The Crimson Pirates, Seamus Kennedy, Andrew McKee, Merry Wives of Windsor, Emerald Rose, Mairi Morrison & Alasdair Roberts, Stout Pounders, Dust Rhinos, River Drivers, The Canny Brothers Band, Barleyjuice. Listen. Like. Share. Then download 34 Celtic MP3s for Free! bestcelticmusic.net/302

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Today's show is brought to you by Celtic Invasion Vacations
Every year, I take Celtic music fans on an adventure of a lifetime. This is not your typical wham-bam-thank you m'aam tour. We travel in small groups. We explore the Celtic history of different regions. We don't need to see everything, because this is a vacation. Instead, our invasion brings out the relaxation and magic of our adventure. In 2018, you can join me on a Celtic Invasion of the Isle of Skye in Scotland. Sign up to the mailing list at celticinvasion.com .

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Beth Folkemer posted on Facebook: "Cormorant's Fancy is super excited about being featured on this week's podcast! We're letting everyone know how to subscribe! Thanks so much!!!"

Kathryn Burke posted on Facebook: "I listen to this podcast while walking. It gives me a bounce to my step."

Edward Montgomery posted on Facebook: "I found your podcast a couple of days ago and LOVE IT! The song "Moron with the Bodhran" is now my inspiration; I have the first part taken care of and I'm learning to play the bodhran. I have been listening while commuting (60 miles round trip) to my teaching job. Once I figure out how, I want to become a patron. My wife and I will be in Dublin and Dingle in two months."

This Week in Celtic Music
0:05 "Angus and the Kilt" by Black Market Haggis from Better Than It Sounds

4:15 "Dicey Riley" by Plastic Paddy from Lucky Enough

7:27 "I Wish They'd Do It Now" by Ed Miller from Live at the Cactus Cafe

10:53 "We're Irish Tonight (Hung Over in the Morning)" by Sligo Rags from Roll Me Down the Mountain

14:32 "Three Drunken Maidens" by Crikwater from Crikwater

16:56 "Mary Mac" by New Shilling from Irishtown Sessions

20:15 CELTIC PODCAST NEWS

21:35 "Irish Rover" by The Crimson Pirates from That's So Sad

24:56 "The Scottish Song" by Seamus Kennedy from A Smile and a Tear

28:06 "Orange and Green" by Andrew McKee from The Irish Bard

30:30 "Lannigan's Ball" by Merry Wives of Windsor from Bottoms Up

34:36 "Danny in the Jar" by Emerald Rose from Con Suite

37:07 CELTIC FEEDBACk

38:53 "Never Wed An Old Man" by Mairi Morrison & Alasdair Roberts from Urstan

41:04 "Don't Go Blamin' Whiskey" by Stout Pounders from Thirst

44:50 "Drank the Whole Town Dry" by Dust Rhinos from I Should Behave

47:54 "Hot Asphalt" by River Drivers from River Drivers

51:06 "Drunken Sailor" by The Canny Brothers Band from The Guinness Situation

54:50 "Weekend Irish" by Barleyjuice from A Night at the Pub

BONUS

58:43 "Johnny Jump Up" by Beer Belly from King of Bellies

1:02:00 "The Scotsman" by Beltaine from Tilly's Jig

1:04:07 "Drinking for Two" by The Langer's Ball from Whiskey Outlaws

1:07:09 "Isn't It Grand, Boys?" by Marc Gunn from Happy Songs of Death

1:11:28 "Tie Me Down" by We Banjo 3 from Roots of the Banjo Tree

VOTE IN THE CELTIC TOP 20 . It's easier than ever to do. Just list the show number, and the name of one or two bands. That's it. You can vote once for each episode help me create next year's Best Celtic music of 2017 episode.

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We Celts are quite fortunate, despite the challenges we've faced through the centuries, and especially when it comes to great Irish and Celtic music from Culann's Hounds, Poitin,Season's Melody, The Irish Experience, Sligo Rags, Cormorant's Fancy, Ken O'Malley, Merry Wives of Windsor, Flook, 3 Pints Gone, West of Mabou, O'Hanlons Horsebox, Beatnik Turtles, Blaggards, Celtica Pipes Rock. Listen. Like. Share. Then download 34 Celtic MP3s for Free! http://bestcelticmusic.net/302

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Today's show is brought to you by Celtic Invasion Vacations
Every year, I take Celtic music fans on an adventure of a lifetime. This is not your typical wham-bam-thank you m'aam tour. We travel in small groups. We explore the Celtic history of different regions. We don't need to see everything, because this is a vacation. Instead, our invasion brings out the relaxation and magic of our adventure. In 2018, you can join me on a Celtic Invasion of the Isle of Skye in Scotland. Sign up to the mailing list at celticinvasion.com .

Notes:
* Helping you celebrate Celtic culture through music. My name is Marc Gunn. I am a musician and podcaster. You can share this show and find more episodes at celticmusicpodcast.com. And you can support this show on Patreon.

* CELTIC PODCAST NEWS

As always, I want to send out a HUGE thanks to the patrons of the podcast. Your generous pledge of as little as $1 per episode pays for the production of this podcast as well as my time in producing the show. You will enjoy a personal podcast feed where you can listen to the show before regular subscribers, occasional extended editions, and my deepest thanks. When we hit a milestone, you get a 2-hour special. Thanks to our newest patrons: Perry Greza. Thank you so much for your generosity! Become a patron today!

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Nataliya Semenova emailed on Facebook: "Dear Sir! I've subscribed on your Celtic Music Podcast in order to improve my English and because I like Irish and Scottish folk songs. Listening to your podcasts for two months I would like to tell you that you' ve done a really amazing job. I'm fond of the music you collected. It's awesome! Thank you so much! Best greetings from Ukraine!"

Beth Folkemer posted on Facebook: "You asked what folks are doing when listening to the podcast. I was working on Cormorant's Fancy's website."

This Week in Celtic Music
0:03 "The Carlow Set: Monaghan Twig/O'neill's March/Follow Me Up to Carlow/Brian" by Culann's Hounds from Year of the Dog

6:41 "Blue Bear Polkas: Richard's / Willy Wink's / Blue Bear / Bill Sullivan's" by Poitin from Wish

10:54 "Fortunate" by Season's Melody aka Melanie Gruben from The Crossroads Faire

13:40 "Going Back to Israel" by The Irish Experience from The Irish Experience

17:17 "Roll Me Down the Mountain/The Switchback" by Sligo Rags from Roll Me Down the Mountain

23:48 CELTIC PODCAST NEWS

25:32 "The Mummer's Jig / Munster Buttermilk" by Cormorant's Fancy from A Different Bird

29:14 "My Match Was Made" by Ken O'Malley from OMaille

32:56 "My Johnny Was a Shoemaker" by Merry Wives of Windsor from Tales from Windsor's Tavern

34:45 "Beehive: The Beehive/Poon Hill/Vladimir's Steamboat" by Flook from Rubai

39:43 "Bonnie Portmore" by 3 Pints Gone from It's About Bloody Time

43:58 CELTIC FEEDBACK

45:56 "Rannie MacLellan" by West of Mabou from West of Mabou

50:34 "Joe Coburn" by O'Hanlons Horsebox from Songs and Stories of the Border

54:33 "What Would You Do (If You Married a Soldier)?" by Beatnik Turtle from Sham Rock

56:02 "Bog Songs" by Blaggards from Standards

1:01:32 "Beyond Avalon" by Celtica Pipes Rock from Legends and Visions

The Irish & Celtic Music Podcast was produced by Marc Gunn, The Celtfather. To subscribe, go to iTunes or to our website where you can become a Patron of the Podcast for as little as $1 per episode. Promote Celtic culture through music at celticmusicpodcast.com .

Let's go traveling now that St Patrick's Day is over with some Irish and Celtic music from Black Market Haggis, Patrick Penta, Jim Cope, Battlefield Band, Katherine Nagy, Avery LeVine, Byrne and Kelly, Garry O Meara, Beth Patterson/Patrick O'Flaherty, PaddyGrass, Get Up Jack, COAST, The Prodigals, House of Hamill. Listen. Like. Share. Then download 34 Celtic MP3s for Free! celticmusicpodcast.com/301

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* Helping you celebrate Celtic culture through music. My name is Marc Gunn. I am a musician and podcaster. You can share this show and find more episodes at celticmusicpodcast.com. And you can support this show on Patreon.

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I want to welcome and thank all of the new subscribers to the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast. We had a big feature on iTunes last week. That and of course St. Patrick's day pushed us to the #2 most-popular Music Podcast on their charts.

We also had a ton of downloads of our 17 Free Celtic MP3s for St. Patrick's Day album that was released. If you haven't gotten a copy yet, go download. You don't need to sign up to anything to get it. At least, not until the end of March. Follow the link in the shownotes.

If you haven't liked us on Facebook, please do so. Every week, you'll see what the latest Celtic Music News and new Celtic CDs are thanks to Todd Wiley.

If you're in a Celtic band, submit your permission form and music to us at 4celts.com. If there's a band you'd like to hear on this show, do two things. One, contact them the band and ask them submit thier music. Two, email me and tell me about the band. I'll try to reach out to them.

As always, I want to send out a HUGE thanks to the patrons of the podcast. Your generous pledge of as little as $1 per episode pays for the production of this podcast as well as my time in producing the show. You will enjoy a personal podcast feed where you can listen to the show before regular subscribers, occasional extended editions, and my deepest thanks. When we hit a milestone, you get a 2-hour special. Thanks to our newest patrons: Keith Gibson, Julie Iler Jones, Angie Arnold. Thank you so much for your generosity! Become a patron today!

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Kristi Green Hudson posted on Facebook: "Hi! Kristi Green listening in from Dawsonville, Georgia, USA. - Loving your show #296 . I've been enjoying your podcasts for several days now - what a wonderful discovery! Great music to help me through the workday! This time last year, I was enjoying my first trip to Ireland and watching the parade pass by in Dublin! Your music helps take me back to those perfect days & favored memories! Thank you."

Heidi L Kleinman Murphy posted on Facebook: "I love your music. I'm practicing the bodhran while I listen to your podcast"

This Week in Celtic Music
0:03 "7 Fig For A Kiss/Olive For a Kiss" by Black Market Haggis from Better Than It Sounds

3:10 "Farewell to Music/Abercairney House/Andrew & His Cutie Gun" by Patrick Penta from When I Was a Young Man

8:56 "Ruffled Drawers/When First Unto This Country" by Jim Cope from King of Ballyhooley

13:08 "Return to Kashmagiro/The Cuddy With the Wooden Leg" by Battlefield Band from The Producer's Choice

16:19 "Traveler's Song" by Katherine Nagy from Gypsy Lady

21:19 CELTIC PODCAST NEWS

23:26 "Patsy Hanley's/The Boys of Ballisodare/The Crosses of Annagh" by Avery LeVine from Lonesome City

26:26 "Belfast" by Byrne and Kelly from Echoes

31:01 "Stealth" by Garry O Meara from Pickin' Time

35:06 "Pointe Aux Pins" by Beth Patterson /Patrick O'Flaherty from Caelic

38:30 CELTIC FEEDBACk

39:59 "The Minstrel Boy" by PaddyGrass from PaddyGrass

43:22 "Las Vegas" by Get Up Jack from The Road Home

46:52 "Big Blue Sky" by COAST from Coast

52:05 "Mountain Dew" by The Prodigals from Brothers

55:54 "Nightmare" by House of Hamill from Wide Awake

VOTE IN THE CELTIC TOP 20 . It's easier than ever to do. Just list the show number, and the name of one band. That's it. Your vote will help me create next year's Best Celtic music of 2017 episode.

The Irish & Celtic Music Podcast was produced by Marc Gunn, The Celtfather. To subscribe, go to iTunes or to our website where you can become a Patron of the Podcast for as little as $1 per episode. Promote Celtic culture through music at celticmusicpodcast.com .

Happy St. Patrick's Day from the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast! We are happy to bring some great Celtic Music from Garry O Meara, String Theory, Emish, Prydein, Plastic Paddy, Patrick D'Arcy, Kilrush, Andrew McKee, Beltaine, Finbar Furey, Black 47, Drone, Wild Colonial Bhoys, Thomas Patrick Kenny, Seamus Kennedy, The Muckers, Mitchell and Vincent, Abby Green, The Led Farmers, Derek Warfield & The Young Wolfetones, The Brayzen Heads, Spencer Murray & Pipeslinger, Brobdingnagian Bards, The Elders, NUA, Jim Cope, Battlelegs, Black Market Haggis, Sisters of Murphy, In For A Penny. Listen. Like. Share. Then download 34 Celtic MP3s for Free! http://celticmusicpodcast.com/300/

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Subscribe to the podcast on iTunes today!

Today's show is brought to you by Celtic Invasion Vacations
Every year, I take Celtic music fans on an adventure of a lifetime. This is not your typical wham-bam-thank you m'aam tour. We travel in small groups. We explore the Celtic history of different regions. We don't need to see everything, because this is a vacation. Instead, our invasion brings out the relaxation and magic of our adventure. In 2018, you can join me on a Celtic Invasion of the Isle of Skye in Scotland. Sign up to the mailing list at celticinvasion.com .

Notes:
* Helping you celebrate Celtic culture through music. My name is Marc Gunn. I am a musician and podcaster. You can share this show and find more episodes at celticmusicpodcast.com. And you can support this show on Patreon.

We have a big feature on iTunes this week. So if you're new, I want to welcome to the incredible world of Celtic music. We celebrate St Patrick's Day all year long.

Every week, you get an action-packed, hour-long show full of Celtic music. Many of these bands are small, independent artists whoh don't have the financial support of a giant record label. They can't afford a publicist. So I bring you their music for free... with the hope that you might find a new favorite band and buy their music.

If you enjoy what you hear. Please support the artists. You can also support this pdocast by sharing it with your friends.

* CELTIC PODCAST NEWS:

As always, I want to send out a HUGE thanks to the patrons of the podcast. Your generous pledge of as little as $1 per episode pays for the production of this podcast as well as my time in producing the show. You will enjoy a personal podcast feed where you can listen to the show before regular subscribers, occasional extended editions of the show, and my deepest thanks. When we hit a milestone, you get a 2-hour special.

Thanks to our newest patrons: John OConnor, Keriann Noble, Mary Botkin, Samuel G, Donald McLeod, and a extra special thanks to our newest Celtic Superstar, Nancie. Thank you all for your generosity! Become a patron today!

If you haven't downloaded your Free Irish & Celtic Music Podcast app, go to iTunes or Amazon and do so today.

Listen to past St Patrick's Day episodes on our website. You can also find other St. Patrick's Day shows to check out, including St Patrick's Day Podcast and Pub Songs Podcast. I posted a 2-hour St Pats Special there last week.

Best Irish Drinking Songs Lyrics

Finally, I hope you listened to show #298: 17 for St Patrick's Day . Because you can download all 17 of those songs and tunes right now. Click here to read the article and download the MP3s .

* I WANT YOUR FEEDBACK:

What are you doing today while listening to the podcast? You can send a written comment along with a picture of what you're doing while listening. Email a voicemail message to celticpodcast@gmail.com

Dan Cunningham emailed me on Facebook: "Thank you Marc for your podcast and all you do for the Celtic community. I've been an advid fan for years We receive your podcast on TuneIn and it's tradition that my wife and I listen to the new podcast every Saturday morning during our breakfast. My wife Cindy and I live in the North land of Minnesota and we both look forward to the weekends and the Irish and Celtic music podcast. God bless."

Google changed their voicemail service. I can longer download the audio files. Fortunately, their voice-to-text feature is pretty good.

I got a voicemail from Heidi Jane: "Hey Mark, I just wanted to say thank you very much for including me. It's really an honor, and I'm just grateful. It's a good time of year to remind me to tell people about your podcast. Thank you so much and happy Saint Patrick's day. I'm really glad that you are doing this for everybody and for the music. It's very noble and wonderful. Take care."

Jason Roberts sent: "Hey mark, I've been a listener since pretty much the beginning and I just want to send a huge amount of congratulations out to you for your 300 episodes. I record audio and produce learning video for my job in the computer world, so I truly understand the huge effort that goes into planning and recording your audio and producing these podcast sessions. I also dabble with playing guitar and my favorite music to play is Irish trad music. You're an inspiration along with all the artist that you help, and I wish you the best on your next 300 episodes. Hey, man when you finish this next podcast. Take a few minutes and enjoy a pint or three of the black stuff."

This Week in Celtic Music
0:07 "The Jolly Beggarman/Whiskey Before Breakfast" by Garry O Meara from Pickin' Time

5:10 "Dowd's #9/ Bag of Spuds/ The Tamlin" by String Theory by String Theory

8:52 "P Stands for Paddy" by Emish from Sinners Make the Best Saints

14:28 "Backdraft" by Prydein from Loud Pipes (Save Lives)

18:16 "Muirshin Durkin" by Plastic Paddy from Lucky Enough

20:47 "Song & Hop Jig: The Whistling Thief / The Rocky Road To Dublin" by Patrick D'Arcy from Wallop the Spot

25:11 "Charlie on the MTA" by Kilrush from The Basement Sessions

29:05 "Sailor's Wife Set" by Andrew McKee from The Irish Bard

31:40 "Two Hours After St. Parick's Day" by Beltaine from Jump at Samhain's Fire

35:08 "Up By Christchurch And Down By St. Patrick's And Home" by Finbar Furey from Colours

39:25 "St Patrick's Day" by Black 47 from Last Call

43:24 NEW PATRONS OF THE PODCAST

44:07 "Branle Double" by Drone from Drone v Awen

46:29 "Merry Ploughboy" by Wild Colonial Bhoys from Century

50:13 "Raglan Road" by Thomas Patrick Kenny from The Music of Turlough O'carolan and Other Irish Treasures

53:30 "The Irish Pub Song" by Seamus Kennedy from Tricky Tongue Twisters

56:10 "Old Dun Cow" by The Muckers from The Muckers

1:00:09 CELTIC PODCAST NEWS

1:01:03 "Morgan Rattler - Lads of Alnwick" by Mitchell and Vincent from Circling the Square

1:07:38 "She Moved Through the Fair" by Abby Green from Why Should I?

1:11:05 "The White Set" by The Led Farmers from Katie

1:14:42 "Song of the Celts" by Derek Warfield & The Young Wolfetones from Let Ye All Be Irish Tonight

1:18:16 "Whiskey in the Jar" by The Brayzen Heads from Floored

1:21:52 "Clawhammer Reels" by Spencer Murray & Pipeslinger from Sound & Fury

1:24:37 "Finnegan's Wake" by Brobdingnagian Bards from The Holy Grail of Irish Drinking Songs

1:28:01 CELTIC FEEDBACK

1:31:10 "The Miners" by The Elders from Story Road

1:35:28 "YK INN" by NUA from FLOW

1:40:17 "Irish Rover" by Jim Cope from King of Balleyhooley

1:43:26 "Wild Rover" by Battlelegs from Lost My Shoes

1:47:58 "Whistling Postman Set" by Black Market Haggis from Better Than It Sounds

1:51:59 "Green Over Red" by Sisters of Murphy from Working Stiffs Unite

1:58:50 "Parting Glass" by In For A Penny from Every Day Should Be St Patrick's Day

VOTE IN THE CELTIC TOP 20 . It's easier than ever to do. Just list the show number, and the name of one or two bands. That's it. You can vote once for each episode help me create next year's Best Celtic music of 2016 episode.

The Irish & Celtic Music Podcast was produced by Marc Gunn, The Celtfather. To subscribe, go to iTunes or to our website where you can become a Patron of the Podcast for as little as $1 per episode. Promote Celtic culture through music at celticmusicpodcast.com .

This extra-long St. Patrick's Day special highlights the Best Celtic Music of 2016 as voted on by you in the Celtic Top 20 with music from The Gothard Sisters, Heidi-Jane Schwabe, Ockham's Razor, Black Market Haggis, Stanley & Grimm, Sarah Marie Mullen, Skeleton McKee, Burning Bridget Cleary, Innisfall, Reel Treble, Liz Schettner, Faerydae, Corktown Popes, Rachel Hair Trio, Young Dubliners, Niteworks, Spirited Lads, Michael DeAngelis, Syr, Steel City Rovers. Listen. Like. SHARE. Then download 34 Celtic MP3s for Free! celticmusicpodcast.com/299/

Subscribe to the Celtic Music Magazine . This is our free newsletter and your guide to the latest Celtic music and podcast news. Remember to support the artists who support this podcast: buy their CDs, download their MP3s, see their shows, and drop them an email to let them know you heard them on the Irish and Celtic Music Podcast.

Today's show is brought to you by Celtic Invasion Vacations
Every year, I take Celtic music fans on an adventure of a lifetime. This is not your typical wham-bam-thank you m'aam tour. We travel in small groups. We explore the Celtic history of different regions. We don't need to see everything, because this is a vacation. Instead, our invasion brings out the relaxation and magic of our adventure. In 2018, you can join me on a Celtic Invasion of the Isle of Skye in Scotland. Sign up to the mailing list at celticinvasion.com .

Notes:
* Helping you celebrate Celtic culture through music. My name is Marc Gunn. I am a musician and podcaster. You can share this show and find more episodes at celticmusicpodcast.com. And you can support this show on Patreon.

If you're new to this show on iTunes or elsewhere, I welcome you. My goal is to bring together small indie Celtic bands with Celtic music fans. So each week, I share an hour-long episode packed full of amazing indie Irish and Celtic music. Most of the bands, you have probably never heard of. Yes, there some that are turning heads in the Celtic music scene. But most are small. They don't have a record label. They can't afford a publicist. But the music is just as good. They deserve to be heard.

So if this show moves you, please do us all a BIG favor and SHARE IT on social media. Or tell a friend. Help spread the word.

Now with every episode I ask you to vote for your favorite bands in that episode. At the end of the year, I compile all of your favorites into this show--the Celtic Top 20. These are the Top 20 Celtic bands that you thought were the best in 2016.

When you're done listening, go cast your vote. Then listen to past episodes and to the same. You can do all of that on the website at celticmusicpodcast.com/vote/ .

* CELTIC PODCAST NEWS:

We have a new YouTube Channel. To subscribe, follow this link .

If you haven't downloaded your Free Irish & Celtic Music Podcast app, go to iTunes or Amazon and do so today.

I have a free internet concert this Sunday, March 12th at 7:30pm CST. It's concert window. You can register to watch for more details . It's FREE!

I want to send out a big thanks to the patrons of the podcast. Your generous pledge of as little as $1 per episode pays for the production of this podcast as well as my time in producing the show. You will enjoy a personal podcast feed where you can listen to the show before regular subscribers, occasional extended editions of the show, and my deepest thanks. When we hit a milestone, you get a 2-hour special. Thanks to our newest patrons: Dieter Zimmerman, The QUASOR Podcast, Georg Macku, Sue Campbell, Jon Chamberlin. Thank you all for your generosity! Become a patron today!

Finally, I hope you listened to show #298: 17 for St Patrick's Day . Because you can download all 17 of those songs and tunes next Wednesday March 15th. Just subscribe to the Celtic Music Magazine to get notified about it.

* I WANT YOUR FEEDBACK:

Next episode will be released the St Patrick's Day is our 300th episode. So I want to ask you for your phone calls that I can include in that and other upcoming shows. Please call in.

What are you doing today while listening to the podcast? You can send a written comment along with a picture of what you're doing while listening. Call 678-CELT-POD to leave a voicemail message. That's 678-235-8763.

jdemonz reviewed the show on iTunes: "Great diverse selection of Celtic music. Very uplifting. I like listening to it in the mornings to start my day."

Gypsy Lee from Piatt, IL posted on Facebook: "So glad that I found this podcast! I often listen to it whilst drifting off to sleep. At the moment, I'm listening to it whilst cleaning my art studio. Thank you for all the lovelies, as it reminds me of my dear Granny, whose family came through the Appalachian Mountains from County Wicklow to settle in Illinois in the 1800's. Many blessings"

Anthony Becker posted a comment to SONIC IMPULSE and tagged us: "Heard your music on Irish & Celtic Music Podcast. Album purchased! Page liked! Hope to hear more of this amazing music in the future!"

He did the same with Ed Miller: "I heard Ed Miller on the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast and had to immediately buy an album. Now I see this page with amazing photos of Scotland! Reminds me I need to get there someday soon."

Kersti Luik commented on Patreon: "Great show, as usual. Listened while cleaning up my place. I had time to actually listen to it, not just hear it, as when I do my school work. All the best greetings to you and our fellow invaders. So sorry I have been too busy with my studies and had no time to contact, but I'm thinking about you all :) Longing to see you one day!"

This Week in Celtic Music
0:37 "Hummingbird" by The Gothard Sisters from single

5:37 "Passing Train Juniper Jig" by Heidi-Jane Schwabe from Bonus Tracks

10:22 "Are You Alright, Liz" by Ockham's Razor from Job's Comforter

15:13 "Shandon Bells Set" by Black Market Haggis from EP

18:50 "Fiddler's Green" by Stanley & Grimm from Another Round

22:48 "Planxty Irwin" by Sarah Marie Mullen from We Brought the Summer With Us

27:44 "Strathmartine Mains (Love and Freedom)" by Skeleton McKee from Leave The World Laughing

30:02 CELTIC PODCAST NEWS

32:01 "Chloe's Passion" by Burning Bridget Cleary from These Are the Days

36:07 "I Know My Love" by Innisfall from Innisfall

39:30 "Spotted Dog/The Swallow's Tail/Donegal Lass" by Reel Treble

41:38 "Up High" by Liz Schettner from Up High (EP)

46:44 "The Fiery Warlocks" by Faerydae from Changeling

50:21 "Tonight It's Joy" by Corktown Popes from And Also With You

54:52 CELTIC FEEDBACK

57:20 "Angel" by Rachel Hair Trio from Tri

1:01:06 "Seeds of Sorrow" by Young Dubliners from Nine

1:04:08 "Obair Oidhche" by Niteworks from NW

1:09:06 "Bold O'Donahue" by Spirited Lads from Spirited Lads

1:11:40 "Lost in Cork" by Michael DeAngelis from Son of a Dunigan

1:16:52 "I Drove My Father to Drink" by Syr from Home

1:21:18 "Guinness For Two" by Steel City Rovers from Grand Misadventures

VOTE IN THE CELTIC TOP 20 . It's easier than ever to do. Just list the show number, and the name of one or two bands. That's it. You can vote once for each episode help me create next year's Best Celtic music of 2016 episode.

The Irish & Celtic Music Podcast was produced by Marc Gunn, The Celtfather. To subscribe, go to iTunes or to our website where you can become a Patron of the Podcast for as little as $1 per episode. Promote Celtic culture through music at celticmusicpodcast.com .

Share & Enjoy 17 songs for St Patrick's Day on March 17th with St Patrick's Day Celtic music from We Banjo 3, The Here & Now, Hugh Morrison, Leaping Lulu, Vicki Swan & Jonny Dyer, Jed Marum, The Selkie Girls, Poitin, Shillelagh!, The Wee Heavies, The Gothard Sisters, SeaStar, Skeleton McKee, Dave Wilson & Willie B, O'Hanlons Horsebox, Ren, Sons of Malarkey, The Prodigals. Listen. Like. SHARE. Then download 34 Celtic MP3s for Free! http://bestcelticmusic.net/298

Subscribe to the Celtic Music Magazine . This is our free newsletter and your guide to the latest Celtic music and podcast news. Remember to support the artists who support this podcast: buy their CDs, download their MP3s, see their shows, and drop them an email to let them know you heard them on the Irish and Celtic Music Podcast.

Today's show is brought to you by the Patrons of the Podcast
Every Thursday, you get an hour of awesome Celtic music by some of the best indie Celtic musicians online. Our patrons generously pledge a buck or more per episode to bring these artists into your ears. Their kind support pays for the production of the podcast including time in producing the show. Whenever we hit a milestone, you get an extra-long special. Become a patron today. Because these Celtic musicians deserve to be heard. celticmusicpodcast.com/patron/

Notes:
* Helping you celebrate Celtic culture through music. My name is Marc Gunn. I am a musician and podcaster. You can share this show and find more episodes at celticmusicpodcast.com. And you can support this show on Patreon.

* CELTIC PODCAST NEWS

* Space is still available on the Celtic Invasion of Brittany. Visit the website to join the adventure!

* If you enjoy the music in this show, you can download every song in this playlist for free when you sign up to the Celtic Music Magazine . Every year, I publish an article called "17 Free Celtic MP3s for St. Patrick's Day". On March 15th, I email it to all of our subscribers as an extra special gift. It is also sneek peak into the albums you get when you are subscribed as a Song Henger on Patreon. You will be able to download the album in a couple weeks, however, when you subscribe you'll also get additional 34 Celtic MP3s for free. Head on over to our website and subscribe today.

* I want to send out a big thanks to the patrons of the podcast. Your generous pledge of as little as $1 per episode pays for the production of this podcast as well as my time in producing the show. You will enjoy a personal podcast feed where you can listen to the show before regular subscribers, occasional extended editions of the show, and my deepest thanks. When we hit a milestone, you get a 2-hour special. Thanks to our newest patron: Eric Patterons and Robert McMahon. Thank you all for your generosity! Become a patron today!

* I WANT YOUR FEEDBACK: What are you doing today while listening to the podcast? You can send a written comment along with a picture of what you're doing while listening, or from one of your trips to one of the Celtic nations. Call 678-CELT-POD to leave a voicemail message. That's 678-235-8763.

This Week in Celtic Music
0:37 "Island Orchard" by We Banjo 3 from String Theory

5:24 "Little Monster" by The Here & Now from Ladybird

8:49 "Prisoner Song" by Hugh Morrison from Prison Ballads

12:43 "Summer Storm" by Leaping Lulu from Into The West

15:47 "The Golden Glove" by Vicki Swan & Jonny Dyer from Paper of Pins

21:16 "Wild Geese" by Jed Marum from Calla's Waltz

24:52 CELTIC PODCAST NEWS

26:47 "Mo Nighean Donn as Boidhche" by The Selkie Girls from Pirate Queen

30:54 "The Pleasant Month of May" by Poitin from Simple Pleasures

32:54 "Si Beg Si Mor (reprise)/ Banish Misfortune" by Shillelagh! from A Turn of Fortune

37:01 "Bonnie Ship the Diamond" by The Wee Heavies from The Wee Heavies

39:06 “I Courted a Sailor” by The Gothard Sisters from Mountain Rose

43:05 CELTIC FEEDBACK

44:07 "Hjarta og Eldur" by SeaStar from Never Go Back

48:28 "Ireland" by Skeleton McKee from Leave The World Laughing

52:57 "Clare to Here" by Dave Wilson & Willie B from Far From Home

56:13 "The Fighting Boys from Corofin" by O'Hanlons Horsebox from Songs and Stories of the Border

58:44 "My Heart Belongs To Ireland" by Ren from debut single

1:02:00 "Killarney Boys of Pleasure" by Sons of Malarkey from Gulls Lads

1:06:06 "Home to You" by The Prodigals from Brothers

VOTE IN THE CELTIC TOP 20 . It's easier than ever to do. Just list the show number, and the name of one bands. That's it. Your vote will help me create next year's Best Celtic music of 2017 episode.

The Irish & Celtic Music Podcast was produced by Marc Gunn, The Celtfather. To subscribe, go to iTunes or to our website where you can become a Patron of the Podcast for as little as $1 per episode. Promote Celtic culture through music at celticmusicpodcast.com .

Share Irish and Celtic music from Emish, Garry O'Meara, RUNA, The Tea Merchants, The Irish Rovers, Smithfield Fair, Bill Troxler, Pol Mac Adaim, Drunk & Sailor, Rising Gael, Kilrush, O'Craven, Larkin, Screeched Inn, Brothers 3. Listen. Like. Then download 34 Celtic MP3s for Free! http://bestcelticmusic.net/297

Subscribe to the Celtic Music Magazine . This is our free newsletter and your guide to the latest Celtic music and podcast news. Remember to support the artists who support this podcast: buy their CDs, download their MP3s, see their shows, and drop them an email to let them know you heard them on the Irish and Celtic Music Podcast.

Today's show is brought to you by the Patrons of the Podcast
Every Thursday, you get an hour of awesome Celtic music by some of the best indie Celtic musicians online. Our patrons generously pledge a buck or more per episode to bring these artists into your ears. Their kind support pays for the production of the podcast including my in producing the show. Whenever we hit a milestone, you get an extra-long special. Become a patron today. Because these Celtic musicians deserve to be heard. celticmusicpodcast.com/patron/

Notes:
* Helping you celebrate Celtic culture through music. My name is Marc Gunn. I am a musician and podcaster. You can share this show and find more episodes at celticmusicpodcast.com. And you can support this show on Patreon.

* CELTIC PODCAST NEWS

Check the website for the latest Celtic Music News and new Celtic CDs.

If you're in a Celtic band, or know a band who just released a CD, please do two simple things. One, contact the band. Ask them to submit to the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast at 4celts.com. And two, email me. Tell me about the CD so I can contact the band and get them on the show.

* I want to send out a big thanks to the patrons of the podcast. Your generous pledge of as little as $1 per episode pays for the production of this podcast as well as my time in producing the show. You will enjoy a personal podcast feed where you can listen to the show before regular subscribers, occasional extended editions of the show, and my deepest thanks. When we hit a milestone, you get a 2-hour special. Thanks to our newest patron: Jason Meyers. Thank you all for your generosity! Become a patron today!

* I WANT YOUR FEEDBACK: What are you doing today while listening to the podcast? You can send a written comment along with a picture of what you're doing while listening, or from one of your trips to one of the Celtic nations. Call 678-CELT-POD to leave a voicemail message. That's 678-235-8763.

Peter Holland posted on Facebook: "listened to [show #296 ] last night after the rain made my Direct TV lose signal. Great music".

This Week in Celtic Music
0:26 "Julia Delaney" by Emish from Sinners Make the Best Saints

5:05 "Box Room Fantasy" by Garry O'Meara from Pickin' Time

7:49 "Fear a Bhata" by RUNA from LIVE

14:12 "Gaol Jigs" by The Tea Merchants from Gaslight Snaps

17:33 "Trust in Drink" by The Irish Rovers from Drunken Sailor

20:10 CELTIC PODCAST NEWS

21:13 "Appin, Mo Chridhe" by Smithfield Fair from 20 For 20

22:47 "Auchanachie Gordon" by Bill Troxler from 12 Degrees of Separation

28:08 "Forsaken Land" by Pol Mac Adaim from Forsaken Land

31:36 "Bully in the Alley" by Drunk & Sailor from Doing What We Do

33:25 CELTIC FEEDBACK

33:56 "Weatherman" by Rising Gael from IV

37:40 "Lily's Ghost" by Kilrush from The Basement Sessions

42:06 "San Patricio" by O'Craven from Whiskey, Wenches, and Scallywag

46:52 "Faith of a Felon" by Larkin from Alexandra

49:37 "Farewell to Nova Scotia" by Screeched Inn from Screeched Inn

54:52 "Da Shetlands" by Brothers 3 from The Journey That Lies Before

VOTE IN THE CELTIC TOP 20 . It's easier than ever to do. Just list the show number, and the name of one band. That's it. Your vote will help me create next year's Best Celtic music of 2017 episode.

The Irish & Celtic Music Podcast was produced by Marc Gunn, The Celtfather. To subscribe, go to iTunes or to our website where you can become a Patron of the Podcast for as little as $1 per episode. Promote Celtic culture through music at celticmusicpodcast.com .

Two hours of some of the best Celtic music as picked by you in the Celtic Top 20 with music from Runa, Derek Warfield & The Young Wolfe Tones, Colleen Raney & Colm MacCarthaigh, Rathkeltair, The Rogues, Barleyjuice, Marc Gunn, The Gothard Sisters, Ockham's Razor, Count 4dB, Vintage Wildflowers, Jiggernaut, Gwilym Morus, Hawp, Socks in the Frying Pan, Black 47, Samantha Gillogly & Tim Maurice, Sons of Malarkey, The Selkie Girls, Jimi McRae And Sam Okoo, Ed Miller, Vicki Swan & Jonny Dyer, The Flying Toads, Battlelegs, Navan, Sonic Impulse, Heidi Talbot, Ron Cody, Gaelic Storm. Listen. Like. Share. Then download 34 Celtic MP3s for Free! http://bestcelticmusic.net/296/

Subscribe to the Celtic Music Magazine . This is our free newsletter and your guide to the latest Celtic music and podcast news. Remember to support the artists who support this podcast: buy their CDs, download their MP3s, see their shows, and drop them an email to let them know you heard them on the Irish and Celtic Music Podcast.

Today's show is brought to you by the Patrons of the Podcast
Every Thursday, you get an hour of awesome Celtic music by some of the top independent Celtic musicians online. They generously share their music with us. And 191 people generously pledge a buck or more per episode to bring these artists into your ears. Your kind support pays for web hosting, maintenance, advertising and my time in producing the show. Whenever we hit a milestone, you get an extra-long special, like this one. Become a patron today. Because these Celtic musicians deserve to be heard. celticmusicpodcast.com/patron/

Notes:
* Helping you celebrate Celtic culture through music. My name is Marc Gunn. I am a musician and podcaster. You can share this show and find more episodes at celticmusicpodcast.com. And you can support this show on Patreon.

We have two new patrons: Chris Pike and Goombaguy. Special thanks to our Celtic Superstars: Kevin Long, Annie Lorkowski, Derek Lineberry, Lynda MacNeil, Steven, Bryan Brake, John Sharkey White II, Theresa Sullivan, John Bilderback, Johnny Berry, Shawn Cali. We are $47 away from a 2-hour Scottish music show! Become a patron today to celebrate Celtic culture through music.

* CELTIC PODCAST NEWS:

"Slainte Mhaith" is the first music video from Kilted Kings album Name On My Soul. Go give it a listen on YouTube . Then share it with a friend.

* Finally, I had a wild idea to build the Celtic podcast community. I've been hearing about Podcast Listening Groups. And I wondered if any of you would be interested in me setting up a weekly listening time where you can chat live with other podcast listeners. Imagine a session, say on Tuesday evening at 7:30pm. Everyone would start playing the latest show. Then you you could go to the Irish & Celtic Music Club on Facebook and chat with other Celtophiles. You can share which songs you like and which you don't. Does this sound like something you'd be interested in? That's the question I will pose in the next Celtic Music Magazine. So think about it, and then email me if you're interested. If I can get a couple dozen or so people interested, I will organize such an event. If you have a preferred day or time, please share that as well.

* I WANT YOUR FEEDBACK: What are you doing today while listening to the podcast? You can send a written comment along with a picture of what you're doing while listening. Call 678-CELT-POD to leave a voicemail message. That's 678-235-8763.

Nicole Theresa posted on Facebook: "Just wanted to drop a note - - I'm listening to past podcast episodes while I grade music finals (I work for a virtual school in California; I'm a high school music appreciation teacher). The wonderful music is making the painful student submissions a bit more bearable! Cheers!"

Shira Gaudet posted on Facebook: "Thank you for your podcast! Yours is what I listen to when I need a mental break. Love the music. Stone Soup is my favorite episode so far! Still working through all of the old episodes."

Kevin Long emailed: "I was so happy to find your podcast while searching for Celtic music on iTunes. Where has this been all my life? Thank you, Thank you, Thank you for this! I cannot begin to describe to you, the memories of my childhood that this podcast brings back. My Grand Father and Great Grand Father used to sit and play this very same music on the fiddle and guitar when I was young boy growing up in Sarasota Florida back in the late sixties and early seventies.

Within the past two months, two events have drawn me ever closer to your broadcast. First, at my surprise birthday party to celebrate my 50th birthday, my amazing wife Vicky surprised me with a planned trip to Cork (my ancestral homeland)and Limerick for May. Second was the unfortunate passing of my beloved Grand Father James Russell Huff. He gave me many things in life, one of them is my love of music. My Mother found a recording of him and my Great Grand Father playing Celtic music recently and my family sat around and listened. This is when I knew that I was not only destined to find your podcast but, support it as well. Mark, I hope to happen upon you on the emerald isle one day and buy you a pint. Slainte!"

This Week in Celtic Music
0:37 "Land of Sunshine Set" by Runa from Current Affairs

8:03 "Farewell to Ireland" by Derek Warfield & The Young Wolfe Tones from Far Away in Australia

11:32 "Belfast Mountains" by Colleen Raney & Colm MacCarthaigh from Cuan

15:55 "Dante's Local" by Rathkeltair from 8

20:04 "Cullen Anderson" by The Rogues from Live in Canada, Eh?

24:45 "Weekend Irish" by Barleyjuice from A Night at the Pub

28:43 "Mingulay Boat Song" by Marc Gunn from Scottish Songs of Drinking & Rebellion

33:11 "Compass" by The Gothard Sisters from Compass

35:16 "Oro, Se Do Bheatha ‘Bhaile" by Ockham's Razor from Wolves in the Walls

38:15 "The Fisherman's Song" by Count 4dB from Rylander: There Can Be Only One

41:57 "An Buachaillin Ban Set" by Vintage Wildflowers from Lovely Madness

48:08 CELTIC PODCAST NEWS

49:20 "Two Minute's Silence" by Jiggernaut from The Well

55:46 "Eryri" by Gwilym Morus from Awena

58:10 "Aoife Orla Jigs" by Hawp from Storm and Calm

1:02:19 "Foreign Lander (song)" by Socks in the Frying Pan from Socks in the Frying Pan

1:04:51 "James Connolly" by Black 47 from Rise Up

1:10:40 "An Alarc'h/Brian Boru's March/Glennlivet" by Samantha Gillogly & Tim Maurice from Celtic Chamber Music

1:13:55 CELTIC FEEDBACK

1:16:37 Promo: Sons of Malarkey

1:16:47 "Happy Are the Dead" by Sons of Malarkey from Sons of Malarkey

1:21:04 "Gaelic Song" by The Selkie Girls from Long Time Traveling

1:26:32 "Highland Cathedral/The Black Bear" by Jimi McRae And Sam Okoo from Scottish Pipes And African Drums

1:30:24 "The Devil Made Texas" by Ed Miller from The Edinburgh Rambler

1:34:50 "Broken Token" by Vicki Swan & Jonny Dyer from Stones on the Ground

1:40:21 "Palm Sunday" by The Flying Toads from Warts 'n All

1:46:02 PAY THE PIPER

1:47:24 "Johnny" by Battlelegs from The Soup Mages

1;50:07 "Ellas Mari (Cornish)" by Navan from Lowena

1;53:28 "Chenier Shuffle" by Sonic Impulse from Pipe Dreams

1:56:05 "If You Stay" by Heidi Talbot from In Love + Light

1:59:46 "Salamanca/The Golden Keyboard" by Ron Cody from The Talking Rake

"Raised on Black and Tans" by Gaelic Storm from Cabbage

VOTE IN THE CELTIC TOP 20 . It's easier than ever to do. Just list the show number, and the name of one or two bands. That's it. You can vote once for each episode help me create next year's Best Celtic music of 2016 episode.

The Irish & Celtic Music Podcast was produced by Marc Gunn, The Celtfather. To subscribe, go to iTunes or to our website where you can become a Patron of the Podcast for as little as $1 per episode. Promote Celtic culture through music at celticmusicpodcast.com .

Valentine's Day is almost here. So we're gonna have music about love this week with Celtic music from Beth Paterson, Andrew Finn Magill, Battlelegs, West of Mabou, Kilted Kings, The Sorries, Sean Orr, Ciara Considine, Nathan Gourley and Laura Feddersen, Amadan, Carbon Leaf, The Muckers, Sons of Malarkey, The Prodigals, Jesse Ferguson. Listen. Like. Share. Then download 34 Celtic MP3s for Free! http://bestcelticmusic.net/295

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Today's show is brought to you by Celtic Invasion of Brittany
Standing stones are pretty awesome and inspiring to see. But imagine 3000 of them, together... and you, able to make a daily sojourn among the stones. This June, you can see the Carnac Stones up close and personal, just a 20 minute walk from where we are staying in the coastal village of Carnac in Northwest France. You have until February 15, 2017 to reserve your spot on the next Celtic Invasion Vacation. Enjoy the culture, history and legends on a timeless adventure with a small group of 6-8 invaders. Join the invasion at celticinvasion.com

Notes:
* Helping you celebrate Celtic culture through music. My name is Marc Gunn. I am a musician and podcaster. You can share this show and find more episodes at celticmusicpodcast.com. And you can support this show on Patreon.

* CELTIC PODCAST NEWS

* I want to send out a big thanks to the patrons of the podcast. Your generous pledge of as little as $1 per episode pays for the production of this podcast as well as my time in producing the show. You will enjoy a personal podcast feed where you can listen to the show before regular subscribers, occasional extended editions of the show, and my deepest thanks. When we hit a milestone, you get a 2-hour special. We are just $1 away from the next 2-hours special. Thanks to our newest patron: Eetheart. Thank you all for your generosity! Become a patron today!

* I WANT YOUR FEEDBACK: What are you doing today while listening to the podcast? You can send a written comment along with a picture of what you're doing while listening, or from one of your trips to one of the Celtic nations. Call 678-CELT-POD to leave a voicemail message. That's 678-235-8763.

I got a text that wrote: "Thanks for your podcast! I love listening to Celtic music and it helps me relax as I work on my grad school presentations"

Kevin Lavery emailed: "I'm a recent college grad from central Pennsylvania and your podcast has kept me company on many solo road trips and whenever my Pandora station just lacks the variety I seek. I know you're often looking for new bands to play, and I wanted to suggest Down by the Glenside. I've seen them perform twice, in Gettysburg and at a Celtic festival in Harrisburg hosted by the Kilmaine Saints. Both bands put on a great show at the festival, but DbtG was closer to my own tastes in music. I'd love to see their work get some love with a wider audience. Thanks for doing what you do."

This Week in Celtic Music
0:14 "Jigs: Mary Patterson's/All In The Family/The Rathfarnham Lilters" by Beth Paterson from Hyrid Vigor

6:06 "Only for Barney/ Kissing and Drinking" by Andrew Finn Magill from Roots

9:06 "Do You Love an Apple" by Battlelegs from Lost My Shoes

11:41 "Clumsy Lover" by West of Mabou from West of Mabou

16:32 "Name On My Soul" by Kilted Kings from Name On My Soul

22:29 CELTIC PODCAST NEWS

23:32 "Johnny Lad" by The Sorries from Auld Lang Syne

29:13 "Home with the Girls/Devil in the Strawstack" by Sean Orr from Celtic Texas

31:57 "Farewell My Love, Remember Me" by Ciara Considine from O Mo Chroi

35:12 "Miss Patteron's Slippers/Berehaven" by Nathan Gourley and Laura Feddersen from Life Is All Checkered

38:53 "Amore Des Me Amores/The Gates of Aberdeen" by Amadan from Sons of Liberty

43:15 CELTIC FEEDBACK

44:52 "7 Brides for 7 Sinners" by Carbon Leaf from 5 Alive

50:42 "Star of the County Down" by The Muckers from The Muckers

50:42 "Marie's Wedding" by Sons of Malarkey from Gulls Lads

53:24 "Tell Me Ma" by The Prodigals from Brothers

58:25 "The Lakes of Ponchartrain" by Jesse Ferguson from The Parting Glass

VOTE IN THE CELTIC TOP 20 . It's easier than ever to do. Just list the show number, and the name of one or two bands. That's it. You can vote once for each episode help me create next year's Best Celtic music of 2017 episode.

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February starts with more great Celtic music from The Sorries, The Gothard Sister, Dublin Harpers, Kilted Kings, Abby Green, Colleen Raney and Colm Maccarthaigh, Rathkeltair, Tortoise and Hair, Hank Cramer, Poor Man's Fortune, Jamie Smith's MABON, The Killdares, The Elders, Ockham's Razor, Trip McCool. Help Kilted Kings top the charts on iTunes. Buy the album today. Shownotes at http://celticmusicpodcast.com

Listen. Like. Share. Then download 34 Celtic MP3s for Free! Subscribe to the Celtic Music Magazine . This is our free newsletter and your guide to the latest Celtic music and podcast news. Remember to support the artists who support this podcast: buy their CDs, download their MP3s, see their shows, and drop them an email to let them know you heard them on the Irish and Celtic Music Podcast.

Today's show is brought to you by Celtic Invasion of Brittany
Standing stones are pretty awesome and inspiring to see. But imagine 3000 of them, together... and you, able to make a daily sojourn among the stones. This June, you can see the Carnac Stones up close and personal, just a 20 minute walk from where we are staying in the coastal village of Carnac in Northwest France. You have until February 15, 2017 to reserve your spot on the next Celtic Invasion Vacation. Enjoy the culture, history and legends on a timeless adventure with a small group of 6-8 invaders. Join the invasion at celticinvasion.com

Notes:
* Helping you celebrate Celtic culture through music. My name is Marc Gunn. I am a musician and podcaster. You can share this show and find more episodes at celticmusicpodcast.com. And you can support this show on Patreon.

* CELTIC PODCAST NEWS

* Buy Kilted Kings New CD . It is now on sale! Listen to the album on YouTube .

* Top-Played Celtic Bands of 2016

* I want to send out a big thanks to the patrons of the podcast. Your generous pledge of as little as $1 per episode pays for the production of this podcast as well as my time in producing the show. You will enjoy a personal podcast feed where you can listen to the show before regular subscribers, occasional extended editions of the show, and my deepest thanks. When we hit a milestone, you get a 2-hour special. We are just $1 away from the next 2-hours special. Thanks to our newest patron: Michael Cavanaugh. Thank you all for your generosity! Become a patron today!

* I WANT YOUR FEEDBACK: What are you doing today while listening to the podcast? You can send a written comment along with a picture of what you're doing while listening, or from one of your trips to one of the Celtic nations. Call 678-CELT-POD to leave a voicemail message. That's 678-235-8763.

This Week in Celtic Music
0:10 "Tae the Beggin' I Will Go" by The Sorries from Auld Lang Syne

3:09 "It Was Beautiful" by The Gothard Sister from Mountain Rose

7:03 "Kindness of Strangers" by Dublin Harpers from Shenanigans

10:54 "Wild Mountain Thyme" by Kilted Kings from Name On My Soul

15:27 "Si Bheag Si Mhor/Why Should I?" by Abby Green from Why Should I?

18:47 CELTIC PODCAST NEWS

19:56 "Western Highway" by Colleen Raney and Colm Maccárthaigh from Cuan

23:27 "Granny Panny" by Rathkeltair from Big White Van

29:19 "Traveling Song" by Tortoise and Hair from A Front Row Seat

32:16 "Who's on the Way, Boys?" by Hank Cramer from Loosely Celtic

34:19 "May Morning Dew/Monaghan Jig" by Poor Man's Fortune from Blow Hard

39:20 CELTIC FEEDBACK

39:40 "Summer's Lament" by Jamie Smith's MABON from Windblown

43:20 "Sometimes the Night Is Wrong" by The Killdares from Steal the Sky

46:42 "Torchy Doyle" by The Elders from Story Road

50:33 "Moorlough Shore" by Ockham's Razor from Job's Comforter

56:29 "Ireland, Oh Ireland" by Trip McCool from The Traveler

VOTE IN THE CELTIC TOP 20 . It's easier than ever to do. Just list the show number, and the name of one or two bands. That's it. You can vote once for each episode help me create next year's Best Celtic music of 2016 episode.

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Come together with great Celtic music from Stonecircle, Solas, Blarney Castle, We Banjo 3, Ed Miller, Burning Bridget Cleary, Chris Murphy, Andrew McKee, Black Market Haggis, Battlegs, Blackstone Cuil, The Brazen Heads, Booze Brothers, The Shanties. Shownotes at celticmusicpodcast.com/293/

Listen. Like. Share. Then download 34 Celtic MP3s for Free! Subscribe to the Celtic Music Magazine . This is our free newsletter and your guide to the latest Celtic music and podcast news. Remember to support the artists who support this podcast: buy their CDs, download their MP3s, see their shows, and drop them an email to let them know you heard them on the Irish and Celtic Music Podcast.

Today's show is brought to you by Celtic Invasion of Brittany
Standing stones are pretty awesome and inspiring to see. But imagine 3000 of them, together... and you, able to make a daily sojourn among the stones. This June, you can see the Carnac Stones up close and personal, just a 20 minute walk from where we are staying in the coastal village of Carnac in Northwest France. You have until February 15, 2017 to reserve your spot on the next Celtic Invasion Vacation. Enjoy the culture, history and legends on a timeless adventure with a small group of 6-8 invaders. Join the invasion at celticinvasion.com

Notes:
* Helping you celebrate Celtic culture through music. My name is Marc Gunn. I am a musician and podcaster. You can share this show and find more episodes at celticmusicpodcast.com. And you can support this show on Patreon.

* CELTIC PODCAST NEWS
On March 21st The Rogues will be performing at Mount St. Mary's University in Emmitsburg, MD.

WICKED TINKERS will be performing at Phoenix Scottish Games in Phoenix, AZ on March 4th.

Kilted Kings CD Release is next Thursday, February 2, 2017. Pre-order Name On My Soul on iTunes or Amazon. Details on our website .

* I want to send out a big thanks to the patrons of the podcast. Your generous pledge of as little as $1 per episode pays for the production of this podcast as well as my time in producing the show. You will enjoy a personal podcast feed where you can listen to the show before regular subscribers, occasional extended editions of the show, and my deepest thanks. When we hit a milestone, you get a 2-hour special. We are just $1 away from the next 2-hours special. Thanks to our newest patrons: Tim Hughes, and our new Celtic Superstar Kevin Long. Thank you all for your generosity! Become a patron today!

* I WANT YOUR FEEDBACK: What are you doing today while listening to the podcast? You can send a written comment along with a picture of what you're doing while listening, or from one of your trips to one of the Celtic nations. Call 678-CELT-POD to leave a voicemail message. That's 678-235-8763.

Thom Danger Speck of Screeched Inn posted a photo on Facebook: "I'm at home working on some new music and listening to Marc Gunn's Irish & Celtic Music Podcast when what should arrive at my door... Thanks for the sticker Marc. I will put it in my guitar case with pride. ;)"

Jake sent a voicemail.

Indeed the Top of Admiration posted on iTunes: "I love this podcast for the wide variety of Celtic musicians it features in every episode. No two episodes sound quite alike, and I love that it constantly exposes me to new artists. This podcast has become my go-to music to have on while I write."

Hank Woodward emailed: "Hi Marc, I'm eagerly anticipating hearing the "Scottish Music" podcast on my lunchtime walk today! 2016 was an eventful year with many ups and downs for me (unplanned job change, my mother's passing, etc.), but I could always count on hearing wonderful music on the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast. My best wishes to you and your family and many thanks again for all you do in bringing the greatest gift of Celtic music to all of us. Slainte'"

This Week in Celtic Music
0:36 "Moped in the Sky" by Stonecircle from Metamorphosis

4;26 "Roarie Bummlers" by Solas from All These Years

8:35 "Her Heart Was Buried" by Blarney Castle from Her Heart Was Buried

12:14 "Island Orchard" by We Banjo 3 from String Theory

16:14 "The Ewe Buchts" by Ed Miller from Come Awa' Wi' Me

22:42 CELTIC POCAST NEWS

24:27 "The Mountain" by Burning Bridget Cleary from These Are the Days

28:28 "Connemara Ponies" by Chris Murphy from The Tinker's Dream

31:30 "Satisfied" by Andrew McKee from The Irish Bard

34:37 "Shandon Bells Set" by Black Market Haggis from upcoming CD

38:41 CELTIC FEEDBACK

41:10 "Barnyards of Delgaty" by Battlegs from Lost My Shoes

43:11 "Blackstone Cuil" by Blackstone Cuil from Blackstone Cuil

48:17 "If I Ever Lived Before" by The Brazen Heads from Who's Your Paddy

52:05 "Elevator" by Booze Brothers from Elevator

56:48 "Sally Gardens" by The Shanties from Fear Not

VOTE IN THE CELTIC TOP 20 . It's easier than ever to do. Just list the show number, and the name of one or two bands. That's it. You can vote once for each episode help me create next year's Best Celtic music of 2016 episode.

The Irish & Celtic Music Podcast was produced by Marc Gunn, The Celtfather. To subscribe, go to iTunes or to our website where you can become a Patron of the Podcast for as little as $1 per episode. Promote Celtic culture through music at celticmusicpodcast.com .

Awesome Scottish music is pretty easy to find. There's a lot of brilliant traditional songs as well as modern songs and songwriters coming out of Scotland. This show touches on a teeny, tiny portion of the Scottish music I have in my catalog. You can expect a lot more when we hit our $500 milestone on Patreon. In the meantime, enjoy music from The Rogues, Bonnie Rideout, Battlefield Band, Vicki Swan & Jonny Dyer, Ed Miller, Andrew McKee, Wicked Tinkers, Don Grieve, Brobdingnagian Bards, Caledonia Swing, Lady Moon, The Freestylers of Piping, Jasper Coal, Hugh Morrison, Jiggernaut, Kilted Kings. http://celticmusicpodcast.com

Listen. Like. Share. Then download 34 Celtic MP3s for Free! Subscribe to the Celtic Music Magazine . This is our free newsletter and your guide to the latest Celtic music and podcast news. Remember to support the artists who support this podcast: buy their CDs, download their MP3s, see their shows, and drop them an email to let them know you heard them on the Irish and Celtic Music Podcast.

Today's show is brought to you by Celtic Invasion of Brittany
Standing stones are pretty awesome and inspiring to see. But imagine 3000 of them, together... and you, able to make a daily sojourn among the stones. This June, you can see the Carnac Stones up close and personal, just a 20 minute walk from where we are staying in the coastal village of Carnac in Northwest France. You have until February 15, 2017 to reserve your spot on the next Celtic Invasion Vacation. Enjoy the culture, history and legends on a timeless adventure with a small group of 6-8 invaders. Join the invasion at celticinvasion.com

Notes:
* Helping you celebrate Celtic culture through music. My name is Marc Gunn. I am a musician and podcaster. You can share this show and find more episodes at celticmusicpodcast.com. And you can support this show on Patreon.

* CELTIC PODCAST NEWS: Last week, I informed you about the free Irish & Celtic Music Podcast app. I was quickly notified that app needed updating. I have forwarded that info on to Libsyn. It should be updated soon. My apologies for that. I'll let you know as soon as I hear there's an update. If you are not on Android or iOS, I'm checking on options there as well.

* I want to send out a big thanks to the patrons of the podcast. Your generous pledge of as little as $1 per episode pays for the production of this podcast as well as my time in producing the show. You will enjoy a personal podcast feed where you can listen to the show before regular subscribers, occasional extended editions of the show, and my deepest thanks. When we hit a milestone, you get a 2-hour special. We are just $12 away from the next 2-hours special. Thanks to our newest patrons: Brian Z, Gary R Hook, Jason Roberts, Nicole Theresa, plus Annie Lorkowski, and Bill Shields who raised their pledges. Thank you all for your generosity! Become a patron today!

* I WANT YOUR FEEDBACK: What are you doing today while listening to the podcast? You can send a written comment along with a picture of what you're doing while listening, or from one of your trips to one of the Celtic nations. Call 678-CELT-POD to leave a voicemail message. That's 678-235-8763.

Alisa sent a voicemail

Merbs Labrador posted on Facebook: "Hey mark, it's merbs! I'm originally from the Philippines. living now in New Zealand.. I really love irish & celtic music. I discovered your podcast through the celtic roots podcast with raymond in belfast northern ireland. It all started back 2011 when I was working in the desert, with lots of my irish workmates. I was inspired and got addicted to listening to celtic music. Best of luck to your program, I'm lookin forward to be one of your patron. Cheers"

Ma-Ho-Ney posted on iTunes: "Great music, love the themes! I am making my own top music playlist based off of the songs I hear on the podcasts. I used the detailed podcast descriptions to identify the artist and songs and then get them from iTunes! A lot of great music, artists and free stuff! Worth subscribing, and not just around Saint Patrick's Day!

Martha Meyers emailed a picture: "Boo for just making apps for the robot and the fruit. Your developer should look into resources for easily porting iOS apps as Universal Windows Apps. Now that’s done, attached is a pic of the blanket I mentioned in the comments for show 291."

This Week in Celtic Music
0:39 "Jigs: Partners in Time, Ian McCleod, The Seagull, The Hen's March" by The Rogues from Scottish Rogues

6:46 "Invergarry Castle/Sutherland Calquhoun's Jig/O as" by Bonnie Rideout from Scottish Inheritance

11:40 "Seven Braw Gowns/Miss MacLeod's Minuet" by Battlefield Band from The Producer's Choice

14:14 "The Willows" by Vicki Swan & Jonny Dyer from Scatter Pipes

19:06 "My Love Is Like a Red, Red Rose" by Ed Miller from Many's The Fine Tale

22:59 CELTIC PODCAST NEWS

24:37 "Bonnie Portmore" by Andrew McKee from The Irish Bard

28:50 "Hornpipe/Jig Set" by Wicked Tinkers from Banger for Breakfast

31:07 "The Trooper and The Maid" by Don Grieve from A Drop o'the Best

33:15 "Oor Hamlet" by Brobdingnagian Bards from Real Men Wear Kilts

37:00 "Drummond Set: Miss Drummond of Perth/Louden's Bonnie Woods & Braes/The Devil in the Kitchen" by Caledonia Swing from Something Like That!

39:39 "Loch Lomond" by Lady Moon from Fairy's Love Song

44:03 CELTIC FEEDBACk

47:11 "The Heavy Hitter/The Shape of Piping to Come" by The Freestylers of Piping from The Shape of Piping to Come

52:22 "Twa Corbies" by Jasper Coal from 1000 Feet Closer to hell

55:11 "Tramps and Hawkers" by Hugh Morrison from Scotland Is free

58:38 "Macfurley's Rant" by Jiggernaut from The Well

1:06:02 "Flower of Scotland" by Kilted Kings from Name On My Soul

VOTE IN THE CELTIC TOP 20 . It's easier than ever to do. Just list the show number, and the name of one or two bands. That's it. You can vote once for each episode help me create next year's Best Celtic music of 2016 episode.

The Irish & Celtic Music Podcast was produced by Marc Gunn, The Celtfather. To subscribe, go to iTunes or to our website where you can become a Patron of the Podcast for as little as $1 per episode. Promote Celtic culture through music at celticmusicpodcast.com .

New Celtic music from West of Mabou, Andrew Finn Magill, Myddle Earth, The Prodigals, Blarney Castle, McDerry, Whalebone, Acoustic Butterfly, O'Craven, Matt Hughes, Screeched Inn, Wild Colonial Bhoys, Titanicdance. Shownotes at celticmusicpodcast.com/

Listen. Like. Share. Then download 34 Celtic MP3s for Free! Subscribe to the Celtic Music Magazine . This is our free newsletter and your guide to the latest Celtic music and podcast news. Remember to support the artists who support this podcast: buy their CDs, download their MP3s, see their shows, and drop them an email to let them know you heard them on the Irish and Celtic Music Podcast.

Today's show is brought to you by Celtic Invasion of Brittany
Standing stones are pretty awesome and inspiring to see. But imagine 3000 of them, together... and you, able to make a daily sojourn among the stones. This June, you can see the Carnac Stones up close and personal, just a 20 minute walk from where we are staying in the coastal village of Carnac in Northwest France. You have until February 15, 2017 to reserve your spot on the next Celtic Invasion Vacation. Enjoy the culture, history and legends on a timeless adventure with a small group of 6-8 invaders. Join the invasion at celticinvasion.com

Notes:
* Helping you celebrate Celtic culture through music. My name is Marc Gunn. I am a musician and podcaster. You can share this show and find more episodes at celticmusicpodcast.com. And you can support this show on Patreon.

* CELTIC PODCAST NEWS: You can now listen to the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast in our very own app available for Android AND iOS devices. This was a part of one of our big milestones last month. So this app is now FREE! It was developed by Libsyn and has some nice features which will allow you to easily share the show on social media and contact me as well.

Of course, if you're on Android, you may also have the Marc Gunn Celtic Music app. Mine lacks the sharing features but you can also listen to my other podcasts including the Pub Songs Podcast, Renaissance Festival Podcast and The Celtfather.

* I want to send out a big thanks to the patrons of the podcast. Your generous pledge of as little as $1 per episode pays for the production of this podcast as well as my time in producing the show. You will enjoy a personal podcast feed where you can listen to the show before regular subscribers, occasional extended editions of the show, and my deepest thanks. When we hit a milestone, you get a 2-hour special. We are just $25 away from 2-hours of Scottish music. And of course, next week, we have a 2-hour retrospective coming your way. Thanks to our newest patron: Tony. Become a patron today!

* I WANT YOUR FEEDBACK: What are you doing today while listening to the podcast? You can send a written comment along with a picture of what you're doing while listening, or from one of your trips to one of the Celtic nations. Call 678-CELT-POD to leave a voicemail message. That's 678-235-8763.

Sytze Kamphuis posted in the shownotes: "Hey Marc, there is one Celtic Christmas song that I always play in the winter. It is not just one of the best Celtic Christmas songs I've ever heard, it's one of the most beautiful songs I've ever heard, period. Seacht Suailci Na Maighdine Muire by Aoife ni Farragh from her album 'Aoife'. Hope you get a chance to listen to it and I wish you and your family all the best for 2017."

Jeffrey Evans emailed a picture: "On the Celtic postcast, you're always asking what were doing when we're listening. Normally, that is difficult for me since I'm either listen to new episodes at work and there is a strict rule about taking pictures inside the plant fence or I'm listening to some favorite episodes that I have permanently downloaded as I'm falling asleep. Not today. It's probably the last decent day of the year for the Ohio Valley. I left work early and just sitting outside, cross stitching a celtic cross as a wedding gift for a friend as episode 154 plays."

Alex Marling emailed: "Hello Marc I would like to say that I really enjoyed your Irish and Celtic pub songs from your #114th podcast it was great I live in Canada Ontario in a small town called innisfill. We are mostly farming but I am a high school student and whenever I have a bad day I just go and listen to your amazing podcast I also like to say that on YouTube you look like a wooky with long hair and your star wars song makes me laugh every time. Have a good day and keep it up your podcast is incredibly amazing."

This Week in Celtic Music
0:39 "The Foxhunter" by West of Mabou from West of Mabou

5:35 "Horizons" by Andrew Finn Magill from Branches

9:21 "Raggle Taggle Gypsies" by Myddle Earth from Celtic Jigs & Reels

12:21 "Home to You" by The Prodigals from Brothers

16:42 "Silhouettes Against the Soil" by Blarney Castle from Single

22:16 CELTIC PODCAST NEWS

24:06 "Beeswing" by McDerry from Chandler

29:04 "Anglicana" by Whalebone from Mirabilia

34:27 "Irish Eyes" by Acoustic Butterfly from Whispers EP

39:05 CELTIC FEEDBACK

41:55 "Pint Glass" by O'Craven from Whiskey, Wenches, and Scalleywags

45:03 "Rocky Road to Dublin" by Matt Hughes from Soul of the Common Man

49:08 "I's The B'y" by Screeched Inn from Screeched Inn

51:43 "Terrorist or Dreamer" by Wild Colonial Bhoys from Century

1:00:59 "Boiler Room" by Titanicdance from Music from the Show

VOTE IN THE CELTIC TOP 20 . It's easier than ever to do. Just list the show number, and the name of one or two bands. That's it. You can vote once for each episode help me create next year's Best Celtic music of 2016 episode.

The Irish & Celtic Music Podcast was produced by Marc Gunn, The Celtfather. To subscribe, go to iTunes or to our website where you can become a Patron of the Podcast for as little as $1 per episode. Promote Celtic culture through music at celticmusicpodcast.com .

Instrumental Celtic music is one of the driving forces of Celtic culture. Enjoy Celtic tunes from Andrew Finn Magill, Runa, Bill Troxler, Battlefield Band, Wolf & Clover, Myddle Earth, Vicki Swan, Oisin McAuley, Jed Marum, Crepuscule, Cady Finlayson and Vita Tanga, Sons of Malarkey, Susana Seivane, NUA. Shownotes at celticmusicpodcast.com

Listen. Like. Share. Then download 34 Celtic MP3s for Free! Subscribe to the Celtic Music Magazine . This is our free newsletter and your guide to the latest Celtic music and podcast news. Remember to support the artists who support this podcast: buy their CDs, download their MP3s, see their shows, and drop them an email to let them know you heard them on the Irish and Celtic Music Podcast.

Today's show is brought to you by Celtic Invasion of Brittany
Standing stones are pretty awesome and inspiring to see. But imagine 3000 of them, together... and you, able to make a daily sojourn among the stones. This June, you can see the Carnac Stones up close and personal, just a 20 minute walk from where we are staying in the coastal village of Carnac in Northwest France. You have until February 15, 2017 to reserve your spot on the next Celtic Invasion Vacation. Enjoy the culture, history and legends on a timeless adventure with a small group of 6-8 invaders. Join the invasion at celticinvasion.com

Notes:
* Helping you celebrate Celtic culture through music.

* 3-Hour Celtic Instrumental Show #204 and the Celtic Instrumentals #103

* TradConnect is accepting your votes for Album of the Year . I see several artists who've been featured on our podcast on that list, including: Andrew Finn Magill, Caladh Nua, Crepuscule, Innisfall, Jennifer Licko, NUA, Runa, Socks in the Frying Pan, We Banjo 3.

We have some outstanding artists on this show, and I really would love to support them for their generosity to this podcast. So do me a favor and go vote. Now I should point out that you do need to be a member of TradConnect and membership is free. But this will do wonders for our awesome musicians and our community.

* I want to send out a big thanks to the patrons of the podcast. Your generous pledge of as little as $1 per episode pays for the production of this podcast as well as my time in producing the show. You will enjoy a personal podcast feed where you can listen to the show before regular subscribers, occasional extended editions of the show, and my deepest thanks. When we hit a milestone, you get a 2-hour special. We are just $25 away from 2-hours of Scottish music. And of course, next week, we have a 2-hour retrospective coming your way. Thanks to our newest patrons: Tony, Mark Muller, Michael Bromund, Terri Stinnett-Herczeg. Become a patron today!

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Allan Marcotte emailed a Christmas picture: "I enclose a picture of the star for the top of my tree and it is special. This is the same star that topped the Christmas trees that I grew up with back in the 60's and 70's. For years my younger sister had it but did not use it. A few years back I asked for it. Well this year for Christmas, I found that she had sent it to me. Talk about a wonderful surprise and a flood of memories. I want to wish you and your family a most Merry Christmas and joyous New Year"

This Week in Celtic Music
0:43 "The Green Fields of Glentown / The Old Dudeen / McFadden's Handsome Daughter" by Andrew Finn Magill from Roots

5:37 "The Hunter Set" by Runa from Current Affairs

11:27 "Irish Wind" by Bill Troxler from 12 Degrees of Separation

16:00 "The Canongate Twitch / Steamboat To Detroit / Twenty Pounds of Gin / Break Yer Bass Drone" by Battlefield Band from The Producer's Choice

20:18 "Sí Bheag Sí Mhor" by Wolf & Clover from Single

23:39 CELTIC PODCAST NEWS

25:06 "Cliffs of Moher" by Myddle Earth from Celtic Jigs & Reels

27:55 "Fikavalsen" by Vicki Swan & Jonny Dyer from Single

30:47 "Quebec Reels" by Oisín McAuley from Far From The Hills Of Donegal

34:29 "Calla's Waltz" by Jed Marum from Calla's Waltz

39:34 CELTIC FEEDBACK

42:20 "Mrs Stewart of Grandtully Set" by Crepuscule from Horizon

47:32 "All Set for St. Pat's" by Cady Finlayson and Vita Tanga from Electric Green

50:38 "Fiona's Chicken & Waffles" by Sons of Malarkey from Gulls Lads

52:11 "Foliada do Quinteiro" by Susana Seivane from Os Sonos que Volven

58:24 "Wide Open" by NUA from FLOW

VOTE IN THE CELTIC TOP 20 . It's easier than ever to do. Just list the show number, and the name of one or two bands. That's it. You can vote once for each episode help me create next year's Best Celtic music of 2016 episode.

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And so ends another year of the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast. Eleven years and still going strong. We're gonna close out the year with some amazing Celtic music from Beth Patteron/Patrick O'Flaherty, FIMM, The Selkie Girls, The Here & Now, Runa, House of Hamill, The Gothard Sisters, The Triskells, Kevin Tyler, Naomi's Fancy, Chuckawalla Rhythm Kings, Barleyjuice, The Elders, Heather Dale, Connemara Stone Company, Seamus Kennedy. Shownotes at celticmusicpodcast.com

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* Helping you celebrate Celtic culture through music. My name is Marc Gunn. I am a musician and podcaster. You can find more episodes at celticmusicpodcast.com. And you can support this show on Patreon.

* I want to send out a big thanks to the patrons of the podcast. Your generous pledge of as little as $1 per episode pays for the production of this podcast as well as my time in producing the show. You get a personal podcast feed where you can listen to the show before regular subscribers, occasional extended editions of the show, and my deepest thanks. When we hit a milestone, you get a 2-hour special. Become a patron today to celebrate Celtic culture through music.

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This Week in Celtic Music
0:25 "O'Donnell Abu/Men of Harloch" by Beth Patteron /Patrick O'Flaherty from Caelic

4:18 "Sweeny's Buttermilk" by FIMM from Roiboos e Disappunti

6:49 "Mo Nighean Donn As Boidhche" by The Selkie Girls from Pirate Queen

10:56 "Lovely Miss Gunning" by The Here & Now from Ladybird

15:22 "The False Knight Upon the Road" by Runa from Current Affairs

20:45 "Guns of the Magnificent Seven" by House of Hamill from Wide Awake

24:34 "The Boatman's Call" by The Gothard Sisters from Mountain Rose

28:02 "Cooley's Reel/The Glass of Beer" by The Triskells from The Triskells

31:32 "Broom of Cowdenknowes" by Kevin Tyler from Conor Savage

35:03 "Sergeant Early's Dream" by Naomi's Fancy from Crossing Borders

39:27 CELTIC FEEDBACK

40:02 "Men of Worth" by Chuckawalla Rhythm Kings from No Bedrolls or Backpacks

42:47 "Dear Ould Ireland" by Barleyjuice from Six Yanks

47:55 "Hangover Hill" by The Elders from Story Road

50:58 "Fair and Tender Ladies" by Heather Dale from My Celtic Heart

54:34 "The Voice" by Connemara Stone Company from Back Home

1:01:17 "Auld Lang Syne" by Seamus Kennedy from Goodwill to Men

VOTE IN THE CELTIC TOP 20 . It's easier than ever to do. Just list the show number, and the name of one or two bands. That's it. You can vote once for each episode help me create next year's Best Celtic music of 2016 episode.

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The Irish & Celtic Music Podcast brings peace to families, or at least that's John from Oregon says in this week's Celtic Feedback. Enjoy some awesome Celtic peace making music from Poitin, Vince Conaway, Shillelagh!, Hugh Morrison, Seamus Kennedy, Derek Warfield & The Young Wolfe Tones, Drunk & Sailor, Vintage Wildflowers, Andrew McKee, Sligo Rags, Doug Folkins, Spirited Lads, Secret Sky, The Prodigals, Sisters of Murphy. Shownotes at celticmusicpodcast.com/288/

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Notes:
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* There's just 3 days left until Christmas. Awaken your Christmas spirit in 2016 with 4 episodes of Celtic Christmas Podcast to awaken your Christmas spirit. Subscribe at celticchristmasmusic.net

* I want to send out a big thanks to the patrons of the podcast. Your generous pledge of as little as $1 per episode pays for the production of this podcast as well as my time in producing the show. You will enjoy a personal podcast feed where you can listen to the show before regular subscribers, occasional extended editions of the show, and my deepest thanks. When we hit a milestone, you get a 2-hour special.

Super special thanks to our Celtic Superstars: Derek Lineberry, Lynda MacNeil, Peter Tilghman, Steven, Bryan Brake, John Sharkey White, II, Theresa Sullivan, John Bilderback, Rian P Kegerreis, Johnny Berry, Shawn Cali Help celebrate Celtic culture through music. Become a patron today!

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* Two past instrumental-only shows: Celtic Instrumentals #103 and 3-Hours of Instrumental Celtic Music #204

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Daniel E Bednar emailed a picture: "Your podcast is a common companion during the 90 min. commute to my banking job in downtown Tokyo. This was was one of the less crowded days on the train! Btw, I would selfishly like to suggest doing some episodes with nothing but instrumental music, no singing. They would be great for studying, another thing I do a lot of on the train! Keep up the great work, sir!"

Brian McCormick wrote in the shownotes: "thank you so much for all you do. At 74 years 11 months and reluctantly counting ?? , it is a real joy to still hear the music I grew up on"

John sent a voicemail from Oregon...

Belfast Andi sent a voicemail to say thanks

This Week in Celtic Music
0:26 "Last Beautiful Loneliness" by Poitin from Simple Pleasures

5:27 "Battle of Aughrim/Jenny Dang the Weaver" by Vince Conaway from Wanderlust

9:04 "Lish Young Buy-a-Broom" by Shillelagh! from A Turn of Fortune

12:10 "Diane Morrison/Bobby Morrison" by Hugh Morrison from Ali MacGregor's Music Collection

15:40 "The Day of the Clipper" by Seamus Kennedy from Sailing Ships and Sailing Men

19:17 "Step It Out Mary" by Derek Warfield & The Young Wolfetones from Let Ye All Be Irish Tonight

23:25CELTIC PODCAST NEWS

25:22 "Pint or So" by Drunk & Sailor from Doing What We Do

28:30 "Chattering Magpies Set" by Vintage Wildflowers from Lovely Madness

32:35 "One and Twenty" by Andrew McKee from The Irish Bard

34:16 "South Australia" by Sligo Rags from Rolling Me Down the Mountain

38:18 CELTIC FEEDBACK

40:52 "Black Velvet Band" by Doug Folkins from Another Last Call

44:06 "Wild Rover" by Spirited Lads from Spirited Lads

46:44 "When I Was On Horseback" by Secret Sky from Secret Sky

52:37 "Home to You" by The Prodigals from Brothers

58:09 "Come Back to the Emerald Isle" by Sisters of Murphy from Working Stiffs Unite

VOTE IN THE CELTIC TOP 20 . It's easier than ever to do. Just list the show number, and the name of one or two bands. That's it. You can vote once for each episode help me create next year's Best Celtic music of 2016 episode.

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Merry Christmas with Irish & Celtic Christmas music from The Irish Rovers, The Gothard Sisters, Jennifer Licko, Cherish the Ladies, Eddie Biggins, Caitriona O'Leary, Rosanne Cash, Rose and Thistle Band, Haggis Rampant, Heather Dale, De Ceadaoin, Irish School of Music, Golden Bough, Celtic Woman, The Barra MacNeils, Steel City Rovers.
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Notes:
* Helping you celebrate Celtic culture through music.

* If you want to enjoy more Celtic Christmas music, the Celtic Christmas Podcast is has three new shows out this year. There over forty episodes with hours of free Christmas music and entertainment from Celtic musicians. Go to celticchristmasmusic.net to subscribe.

* I want to send out a big thanks to the patrons of the podcast. Your generous pledge of as little as $1 per episode pays for the production of this podcast as well as my time in producing the show. You get a personal podcast feed where you can listen to the show before regular subscribers, occasional extended editions of the show, and my deepest thanks. When we hit a milestone, you get a 2-hour special. You can help decide the next milestone by becoming a patron. Thanks to our newest patrons: 3rd Coast Celtic, Woodland Bard, Kirsten Nelson. Become a patron today to celebrate Celtic culture through music.

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This Week in Celtic Music
0:37 "Christmas Morning" by The Irish Rovers from Merry Merry Time of Year

4:13 "Hark, the Herald Angels Sing" by The Gothard Sisters from Falling Snow

9:37 "Soilse na Nollag" by Jennifer Licko from The Lights of Christmas

14:20 "O Christmas Tree/Road Dust Slip Jigs" by Cherish the Ladies from Christmas in Ireland

19:21 "Miss Fogarty's Christmas Cake" by Eddie Biggins from To Drive the Cold Winter Away

22:31 "Behould Three Kings" by Caitriona O'Leary Rosanne Cash from The Wexford Carols

26:49 "The Cherry Tree Carol" by Rose and Thistle Band from Celtic Christmas

30:43 "Canon in D" by Haggis Rampant from Burly! Haggis Rampant Plugged IN

34:07 "Two Cornish Carols" by Heather Dale from Spark

37:44 "Christmas Eve" by De Ceadaoin from Savor the Notes

43:39 "Don Oiche Ud I Mbeithil" by Irish School of Music from Winter Air

47:41 "The O'Rourke's Feast" by Golden Bough from Christmas in a Celtic Land

51:57 "Joy to the World" by Celtic Woman from Voices of Angels

55:21 "Children's Winter" by The Barra MacNeils from The Christmas Album

59:18 "Christmas Eve Reverie" by Steel City Rovers from Grand Misadventures

VOTE IN THE CELTIC TOP 20 . It's easier than ever to do. Just list the show number, and the name of one or two bands. That's it. You can vote once for each episode help me create next year's Best Celtic music of 2016 episode.

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For me, December means Christmas. But we can't get ahead of ourselves. We still have 24 days until Christmas. So let's keep the Celtic music rocking this December with music from Pitch the Peat, The Here & Now, Avourneen, Albannach, Ed Miller, Dom Duff, Angus Mohr, Sons of Malarkey, Susan Toman, The Selkie Girls, Plunk Murray, Tara O'Grady, Whalebone, Hearthfire, Karan Casey.
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Today's show is brought to you by Celtic Invasion Vacations
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* Helping you celebrate Celtic culture through music.

* You can see me perform with Kilted Kings at the Louisiana Renaissance Festival for the last two weekends of the festival. Details are at KiltedKings.com .

* With just 24 days left until Christmas, you can listen to 2 episodes of the Celtic Christmas Podcast to awaken your Christmas spirit. I'm sharing episodes on Facebook or subscribe to the show on iTunes, Stitcher, iHeartRadio and just about everywhere you listen to podcasts online. Subscribe at celticchristmasmusic.net

* I want to send out a big thanks to the patrons of the podcast. Your generous pledge of as little as $1 per episode pays for the production of this podcast as well as my time in producing the show. You will enjoy a personal podcast feed where you can listen to the show before regular subscribers, occasional extended editions of the show, and my deepest thanks. When we hit a milestone, you get a 2-hour special. Special thanks to our newest patrons: Olivier Marechal. Help celebrate Celtic culture through music. Become a patron today!

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Ken Brixius wrote in the shownotes: "Been enjoying the podcasts since #1. Usually listen to several hours at a time while traveling to VA appointments. Very interesting blurb about you with #285. I was stationed in Vicenza, IT a bit before your time there, 1976-78. What is extremely interesting is that the post, Ederle, has absolutely no record of my company ever being there. 62nd Engineer Company was the only Atomic Demolition company, ever! 4th building on the left as you pass the main gate."

Johnny Berry commented on Patreon: "Marc....your podcast are always good, but this one is the best that ya have ever done (in my opinion) THANK YOU"

This Week in Celtic Music
0:18 "An Leanbh Nua/Kilavil/Jerry's Beaver Hat" by Pitch the Peat from Far From Home

5:18 "Madison Avenue" by The Here & Now from Ladybird

10:26 "Eileen Oge" by Avourneen from Beloved

13:24 "Mons Graupius March" by Albannach from Bareknuckle Pipes & Drums

17:41 "Ferry Me Over" by Ed Miller from Generations of Change

21:19 "Kig Ha Fars" by Dom Duff from XXXXXXXX

27:44 CELTIC MUSIC NEWS

28:59 "Talisman" by Angus Mohr from The Heroic Adventures of Angus Mohr

30:57 "The Leaving of Liverpool" by Sons of Malarkey from Gulls Lads

33:49 "A Scotch Lament" by Susan Toman from Emerald Shores

36:21 "Shepherd Lad" by The Selkie Girls from Pirate Queen

40:35 CELTIC FEEDBACK

42:22 "Star of the County Down" by Plunk Murray from Plunk Murray

44:57 "In Belfast Tonight" by Tara O'Grady from A Celt in the Cotton Club

48:12 "Floodplains" by Whalebone from Mirabilia

54:32 "Get A Little Irish" by Hearthfire from Finding Our Way

"The King's Shilling" by Karan Casey from The Winds Begin to Sing

VOTE IN THE CELTIC TOP 20 . It's easier than ever to do. Just list the show number, and the name of one or two bands. That's it. You can vote once for each episode help me create next year's Best Celtic music of 2016 episode.

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Happy Thanksgiving! And thank you for your continued support of Celtic music and the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast. This week, you'll be thankful for Celtic music from Jed Marum, The Gas Men, Jesse Ferguson, Mitchell and Vincent, Hugh Morrison, Hearthfire Duo, Mary Jane Lamond, New York Brogue, Pitch the Peat, The Saucy Rovers, Belfast Andi, The Beer Mats, Banna, The Muckers, New Shilling.
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Today's show is brought to you by Celtic Invasion Vacations
Travel will change your life. It opens your eyes to the mysterious and makes historical events come alive. In 2017, you can experience the culture, history and legends of Brittany with the next Celtic Invasion Vacation. You'll join a small group of 8-10 invaders who love Celtic music and culture like you, and who love to travel. Subscribe to the mailing list to join a Free Webinar on Tuesday, December 6th on "Breaking Down the Celtic Travel Barrier". Join the webinar and invasion at celticinvasion.com

Notes:
* Helping you celebrate Celtic culture through music.

* Kilted Kings are still performing at the Louisiana Renaissance Festival through the second weekend of December. Details are at KiltedKings.com .

* I want to send out a big thanks to the patrons of the podcast. Your generous pledge of as little as $1 per episode pays for the production of this podcast as well as my time in producing the show. You will enjoy a personal podcast feed where you can listen to the show before regular subscribers, occasional extended editions of the show, and my deepest thanks. When we hit a milestone, you get a 2-hour special. Special thanks to our newest patrons: Rachel Barckhaus, Harvey Yaw. Help celebrate Celtic culture through music. Become a patron today!

* Every day from now until Christmas, you can listen to past episodes of the Celtic Christmas Podcast directly on Facebook or subscribe to the show on iTunes, Stitcher, iHeartRadio and just about everywhere you listen to podcasts online. Subscribe at celticchristmasmusic.net

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Brian Mcreynolds shared a photo on Facebook: "I'm at work upgrading some temperature controllers. It's a lot nicer work with some Celtic music from your podcast."

Eric Atkinson wrote in the shownotes: "I’m working and living in Pyongyang, North Korea. I don’t get TV or radio and I have very limited internet access. I rely on DVDs and podcasts for home entertainment. While on a breather trip to Beijing, I downloaded a lot of Irish and Celtic music podcasts and I listen to at least one every day. I’m listening to one now. Thanks for providing such great entertainment. It’s really appreciated in this challenging place to live. Keep up the good work.
p.s. I also play Celtic flute and with the lots of time I have to practice, I’m getting quite good. I’ve got my first private concert next Saturday. So, Irish and Celtic music will be played live on the International Compound in Pyongyang, North Korea next weekend.

Liam Smith posted on Facebook: "While listening to your podcast #284, 2-Hours of On Fire Celtic Music, my wife and I were quite taken with Innisfall's song, My Lagan Love. I didn't hesitate to order the MP3s from Amazon.com, and of course, I sent them a note to let them know where I found their music. Then, of course, I had to read all about them on their website. I'm well pleased!"

This Week in Celtic Music
0:36 "Carrickfurgus" by Jed Marum from Calla's Waltz

5:21 "Liverpool/Plains of Boyle/Jolly Beggarman" by The Gas Men from Clement Street

9:22 "Arthur McBride" by Jesse Ferguson from The Butcher Boy

15:17 "Paddy Went to London/The Cliffs of Moher" by Mitchell and Vincent from Circling the Square

18:22 "Prisoner Song" by Hugh Morrison from Prison Ballads

22:17 "A Minor Tradition" by Hearthfire Duo from Rising Tides

24:52 CELTIC PODCAST NEWS

25:58 "Mairi Bhan Dhail As Eas" by Mary Jane Lamond from Storas

31:29 "The Banks of the Roses" by New York Brogue from Live from the Poor Mouth

34:08 "An Leanbh Nua/Kilavil/Jerry's Beaver Hat" by Pitch the Peat from Far From Home

38:40 "Old Ripppin' Wind" by The Saucy Rovers from Treasure Sickness

42:56 CELTIC FEEDBACK

45:08 "St. Patrick Was A Gentleman" by Belfast Andi from All That Glitters

47:14 "The Cheeky Goat" by The Beer Mats from Easter Lily

49:38 "Ciaran O'Connell" by Banna from Cheers!

52:20 "Eddie Connors" by The Muckers from The Muckers

56:38 "Mary Ellen Carter/Coal Miner's Reel/Christmas Eve" by New Shilling from Irishtown Sessions

VOTE IN THE CELTIC TOP 20 . It's easier than ever to do. Just list the show number, and the name of one or two bands. That's it. You can vote once for each episode help me create next year's Best Celtic music of 2016 episode.

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I went digging through my Celtic music archives and picked some of the hottest, on fire Celtic bands, musicians, songs and tunes for an incredible two-hour special thanks to the generosity of the Patrons of the Podcast. You'll hear Celtic music from Crepuscule, Spencer Murray & Pipeslinger, Sisters of Murphy, Doolin', Innisfall, Poitin, The Led Farmers, Socks in the Frying Pan, The Ceili Family, In For A Penny, NUA, The Kilt Lifters, Vicki Swan & Jonny Dyer, Colleen Raney, Skeleton McKee, Saor Patrol, Spirited Lads, Paddy's Pig, We Banjo 3, Old Man Flanagan's Ghost, The Fretless, Tuatha Dea, LQR, Adamh, Connemara Stone Company, Rachel Hair Trio, Wild Colonial Bhoys, The Gothard Sisters.
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Do you support Celtic music, then subscribe to our Celtic Music Magazine . This is our free newsletter and your guide to the latest Celtic music and podcast news. Subscribe today to download 34 Celtic MP3s for free. Please rate the show on iTunes or your favorite podcatcher. Remember to support the artists who support this podcast: buy their CDs, download their MP3s, see their shows, and drop them an email to let them know you heard them on the Irish and Celtic Music Podcast. And remember to Vote in the Celtic Top 20 to help me create next year's Best Celtic Music 2016 episode.

Today's show is brought to you by Celtic Invasion Vacations
Travel will change your life. It opens your eyes to the mysterious and makes historical events come alive. In 2017, you can experience the culture, history and legends of Brittany with the next Celtic Invasion Vacation. You'll join a small group of 8-10 invaders who love Celtic music and culture like you, and who love to travel. Brittany is one of the seven Celtic nations and is located in Northwest France. The Breton language is related closely to Welsh and Cornish. Subscribe to the mailing list to join a Free Webinar in November on "Breaking Down the Celtic Travel Barrier". Join the invasion at celticinvasion.com

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* You have about a month left to get one of our 2016 Irish & Celtic Music Podcast t-shirts . I'm gonna get with my designer to start work on the 2017 shirts. Stay tuned for that. If you want to save 10%, subscribe to our mailing list and look for the coupon code in the newsletter. If you want to save a lot more, become a patron.

* Christmas is just around the corner. So I am looking for Christmas music from Celtic bands. If you are in a band and have performed a Christmas song or tune, submit your music to 4celts.com . If you follow an artist who just released Christmas music, please let me know so I can contact them.

* You can find the latest news about bands in this show by visiting our Facebook page . We post news there each and every week.

* I want to send out a big thanks to the patrons of the podcast. Your generous pledge of as little as $1 per episode pays for the production of this podcast as well as my time in producing the show. You get a personal podcast feed where you can listen to the show before regular subscribers, occasional extended editions of the show, and my deepest thanks. When we hit a milestone, you get a 2-hour special. You can help decide the next milestone by becoming a patron.

Thanks to our newest patrons: Brad Millar, Deb Green Become a patron today to celebrate Celtic culture through music.

A super special thanks to our growing Celtic Superstars: Derek Lineberry, Lynda MacNeil, Peter Tilghman, Steven, Bryan Brake, John Sharkey White II, Theresa Sullivan, John Bilderback, Rian P Kegerreis, Johnny Berry, Shawn Cali

* The Irish & Celtic Music Podcast app will be coming soon, for free, to both iOS and Android. That was also part of our last milestone. I'm just trying to get some final graphics for the updated free app.

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Ray Chatterton posted on Facebook: "My last name is Chatterton and you cannot get much more English than that, but from my father's side of the family I have Irish, Welsh, Scottish, and a wee bit of German mixed in. Thus my love of this music. I found you by accident, but I adhere to the concept that there are no accidents ... there is only some purpose that we haven't yet understood."

John Thompson emailed: "Just a quick e-mail after listening to show #279. Another great one! A listener commented on the band Scythian. It's pronounced Sith' ee in. They're from the DC area. The founding band members (two brothers and now a sister) actually have Ukrainian heritage. They play quite an assortment of music including Celtic and folk -- traditional, covers, and original material. A band you really need to see live to fully appreciate the energy they bring to their shows. Old Tin Can I think was their latest studio album but they followed that with a live cd called Old Time Good Time Tour. Give it a listen if you get the chance. Keep up the great work!"

Steven Rausch emailed: "You ask what we do when listening to the Irish and Celtic Music Podcast. Well, I'm in the home stretch of a painting project on my 130-year-old farmhouse. I fire up my headset with your podcast, working my way from the newest to the ones I've enjoyed previously. A great way to work and makes the job go faster and easier. Also, I wanted to highlight a tune by the Elders, "Appalachian Paddy," from a recent podcast. It's a long one but a great story of how the Irish came to my part of the country. Talk about an earworm. Thanks for your work and for making mine go much better."

This Week in Celtic Music
0:44 "The Hosting of the Sidhe" by Crepuscule from Horizon

5:44 "Dowd's Favourite" by Spencer Murray & Pipeslinger from Sound & Fury

10:07 "Jack Haggerty" by Sisters of Murphy from Working Stiffs Unite

13:16 "Le Jupon Blanc" by Doolin' from Doolin'

15:58 "My Lagan Love" by Innisfall from Innisfall

20:03 "Twenty Candles on Poitin's Cake" by Poitin from Simple Pleasures

24:42 CELTIC PODCAST NEWS

25:37 "Row By Row" by The Led Farmers from Katie

29:15 "The Track for the Craic" by Socks in the Frying Pan from Socks in the Frying Pan

33:40 "Banks of Inishfree" by The Ceili Family from Ministry of Silly Folk

37:38 "Stumblin' Home" by In For A Penny from Every Day

40:22 "Smuggler Cove" by NUA from FLOW

46:16 "Come Out Ye Black and Tans" by The Kilt Lifters from Jack in the Green

50:20 "The Halsway Parade/The Quantock Reel" by Vicki Swan & Jonny Dyer from Paper of Pins

55:14 "The Boys of Mullaghbawn" by Colleen Raney from Here This Is Home

1:00:13 "Crow's Nest" by Skeleton McKee from Leave the World Laughing

1:03:23 "Spirit of the Planet" by Saor Patrol from Outlander

1:08:30 CELTIC FEEDBACK

1:10:46 "Pirate Smith of Bristol" by Spirited Lads from Spirited Lads

1:13:18 "Dan O'Leary, The Walker" by Paddy's Pig from Rebel Tooth EP

1:17:10 "Shove the Pigs Foot a Little Furter" by We Banjo 3 from Gather the Good

1;20:43 "Tom Malloy" by Old Man Flanagan's Ghost from Sociable

1:24:18 "Airbag (Featuring Ruth Moody)" by The Fretless from The Fretless

1:28:31 "Mavis McGee" by Tuatha Dea from Kith and Kin

1:33:44 PATRONS OF THE PODCAST

1;35:38 "Bully the Bullies" by LQR from 10 Pinter

1:39:43 "Willies aul Trews, Bunch of Keys" by Adamh from Adamh

144:30 "Boys from the Ruhr" by Connemara Stone Company from Back Home

1:48:12 "Angel" by Rachel Hair Trio from Tri

1:51:58 "48 Hours in Belfast" by Wild Colonial Bhoys from On Our Own

1:58:03 "I Courted a Sailor" by The Gothard Sisters from Mountain Rose

VOTE IN THE CELTIC TOP 20 . It's easier than ever to do. Just list the show number, and the name of one or two bands. That's it. You can vote once for each episode help me create next year's Best Celtic music of 2016 episode.

The Irish & Celtic Music Podcast was produced by Marc Gunn, The Celtfather. To subscribe, go to iTunes or to our website where you can become a Patron of the Podcast for as little as $1 per episode. Promote Celtic culture through music at celticmusicpodcast.com .

If you love acoustic Celtic music, you will find no better place to find great Celtic music than at Renaissance Festivals. Yes, I know the Celts had nothing to do with the "Renaissance", but Celtic music is one of the most-popular musical styles found at Ren faires. It's one of the last places where you can find true folk music without electric instruments or drum kits. Today, you'll hear a lot of great Celtic songs and a few tunes from Sarah Marie Mullen, The Poxy Boggards, Kilted Kings, Abby Green, Andrew McKee, The Ravens, 3 Pints Gone, Grey Aengus, Shillelagh!, Celtic Squall, Alabannach, The New Minstrel Revue, Cantiga, Minstrosity, Bounding Main, Lost Boys, Three Quarter Ale.
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Notes:
* Helping you celebrate Celtic culture through music.

* Special thanks to Renaissance Festival Podcast who helped me pick songs for this show

* You can see me perform with my group Kilted Kings at the Louisiana Renaissance Festival every weekend in November and the first two weekends of December 2016. KiltedKings.com for details.

* I want to send out a big thanks to the patrons of the podcast. Your generous pledge of as little as $1 per episode pays for the production of this podcast as well as my time in producing the show. You get a personal podcast feed where you can listen to the show before regular subscribers, occasional extended editions of the show, and my deepest thanks. When we hit a milestone, you get a 2-hour special. Special thanks to our newest patron Rick Bonney and to Hank Woodward who raised his pledge this week.

A super special thanks to our growing Celtic Superstars: Amanda Wiseman, Derek Lineberry, Lynda MacNeil, Peter Tilghman, Steven, Bryan Brake, John Sharkey White II, Theresa Sullivan, John Bilderback, Rian P Kegerreis, Johnny Berry, Shawn Cali

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Sytze Kamphuis posted on Facebook: "No watching a sad little screen for me on my twelve hour flight from Zurich to San Francisco. Just episode after episode of Marc Gunn's Irish and Celtic Music Podcast. Thanks, Marc, for making my time in an aluminium tube actually seem enjoyable."

This Week in Celtic Music
0:34 "King of the Fairies" by Sarah Marie Mullen from The Wild Woods

4:04 "Happy Jack's Undrinkable Ale" by The Poxy Boggards from Chorus for a Queen

6:46 "Marionette Jig/Spinner's Reel" by Kilted Kings from Name On My Soul

10:05 "The Boatman (Fear An Bhata)" by Abby Green from Fig For a Kiss

15:37 "The Path" by Andrew McKee from The Irish Bard

20:06 "Two Magicians" by The Ravens from Rise With the Moon

23:32 CELTIC PODCAST NEWS

25:03 "The Diamond" by 3 Pints Gone from Health to the Company

28:22 "Boatie Medley" by Grey Aengus from Gaelic Soup

32:33 "Whiskey You're the Devil" by Shillelagh! from A Turn of Fortune

36:50 "Green Grow the Rushes O" by Celtic Squall from Celtic Squall

39:50 "Tweedle Dee" by Albannach from Bareknuckle Pipes & Drums

45:30 CELTIC FEEDBACK

46:23 "Blackleg Miner" by The New Minstrel Revue from Far And Away

48:40 "Burley Mariners" by Cantiga from Once Upon A Time

51:24 "Do You Love An Apple" by Minstrosity from Why Am I Not Surprised?

55;12 "To Ireland" by Bounding Main from Going Overboard

58:12 "Rogues In A Nation" by The Lost Boys from Collected Quarto

1:02:07 "The Parting Glass" by Three Quarter Ale from Intertwined

VOTE IN THE CELTIC TOP 20 . It's easier than ever to do. Just list the show number, and the name of one or two bands. That's it. You can vote once for each episode help me create next year's Best Celtic music of 2016 episode.

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The U.S. presidential election is nearly over. Thank goodness! I'm tired of the horrible Facebook comments. So I decided to have a little satirical fun with Super Tuesday by sharing Celtic music from We Banjo 3, Emerald Rose, Shauna Mullin, Andy Lamy, BOWI, The Beer Mats, Bonnie Rideout, Ed Miller and Robb Sansonetti, Flashpoint, The Makem & Spain Brothers, Gaelic Storm, Black 47, Celtica Pipes Rock, The Tossers, Slan.
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Notes:
* Helping you celebrate Celtic culture through music.

* I want to send out a big thanks to the patrons of the podcast. Your generous pledge of as little as $1 per episode pays for the production of this podcast as well as my time in producing the show. You get a personal podcast feed where you can listen to the show before regular subscribers, occasional extended editions of the show, and my deepest thanks. When we hit a milestone, you get a 2-hour special. You can help decide the next milestone by becoming a patron.

A super special thanks to our newest patrons: Sharif Abed, Nicole Cullen, Sarah Bowland, David Hufford, Amanda Wiseman, Donna Vander Valk, Przemyslaw Kacprzak, Darcy MacPherson. Become a patron today to celebrate Celtic culture through music.

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We Hate Anime wrote on iTunes: "I don't really have a method to find or listen to Celtic music, though I love it, aside from this podcast. It's hella helpful"

Donna Holstine Vander Valk posted on Facebook: "Well, I've just happily pledged - I've been considering it a while, but when I saw you were $1 away from your goal.....well, it was just too tempting! Thanks for all your hard work. It is truly appreciated in Calgary, Canada."

Annie Lorkowski posted on Facebook: "Hello Marc! You asked for photos from my recent Ireland trip... We took the ferry from Wales to Dublin, then the train to Galway, and a driving tour of the Connemara. We went pony trekking on the beach outside of Clifden, and visited the stunning Kylemore Abbey (here in the photo). I discovered your podcast after my first trip to Ireland, to keep the Irish inspiration in me until I got a chance to go back. And as I was listening to show #279, "Cead Mille Failte" was playing as my plane home flew over the Emerald Isle, and I must admit I got a little teary-eyed. Thanks for all you do and for inspiring me to go back."

This Week in Celtic Music
0:40 "Poor Old Liza Jane/Dance Boatman Dance" by We Banjo 3 from Roots of the Banjo Tree

4;21 "Scatter the Mud/Tar Road to Sligo/Paddy Clancy's" by Emerald Rose from Celtic Crescent

7:52 "The Wee Weaver" by Shauna Mullin from Wishing Tree

9:40 "Reels: The Jug of Punch'Mrs. MacDonald of Clanranald (Lamey's)/The Repeal" by Andy Lamy from The New Blackthorn Stick

13:36 "Pound a Week Rise" by BOWI from Dry Land

17:32 CELTIC PODCAST NEWS

18:32 "Peace One Day in Time" by The Beer Mats from Peace One Day in Time

21:40 "The Jaunting Car Hornpipe Set" by Bonnie Rideout from Scottish Inheritance

26:04 "Riches, Women, an' Beer" by Ed Miller and Robb Sansonett i from My Own Brand of Crazy

28:21 "Black Rogue/Maguire's Kick/The Hunter's House" by Flashpoint from Jammed

33:11 "To Welcome Poor Paddy Home" by Makem & Spain from Up the Stairs

36:50 CELTIC FEEDBACk

38:54 "Green Eyes, Red Hair" by Gaelic Storm from Cabbage

42:40 "Bankers and Gangsters" by Black 47 from Bankers and Gangsters

47:11 "The Princess and the Piper" by Celtica Pipes Rock from Legends and Visions

50:46 "Political Scum" by The Tossers from Agony

55:41 "Footprints" by Slan from Footprints

VOTE IN THE CELTIC TOP 20 . It's easier than ever to do. Just list the show number, and the name of one or two bands. That's it. You can vote once for each episode help me create next year's Best Celtic music of 2016 episode.

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Happy Halloween! Irish & Celtic Music Podcast is back with another Celtic Halloween special with music from Faerydae, Barleyjuice, Spencer Murray & Pipeslinger, Burning Bridget Cleary, Anne Roos, Crepuscule, Steve Holloway, Dust Rhinos, Beltaine, Doolin', Whalebone, Kilted Kings, Jasper Coal, Socks in the Frying Pan, Water Street Bridge, Bill Grogan's Goat, The Shams.
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Today's show is brought to you by Celtic Invasion Vacations
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Notes:
* Helping you celebrate Celtic culture through music.

* Thanks to Hank Woodward who sent me a bunch of Halloween song suggestions

* Hear more Celtic Halloween and Samhain songs in past shows.

* I want to send out a big thanks to the patrons of the podcast. Your generous pledge of as little as $1 per episode pays for the production of this podcast as well as my time in producing the show. You get a personal podcast feed where you can listen to the show before regular subscribers, occasional extended editions of the show, and my deepest thanks. When we hit a milestone, you get a 2-hour special. We are $8 away from Two Amazing, ON FIRE Hours of Celtic music by some of the HOTTEST Celtic artists Burning It Up online! Join now and I'll also send you a free Irish & Celtic Music Podcast bumper sticker in October. A super special thanks to our newest patrons: Yves Bouyssounouse, Ashley Taylor. Become a patron today to celebrate Celtic culture through music.

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This Week in Celtic Music
0:41 "The Fiery Warlocks" by Faerydae from Changeling

5:47 "Tim Finnegan's Wake" by Barleyjuice from Six Yanks

9:53 "Strong Ciders" by Spencer Murray & Pipeslinger from Sound & Fury

14:23 "The Elfin Knight" by Burning Bridget Cleary from Totes for Goats

18:05 "Roslin Castle & The Woods of Kilmurry" by Anne Roos from A Light in the Forest

24:15 "Jack Ward" by Crepuscule from Horizon

28:28 "Geese in the Bog/Mist Covered Mountain/Queen of the Fair" by Steve Holloway from Next Stop, Seelie Court

34:47 CELTIC PODCAST NEWS

35:32 "Mad Tom of Bedlam" by Dust Rhinos from I Should Behave

38:42 "Jump at Samhain's Fire" by Beltaine from Jump at Samhain's Fire

40:50 "Ballad of Hollis Brown" by Doolin' from Doolin'

45:29 "King of the Fairies" by Whalebone from Rootsy Folky Live and Funky

48:37 "Ride On" by Kilted Kings from Name On My Soul

53:42 CELTIC FEEDBACK

55:19 "My Son John/George's Favorite" by Jasper Coal from Just the One

59:02 "The Halloween Set" by Socks in the Frying Pan from Socks in the Frying Pan

1:03:27 "Matty Groves" by Water Street Bridge from Danse Macabre

1:06:55 "Pumpkin's Fancy" by Bill Grogan's Goat from Second Wind

1:10:48 "Cruel Sister" by The Shams from Go On Home Boys

VOTE IN THE CELTIC TOP 20 . It's easier than ever to do. Just list the show number, and the name of one or two bands. That's it. You can vote once for each episode help me create next year's Best Celtic music of 2016 episode.

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Crank up the podcast so you can dance while you work with indie Celtic music from Doolin', Heather Gilmer and Jeff Moore, Mary Jane Lamond, Pitch the Peat, Hugh Morrison, Grafton Street, MacTalla Mor, Los Paddys de Las Pampas from Come Home, Atlantic Wave, Doug Folkins/Molly Hogans, The Gleasons, The Muckers, The Wild Irish Roses, Enter the Haggis, Ennis Sisters. http://celticmusicpodcast.com/

Do you support Celtic music, then subscribe to our Celtic Music Magazine . This is our free newsletter and your guide to the latest Celtic music and podcast news. Subscribe today to download 34 Celtic MP3s for free. Please rate the show on iTunes or your favorite podcatcher. Remember to support the artists who support this podcast: buy their CDs, download their MP3s, see their shows, and drop them an email to let them know you heard them on the Irish and Celtic Music Podcast. And remember to Vote in the Celtic Top 20 to help me create next year's Best Celtic Music 2016 episode.

Today's show is brought to you by Celtic Invasion Vacations
Travel will change your life. It opens your eyes to the mysterious and makes historical events come alive. In 2017, you can experience the culture, history and legends of Brittany with the next Celtic Invasion Vacation. You'll join a small group of 8-10 invaders who love Celtic music and culture like you, and who love to travel. Brittany is one of the seven Celtic nations and is located in Northwest France. The Breton language is related closely to Welsh and Cornish. Subscribe to the mailing list to join a Free Webinar in November on "Breaking Down the Celtic Travel Barrier". Join the invasion at celticinvasion.com

Notes:
* Helping you celebrate Celtic culture through music.

* I want to send out a big thanks to the patrons of the podcast. Your generous pledge of as little as $1 per episode pays for the production of this podcast as well as my time in producing the show. You get a personal podcast feed where you can listen to the show before regular subscribers, occasional extended editions of the show, and my deepest thanks. When we hit a milestone, you get a 2-hour special. We are $14 away from Two Amazing, ON FIRE Hours of Celtic music by some of the HOTTEST Celtic artists Burning It Up online! Join now and I'll also send you a free Irish & Celtic Music Podcast bumper sticker and CD in October. A super special thanks to our newest patrons: Robert Buck, Pete Alexander, Mark McCaffrey, Rebecca, Hans Schutz, and to Jodie Purgahn who raised her pledge to the Song Henge level. Become a patron today because you love Celtic music.

* If you joined me on Facebook over the past couple o'weeks, you would've read a bunch of Celtic Music Spotlights. If you ever wanted to find out more about the bands in the show, these short features are both informative and fun. Plus, this week, we posted a list of upcoming Celtic festivals for the next month. I'm hoping that will be a new regular feature.

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Amy Sherman wrote in our shownotes: "Hi Mark! Just wanted to say that your podcast has meant a lot to me the past 5 years! We recently moved to a family home in the Mississippi Delta, built in the early 1800's. It is an ongoing project to get it ship shape, and your weekly gift to us is always something to look forward to. We all (husband and toddlers included) listen to each podcast at least twice while we work and dance! Thanks again!"

This Week in Celtic Music
0:23 "The Road to Gleanntan" by Doolin' from Doolin'

3:40 "Glen Cottage #2/Glen Cottage #1/Mick Duggan's (Polkas)" by Heather Gilmer and Jeff Moore from Traditional Irish Music

8:07 "Mairi Bhan Dhail As Eas" by Mary Jane Lamond from Storas

13:35 "An Leanbh/Kilavil/Jerry's Beaver's Hat" by Pitch the Peat from Far From Home

18:07 "Prisoner Song" by Hugh Morrison from Prison Ballads

22:21 CELTIC PODCAST NEWS

23:20 "Remember Me My Friend" by Grafton Street from Descendants of Immigrants

26:58 "Mouth Music Set" by MacTalla Mor from Jacob's Ladder

29:02 "My Friend Ger" by Los Paddys de Las Pampas from Come Home

32:23 "Dvorak in Donegal" by Atlantic Wave from Craic'd

37:08 CELTIC FEEDBACK

38:02 "Black Velvet Band" by Doug Folkins /Molly Hogans from Another Last Call

41:18 "Let It Go" by The Gleasons from Let It Go

43:33 "Maid of Amsterdam" by The Muckers from The Muckers

46:17 "Bodhran Mohr" by The Wild Irish Roses from Fill Yer Boots, Man!

49:04 "Gasoline" by Enter the Haggis from Casualties of Retail

54:03 "Still Single" by Ennis Sisters from Lessons Learned

VOTE IN THE CELTIC TOP 20 . It's easier than ever to do. Just list the show number, and the name of one or two bands. That's it. You can vote once for each episode help me create next year's Best Celtic music of 2016 episode.

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A hundred thousand welcomes to another awesome edition of the podcast with Celtic music from Dublin Harpers, Good Foot, Derek Warfield & The Young Wolfe Tones, The Tea Merchants, Jed Marum, Three Mile Stone, Culann's Hounds, Vince Conaway, Danny Guinan & Red, Cleghorn, Haggis Rampant, Ockham's Razor, The Demon Barbers, Gerry O'Beirne.
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Today's show is brought to you by Celtic Invasion Vacations
Travel will change your life. It opens your eyes to the mysterious and makes historical events come alive. In 2017, you can experience the culture, history and legends of Brittany with the next Celtic Invasion Vacation. You'll join a small group of 8-10 invaders who love Celtic music and culture like you, and who love to travel. Brittany is one of the seven Celtic nations and is located in Northwest France. The Breton language is related closely to Welsh and Cornish. Subscribe to the mailing list to join a Free Webinar in November on "Breaking Down the Celtic Travel Barrier". Join the invasion at celticinvasion.com

Notes:
* Helping you celebrate Celtic culture through music.

* I want to send out a big thanks to the patrons of the podcast. Your generous pledge of as little as $1 per episode pays for the production of this podcast as well as my time in producing the show. You get a personal podcast feed where you can listen to the show before regular subscribers, occasional extended editions of the show, and my deepest thanks. When we hit a milestone, you get a 2-hour special. We are $29 away from Two Amazing, ON FIRE Hours of Celtic music by some of the HOTTEST Celtic artists Burning It Up online! Join now and I'll also send you a free Irish & Celtic Music Podcast bumper sticker in October. A super special thanks to our newest patrons: Frank Donahue and Mike Hamilton. Become a patron today because you love Celtic music.

* Christmas is just a couple months away. If you're a Celtic musician with a Christmas album or even just a Christmas single, it is time for you to send it on to us. Just complete the form at 4celts.com .

* I WANT YOUR FEEDBACK: What are you doing today while listening to the podcast? You can send a written comment along with a picture of what you're doing while listening, or from one of your trips to one of the Celtic nations. Call 678-CELT-POD to leave a voicemail message. That's 678-235-8763.

Kelly Rogers emailed: "Marc, I listened to your latest podcast about Irish music albums for kids and my first thought was to the band Scythian. Several years ago Alec and Dan the founding brothers of Scythian, released a kids album for their 25 nieces and nephews called Cake For Dinner. It's a nice mix of traditional Irish songs like South Australia and The Littlest Jig, as well as folk and campfire songs from the U.S., French Canadian, Italian, and Ukrainian. Check it out at http://cakefordinnermusic.com . Plus their newest album Old Tin Can, is a return to their folk roots. A great band for all ages. At last Friday's show in Philadelphia there was a 3yr old girl rocking out with her family. Thanks for the great podcasts and have a Happy St. Patrick's Day."

Ashley Taylor sent a picture: "I actually just found this station about an hour ago searching for coyote run. I met them almost 10 years ago. I am from Greeneville, Tennessee and currently work on my 3 year olds costume. She is gonna be a viking and I'm painstakingly working on making a fur halfskirt from yarn. Have come to really like this station and will defanetly listen more. Attached is what yarn I have converted"

Annie Lorkowski wrote on Facebook: "I was listening to the podcast as my flight touched down in Dublin today. Sorry no picture. I'm too embarrassed to show what I look like after a 10 hour overnight flight. Slainte!"

This Week in Celtic Music
0:42 "The Straight and Yellow" by Dublin Harpers from Shenanigans

3:55 "Mountain Road/Hunter's Purse" by Good Foot from Good Foot

7:20 "Cead Mile Failte" by Derek Warfield & The Young Wolfe Tones from Let Ye All Be Irish Tonight

11:43 "Twigger's Liquor Cabinet" by The Tea Merchants from Gaslight Snaps

17:05 "Fighting Tigers of Ireland" by Jed Marum from Lonestar Banjo

20:32 CELTIC MUSIC NEWS

21:34 "Gipsey Princess/Granny in the Corner/Fleur de Mandragore" by Three Mile Stone from Three Mile Stone

26:31 "Wild Mountain Thyme" by Culann's Hounds from Year of the Dog

29:25 "The Cripple's Jig" by Vince Conaway from Distractions of the Muse

32:00 "Never to Part" by Danny Guinan & Red from If I Was Wise

36:06 CELTIC FEEDBACK

38:14 "Young Free and Celtic" by Cleghorn from Cleghorn

42:35 "High Road to Gairloch/Brown Haired Maiden" by Haggis Rampant from Tri

44:15 "I'm Coming Home Northumberland" by Ockham's Razor from Wolves in the Walls

49:12 "May Song" by The Demon Barbers from Disco in the Tavern

54:38 "Fergus River Roundelay" by Gerry O'Beirne from The Bog Bodies And Other Stories: Music For Guitar

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Celtic women are making a big impact on Celtic music as you'll enjoy in this week's show with amazing Celtic music from Fiddlinda: Linda Relph, Leah Jorgensen, Jennifer Licko, Eilis Crean, Claire Roche, Becky Taylor, Abby Green, Anne Roos, The Gothard Sisters, Gillian Boucher, Merry Wives of Windsor, Samantha Gillogly, Karan Casey, Cady Finlayson, Ginger Ackley, Tania Opland, Beth Patterson, Bonnie Rideout. http://celticmusicpodcast.com/

If you enjoy this podcast, then please rate the show on iTunes or your favorite podcatcher. Then subscribe to our Celtic Music Magazine . This is our free newsletter and your guide to the latest Celtic music and podcast news. Subscribe today to download 34 Celtic MP3s for free. Remember to support the artists who support this podcast: buy their CDs, download their MP3s, see their shows, and drop them an email to let them know you heard them on the Irish and Celtic Music Podcast. And remember to Vote in the Celtic Top 20 to help me create next year's Best Celtic Music 2016 episode.

Today's show is brought to you by Celtic Invasion Vacations
Every year, I take a small group of Celtic music fans to exotic locations around the world. We don’t travel in big tour buses and see everything. Instead, we stay in one area. We get to Know the region through its culture, history, and legends. Plus, I bring you some great Celtic music by me and other Celtic artists. We're going to Brittany in 2017. Subscribe to the mailing list to join the invasion at celticinvasion.com

Notes:
* Helping you celebrate Celtic culture through music.

* What are your favorite Samhain or Celtic Halloween songs ? I'm planning another Halloween special for the podcast.

* I want to send out a big thanks to the patrons of the podcast. Your generous pledge of as little as $1 per episode pays for the production of this podcast as well as my time in producing the show. You get a personal podcast feed where you can listen to the show before regular subscribers, occasional extended editions of the show, and my deepest thanks. When we hit a milestone, you get a 2-hour special. We are $30 away from Two Amazing, ON FIRE Hours of Celtic music by some of the HOTTEST Celtic artists Burning It Up online! A super special thanks to our newest patron, Matthew Means. Become a patron today because you love Celtic music.

* If you joined me on Facebook over the past couple o'weeks, you would've read a bunch of Celtic Music Spotlights. If you ever wanted to find out more about the bands in the show, these short features are both informative and fun. Plus, this week, we posted a list of upcoming Celtic festivals for the next month. I'm hoping that will be a new regular feature.

* I WANT YOUR FEEDBACK: What are you doing today while listening to the podcast? You can send a written comment along with a picture of what you're doing while listening, or from one of your trips to one of the Celtic nations. Call 678-CELT-POD to leave a voicemail message. That's 678-235-8763.

Meisters Realm posted on Facebook: "I'm enjoying the music tonight! I've been listening to podcast # 274 while I'm updating the dates of the nation's Ren and Scotfests on my directory website."

Kyle Wagner-Dixon emailed last year: "I am a dog groomer from Ontario, Canada and I've been listening to your podcast now for almost 6 years. Through you and your show I discovered a new depth to a world which I loved, but never knew was so varied. I am, of course, talking about celtic music. After listening to my first episode, I became immediately addicted to the wonderful music. Through iTunes I bought many a song that I heard on my podcast. Now, my iPod has about 60 hours of music. That is 2 1/2 days. I am definitely an addict of Celtic Music and am proud of it. May Hekate light the shadowed paths in your life"

Patrick emailed from Rochester, NY: "Hi, Marc! My name is Patrick and I'm a young teen from New York. My grandfather introduced me to Celtic music and by the time I was 5 I could sing most of the drinking songs ever written. You asked for feedback so here it is: You should play more songs and less tunes. Don't get me wrong, jigs polkas and reels can be great but 40 minutes of them get boring after a little while. Overall though, it's a great podcast and you're an awesome host! P.S. I always swing while I listen to music. My grandfather always did it when I was little and since I have Aspergers Syndrome it helps calm my nerves. PPS: I recommend playing more music from Poxy Boggards and more from the Wolf Tones. Also, check out the Irish Brigade on YouTube for some great funny rebel songs! Bye!"

This Week in Celtic Music
0:17 "Woman - Man - Long" by Fiddlinda: Linda Relph from There & Then - Here & Now

5:10 "Flying to the Fleah" by Leah Jorgensen from Peace - Love - Harp

7:14 "He Na Mllig" by Jennifer Licko from SING

9:32 "Winne Hayes Set" by Eilis Crean from The Lonesome Fiddler

15:17 "To A Child Dancing in the Wind" by Claire Roche from Dancing in the Wind

18:07 "The Lady's Cup of Tea" by Becky Taylor from Ireland Bridge

22:11 CELTIC MUSIC NEWS

23:21 "Home to Bearna" by Abby Green from Einini

26:50 "Ger the Rigger" by Anne Roos from Mermaids & Mariners

29:25 "Grace O'Malley" by The Gothard Sisters from Mountain Rose

32:56 "Jig Jazz" by Gillian Boucher from Elemental

35:40 "Lannigan's Ball" by Merry Wives of Windsor from Bottoms Up

39:11 "My Lagan Love" by Samantha Gillogly /Tim Maurice from Celtic Chamber Music

42:14 CELTIC FEEDBACK

44:45 "An Buachaillin Ban" by Karan Casey from Songlines

47:19 "St Ignatius Jig/Wed Is Hamburger Soup/St. Ignatius Reel" by Cady Finlayson from Irish Coffee

49:23 "Fox Fairy Woman" by Ginger Ackley from Elf King's Horn

50:53 "The Female Ramblin' Sailor" by Tania Opland from Bonnie Rantin' Lassie

53:40 "Labyrinth" by Beth Patterson from Forward

57:55 "Gillie Callum - Highland Rant - Ryan's Rant" by Bonnie Rideout from Celtic Circles

VOTE IN THE CELTIC TOP 20 . It's easier than ever to do. Just list the show number, and the name of one or two bands. That's it. You can vote once for each episode help me create next year's Best Celtic music of 2016 episode.

The Irish & Celtic Music Podcast was produced by Marc Gunn, The Celtfather. To subscribe, go to iTunes or to our website where you can become a Patron of the Podcast for as little as $1 per episode. Promote Celtic culture through music at celticmusicpodcast.com .

I didn't have any pictures this week, so I thought I'd share some pics from the 2016. Celtic Invasion of Cornwall.

This week, you'll enjoy Celtic culture through music you can exercise to, whether you're hitting the gym, running, biking, or whatever. Enjoy awesome steady-paced Celtic music from Jameson's Revenge, Fiddlinda: Linda Relph, The Shanties, Patrick Clifford, Ockham's Razor, Giant's Dance, The Barley Boys, Bill Grogan's Goat, Avalon Rising, Poitin, Beatnik Turtles, Mithril, West of Eden, Birch Creek. I will will keep you moving and bring back regular segments next week.
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If you enjoy this podcast, then please rate the show on iTunes or your favorite podcatcher. Then subscribe to our Celtic Music Magazine . This is our free newsletter and your guide to the latest Celtic music and podcast news. Subscribe today to download 34 Celtic MP3s for free. Remember to support the artists who support this podcast: buy their CDs, download their MP3s, see their shows, and drop them an email to let them know you heard them on the Irish and Celtic Music Podcast. And remember to Vote in the Celtic Top 20 to help me create next year's Best Celtic Music 2016 episode.

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The Irish & Celtic Music Podcast comes out every Thursday featuring an hour of awesome independent Celtic music. Each week, over a 160 people pledge a buck or more to pay for the production of this show. Your generosity pays for web hosting, website maintenance, advertising, and my time in producing it. You get the show earlier than regular listeners and save swag. Whenever we hit a milestone, you get an extra-long special. Become a patron before the end of September 2016, and you'll get an extra 2 1/2 hours of inspiring Celtic music in October, including a special the women in Celtic music. Sign up today at celticmusicpodcast.com/patron/

Notes:
* Helping you celebrate Celtic culture through music.

* I want o send out a quick thanks to our newest patron Frank Donahue and also to Stephen Bernhardt who upped his per episode donation to help us get a closer to our next milestone that will bring you 2-hours of Celtic Women, plus an extra hour and half of music in October in addition to the regular shows. Become a Patron today , because we are helping you celebrate Celtic culture through music.

* I WANT YOUR FEEDBACK: What are you doing today while listening to the podcast? You can send a written comment along with a picture of what you're doing while listening, or from one of your trips to one of the Celtic nations. Call 678-CELT-POD to leave a voicemail message. That's 678-235-8763.

This Week in Celtic Music
1:36 "The I-Hop" by Jameson's Revenge from While Yer Up

4:10 "Retreat Jump" by Fiddlinda: Linda Relph from There & Then - Here & Now

9:36 "Mairi's Wedding" by The Shanties from Fear Not

13:13 "Party Pieces" by New Shilling from New Shilling

17:26 "The Golden Door" by Patrick Clifford from American Wake

21:34 "Oro, Se Do Bheatha 'Bhaile" by Ockham's Razor from Wolves in the Walls

24:32 "Grumpy Old Man Growling Old Woman/Maudabawn Chapel/Tuttle's Reel" by Giant's Dance from Giant's Dance

30:40 "Raggle Taggle Gypsy" by The Barley Boys from The Days of Abundence

35:31 "The Newry Highwayman" by Bill Grogan's Goat

39:21 "The Hexamshire Lass" by Avalon Rising from Storming Heaven

42:23 "The Congress Reel/Unknown Reel" by Poitin from Poitin

45:30 "Courtin' in the Kitchen" by Beatnik Turtles from Sham Rock

48:05 "Crabs In The Skillet/The Dusty Windowsill/The Return Home" by Mithril from The Return Home

52:22 "On She Goes" by West of Eden from Safe Crossing

58:18 "Broken Mist" by Birch Creek from Celtic Enchantment

VOTE IN THE CELTIC TOP 20 . It's easier than ever to do. Just list the show number, and the name of one or two bands. That's it. You can vote once for each episode help me create next year's Best Celtic music of 2016 episode.

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We're take a glimpse at the music of The Highlands this week with awesome Celtic music from Battlefield Band, Socks in the Frying Pan, Seamus Kennedy, Bonnie Rideout, Ed Miller, Solas, Gallowglass Irish Trio, Jamie Smith's MABON, Stout Pounders, Terry Griffith, The Led Farmers, The Ne'er Duwels, Kailyarders, Barleyjuice, SeaStar.
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If you enjoy this podcast, then please rate the show on iTunes or your favorite podcatcher. Then subscribe to our Celtic Music Magazine . This is our free newsletter and your guide to the latest Celtic music and podcast news. Subscribe today to download 34 Celtic MP3s for free. Remember to support the artists who support this podcast: buy their CDs, download their MP3s, see their shows, and drop them an email to let them know you heard them on the Irish and Celtic Music Podcast. And remember to Vote in the Celtic Top 20 to help me create next year's Best Celtic Music 2016 episode.

Today's show is brought to you by Celtic Invasion Vacations
Every year, I take a small group of Celtic music fans to exotic locations around the world. We don’t travel in big tour buses and see everything. Instead, we stay in one area. We get to Know the region through its culture, history, and legends. Plus, I bring you some great Celtic music by me and other Celtic artists. We're going to Brittany in 2017. Subscribe to the mailing list to join the invasion at celticinvasion.com

Notes:
* Helping you celebrate Celtic culture through music.

* If you joined me on Facebook over the past couple o'weeks, you would've read a bunch of Celtic Music Spotlights. If you ever wanted to find out more about the bands in the show, these short features are both informative and fun. Plus, this week, we posted a list of upcoming Celtic festivals for the next month. I'm hoping that will be a new regular feature.

* I have a free show of Hobbit Drinking Songs tonight on Concert Window .

* You have until September 27th to make a pledge on Kickstarter for the new Kilted Kings album. If you want a physical CD and some cool swag, including an album by Seamus Kennedy, now is the time to pledge.

* I want o send out a quick thanks to our newest patron Frank Donahue and also to Stephen Bernhardt who upped his per episode donation to help us get a closer to our next milestone that will bring you 2-hours of Celtic Women, plus an extra hour and half of music in October in addition to the regular shows. Become a Patron today , because we are helping you celebrate Celtic culture through music.

* I WANT YOUR FEEDBACK: What are you doing today while listening to the podcast? You can send a written comment along with a picture of what you're doing while listening, or from one of your trips to one of the Celtic nations. Call 678-CELT-POD to leave a voicemail message. That's 678-235-8763.

Paul & Judith wrote shared a picture in the shownotes: "Hey Marc, We listened to this fantastic podcast whilst driving back to the ferry port at Ouistreham, Normandie, in northern France from La Loire to catch the ferry back home to Southern England. It made the drive go so much quicker! Thank you so much for putting it together – we really appreciate all your efforts!"

Tess Walsh shared a picture on Facebook and wrote. "Enjoying your podcast while drinking my nana's tea and doing homework. Thank you for keeping me focused, keep up the good work."

In last week's Celtic Music Magazine, I asked what people were doing for Halfway to St. Patrick's Day.

Dan Diviney wrote: "Hi there Marc, I’ll be celebrating Halfway to St. Paddy’s Day with Across the Pond again this year. We’re at The Garryowen Irish Pub in Gettysburg, PA."

Johnston Davidson wrote: "Our band, 33 1/3rd, will be celebrating Halfway to St Patrick's Day at Molly Malone's in Townsville, North Queensland, Australia, supporting traditional and contemporary Celtic music in the Southern Hemisphere. Warm work! Have a great day!"

Elaine Christian wrote: "The Southwest Celtic Music Association is producing a halfway to St. Pat's show but we're doing it on Friday Sept. 16"

Luiz Armando Capra Filho wrote: "Hello Marc! I love your show! And living in Porto Alegre, Rio Grande do Sul. The southernmost state of Brazil. I found your podcast during the pilgrimage to Santiago de Compostela in 2014. Since then, I follow weekly. I am a teacher and I listen to your show as I travel to the next town where I teach. Thank you, all the groups and Celtic fans. It lights up my days. Buen camino ! Viva Santiago! (Amazing show 275)"

Lynda Noble MacNeil wrote: "I love that you are playing such wonderful and off the beaten track music. I always hear a tune that I just have to learn! I will be celebrating “halfway to St. Patrick’s Day” on the 18th, making music with my band Gaelic Muses at Lily Mac’s Irish Pub and Restaurant in Sunnyvale, CA. We will be mixing it up with piratey tunes, to link in to “talk like a pirate day”. We are 3 chicks in corsets playing Celtic music, both rock and traditional. I know we’ll have a blast! We don’t have a cd yet, maybe this year, but when it happens, I’ll be absolutely thrilled to hear one of our tunes on your podcast. Meanwhile, you give me constant inspiration. Thank you SO much!"

This Week in Celtic Music
0:28 "Highlands: The Lass of Killiecrankie / The Ladies of Gormand / Untitled Highland / The Teelin Highland" by Battlefield Band from Beg & Borrow

4:41 "The Track for the Craic" by Socks in the Frying Pan by Socks in the Frying Pan

8:56 "Finnegan's Wake" by Seamus Kennedy from By Popular Demand

13:05 "North Highland Tunes" by Bonnie Rideout from Celtic Circles

18:20 "Highland Laddie" by Ed Miller from Scottish Voice

21:59 CELTIC PODCAST NEWS

23:14 "Little Bird of Heaven (feat. Mairead Phelan)" by Solas from All These Years

26:22 "Executioner's Jig" by Gallowglass Irish Trio from All Our Best

28:49 "Yes We Sing Now" by Jamie Smith's MABON from Windblown

32:14 "Atholl Highlanders" by Stout Pounders from Thirst

34:05 "Highland Paddy" by Terry Griffith from For My Grandfathers

37:36 CELTIC FEEDBACK

40:30 "Share the Wealth" by The Led Farmers from Katie

43:42 "Meet Me Back in Ireland" by The Ne'er Duwels from The Ne'er Duwels

48:19 "Highland Lovers Song" by Kailyarders from The Black Well

51:01 "Nancy Drinks Tequila" by Barleyjuice from A Night at the Pub

56:39 "Highland Mary" by SeaStar from Never Go Back

VOTE IN THE CELTIC TOP 20 . It's easier than ever to do. Just list the show number, and the name of one or two bands. That's it. You can vote once for each episode help me create next year's Best Celtic music of 2016 episode.

The Irish & Celtic Music Podcast was produced by Marc Gunn, The Celtfather. To subscribe, go to iTunes or to our website where you can become a Patron of the Podcast for as little as $1 per episode. Promote Celtic culture through music at celticmusicpodcast.com .

September 17th is Halfway to St. Patrick's Day with just six months to go. We're celebrating with a lot of new indie Celtic music from Spencer Murray & Pipeslinger, Poitin, The Wee Heavies, Pipedance, Liz Schettner, Ed Miller, Breabach, Des Wade, Derek Warfield & The Young Wolfe Tones, Innisfall, The Saucy Rovers, O'Hanlons Horsebox, The Elders, Sisters of Murphy, Crepuscule.
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If you enjoy this podcast, then please rate the show on iTunes or your favorite podcatcher. Then subscribe to our Celtic Music Magazine . This is our free newsletter and your guide to the latest Celtic music and podcast news. Subscribe today to download 34 Celtic MP3s for free. Remember to support the artists who support this podcast: buy their CDs, download their MP3s, see their shows, and drop them an email to let them know you heard them on the Irish and Celtic Music Podcast. And remember to Vote in the Celtic Top 20 to help me create next year's Best Celtic Music 2016 episode.

Today's show is brought to you by Celtic Invasion Vacations
Every year, I take a small group of Celtic music fans to exotic locations around the world. We don’t travel in big tour buses and see everything. Instead, we stay in one area. We get to Know the region through its culture, history, and legends. Plus, I bring you some great Celtic music by me and other Celtic artists. We're going to Brittany in 2017. Subscribe to the mailing list to join the invasion at celticinvasion.com

Notes:
* Helping you celebrate Celtic culture through music.

* If you joined me on Facebook over the past couple o'weeks, you would've read a bunch of Celtic Music Spotlights. If you ever wanted to find out more about the bands in the show, these short features are both informative and fun. Plus, this week, we posted a list of upcoming Celtic festivals for the next month. I'm hoping that will be a new regular feature.

* My band, Kilted Kings, plays heroic, Celtic world music in kilts. We have a new Kickstarter with just two weeks to go .

The Wee Heavies are also crowfunding their second album on Indiegogo .

* I want to thank my Celtic Superstars: Derek Lineberry, Lynda MacNeil, Peter Tilghman, Steven, Bryan Brake, John Sharkey White, II, Theresa Sullivan, John Bilderback, Rian P Kegerreis, Johnny Berry, Shawn Cali. They all pledge $10 or more per episode. Your generosity is just amazing. I was looking at your past donations, and, wow! You are all too kind. Thank you so much!

I also want to thank our newest patron, JJmollpus, who signed up this week and brought us a wee bit closer to our next Milestone. We're now $46 away from a goal that will bring you two-hours of Celtic Women in your earbuds. We've had that goal sitting there for a while. It's time to up the ante. If we can raise that $46 per episode before the end of September, to hit that next milestone, then I will extend the next three shows in October by 30 minutes. Yes. There will be a lot of music. You'll get a 2-hour special on Celtic Women. And you'll get three hour and half shows.

And remember that your generosity will also go back into our Celtic community because I donate 10% of your pledges to Celtic non-profits. Go sign up right now and become a Patron of the Podcast today, because we are helping you celebrate Celtic culture through music.

* I WANT YOUR FEEDBACK: What are you doing today while listening to the podcast? You can send a written comment along with a picture of what you're doing while listening, or from one of your trips to one of the Celtic nations. Call 678-CELT-POD to leave a voicemail message. That's 678-235-8763.

Margaret Sanzo Sneddon wrote on Facebook: "Enjoyed a Celtic podcast this evening as we watched the sunset from our sailboat, Isle of Skye."

Craig Winterburn shared a picture and wrote on Facebook: "Been missing this show so bad. Been living in fields for some weeks in my yurt and with a new phone and terrible reception couldn't hook up properly. Love it. Thanks Mark."

Jan Czenkusch emailed a picture: "This time we are on I 72 heading to Weston, Missouri. We are going to catch a Tullamore show at O'Malleys."

Ryan Russell sent a picture of some chainmail he's working on while listening.

WhiskeyAndJesus writes on iTunes: "I love this podcast. I've been listening for a few years now, and it keeps getting better. Marc Gunn is devoted to Celtic music and even gives back some of his Patreon donations to nonprofits. I enjoy hearing sound bites and comments from other listeners, and I think the balance between talk and music is just right. I feel like I have gotten to know Marc through my time as a listener. Keep it up!"

This Week in Celtic Music
0:32 "Bordertown" by Spencer Murray & Pipeslinger from Sound & Fury

5:05 "Tired By Kids" by Poitin from Simple Pleasures

9:05 "Loch Lomond" by The Wee Heavies from The Wee Heavies

12:25 "Trim the Velvet/Spike Island Lassies" by Pipedance from The Pleasures of Hope

16:23 "Up High" by Liz Schettner from Up High (EP)

21:54 CELTIC PODCAST NEWS

24:02 "The Silver Tassie" by Ed Miller from Lyrics of Gold

27:06 "George Whites Favorite" by Breabach from The Big Spree

30:32 "The Sign of the Claddagh" by Des Wade from The Book of My Days

34:04 "The Stone of Destiny Set (Reels)" by Derek Warfield & The Young Wolfe Tones from Let Ye All Be Irish Tonight

37:17 "I Know My Love" by Innisfall from Innisfall

41:01 CELTIC FEEDBACK

43:07 "Rolling Down to Maui" by The Saucy Rovers from Treasure Sickness

46:46 "The Fighting Boys of Corofin" by O'Hanlons Horsebox from Songs and Stories of the Border

49:17 "Whiskey on the Fire" by The Elders from Wanderin' Life & Times

53:16 "LOVE" by Sisters of Murphy from Working Stiffs Unite

58:43 "The Gentle Shepherd" by Crepuscule from Horizon

VOTE IN THE CELTIC TOP 20 . It's easier than ever to do. Just list the show number, and the name of one or two bands. That's it. You can vote once for each episode help me create next year's Best Celtic music of 2016 episode.

The Irish & Celtic Music Podcast was produced by Marc Gunn, The Celtfather. To subscribe, go to iTunes or to our website where you can become a Patron of the Podcast for as little as $1 per episode. Promote Celtic culture through music at celticmusicpodcast.com .

The Irish & Celtic Music Podcast celebrates Celtic culture with music from Flashpoint, Athena Tergis, Heather Dale, Sarah Marie Mullen, Calasaig, Smithfield Fair, The Rogues, Jasper Coal, Jesse Linder, Brobdingnagian Bards, Sons of Malarkey, The Larkin Brigade, The Roving Crows, Celtic Cross, Runa.
http://celticmusicpodcast.com/

If you enjoy this podcast, then please rate the show on iTunes or your favorite podcatcher. Then subscribe to our Celtic Music Magazine . This is our free newsletter and your guide to the latest Celtic music and podcast news. Subscribe today to download 34 Celtic MP3s for free. Remember to support the artists who support this podcast: buy their CDs, download their MP3s, see their shows, and drop them an email to let them know you heard them on the Irish and Celtic Music Podcast. And remember to Vote in the Celtic Top 20 to help me create next year's Best Celtic Music 2016 episode.

Today's show is brought to you by Celtic Invasion Vacations
Every year, I take a small group of Celtic music fans to exotic locations around the world. We don’t travel in big tour buses and see everything. Instead, we stay in one area. We get to Know the region through its culture, history, and legends. Plus, I bring you some great Celtic music by me and other Celtic artists. We're going to Brittany in 2017. Subscribe to the mailing list to join the invasion at celticinvasion.com

Notes:
* Helping you celebrate Celtic culture through music.

* I want to invite you to join me on Facebook . Each week, I now highlight Celtic Music News from bands in the latest episode, new Celtic CDs released on CD Baby, and Celtic Music Spotlights on bands who recently submitted ot the podcast. You'll learn additional information about the bands on the show. You can now listen to entire shows on Facebook and stay tuned as I bring back our video shows soon.

* I have a new album that is now on Kickstarter. It's for my band, Kilted Kings, which features Randy Wothke on drums and me on autoharp and vocals. The album features heroic, Celtic world music in kilts. Go to our Kickstarter for more info .

* The Irish & Celtic Music Podcast is successful thanks to people like you. Your generous pledge of as little as $1 per episode covers the cost of producing the show. And 10% of your pledges go back to non-profits to support and build our Celtic communities. Best of all, whenever we hit a milestone, you get an extra-long episode. We are working towards a two-hour special on Celtic Women. Become a Patron of the Podcast today, because we are helping you celebrate Celtic culture through music. Special thanks our latest Patron: Laura.

* If you're in a Celtic band and want your music played on the show, please submit at 4celts.com . Complete the form and you'll also get a special feature on our Facebook page. One of many ways that we are helping you celebrate Celtic culture through music.

* I WANT YOUR FEEDBACK: What are you doing today while listening to the podcast? You can send a written comment along with a picture of what you're doing while listening, or from one of your trips to one of the Celtic nations. Call 678-CELT-POD to leave a voicemail message. That's 678-235-8763.

Balden4325 wrote on iTunes: "A wonderful find. I have always loved Celtic music. I listen at work. The podcast is absolutely perfect. Just the right amount of description and chat intermixed with a lot of beautiful music. So glad this is out in the universe!!!"

Christoffel Wilhelm Engelbrecht wrote on Facebook: "Thanks as always for brightening up one hour of my week with awesome Celtic music. Really needed it yesterday when attempting to assemble this IKEA couch! It was an ordeal, but your podcast kept me pumped and got me through it."

Helen emailed: "Hi Mark, episode 203 "the work of the weavers" is keeping me company while I photograph Celtic jewelry at work today. I'm a new listener to the podcast and I'm really enjoying the mix you play. Cheers"

Raül Aicart emailed: "I write you from Tarragona (near Barcelona), Catalonia. Thank you for the great amount of music that I’ve discovered either via podcast or through Celtic 103. I would like to help financially in this project but right now it is complicated. Nevertheless, I found the way to do my bit, if this suits you. I’ve seen that there are many podcasts that do not have the time inserted. If you want I can do it on my own and I will send you the results. Let me know if this can be useful for you, or if I can help you in any other way. Slainte!"

Chris Kapustin emailed: "Hello! I started listening to your podcast about a week ago while at work and i absolutely love it. The Star Wars songs you made are amazing (being a huge fan as well). I was wondering if you have heard of the Band "Darby O'Gill?" They are a pretty fun and funny band that is perfect if you do another pub songs episode, they are also the main band that got me into this type of music. Well, I have a lot of catching up to do with your series, Thank you"

This Week in Celtic Music
0:25 "Sliabh Russell / Hag At the Churn / Kid On the Mountain" by Flashpoint from Jammed

6:28 "Johnny McGreevy’s / Owney Davey’s / O’Callaghan’s / Margaree Reel (Reels)" by Athena Tergis from A Letter Home

10:53 "Stone Soup" by Heather Dale from Imagineer

14:28 "Soggy Father Campbell (Campbell's Farewell To Red Gap/The Musical Priest/Over The Waterfall)" by Sarah Marie Mullen from Harper's Bizarre

18:21 "Banks of the Lea" by Calasaig from Near & Far

22:50 CELTIC PODCAST NEWS

25:01 "Glenlogie" by Smithfield Fair from Scotland, Fair Scotland

29:14 "Marren's Jig" by The Rogues from RogueTrip

31:35 "Fionnghuala" by Jasper Coal from 1000 Feet Closer to Hell

33:04 "Prayer For My Friends" by Jesse Linder from Ready for the Storm

36:10 CELTIC FEEDBACK

39:12 "Jedi Drinking Song" by Brobdingnagian Bards from Brobdingnagian Fairy Tales

43:10 "Auld Drunk Anthems" by Sons of Malarkey from Sons of Malarkey

47:41 "Dot Day" by The Larkin Brigade from Paddy Keys for Mayor

50:28 "Dirty Habits" by The Roving Crows from Bacchanalia

53:49 "D Train" by Celtic Cross from Saoirse's Heart

59:42 "The Banks are Made of Marble" by Runa from Current Affairs

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This one is for the indie Celtic musicians who share their music with the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast. Big thanks to Poitin, The Selkie Girls, Ed Miller, TJ Hull and Jeff Ksiazek, Abby Green, Two O'Clock Courage, Derek Byrne and Paddygrass, Reel Treble, Rambling Sailors, Shillelagh!, The Bog Hoppers, Highland Reign, Skeleton McKee, Emish, Pipedance and all of the awesome bands on our podcast.
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If you enjoy this podcast, then please rate the show on iTunes or your favorite podcatcher. Then subscribe to our Celtic Music Magazine . This is our free newsletter and your guide to the latest Celtic music and podcast news. Subscribe today to download 34 Celtic MP3s for free. Remember to support the artists who support this podcast: buy their CDs, download their MP3s, see their shows, and drop them an email to let them know you heard them on the Irish and Celtic Music Podcast. And remember to Vote in the Celtic Top 20 to help me create next year's Best Celtic Music 2016 episode.

Today's show is brought to you by Celtic Invasion Vacations
Every year, I take a small group of Celtic music fans to exotic locations around the world. We don’t travel in big tour buses and see everything. Instead, we stay in one area. We get to Know the region through its culture, history, and legends. Plus, I bring you some great Celtic music by me and other Celtic artists. We're going to Brittany in 2017. Subscribe to the mailing list to join the invasion at celticinvasion.com

Notes:
* Helping you celebrate Celtic culture through music.

* Support indie Celtic music

* The Irish & Celtic Music Podcast is successful thanks to people like you. Your generous pledge of as little as $1 per episode covers the cost of producing the show. And 10% of your pledges go back to non-profits to support and build our Celtic communities. Best of all, whenever we hit a milestone, you get an extra-long episode. We are working towards a two-hour special on Celtic Women. Become a Patron of the Podcast today, because we are helping you celebrate Celtic culture through music. Special thanks our latest Patron: Jodi Bearden, Derek Lineberry

* If you enjoy the music in this show, then you might also enjoy our Facebook video shows . The Celtic Music News show goes out on Mondays, and each show is between 3-5 minutes.

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Summer Cruiser posted on iTunes: "Upbeat and happy music! Great podcast, well-spoken host, fun/good music. All around excellent podcast"

Mark Hughes wrote on iTunes: "Fantastic resource for Celtic music. I am a long-time subscriber and supporter on Patreon. Please give this podcast a listen. You will not be disappointed."

Anthony Becker posted on Facebook: "Listening to The Irish and Celtic Music Podcast on the way from my hotel to the Broadcast Center in Rio De Janiero, Brazil for the Olympics. Here I am passing the Velodrome where the indoor cycle events went on. Nothing better than a bit of great Celtic music to make the walk, and day go faster — thinking about going home at Rio 2016 Olympic Park.

Katherine Thompson emailed a photo and wrote: "I've been listening to your show since its second year running, back when I was in high school, and I just wanted to let you know how grateful I am to have a running constant in my life from high school to college to serving in the Peace Corps in Zambia. When I'm not teaching 8th grade English at a rural school or writing my own music, I'm often in my mud hut listening to the Irish and Celtic Music Podcast, cheerfully blaring it for my entire village to hear! It's helped me combat homesickness over the past two years, but I only have two weeks left before I finish this life-changing assignment and I wanted to let you know that you played a huge part in it."

This Week in Celtic Music
0:12 "F Reels: Poor but Happy At 53 / The Road to Errogie / Sporting Paddy" by Poitin from Wish

5:15 "Toss the Feathers" by The Selkie Girls from Long Time Traveling

8:27 "The Song of the Hammers" by Ed Miller from Lolander

11:29 "The Drunken Gauger (jig)" by TJ Hull and Jeff Ksiazek from Eist

14:44 "Molly Ban" by Abby Green from Fig for a Kiss

18:51 CELTIC PODCAST NEWS

20:02 "My Love Is In America" by Two O'Clock Courage from Postcards from Home

24:01 "Captured Dream" by Derek Byrne and Paddygrass from Half and Half

26:01 "Martin Wynne's #2/DunmoreLasses/The Coalminer" by Reel Treble

30:01 "Davey Jones" by Rambling Sailors from Ports of Call

33:21 "Si Beg Si Mor (reprise) / Banish Misfortune" by Shillelagh! from A Turn of Fortune

37:48 CELTIC FEEDBACK

40:18 "Die Hard" by The Bog Hoppers from Top Shelf

43:02 "Gallant Murray" by Highland Reign from Brother

46:56 "Ireland" by Skeleton McKee from Leave the World Laughing

51:25 "Remember These Bones" by Emish from Sinners Make The Best Saints

52:55 "A Lady in Her Father's Garden" by Pipedance from The Pleasures of Hope

VOTE IN THE CELTIC TOP 20 . It's easier than ever to do. Just list the show number, and the name of one or two bands. That's it. You can vote once for each episode help me create next year's Best Celtic music of 2016 episode.

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We're getting closer to reaching our next Milestone on Patreon which means two-hours of Celtic Women. So let's name this show for the Gaelic Girls of Dublin Town as we enjoying indie Celtic music from The Demon Barbers, Ciaran Tourish, Ciara Considine, Banna, Corktown Popes, Ken O'Malley, Johnson's Motorcar, Merry Wives of Windsor, Stout Pounders, Joe Travers & Adam Alexander, The Irish Experience, The Merry Peddlers, Musical Blades, Cady Finlayson and Vita Tanga.
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Today's show is brought to you by Celtic Invasion Vacations
Every year, I take a small group of Celtic music fans to exotic locations around the world. We don’t travel in big tour buses and see everything. Instead, we stay in one area. We get to Know the region through its culture, history, and legends. Plus, I bring you some great Celtic music by me and other Celtic artists. We're going to Brittany in 2017. Subscribe to the mailing list to join the invasion at celticinvasion.com

Notes:
* Helping you celebrate Celtic culture through music.

* The Irish & Celtic Music Podcast is successful thanks to people like you. Your generous pledge of as little as $1 per episode covers the cost of producing the show. And 10% of your pledges go back to non-profits to support and build our Celtic communities. Best of all, whenever we hit a milestone, you get an extra-long episode. We are working towards a two-hour special on Celtic Women. Become a Patron of the Podcast today, because we are helping you celebrate Celtic culture through music.

I want to send out a super special thanks to our Celtic Superstars who pledge $10 or more per episode. Thanks to Lynda MacNeil, Peter Tilghman, Steven, Bryan Brake, John Sharkey White II, Theresa Sullivan, Brendan Nix, John Bilderback, Rian P Kegerreis, Johnny Berry, Shawn Cali.

* If you enjoy the music in this show, then you might also enjoy our Facebook video shows . The Celtic Music News show goes out on Mondays, and each show is between 3-5 minutes.

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Tim Hughes shared a photo on Facebook and wrote: "Listening on the MS Best Dam Bike Tour in Southern Wisconsin."

Anthony Becker posted a comment to Connemara Stone Company: "Heard your music on the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast. Now only 10 minutes later, page liked, comment posted, and two of your albums purchased!"

This Week in Celtic Music
0:25 "Aye Fly" by The Demon Barbers from Disco At The Tavern

5:05 "Are You Tired of Me My Darling?" by Ciaran Tourish from Down the Line

8:33 "Gaelic Child" by Ciara Considine from Beyond the Waves

12:57 "Quickbeam" by Banna from Cheers!

15:55 "Tonight It's Joy" by Corktown Popes from And Also With You

20:15 CELTIC PODCAST NEWS

21:09 "The Night Ferry" by Ken O'Malley from O'Maille

25:14 "Redcrow/Tamlin/Gravelwalk" by Johnsons Motorcar from Funky Disco Hardcore

29:53 "Three Ravens/Twa Corbies" by Merry Wives of Windsor from Bottoms Up

33:34 "Moonshiner" by Stout Pounders from Thirst

36:17 CELTIC FEEDBACK

37:13 "Killarga Bay" by Joe Travers & Adam Alexander from The Perfect Pint

41:26 "Walls of Liscarroll/Road to Lisdoonvarna/Jenny on the Railroad" by The Irish Experience from The Irish Experience

46:34 "Captain of a Bucket of Beer" by The Merry Peddlers from Celtic Shorts

48:32 "Girls of Dublin Town" by Musical Blades from Treasures of Old

52:07 "Itchy Finger" by Cady Finlayson and Vita Tanga from Electric Green

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There's nothing like some awesome Celtic music when you're on a long road. This week, you'll get some from Colin Farrell, Socks in the Frying Pan, The Wild Clover, Con Durham & Maz O'Flaherty, Hank Cramer, Emerald Rose, Kosaka Kazuhiko, Carl Peterson, McFlooseys, The Logues, Angus Mohr, Dust Rhinos, Flatfoot 56, Tullamore.
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If you enjoy this podcast, then please rate the show on iTunes or your favorite podcatcher. Then subscribe to our Celtic Music Magazine . This is our free newsletter and your guide to the latest Celtic music and podcast news. Subscribe today to download 34 Celtic MP3s for free. Remember to support the artists who support this podcast: buy their CDs, download their MP3s, see their shows, and drop them an email to let them know you heard them on the Irish and Celtic Music Podcast. And remember to Vote in the Celtic Top 20 to help me create next year's Best Celtic Music 2016 episode.

Today's show is brought to you by Celtic Invasion Vacations
Every year, I take a small group of Celtic music fans to exotic locations around the world. We don’t travel in big tour buses and see everything. Instead, we stay in one area. We get to Know the region through its culture, history, and legends. Plus, I bring you some great Celtic music by me and other Celtic artists. We're going to Brittany in 2017. Subscribe to the mailing list to join the invasion at celticinvasion.com

Notes:
* Helping you celebrate Celtic culture through music.

* Want your Celtic music played on the podcast? Submit using our form at 4celts.com .

* The Irish & Celtic Music Podcast is successful thanks to people like you. Your generous pledge of as little as $1 per episode covers the cost of producing the show. And 10% of your pledges go back to non-profits to support and build our Celtic communities. Best of all, whenever we hit a milestone, you get an extra-long episode. We are working towards a two-hour special on Celtic Women. Become a Patron of the Podcast today, because we are helping you celebrate Celtic culture through music. Special thanks our latest Patron: Lynda MacNeil, Mark Allison, Larry McCloskey. We are just $48 away from that next special.

* I also want to send out a big thanks to everyone who supported the release of my latest album, Pirates vs. Dragons. It climbed as high as #9 on all of CD Baby, where it has pretty much stayed since the CD was released last month. You can find the album on CD Baby, Amazon, iTunes, Spotify and all of the main online sales sites. Thank you if you supported it. If you want to find out more, go to savedragons.com

* If you enjoy the music in this show, then you might also enjoy our Facebook video shows . The Celtic Music News show goes out on Mondays, and each show is between 3-5 minutes.

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Non Negabit Nos wrote on iTunes: "With Marc Gunn's pdocast, there is no way that I could listen to this much Celtic music! Yes, tehre are other Celtic music sources out there, but you have to go find them and open your account each time. In 3 keystrokes, you are rocking to the best Celtic music programming anywhere."

dustermh53j wrote on iTunes: "Another pint of sweat! Thanks Marc. I listen at the gym and get lost in the reels and songs. It pleases my mind and keeps me from thinking about that one last mile or next five lifts. Keep up the good work!"

Caitlin Chonchoille wrote on iTunes: "Just started listening to this podcast. So far I am loving the playlists! Looking forward to catching up on previous episodes."

This Week in Celtic Music
0:27 "The Moving Note" by Colin Farrell from Make A Note

4:45 "Aoife Johnsons Freakout 9" by Socks in the Frying Pan from Socks in the Frying Pan

8:00 "Biddy Mulligan" by The Wild Clover Band from Behind the Blarney

11:42 "Jigs: Port Tom Mhic, The Old Kesh, Maurice Quinn's, Poirt Ó Chorca" by Con Durham & Maz O'Flaherty from Ar An Sli

14:32 "You Hilo Man" by Hank Cramer from Loosely Celtic

17:26 CELTIC MUSIC NEWS

18:56 "Drombeg" by Emerald Rose from Sunwise

24:22 "The South Wind" by Kosaka Kazuhiko from Harper's Dream

26:36 "Road and the Miles to Dundee" by Carl Peterson from The Flowers of Scotland

30:40 "Reels" by McFlooseys from One Night in Dublin

34:47 CELTIC FEEDBACK

36:07 "Poitin Valley" by The Logues from Tough at the Bottom

40:40 "Andy Renwick's Favourite Ferret" by Angus Mohr from The Monster in the Box

43:20 "Drank the Whole Town Dry" by Dust Rhinos from I Should Behave

46:24 "The Long Road" by Flatfoot 56 from Knuckles Up

51:11 "Bonnie House of Airlie" by Tullamore from Timber & Stream

VOTE IN THE CELTIC TOP 20 . It's easier than ever to do. Just list the show number, and the name of one or two bands. That's it. You can vote once for each episode help me create next year's Best Celtic music of 2016 episode.

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A 16 hour drive makes this show a bit later than usual. But you'll still enjoy awesome Celtic music from Susan Kidney/Donna Germano, The Rogues, Southern Tenant Folk Union, BOWI, Arthur Hinds, The Washington Square Harp and Shamrock Orchestra, Crepuscule, The New Minstrel Revue, StoneRing, Lost Boys, Redhill Rats, Brothers 3, Icewagon Flu, Young Dubliners, Bat Kinane.
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If you enjoy this podcast, then please rate the show on iTunes or your favorite podcatcher. Then subscribe to our Celtic Music Magazine . This is our free newsletter and your guide to the latest Celtic music and podcast news. Subscribe today to download 34 Celtic MP3s for free. Remember to support the artists who support this podcast: buy their CDs, download their MP3s, see their shows, and drop them an email to let them know you heard them on the Irish and Celtic Music Podcast. And remember to Vote in the Celtic Top 20 to help me create next year's Best Celtic Music 2016 episode.

Today's show is brought to you by Pirates vs Dragons
Marc Gunn's latest album, Pirates vs. Dragons, is now on sale. You'll hear sea shanties interwoven with a Celtic Steampunk musical story about an air pirate that kidnaps a bard to immortalize his dragon treasure hunting in song. What he doesn't realize is that the musician will do anything to protect the dragons. Save 20% when you order before August 10th. Go to savedragons.com

Notes:
* Helping you celebrate Celtic culture through music.

* The Irish & Celtic Music Podcast is successful thanks to people like you. Your generous pledge of as little as $1 per episode covers the cost of producing the show. And 10% of your pledges go back to non-profits to support and build our Celtic communities. Best of all, whenever we hit a milestone, you get an extra-long episode. We are working towards a two-hour special on Celtic Women. Become a Patron of the Podcast today, because we are helping you celebrate Celtic culture through music. Special thanks our latest Patron, Renee Bashor and NuclearBandAid

* If you enjoy the music in this show, then you might also enjoy our Facebook video shows . The Celtic Music News show goes out on Mondays, and each show is between 3-5 minutes.

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Dan Williamson of Clan Gunn wrote: "Awesome show Marc. I listen to your show while driving at work. Love it. You can never have too much pipes and drums."

This Week in Celtic Music
0:26 "Stewart's Triumph/Highland Fling" by Susan Kidney/Donna Germano from Highland Fling

4:34 "Willie and the Brain" by The Rogues from V.O.

8:35 "The New Farming Scene from Southern Tenant Folk Union from The New Farming Scene

12:28 "Cliffs Set" by BOWI from Captain Hopper's Mutiny

15:43 "Pwca in the Garden" by Arthur Hinds from Tome of Mystery

CELTIC MUSIC NEWS

20:00 "Arrah, Come in Out of the Rain/Barney McShane" by The Washington Square Harp and Shamrock Orchestra from Since Maggie Dooley Learned the Hooley Hooley

23:25 "The Sound of Steat Set" by Crepuscule from Shades of Music

27:27 "Step It Out Mary" by The New Minstrel Revue from Far and Away

31:01 "Saddle Set" by StoneRing from Samhain

35:33 CELTIC FEEDBACK

36:10 "Rambles of Spring" by Lost Boys from Collected Quarto

40:11 "Heroes of the Modern Times" by Redhill Rats from Some Heroes

43:37 "Rambling & Rakish" by Brothers 3 from The Journey That Lies Before

48:02 "Nancy Whiskey" by Icewagon Flu from Off the Wagon

50:41 "Sees of Sorrow" by Young Dubliners from Nine

54:41 "Biddy Mulvey and the Landgrabber" by Bat Kinane from The Hills Above the Valley

VOTE IN THE CELTIC TOP 20 . It's easier than ever to do. Just list the show number, and the name of one or two bands. That's it. You can vote once for each episode help me create next year's Best Celtic music of 2016 episode.

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This show is dedicated Michael Liebmann. If you're a long-time listener, then you have heard Michael in the Celtic Feedback section where he was a regular contributor. He was also a big promoter of Celtic music and filk music. And he was a friend. Sadly, he passed away on July 26th. So I would like to dedicate this show to Michael with some awesome Celtic music from Becky Taylor, Anton Emery, Headland, Round the House, Claire Roche, We Banjo 3, Shillelagh!, NUA, Brobdingnagian Bards, The McDades, De Ceadaoin, Blackwater, Cu Dubh, Hair of the Dog, Tale | Theo Niessink, Ockham's Razor, Black Rose Roisin Dubh.
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If you enjoy this podcast, then please rate the show on iTunes or your favorite podcatcher. Then subscribe to our Celtic Music Magazine . This is our free newsletter and your guide to the latest Celtic music and podcast news. Subscribe today to download 34 Celtic MP3s for free. Remember to support the artists who support this podcast: buy their CDs, download their MP3s, see their shows, and drop them an email to let them know you heard them on the Irish and Celtic Music Podcast. And remember to Vote in the Celtic Top 20 to help me create next year's Best Celtic Music 2016 episode.

Today's show is brought to you by Pirates vs Dragons
Marc Gunn's latest album, Pirates vs. Dragons, will be released on July 27, 2016. You'll hear sea shanties interwoven with a Celtic Steampunk musical story about an air pirate that kidnaps a bard to immortalize his dragon treasure hunting in song. What he doesn't realize is that the musician will do anything to protect the dragons. Subscribe to my mailing list to notified when it is released, or go to savedragons.com

Notes:
* Helping you celebrate Celtic culture through music.

* We Banjo 3 is trying to get onto the Billboard Charts. They're asking you to pre-order the album iTunes before July 30th.

* New episode of the Pub Songs Podcast called Pirate Pub Songs, Arr! is now online.

* The Irish & Celtic Music Podcast is successful thanks to people like you. Your generous pledge of as little as $1 per episode covers the cost of producing the show. And 10% of your pledges go back to non-profits to support and build our Celtic communities. Best of all, whenever we hit a milestone, you get an extra-long episode. We are working towards a two-hour special on Celtic Women. Become a Patron of the Podcast today, because we are helping you celebrate Celtic culture through music. Special thanks our latest Patron, Andrew Scarbro, Aaron Bendavid.

* If you enjoy the music in this show, then you might also enjoy our Facebook video shows . The Celtic Music News show goes out on Mondays, and each show is between 3-5 minutes.

* I WANT YOUR FEEDBACK: Call 678-CELT-POD to leave a voicemail message. That's 678-235-8763. What are you doing today while listening to the podcast? You can send a written comment along with a picture of what you're doing while listening, or from one of your trips to one of the Celtic nations.

This Week in Celtic Music
"The Lady's Cup of Tea" by Becky Taylor from Ireland Bridge

"Father John of Barra/Sprig of Ivy" by Anton Emery from Noone Lasses

"Foggy Dew/Jenny's Chickens" by Headland from Longtime Coming

"MacLeod's Farewell" by Round the House from Safe Home

"Fields in Fassaroe" by Claire Roche from Jouney of Claire Roche

TRIBUTE TO MICHAEL LIEBMANN

23:27 "Bill Cheatum / Kitchen Girl / the Donegal Lass" by We Banjo 3 from Roots of the Banjo Tree

26:54 "Salty Sailor" by Shillelagh! from A Turn of Fortune

30:03 "Rest in Pineapple" by NUA from FLOW

34:12 "Health to the Company" by Brobdingnagian Bards from Real Men Wear Kilts

CELTIC MUSIC NEWS

"Smuggler's Cove" by The McDades from Bloom

"Oyster Girl Set" by De Ceadaoin (dee Kad-en) from Savor the Notes

"John O'Dreams" by Blackwater from

"Devil's Claw" by Cu Dubh from Order of the Owl

CELTIC FEEDBACK

"Festival of Galway" by Hair of the Dog from Donegal

"The Day We Set Sail" by from The Secret World of Celtic Rock

"Lord Randall" by Ockham's Razor from Wolves in the Walls

"Gallant Murray" by Black Rose Roisin Dubh from Black Rose White Rabbit

VOTE IN THE CELTIC TOP 20 . It's easier than ever to do. Just list the show number, and the name of one or two bands. That's it. You can vote once for each episode help me create next year's Best Celtic music of 2016 episode.

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Wandering the Celtic countryside looking for great indie Celtic music I found David Hyams, Lochlainn, Celtic Squall, The Nettles, The Kish Celtic Band, Shillelagh!, Beth Patterson & Patrick O'Flaherty, Darren Raleigh, Marc Gunn, Bill Grogan's Goat, The Tossers, Connemara Stone Company, Cleghorn, The Ceili Family. Listen and Share!
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If you enjoy this podcast, then please rate the show on iTunes or your favorite podcatcher. Then subscribe to our Celtic Music Magazine . This is our free newsletter and your guide to the latest Celtic music and podcast news. Subscribe today to download 34 Celtic MP3s for free. Remember to support the artists who support this podcast: buy their CDs, download their MP3s, see their shows, and drop them an email to let them know you heard them on the Irish and Celtic Music Podcast. And remember to Vote in the Celtic Top 20 to help me create next year's Best Celtic Music 2016 episode.

Today's show is brought to you by Pirates vs Dragons
Marc Gunn's latest album, Pirates vs. Dragons, will be released on July 27, 2016. You'll hear sea shanties interwoven with a Celtic Steampunk musical story about an air pirate that kidnaps a bard to immortalize his dragon treasure hunting in song. What he doesn't realize is that the musician will do anything to protect the dragons. Subscribe to my mailing list to notified when it is released, or go to savedragons.com

Notes:
* Helping you celebrate Celtic culture through music.

* The Irish & Celtic Music Podcast is successful thanks to people like you. Your generous pledge of as little as $1 per episode covers the cost of producing the show. And 10% of your pledges go back to non-profits to support and build our Celtic communities. Best of all, whenever we hit a milestone, you get an extra-long episode. We are working towards a two-hour special on Celtic Women. Become a Patron of the Podcast today, because we are helping you celebrate Celtic culture through music. Special thanks our latest Patron, Andrew Scarbro, Aaron Bendavid.

* If you enjoy the music in this show, then you might also enjoy our Facebook video shows . The Celtic Music News show goes out on Mondays, and each show is between 3-5 minutes.

* I WANT YOUR FEEDBACK: Call 678-CELT-POD to leave a voicemail message. That's 678-235-8763. What are you doing today while listening to the podcast? You can send a written comment along with a picture of what you're doing while listening, or from one of your trips to one of the Celtic nations.

Caitlin Conchoille wrote on iTunes: "Just started listening to this podcast. So far I am loving the playlists! Looking forward to catching up on previous episodes."

Maddie Hanlon added a new photo to Facebook: "Thanks for the inspiration, Mark! While listening to episodes 265 and 266 of Irish & Celtic Music Podcast, I finally completed the design and burn for this custom guitar for Aisling Guitars. It's a combination of my husband's family crest - the wild boar - and motifs from the Lindisfarne Gospels. Your podcast has been the perfect companion to my work! Looking forward to the next episode!"

This Week in Celtic Music
0:31 "The Stolen Kiss" by David Hyams from Knowing the Place

5:16 "Make the Fence" by Lochlainn from Cailleach's Plaid

10:00 "Samuel Hall" by Celtic Squall from Celtic Squall

13:22 "Sandy River Belle/The 28th of January" by The Nettles from Flow

17:54 "Eastern Morn" by The Kish Celtic Band from The Kish Celtic Band

20:00 CELTIC MUSIC NEWS

20:48 "The Song of Wandering Aengus" by Shillelagh! from A Turn of Fortune

23:41 "Tolka Polka Set" by SLIP from Demo

27:42 "Bean Phaidin" by Beth Patterson & Patrick O'Flaherty from Caelic

28:58 "The Song of the Water Kelpie" by Darren Raleigh from Silverwheel

32:27 "Come and Be a Pirate" by Marc Gunn from Pirates vs. Dragons

35:20 CELTIC FEEDBACK

36:32 "The Burning of Cork" by Bill Grogan's Goat from Third Eye

40:54 "Leopardstown Races" by The Tossers from Agony

46:34 "Balivanich" by Connemara Stone Company from Back Home

53:05 "Castle Kelly" by Cleghorn from Cleghorn

58:44 "Alive" by The Ceili Family from Ministry of Silly Folk

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Put on your own jolly Irish brogue. Then sing and dance along with this week's show featuring indie Celtic music from New York Brogue, NUA, Good Foot, Adam Beattie, The Bordercollies, Trinity River Whalers, Taisgeal Clachan, Songs for Ceilidh, The Jolly Rogues, Caledonia Swing, The Kilt Lifters, Dave Wilson and Willie B., Naymedici, Ceann, Mark Saul.
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Today's show is brought to you by Pirates vs Dragons
Marc Gunn's latest album, Pirates vs. Dragons, will be released on July 27, 2016. You'll hear sea shanties interwoven with a Celtic Steampunk musical story about an air pirate that kidnaps a bard to immortalize his dragon treasure hunting in song. What he doesn't realize is that the musician will do anything to protect the dragons. Subscribe to my mailing list to notified when it is released, or go to celticmusic.org/savethedragons

Notes:
* Helping you celebrate Celtic culture through music.

* The Irish & Celtic Music Podcast is successful thanks to people like you. Your generous pledge of as little as $1 per episode covers the cost of producing the show. And 10% of your pledges go back to non-profits to support and build our Celtic communities. Best of all, whenever we hit a milestone, you get an extra-long episode. We are working towards a two-hour special on Celtic Women. Become a Patron of the Podcast today, because we are helping you celebrate Celtic culture through music. Special thanks our latest Patron, Andrew Scarbro, Aaron Bendavid.

* If you enjoy the music in this show, then you might also enjoy our Facebook video shows . The Celtic Music News show goes out on Mondays, and each show is between 3-5 minutes.

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John Bartmann wrote on Facebook: "I've been listening to the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast while clearing a forest while on a Workaway experience in Noosa, Australia. We're originally from South Africa and the podcast has just made the shady, quiet surrounds perfect :) thanks"

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This Week in Celtic Music
0:36 "Cul Aodh Jigs" by New York Brogue from Live from the Poor Mouth

6:38 "Fizzbuzz" by NUA from BOLD

10:10 "Home With the Girls in the Morning" by Good Foot from Good Foot

13:37 "The Family Tree" by Adam Beattie from The Road Not Taken

17:30 "Thunderhead Jig Set" by The Bordercollies from The Road from Swannanoa

21:09 CELTIC MUSIC NEWS

21:54 "Jolly Rovin' Tar" by Trinity River Whalers from Both Barrels

24:34 "The Storyteller" by Taisgeal Clachan from Finding the Lost Village

28:25 "Maggie's Cat" by Songs for Ceilidh from Beneath the Waves

32:30 "Maggie May" by The Jolly Rogues from Privateers

36:00 "Cape Breton Set: Cape Breton Reel/Cold Frosty Morn/My Love Is But A Lassie Yet" by Caledonia Swing from Something Like That!

38:16 CELTIC FEEDBACK

39:22 "You Jacobites By Name" by The Kilt Lifters from Jack in the Green

45:17 "Achill Island" by Dave Wilson and Willie B . from Far From home

49:06 "Whiskey John" by Naymedici from Paddy McGee

51:54 "New York Girls" by Ceann from Rant, Rave, Lose Pants

55:16 "It's An Instrument" by Mark Saul from Mixylodian

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Celtic music is in our hearts and in our feet in this week's show with indie Celtic music from Scottish Octopus, Olta, The Selkie Girls, Jameson's Revenge, Ramsay & Black, The Fire Inside, Canned Haggis, Beth Patterson, Marc Gunn, Celtic Cross, Steel City Rovers, Redhill Rats, The Bloody Irish Boys, Celtica Pipes Rock!
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Today's show is brought to you by Pirates vs Dragons
Marc Gunn's latest album, Pirates vs. Dragons, will be released on July 27, 2016. You'll hear sea shanties interwoven with a Celtic Steampunk musical story about an air pirate that kidnaps a bard to immortalize his dragon treasure hunting in song. What he doesn't realize is that the musician will do anything to protect the dragons. Subscribe to my mailing list to notified when it is released, or go to celticmusic.org/savethedragons

Notes:
* Helping you celebrate Celtic culture through music.

* The Irish & Celtic Music Podcast is successful thanks to people like you. Your generous pledge of as little as $1 per episode covers the cost of producing the show. And 10% of your pledges go back to non-profits to support and build our Celtic communities. Best of all, whenever we hit a milestone, you get an extra-long episode. We are working towards a two-hour special on Celtic Women. Become a Patron of the Podcast today, because we are helping you celebrate Celtic culture through music. Special thanks our latest Patron, Rod Nevin.

* If you enjoy the music in this show, then you might also enjoy our Facebook video shows . The Celtic Music News show goes out on Mondays, and each show is between 3-5 minutes.

* If you ever wanted to hear what it's like on a Celtic Invasion Vacation, you can listen to a few podcasts from my Celtic Invasion of Cornwall. It's all on The Celtfather Podcast at celtfather.com . I hope to post a couple more episodes from the trip soon.

* I WANT YOUR FEEDBACK: Call 678-CELT-POD to leave a voicemail message. That's 678-235-8763. What are you doing today while listening to the podcast? You can send a written comment along with a picture of what you're doing while listening, or from one of your trips to one of the Celtic nations.

Shmeezbun emailed: "Work, cook, write, yoga, art, BLAST "oh Nancy oh" so my neighbors hear it off the elevator. Dance of course and dig into the Irish roots! Keep the tunes coming!. I listen to the Valentine's Day episode 244 at least once a day. Thanks thanks thanks"

I got a message from an unknown person who wrote: "Just got back from my first trip to Ireland last night! It was amazing!!!!!! Just wanted to let you know I love your podcasts!"

Rod Nevin emailed: "Hi Marc! I wanted to let you know, I love your podcast and I've been a faithful listener for a few years. I decided to become a patron today on my birthday. Here's a picture of what I accomplished today while listening to the podcast: brewing beer! The podcasts are great to listen to while I make my own Homebrew in my garage. Thanks for bringing us the Celtic music!"

This Week in Celtic Music
0:33 "Hornpipes" by Scottish Octopus from Live in Union Square

5:23 "Wind That Shakes the Barley / The Ships Are Sailing / The Star of Munster" by Olta from Step It Out

9:20 "Molly Ban" by The Selkie Girls from Long Time Traveling

14:30 "Chirish/F.U.D./Cricket Hill/The Eagle Has Landed" by Jameson's Revenge from While Yer Up

20:55 "Eileen Aroon" by Ramsay & Black from Singer's Request

24:43 CELTIC MUSIC NEWS

25:16 "Line 'em up, Mr. Murphy" by The Fire Inside from Spark

30:37 "Jig Set: Drops of Brandy, Cutting Bracken, Paddy's Leather Breeches" by Canned Haggis from Rough Draft

36:27 "Curve" by Beth Patterson from Forward

39:10 "A Pirate's Confession" by Marc Gunn from Pirates vs. Dragons

42:11 CELTIC FEEDBACK

43:52 "Land's in My Blood" by Celtic Cross from Saoirse's Heart

46:18 "Summer Dance at Montmagny" by Steel City Rovers from Grand Misadventures

49:55 "Crazy George" by Redhill Rats from Cape Wolf

53:36 "Drunk Tonight" by The Bloody Irish Boys from Drunk Rock

57:59 "Atholl Highlanders" by Celtica Pipes Rock! from Rising

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I'm back from my Celtic Invasion of Cornwall. We had an incredible invasion visiting Tintagel, Eden Project, Stonehenge, Glastonbury Abbey, Chalice Well, some stone circles, horse riding and more. It was a brilliant trip. Before I start planning for 2017, I want to share some more great indie Celtic music from Leaping Lulu, We Banjo 3, 3 Pints Gone, Ron Cody, Rowan, Willie McCulloch, Gaelic Storm, Ginger Ackley, Mason Brown, Ceol Gan Achar, Old Man Flanagan's Ghost, Amadan, John Byrne Band, A Band of Rogues, Saor Patrol.
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Today's show is brought to you by Pirates vs Dragons
Marc Gunn's latest album, Pirates vs. Dragons, will be released on July 27, 2016. You'll hear sea shanties interwoven with a Celtic Steampunk musical story about an air pirate that kidnaps a bard to immortalize his dragon treasure hunting in song. What he doesn't realize is that the musician will do anything to protect the dragons. Subscribe to my mailing list to notified when it is released, or go to celticmusic.org/savethedragons

Notes:
* Helping you celebrate Celtic culture through music.

* I am back from an incredible Celtic Invasion of Cornwall. We saw Tintagel Castle, Stonehenge, the Chalice Well, The Eden Project, Falmouth International Sea Shanty Festival, went horse riding, saw stone circles, and had an amazing adventure. You can find pictures from the trip on my Facebook music page . I'm starting to plan for the 2017 invasion. Sign up at celticinvasion.com if you want to be notified about where we shall go next year.

* The Irish & Celtic Music Podcast is successful thanks to people like you. Your generous pledge of as little as $1 per episode covers the cost of producing the show. And 10% of your pledges go back to non-profits to support and build our Celtic communities. Best of all, whenever we hit a milestone, you get an extra-long episode. We are working towards a two-hour special on Celtic Women. Become a Patron of the Podcast today, because we are helping you celebrate Celtic culture through music. Special thanks our latest Patron, Rod Nevin.

* If you enjoy the music in this show, then you might also enjoy our Facebook video shows . The Celtic Music News show goes out on Mondays, and each show is between 3-5 minutes.

* If you ever wanted to hear what it's like on a Celtic Invasion Vacation, you can listen to a few podcasts from my Celtic Invasion of Cornwall. It's all on The Celtfather Podcast at celtfather.com . I hope to post a couple more episodes from the trip soon.

* I WANT YOUR FEEDBACK: Call 678-CELT-POD to leave a voicemail message. That's 678-235-8763. What are you doing today while listening to the podcast? You can send a written comment along with a picture of what you're doing while listening, or from one of your trips to one of the Celtic nations.

Hi Marc, I've been meaning to email you for awhile now, but have been remiss in getting it out. It's actually my birthday today and the latest Irish & Celtic Music podcast was a great present! My son is also performing tonight, as he plays Viola in the 7th grade orchestra at his middle school. Just a couple of weeks ago we both we're in recital at our local Suzuki school (my piece was Loch Lommond). Sorry I'm rambling here, but just want to say how great the podcast continues to be and thank you for all the work you put into it. I usually listen while I'm walking and here are a couple of pictures of springtime in East Tennessee. Thanks again for you do on the podcast. Slainte! Hank Woodward

Hey Marc, thanks for enriching my life with your wonderful podcast. I’m a 27-year-old violinist in Melbourne, Australia. I’m battling chronic illness which means I can’t move far from bed lately, so it’s wonderful to have such dependably brilliant music to soothe me, lift my spirits and help keep me warm as our winter sets in! Thanks Carl

This Week in Celtic Music
0:32 "Craig's Pipes/The Mountain Road/The Gravel Walk" by Leaping Lulu from Celtic Night Live

5:21 "The Cavan Reel/Up Against the Boughalauns/The Dublin Lasses" by We Banjo 3 from Roots of the Banjo Tree

7:57 "Beaches of St. Valery" by 3 Pints Gone from The Beaches of St. Valery

14:01 "Little Johnny's Run" by Ron Cody from The Talking Rake

17:38 "Bonnie Portmore/Elinini" by Rowan from Tales Through Time

21:32 CELTIC MUSIC NEWS

22:35 "Outer Hebrides" by Willie McCulloch from Auld Tales & New

24:49 "Raised on Black and Tans" by Gaelic Storm from Cabbage

28:11 "Fairy Tale" by Ginger Ackley from Elf King's Horn

30:50 "Katie Rose" by Mason Brown from I Am a Handsome Devil

33:10 "Boys of Malin St" by Ceol Gan Achar by Ceol Gan Achar

39:50 CELTIC FEEDBACK

41:05 "The Midnight Ship" by Old Man Flanagan's Ghost from Sociable

44:40 "Union of Drunken Upstarts" by Amadan from Hell-Bent Victory

47:31 "See You Then" by John Byrne Band from After the Wake

52:50 "You Can't Eat the Scenery" by A Band of Rogues from A Band of Rogues

58:34 "Aftermath" by Saor Patrol from Outlander

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I'm flying off to Cornwall later this morning. Before I go, I wanted to share one more episode to tie you over until I return in a couple weeks. You'll hear awesome indie Celtic music from The Beggarmen, Burning Bridget Cleary, Gallus, Banna De Dha, Gallowglass Irish Trio, Three Weird Sisters, Dublin Harpers, Barrowburn, Sligo Rags, SeaStar, Enter the Haggis, Fathom, The Bible Code Sundays, The Makem & Spain Brothers.
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Today's show is brought to you by Celtic Invasion Vacations
Every year, I take a small group of Celtic music fans to exotic locations around the world. We don’t travel in big tour buses and see everything. Instead, we stay in one area. We get to Know the region through its culture, history, and legends. Plus, I bring you some great Celtic music by me and other Celtic artists. You can help me decide where we are going in 2017. Subscribe to the mailing list to join the invasion at celticinvasion.com

Notes:
* Helping you celebrate Celtic culture through music.

* I want to thank everyone who voted in the Podcast Awards. I really appreciate your support of indie Celtic music! The awards ceremonies will be announced on June 26.

* The Irish & Celtic Music Podcast is successful thanks to people like you. Your generous pledge of as little as $1 per episode covers the cost of producing the show, as well as my time in producing it. Whenever we hit a milestone, you get an extra-long episode. We are working towards a two-hour special on Celtic Women. Best of all, 10% of your pledges go back to non-profits to support and build our Celtic communities. Become a Patron of the Podcast today, because we are helping you celebrate Celtic culture through music.

* If you enjoy the music in this show, then you might also enjoy our Facebook video shows . The Celtic Music News show goes out on Mondays, and each show is between 3-5 minutes.

* Finally, if you want to stay on top of this year's Celtic Invasion of Cornwall, then subscribe to The Celtfather Podcast at celtfather.com . I hope to podcast new episodes daily.

* I WANT YOUR FEEDBACK: Call 678-CELT-POD to leave a voicemail message. That's 678-235-8763. What are you doing today while listening to the podcast? You can send a written comment along with a picture of what you're doing while listening, or from one of your trips to one of the Celtic nations.

Jerrie Adkins commented on Patreon: "Dear Marc, You rock so hard, the Blarney Stone called and threatened to sue for copyright infringement. [Sounds like a whiskey-extorting scheme to me.]"

This Week in Celtic Music
0:26 "Strike the Gay Harp" by The Beggarmen from Newry Town

7:47 "Sloppy Set" by Burning Bridget Cleary from Totes for Goats

11:40 "Gorgeous and Bright" by Gallus

14:53 "Comb Your Hair & Curl It / The White Petticoat / The Black Rogue" by Banna De Dha from Band of Two

19:49 "Yellow Gals" by Gallowglass Irish Trio from All Our Best

22:18 CELTIC MUSIC NEWS

23:25 "May Queen" by Three Weird Sisters from Hair of the Frog

26:57 "Ginny's Kitchen" by Dublin Harpers from Shenanigans

30:31 "Shinin' Clear" by Barrowburn from Mist Covered Mountains

33:25 "Riding on the Wexford Line" by Sligo Rags from The Whiskey Never Lies

37:43 CELTIC FEEDBACK

38:16 "Selkie" by SeaStar from North Winds

43:29 "Copper Leaves" by Enter the Haggis from The Modest Revolution

46:55 "Old Spring" by Fathom from Pollution Blues

50:09 "Honour of the Gael" by The Bible Code Sundays from Ghosts Of Our Past

55:56 "Ha'penny Bridge" by The Makem & Spain Brothers from Home Away From Home

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The Irish & Celtic Music Podcast has one last chance to win Best Music Podcast in the Podcast Awards. Will you help the Celts be victorious? Go vote! Then enjoy another episode of indie Celtic music from Black Market Haggis, Reel Treble Band, Bat Kinane, The Flying Toads, The Black Velvet Band, Emerald Rose, Runa, Martyn Wylde, Maidens IV, Byrne and Kelly, The Langer's Ball, Fiddlers 3, The Fisitcuffs, Rathkeltair, Erin's Guild.
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Today's show is brought to you by Patrons of the Podcast
The success of the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast is due to the generosity of people like you. Your generous pledge of as little as $1 per episode covers the cost of producing the show as well as my time in producing it. Best of all, I donate 10% of your pledges to Celtic non-profits each month. Whenever we hit a milestone, you get an extra-long episode of Celtic Music. We are working towards a two-hour special on Celtic Women. Special thanks to our Celtic Superstars: Peter Tilghman, Bryan Brake, John Sharkey White, II, Theresa Sullivan, Brendan Nix, John Bilderback, Rian P Kegerreis, Steven, Johnny Berry, Shawn Cali.

Become a Patron of the Podcast today, because we are helping you celebrate Celtic culture through music.

Notes:
* Helping you celebrate Celtic culture through music.

* Vote for Irish & Celtic Music Podcast in Podcast Awards . If you want a daily reminder to vote, visit the shownotes to signup to a special mailing list .

* If you enjoy the music in this show, then you might also enjoy our Facebook video shows . The New Celtic CDs show is broadcast on Fridays and the Celtic Music News takes place on Mondays. Each show is between 3-5 minutes. I had fun pre-recording the shows last week. So I'm gonna try that again this week.

* Finally, if you want to stay on top of this year's Celtic Invasion of Cornwall, then subscribe to The Celtfather Podcast at celtfather.com . I hope to podcast new episodes daily.

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This Week in Celtic Music
0:42 "Shandon Bells Set" by Black Market Haggis from EP

4:50 "Spotted Dog/The Swallow's Tail/Donegal Lass" by Reel Treble

6:56 "A Stonecutter's Journey" by Bat Kinane from The Hills Above the Valley

10:08 "The Exiles" by The Flying Toads from In Stitches

14:35 "Maid of Fife-e-o" by The Black Velvet Band from The Black Velvet Band

18:01 CELTIC MUSIC NEWS

18:57 "Castle of Arianrhod" by Emerald Rose from That Night in the Garden

24:45 "The Banks Are Made of Marble" by Runa from Current Affairs

27:47 "Loch Tay Boat Song" by Martyn Wylde from Minstrel's Lament

32:05 "Jolly Rover" by Maidens IV from Four Aflame

35:54 CELTIC FEEDBACK

37:50 "The Meeting of the Waters" by Byrne and Kelly from Echoes

40:47 "Drinking For Two" by The Langer's Ball from Whiskey Outlaws

43:09 "Billy Thom's/Rannie MacLellan/Growling Old Man And Woman" by Fiddlers 3 from Volume 3: The Rhythm Chapter

46:56 "McKenzie's Daughter" by The Fisitcuffs from Bruised But Not Beaten

49:07 "William Glen" by Rathkeltair from Big White Van

57:06 "Broken Man" by Erin's Guild from Broken Man

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Put on your golden gloves and lets have another round of indie Celtic music from Poor Man's Fortune, Wicked Tinkers, Vicki Swan & Jonny Dyer, Green Tea, Julia Lane, Damh the Bard, Across the Pond, Skeleton McKee, Sean Orr, Jiggernaut, Saor Patrol, Sons of Malarkey, The Canny Brothers Band, Rising Gael.
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Today's show is brought to you by Patrons of the Podcast
The success of the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast is due in large part to the generosity of people like you. Your generous pledge of as little as $1 per episode helps cover the cost of producing the show, including: web hosting, advertising, technical support, and purchases of new music. It also pays for my time in producing the show. Best of all, I donate 10% of your pledges to Celtic non-profits each month. Whenever we hit a milestone, you get an extra-long episode of Celtic Music. We are just $85 away from a two-hour special on Celtic Women. Special thanks to our newest patrons: Jodie Purgahn, Rita Barnowski, Stephen Bernhardt.

Become a Patron of the Podcast today, because we are helping you celebrate Celtic culture through music.

Notes:
* Helping you celebrate Celtic culture through music.

* Vote for Irish & Celtic Music Podcast in Podcast Awards . If you want a daily reminder to vote, visit the shownotes to signup to a special mailing list .

* If you enjoy the music in this show, then you might also enjoy our Facebook video shows . The New Celtic CDs show is broadcast on Fridays and the Celtic Music News takes place on Mondays. Each show is between 3-5 minutes. I had fun pre-recording the shows last week. So I'm gonna try that again this week.

* I WANT YOUR FEEDBACK: Call 678-CELT-POD to leave a voicemail message. That's 678-235-8763. What are you doing today while listening to the podcast? You can send a written comment along with a picture of what you're doing while listening, or from one of your trips to one of the Celtic nations.

Shai wrote in the shownotes: "Hey Marc! I’ve been listening on and off for about.. 4 years now? i really enjoy the podcast, all the songs have really surprisingly good production quality compared to the indie artist here in Israel. Can u please link in the shownotes to any songs that have a vid on youtube? Can u also maybe write In the shownotes the bands and songs by the time they show? Huge thank you if you do any of those things, and also for keeping up the podcast for so long!"

This Week in Celtic Music
0:42 "The Tar Road to Sligo/Maid at the Spinning Wheel" by Poor Man's Fortune from Blow Hard

4:16 "Swing Set" by Wicked Tinkers from Rant

6:53 "The Golden Glove" by Vicki Swan & Jonny Dyer from Paper of Pins

12:23 "Imelda's Shoes" by Green Tea from All Ages

16:25 "The Fishwidow's Song" by Julia Lane from Song of the Sea

CELTIC MUSIC NEWS

21:20 "Silent Moon" by Damh the Bard from Antlered Crown and Standing Stone

26:00 "Castle Set" by Across the Pond from Kid on the Mountain

30:03 "Strathmartine Mains (Love and Freedom)" by Skeleton McKee from Leave The World Laughing

31:39 "Oiche Na Gaoithe Moire" by Sean Orr from Celtic Texas

33:45 CELTIC FEEDBACK

35:12 "My Love Is in America" by Jiggernaut from Evolution

40:22 "Spirit of the Planet" by Saor Patrol from Outlander

45:06 "Great Calm" by Sons of Malarkey from Sons of Malarkey

49:56 "Oro Se Do Bheatha Bhaile" by The Canny Brothers Band from One Drop of Whiskey

55:05 "He Moved Through the Fair" by Rising Gael from One More Day

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My family and I went to the beach. I came back a little redder with desire to hear some Celtic beach music. What would that sound like, especially with Memorial Day approaching. Here's some indie Celtic music from Maggie Sansone, Ciara Considine, The Elders, Allan Yn Y Fan, Karan Casey, Marc Gunn, Eilis Crean, MacTalla Mor, The Whiskey Boys, Linda Marie Smith, Sprag Session, Devils Water, Barleyjuice, Stanley & Grimm.
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Today's show is brought to you by Patrons of the Podcast
The success of the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast is due in large part to the generosity of people like you. Your generous pledge of as little as $1 per episode helps cover the cost of producing the show, including: web hosting, advertising, technical support, and purchases of new music. It also pays for my time in producing the show. Best of all, I donate 10% of your pledges to Celtic non-profits each month. Whenever we hit a milestone, you get an extra-long episode of Celtic Music. We are just $94 away from a two-hour special on Celtic Women. Special thanks to our newest patron: Joyce Pavelko.

Become a Patron of the Podcast today, because Celtic music needs your support!

Notes:
* Helping you celebrate Celtic culture through music.

* Monday is Memorial Day. Listen to our Celtic Memorial Day special from last year.

* If you enjoy the music in this show, then you might also enjoy our Facebook video shows . The New Celtic CDs show is broadcast on Fridays and the Celtic Music News takes place on Mondays. Each show is between 3-5 minutes. I had fun pre-recording the shows last week. So I'm gonna try that again this week.

* You can get your very own 2016 Irish & Celtic Music Podcast t-shirts through our Celtic Music Store. Follow the link in the shownotes , or better yet, follow the link in the Celtic Music Magazine, when you subsribe and you'll save 10%. And if you already have a shirt. Take a picture and send it in.

* I WANT YOUR FEEDBACK: Call 678-CELT-POD to leave a voicemail message. That's 678-235-8763. What are you doing today while listening to the podcast? You can send a written comment along with a picture of what you're doing while listening, or from one of your trips to one of the Celtic nations.

Medha Rashed responded to the Celtic Music Magazine. She wrote: "Late wishes to your daughter Inara. Marc, I live far away... another continent, ASIA! But, as I love celtic music! and all Scottish and Irish, I can tell u that, I will be dancing to some random celtic track!!!!!! Stay well."

This Week in Celtic Music
0:45 "North Sea Crossing [Reels]: When Charlie Returns/North Sea Crossing/Ham" by Maggie Sansone from Wind Drift: Celtic Grooves, Mystic Moods

4:51 "Sea Dance" by Ciara Considine from Beyond the Waves

8:57 "Raging Sea" by The Elders from Gael Day

12:13 "Sea Sick Sailors/The Rough Crossing" by Allan Yn Y Fan from Pwnco

16:45 "The Silkie Song" by Karan Casey from Seal Maiden - A Celtic Musical

19:26 CELTIC MUSIC NEWS

20:52 "The Sailboat Armada" by Marc Gunn from Kilted For Her Pleasure

24:05 "The Meelick/Team Whelan's Jig/Rolling Wave" by Eilis Crean from The Lonesome Fiddler

28:39 "U.S. Reggae" by MacTalla Mor from The New Colossus

32:45 "Never Return to the Sea" by The Whiskey Boys from Mary Come to Boston

36:59 CELTIC FEEDBACK

37:53 "Surrender to the Sea" by Linda Marie Smith from Mearra: Selkie from the Sea

42:22 "Good Ship Tommy Fun" by Sprag Session from Sprag Session

48:14 "My Ship's Coming In" by Devils Water from The Channels

52:20 "Scottish Samba" by Barleyjuice from Another Round

56:20 "Fiddler's Green" by Stanley & Grimm from Another Round

VOTE IN THE CELTIC TOP 20 . It’s easier than ever to do. Just list the show number, and the name of one or two bands. That’s it. You can vote once for each episode help me create next year’s Best Celtic music of 2016 episode.

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It's funny how when I come up with an episode title I like, the whole show seems to take on a mood that seems just like the title. That's certainly the case for the Wild Geese in a Summer Storm. Just wait til you get to the bagpipes. If that doesn't bring it home, nothing will. Great indie Celtic music from Hearthfire Duo, Andy Lamy, An Triur, Battlefield Band, Rebecca Gilbert and Kellswater Bridge, Jed Marum, Black Market Haggis, McGinty, Scottish Octopus, Mickey Coleman, The Freestylers of Piping, Niteworks, Murder the Stout, Leaping Lulu.
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Today's show is brought to you by Celtic Invasion Vacations
Every year, I take a small group of Celtic music fans to exotic locations around the world. We don’t travel in big tour buses and see everything. Instead, we stay in one area. We get to Know the region through its culture, history, and legends. Plus, I bring you some great Celtic music by me and other Celtic artists. You can help me decide where we are going in 2017. Subscribe to the mailing list to join the invasion at celticinvasion.com
Notes:
* Helping you celebrate Celtic culture through music.

* I want to thank each and everyone of the Patrons of the Podcast for your kind and generous support of this show. Your pledge of $1 or more per episode covers the cost of producing the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast including: web hosting, advertising, technical support, and buying new music. It also pays for my time in producing the show. AND I donate 10% of your pledges to Celtic Non-Profits. We're doing works thanks to you.

Whenever we hit a milestone, you get an extra-long episode of Celtic Music. The next will bring you two-hours of Celtic Women. Special thanks to Joyce Pavelko and Steven our latest patrons.Become a Patrons of the Podcast today. Because we are celebrating Celtic culture through music together.

*If you enjoy the music in this show, then you might also enjoy our Facebook Live video shows. The New Celtic CDs show is broadcast on Fridays and the Celtic Music News takes place on Mondays. Each show is between 3-5 minutes. This week, both shows will be pre-recorded since I'm off to the beach with my family.

* You can get your very own 2016 Irish & Celtic Music Podcast t-shirts through our Celtic Music Store. Follow the link in the shownotes , or better yet, follow the link in the Celtic Music Magazine, when you subsribe and you'll save 10%. And if you already have a shirt. Take a picture and send it in.

* I WANT YOUR FEEDBACK: Call 678-CELT-POD to leave a voicemail message. That's 678-235-8763. What are you doing today while listening to the podcast? You can send a written comment along with a picture of what you're doing while listening, or from one of your trips to one of the Celtic nations.

This Week in Celtic Music
0:27 "Reel Time" by Hearthfire Duo from Rising Tides

3:08 "Reels: Tommy Coen's / Poll an Madra Uisce (The Otter's Holt) / The Lame Fisherman" by Andy Lamy from The New Blackthorn Stick

6:36 "Sovay" by An Triur from Three People

9:48 "Strathspey & Reels: Sporan Dhomhnaill / Mist on the Glen (The Devils of Dublin) / Miss Monaghan" by Battlefield Band with Nuala Kennedy from Beg & Borrow

14:21 "Red Is the Rose" by Rebecca Gilbert and Kellswater Bridge from Origin

18:52 CELTIC MUSIC NEWS

20:02 "The Wild Geese" by Jed Marum from Calla's Waltz

23:22 "Concertina Reel Set" by Black Market Haggis from

26:10 "Brennan on the Moor" by McGinty from Ballads and Bar Tunes

29:14 "The Ferret/Voodoo Child" by Scottish Octopus from Live in Union Square

36:34 CELTIC FEEDBACK

38:52 "Holylands Belfast" by Mickey Coleman from Carefully Crafted

41:52 "The Heavy Hitter/The Shape of Piping to Come" by The Freestylers of Piping from The Shape of Piping to Come

47:00 "Aiseag Maol Rubha" by Niteworks from NW

50:47 "Sound the Pibroch" by Murder the Stout from EP

54:45 "Summer Storm" by Leaping Lulu from Into the West

The Irish & Celtic Music Podcast was produced by Marc Gunn, The Celtfather. To subscribe, go to iTunes or to our website where you can become a Patron of the Podcast for as little as $1 per episode. You can post feedback in the shownotes at celticmusicpodcast.com .

When you're down and out, the weather's bad, or your just not in the mood to face another day of work, there's nothing like Celtic music to lift you up. So let today's show get deep inside you and rescue from the monotony of the world with indie Irish and Celtic music from We Banjo 3, Kennedy's Kitchen, Bow Triplets, Mabon, The Secret Commonwealth, New Shilling, Dave Wilson and Willie B., Culann's Hounds, Dun Aengus, Clan of Celts, Steel Clover, River Drivers, Syr, Colleen Raney.
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Today's show is brought to you by Celtic Invasion Vacations
Every year, I take a small group of Celtic music fans to exotic locations around the world. We don’t travel in big tour buses and see everything. Instead, we stay in one area. We get to Know the region through its culture, history, and legends. Plus, I bring you some great Celtic music by me and other Celtic artists. You can help me decide where we are going in 2017. Subscribe to the mailing list to join the invasion at celticinvasion.com
Notes:
* Helping you celebrate Celtic culture through music.

* I want to thank each and everyone of the Patrons of the Podcast for your kind and generous support of this show. Your pledge of $1 or more per episode covers the cost of producing the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast including: web hosting, advertising, technical support, and buying new music. It also pays for my time in producing the show. AND I donate 10% of your pledges to Celtic Non-Profits. We're doing works thanks to you.

Whenever we hit a milestone, you get an extra-long episode of Celtic Music. The next will bring you two-hours of Celtic Women. Special thanks to our Celtic Superstars who pledge $10 per episode: Peter Tilghman, Bryan Brake, Chris, John Sharkey White II, Theresa Sullivan, Brendan Nix, John Bilderback, Rian P Kegerreis, Johnny Berry, and Shawn Cali. You are absolutely amazing.

Become a Patrons of the Podcast today. Because we are celebrating Celtic culture through music together.

*If you enjoy the music in this show, then you might also enjoy our Facebook Live video shows. The New Celtic CDs show is broadcast on Fridays and the Celtic Music News takes place on Mondays. Each show is between 3-5 minutes and if you miss the live broadcast, you can watch a replay on our Facebook page. Normally, the shows will be at 2pm. But this Friday, I'll have to do the New Celtic CDs show around 8:30 am.

* I'm performing an internet concert on Concert Window tonite, Thursday, May 12, 2016 at 8pm. It's pay-what-you-want. So just make any donation to watch and enjoy Irish Drinking Songs with me .

* You can get your very own 2016 Irish & Celtic Music Podcast t-shirts through our Celtic Music Store. Follow the link in the shownotes , or better yet, follow the link in the Celtic Music Magazine, when you subsribe and you'll save 10%. And if you already have a shirt. Take a picture and send it in.

* I WANT YOUR FEEDBACK: Call 678-CELT-POD to leave a voicemail message. That's 678-235-8763. What are you doing today while listening to the podcast? You can send a written comment along with a picture of what you're doing while listening, or from one of your trips to one of the Celtic nations.

This Week in Celtic Music
0:26 "The Bunch of Green Rushes/Salt Creek" by We Banjo 3 from Gather the Good

4:58 "Blackberry Blossom/The Drunken Landlady" by Kennedy's Kitchen from The Birds Upon the Trees

8:17 "Past the Point of Rescue" by Bow Triplets from Secret Signs

11:35 "File Under Biddley" by Mabon from OK Pewter

19:36 "Dubhachas (I'll Dream of Times Like This)" by The Secret Commonwealth from Last Call

23:46 CELTIC MUSIC NEWS

25:42 "Amanda Lynn/Ponerosa Cone Chucker/Bridgewater Corners" by New Shilling from Irishtown Sessions

30:20 "Down from Newfoundland" by Dave Wilson and Willie B. from Far From Home

33:44 "The Carlow Set: Monaghan Twig/O'neill's March/Follow Me Up to Carlow/Brian" by Culann's Hounds from Year of the Dog

39:41 "The Banks of the Roses" by Dun Aengus from Fortified

42:14 CELTIC FEEDBACK

43:11 "Please Don't Send Me Home" by Clan of Celts from Single

47:18 "Rocky Road to Dublin" by Steel Clover from In the Celtic Spirit

49:08 "Cumann na mBan" by River Drivers from Single

52:22 "I Drove My Father to Drink" by Syr from Home

56:40 "Stand Up for Love" by Colleen Raney from Here This Is Home

The Irish & Celtic Music Podcast was produced by Marc Gunn, The Celtfather. To subscribe, go to iTunes or to our website where you can become a Patron of the Podcast for as little as $1 per episode. You can post feedback in the shownotes at celticmusicpodcast.com .

The weather is getting nicer. I'm feeling in the mood to chill
with some Celtic music by the campfire. Here's some awesome indie
Celtic music from Slipjig, Jil Chambless & Scooter Muse,
Tania Opland, Pitch the Peat, Ken O'Malley, Rambling Sailors,
Darragh McGann, Atlantic Wave, Vintage Wildflowers, Tim Malloys,
Celtic Cross, Ockham's Razor, Castlebay. Kick back with a beer and
enjoy!

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or your favorite podcatcher. Then subscribe to our Celtic
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download 34 Celtic MP3s for free. Remember to support the artists
who support this podcast: buy their CDs, download their MP3s, see
their shows, and drop them an email to let them know you heard them
on the Irish and Celtic Music Podcast. And remember to Vote in the Celtic Top
20 . Vote once for each episode and you can help me create next
year's Best Celtic music of 2016 episode.

Today's show is brought to you by Celtic Invasion
Vacations

Every year, I take a small group of Celtic music fans to exotic
locations around the world. We don’t travel in big tour buses and
see everything. Instead, we stay in one area. We get to Know the
region through its culture, history, and legends. Plus, I bring you
some great Celtic music by me and other Celtic artists. You can
help me decide where we are going in 2017. Subscribe to the mailing
list to join the invasion at celticinvasion.com

Notes:

* Helping you celebrate Celtic culture through music.

* This show exists due to the generosity of the Patrons of the
Podcast. Each week, 150 people pledge $1 or more per episode. This
covers production costs including: web hosting and advertising, but
it also pays for my time in producing the show. Plus, I donate 10%
of your pledges to Celtic Non-Profits. When hit a milestone, you
get an extra-long episode of Celtic music. You can Become a Patrons of the
Podcast and help us hit the next Milestone which will bring you
2-hours of Celtic Women. Special thanks to our newest Patrons:
Chrystin Pleasants

* If you enjoy the music in this show, then you might also enjoy
our Facebook
Live shows. The New Celtic CDs show is broadcast on Fridays and
the Celtic Music News takes place on Mondays. I'm gonna try and do
the shows at about 2pm on those days. Each show is between 3-5
minutes and I would love for you to drop in and say or share your
own Celtic Music News. If you miss the show, fear not, you can
always watch a replay on our Facebook page.

* Celtic Pink Ribbon
Project for breast cancer awareness.

* I'm performing an internet concert on Concert Window on
Thursday, May 12, 2016 at 8pm. Mark your calendar.

* You can get your very own 2016 Irish & Celtic Music
Podcast t-shirts through our Celtic Music Store. Follow the link in the
shownotes , or better yet, follow the link in the Celtic Music
Magazine, when you subsribe and you'll save 10%. And if you already
have a shirt. Take a picture and send it in.

* I WANT YOUR FEEDBACK: Call 678-CELT-POD to leave a voicemail
message. That's 678-235-8763. What are you doing today while
listening to the podcast? You can send a written comment along with
a picture of what you're doing while listening, or from one of your
trips to one of the Celtic nations.

This Week in Celtic Music

0:30 "Hardiman The Fiddler / The Whinney Hills Of Lietrim /
Barney Brallaghan" by Slipjig from So Far...

5:03 "A Kiss In The Morning Early / Leather Britches" by
Jil Chambless &
Scooter Muse from The
Laverock Song

9:25 "Chi Mi Na Morbheanna" by Tania Opland from Bonnie
Rantin' Lassie

13:30 "Ormond Sound/Liberty Joe's/Broken Pledge" by Pitch the Peat from Far From
Home

17:19 "Homes of Donegal" by Ken O'Malley from OMaille

24:08 CELTIC MUSIC NEWS

25:20 "Leave Her Johnny" by Rambling
Sailors from Wanderlust

28:53 "Sally Gardens" by Darragh McGann from A New
Beginning

32:46 "The New Land" by Atlantic Wave from The Angel's
Share

37:06 "Sweet Bride" by Vintage Wildflowers from
Lovely Madness

41:10 CELTIC FEEDBACK

44:18 "The Song of the Dawn" by Tim Malloys from Wake

50:11 "Jameson Johnny" by Celtic Cross from Saoirse's
Heart

seer-sha

53:34 "Are You Alright, Liz" by Ockham's Razor from Job's
Comforter

59:23 "The Minstrel Boy" by Castlebay from Tapestry IV

The Irish & Celtic Music Podcast was produced by Marc Gunn,
The Celtfather. To subscribe, go to iTunes or to our website where
you can become a Patron of the Podcast
for as little as $1 per episode. You can post feedback in
the shownotes at celticmusicpodcast.com.

Who's your Celtic music hero? Maybe you'll find a new one on
this week's podcast with indie Celtic music from New Shilling,
Dublin 4, Seamus Stout, Faerydae, Mazz O'Flaherty, Jimi McRae,
Heather Dale, Sarah Dinan, The Langer's Ball, Vicki Swan &
Jonny Dyer, Acoustra, Kilmaine Saints, Albannach, Rathkeltair, The
Sandcarvers, Battlefield Band.

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who support this podcast: buy their CDs, download their MP3s, see
their shows, and drop them an email to let them know you heard them
on the Irish and Celtic Music Podcast. And remember to Vote in the Celtic Top
20 . Vote once for each episode and you can help me create next
year's Best Celtic music of 2016 episode.

Today's show is brought to you by Celtic Invasion
Vacations

Every year, I take a small group of Celtic music fans to exotic
locations around the world. We don’t travel in big tour buses and
see everything. Instead, we stay in one area. We get to Know the
region through its culture, history, and legends. Plus, I bring you
some great Celtic music by me and other Celtic artists. You can
help me decide where we are going in 2017. Subscribe to the mailing
list to join the invasion at celticinvasion.com

Notes:

* Helping you celebrate Celtic culture through music.

* Each week, 153 people pledge $1 or more per episode to help
pay for the production of the podcast. Whenever we hit a Milestone,
you get an extra-long episode of Celtic music. You can Become a Patrons of the
Podcast and help us hit the next Milestone which will feature
2-hours of Celtic Women. Special thanks to our newest Patrons: Mark
Hughes, Jeff Fischer, and Frank Donahue.

* Starting this week, I am swapping the Facebook Live shows.
These shows are live streaming video shows I shoot on Facebook and
feature news from artists in the latest episodes. The New Celtic
CDs show will be released on Friday. Celtic Music News will be on
next Monday, May 2. The exact time of the stream is uncertain at
present. I will try announce the show on our Facebook page within
30 minutes of show time if you want to watch, usually around 8:30
am or 2 pm. The shows are short, between 3-5 minutes, and you can
always watch a replay if you miss the live broadcast. You can also
subscribe to the feed to be notified of new Facebook Live streams.
Just check out one of the past shows and click the link in the top
right corner.

* You can still nominate the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast
for Best Music in the 11th annual Podcast Awards. You have until
April 30 to go to podcastawards.com and make your
nomination.

* I'm performing an internet concert on Concert Window on Thursday, May
12, 2016 at 8pm. Mark your calendar.

* You can get your very own 2016 Irish & Celtic Music
Podcast t-shirts through our Celtic Music Store. Follow the link in the
shownotes , or better yet, follow the link in the Celtic Music
Magazine, when you subsribe and you'll save 10%. And if you already
have a shirt. Take a picture and send it in.

Also I am reordering my popular "Kilted For Her Pleasure"
t-shirts . You have until May 5th to place an order for any
size, and save 15% using the coupon code KILTSRULE.

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This Week in Celtic Music

0:27 "Ah, Surely Set" by New Shilling from
Live!!

4:22 "Farewell to Erin" by Dublin 4

7:48 "The Maid Who Sold Her Barley" by Seamus Stout from
Off the Wagon

10:05 "The Monighan/The Butterfly/Cooley's Reel" by Faerydae from
Changeling

14:48 "I Will Stand On This Land" by Mazz O'Flaherty
from The Borrowed Angels Singing Songs By Mazz O'Flaherty

16:36 "Donald of Laggan (Monster Mix)" by Jimi McRae from Last King of
Pictland

20:37 CELTIC MUSIC NEWS

22:33 "Mordred's Lullaby (TOL Mix)" by Heather Dale from Avalon

25:40 "The Hero's Return" by Sarah Dinan from
From the Ashes

28:10 "Cork Dry Gin" by The Langer's Ball from Whiskey
Outlaws

30:27 "Bandit" by Vicki
Swan & Jonny Dyer from Scatter Pipes

38:13 CELTIC FEEDBACK

42:00 "Gypsy Queen" by Acoustra from The Way It
Was

44:36 "Ten Fathoms Deep" by Kilmaine Saints from The Good,
The Plaid, and The Ugly

48:21 "Rath'N'The Nach (Live)" by Albannach and Rathkeltair from Rathkeltair &
Friends CPR

55:44 "Annie McGrew" by The Sandcarvers
from Dealin' Craic

59:53 "One Night in My Youth" by Battlefield Band from Beg
& Borrow

The Irish & Celtic Music Podcast was produced by Marc Gunn,
The Celtfather. To subscribe, go to iTunes or to our website where
you can become a Patron of the Podcast
for as little as $1 per episode. You can post feedback in
the shownotes at celticmusicpodcast.com .

In today's Celtic Feedback, someone pointed out that I made a commitment to Celtic music years ago. It's still going strong and growing each and every week as I share more indie Celtic music from artists like Fiddleheads, Academy of Irish Music, Spirited Lads, Chief O'Neill's Mixed Flock, Hearthfire Duo, The Sorries, Nathan Gourley and Laura Feddersen, Old Man Flanagan's Ghost, Poitin, Gwilym Morus, Keltikon, Aiden's Clan, Hair of the Dog, Bang On the Ear, Round the House. Thank you for being on this journey with me and inspiring me to create an awesome Celtic music show each and every week!
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Today's show is brought to you by Celtic Invasion Vacations

Every year, I take a small group of Celtic music fans to exotic locations around the world. We don’t travel in big tour buses and see everything. Instead, we stay in one area. We get to Know the region through its culture, history, and legends. Plus, I bring you some great Celtic music by me and other Celtic artists. You can help me decide where we are going in 2017. Subscribe to the mailing list to join the invasion at celticinvasion.com

Notes:

* Each week, 149 people pledge $1 or more per episode to help pay for the production of the podcast. Whenever we hit a Milestone, you get an extra-long episode of Celtic music. You can Become a Patrons of the Podcast and help us hit the next Milestone which will feature 2-hours of Celtic Women. Special thanks to our newest Patrons: Daibheid Jordan and Elizabeth Thomas.

* The Irish & Celtic Music Podcast now available on Google Play Music . If you're an android listener, go get it.

* I am still looking for reviews for our compilation "Best of the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast ". You can download this album for free when you subscribe to our Celtic Music Magazine or with any donation to the podcast.

* So far the two Facetime Live shows are going great. Though I changed the date of the Celtic Music News show. It is now on Fridays. The New Celtic CDs show is on Monday. These are short 3-5 minute videos where I share what's new. If you want to watch subscribe on our Facebook page .

* I thought of another great way to help promote indie Celtic bands. I want to start sharing links to the albums of bands in the latest episode. Unfortunately, I really someone's help to make this work. It should only take about 30 minutes a week of your time. If you would like to help me promote indie Celtic music, drop me an email.

* Nominations are now being accepted for the 11th annual Podcast Awards. Before we can win, we need to be nominated. Head on over to podcastawards.com to make your nomination of the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast for Best Music Podcast.

* Check out The Sorries podcast featuring history of Scottish songs.

* You can get your very own 2016 Irish & Celtic Music Podcast t-shirts through our Celtic Music Store. Follow the link in the shownotes , or better yet, follow the link in the Celtic Music Magazine, when you subsribe and you'll save 10%. And if you already have a shirt. Take a picture and send it in.

* I WANT YOUR FEEDBACK: Call 678-CELT-POD to leave a voicemail message. That's 678-235-8763. What are you doing today while listening to the podcast? You can send a written comment along with a picture of what you're doing while listening, or from one of your trips to one of the Celtic nations.

This Week in Celtic Music

0:27 "The Annan Polka / Swedish Polka / Caddam Woods" by Fiddleheads from And The Fiddles Played On

5:21 "Farrell O'Gara" by Academy of Irish Music from Cruinn

8:30 "Bold O'Donahue" by Spirited Lads from Spirited Lads

11:04 "Slip Jigs: The Echo of Carrowkeel/The Cock and the Hen/Hardiman the Fiddler" by Chief O'Neill's Mixed Flock from The New Blackthorn Stick

15:24 "Kishmul's Galley" by Hearthfire Duo from Kishmul's Galley

19:28 CELTIC MUSIC NEWS

22:42 "The Thiggin' Song" by The Sorries from Auld Lang Syne

24:19 "Bundle and Go / My Mind Will Never Be Easy (feat. Brian Miller)" by Nathan Gourley and Laura Feddersen from Life Is All Checkered

27:10 "May" by Old Man Flanagan's Ghost from Sociable

32:08 "Scholar" by Poitin from Bofiguifluki

37:00 "Cold City" by Gwilym Morus from Live Performance

40:46 CELTIC FEEDBACK

43:22 "Bonnie Ship the Diamond" by Keltikon from Agenbite of Inwit

47:41 "Were You at the Rock?" by Aiden's Clan from Give It A Go

50:03 "Paddy On the Railway" by Hair of the Dog from At the Parting Glass

53:13 "Mairi's Wedding" by Bang On the Ear from Tales From the Glen

56:42 "Banks of the Fordie" by Round the House from At This Stage

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It was overcast and threatening to rain when I put together this week's Irish & Celtic Music Podcast featuring some amazing indie Celtic music from Sarah Marie Mullen, Brian O h'Uiginn, Hanz Araki, New Shilling, Slan, Ed Yother, Bret Blackshear, Jil Chambless & Scooter Muse, Dublin Harpers, Judith Weikle, Boston Blackthorne, Amadan, The Canny Brothers Band, Staggering Jack, Lothlorien.
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Today's show is brought to you by Celtic Invasion Vacations

Every year, I take a small group of Celtic music fans to exotic locations around the world. We don’t travel in big tour buses and see everything. Instead, we stay in one area. We get to Know the region through its culture, history, and legends. Plus, I bring you some great Celtic music by me and other Celtic artists. You can help me decide where we are going in 2017. Subscribe to the mailing list to join the invasion at celticinvasion.com

Notes:

* Each week, 148 people pledge $1 or more per episode to help pay for the production of the podcast. Whenever we hit a Milestone, you get an extra-long episode of Celtic music. You can Become a Patrons of the Podcast and help us hit the next Milestone which will feature 2-hours of Celtic Women.

* So far the two Facetime Live shows are going great. Though I changed the date of the Celtic Music News show. It is now on Fridays. The New Celtic CDs show is on Monday. These are short 3-5 minute videos where I share what's new. If you want to watch subscribe on our Facebook page .

* I thought of another great way to help promote indie Celtic bands. I want to start sharing links to the albums of bands in the latest episode. Unfortunately, I really someone's help to make this work. It should only take about 30 minutes a week of your time. If you would like to help me promote indie Celtic music, drop me an email.

* You can get your very own 2016 Irish & Celtic Music Podcast t-shirts through our Celtic Music Store. Follow the link in the shownotes , or better yet, follow the link in the Celtic Music Magazine, when you subsribe and you'll save 10%. And if you already have a shirt. Take a picture and send it in.

* I WANT YOUR FEEDBACK: Call 678-CELT-POD to leave a voicemail message. That's 678-235-8763. What are you doing today while listening to the podcast? You can send a written comment along with a picture of what you're doing while listening, or from one of your trips to one of the Celtic nations.

This Week in Celtic Music

0:28 "Planxty Irwin" by Sarah Marie Mullen from We Brought the Summer With Us

6:24 "The Copper Plate" by Brian O h'Uiginn from Tionchar

9:13 "Bonnie Jean Cameron" by Hanz Araki from Wind and Rain

13:32 "Ja Ja Jigs" by New Shilling from Live!

16:46 "Will Ye Go to Flanders" by Slan from South West

20:52 CELTIC MUSIC NEWS

21:39 "Paddy West" by Ed Yother from Ed Yother

26:06 "Si Beag Si More" by Bret Blackshear from Fingers, Frets and Fire

29:06 "The Bold Deserter" by Jil Chambless & Scooter Muse from The Laverock Sang

32:49 "Kindness of Strangers" by Dublin Harpers from Shenanigans

36:39 "Blackbird of Sweet Avondale" by Judith Weikle from Pirates, Poets and Patriots

40:17 CELTIC FEEDBACK

42:32 "Coal Tattoo" by Boston Blackthorne from County Kerry to Kerry Park

46:28 "Nevr 9 to 5" by Amadan from Hell-Bent Victory

50:19 "Come to the Bower" by The Canny Brothers Band from One Drop of Whiskey

52:47 "Fortune" by Staggering Jack from The Sailor's Daughter

"A Stor Mo Chroi" by Lothlorien from Greenwood Side

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There's a lot of great Celtic music in Canada. Today, I want to introduce you to some of the hottest indie Celtic bands to cross the Canadian border to be heard around the globe with awesome Celtic music from The Fretless, NUA, Coole Park, Bonhomme Setter, Duncan Cameron, Kailyarders, Dust Rhinos, Sora, Chrissy Crowley, Madd Paddy, Jesse Ferguson, Rant Maggie Rant, The Irish Rovers, The Rolling Kings, Gillian Boucher, Bodh'aktan, The Malarkeys, Heather Dale, The Sheridan Band, Oona McOuat, Cod Gone Wild, Brad Reid, The Mudmen, Bang on the Ear, Keelhaul, Searson, Ennis, Hawp.
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Every successful podcast requires a lot of time, and money. I spend many hours searching for new bands, picking music, recording, and even advertising shows. Thankfully, 150 kind and generous Celtic music fans pledge $1 or more per episode to cover the costs of producing this podcast.

Whenever we hit a Milestone, you get an extra-long episode. We hit a Milestone in February which is why you're getting 2-hours of Celtic Canadain music today. You can Become a Patrons of the Podcast and help us hit the next Milestone which will feature 2-hours of Celtic Women.

Notes:

* Each week, 150 people pledge $1 or more per episode to help pay for the production of the podcast. Whenever we hit a Milestone, you get an extra-long episode of Celtic music. You can Become a Patrons of the Podcast and help us hit the next Milestone which will feature 2-hours of Celtic Women.

Special thanks to our newest Patrons: Dave and Patrick

Huge shoutout to our Celtic Superstars: Peter Tilghman, Bryan Brake, Chris, Ockham's Razor, John Sharkey White, II, Theresa Sullivan, Brendan Nix, John Bilderback, Rian P Kegerreis, samual hill, Johnny Berry, Shawn Cali

* With the demise of Live365 at the end of January, Celtic Roots Radio moved to a new home online. You can still listen 24/7 at http://celticrootsradio.fastcast4u.com. Find details at http://www.celticrootsradio.com/

* This week, I launched the New Celtic CDs show on Facebook. This is a short, 3-5-minute or so Facebook Live event where I share what new Celtic CDs were released in the past week. My goal is to do the show on Mondays. But I'm not yet sure of the time. You can subscribe to my Facebook Live feeds on Facebook. If you miss the live stream, fear not, the video will be saved to the Facebook page. Go to facebook.com/celticpodcast to subscribe. And of course, I will still be doing a second show to highlight bands in the latest episode on Thursdays.

* You can get your very own 2016 Irish & Celtic Music Podcast t-shirts through our Celtic Music Store. Follow the link in the shownotes , or better yet, follow the link in the Celtic Music Magazine, when you subsribe and you'll save 10%. And if you already have a shirt. Take a picture and send it in.

* I WANT YOUR FEEDBACK: Call 678-CELT-POD to leave a voicemail message. That's 678-235-8763. What are you doing today while listening to the podcast? You can email a written comment to music@celticmusicpodcast.com along with a picture of what you're doing while listening to this podcast, or from one of your trips to one of the Celtic nations.

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Becky Collier emailed: "I've had the app a few weeks & just now starting to listen & enjoy. It's great! Thanks for what you do.
I'm not really sure how this works...you ask for at least $1 per episode...so how is it to be paid? I probably missed something...lol."

Stephen Warta sent a picture and an email: "I have listened to your podcast on and off for the last 5 or so years. I always loved Celtic music and your podcast makes it really easy to hear a great variety of music that is hard to find otherwise. I have been traveling in South America for the past three months, and your podcasts provide awesome tunes for the long, lonely roads. Attached is me over looking Ushuaia and the Strait of Megellan in the southern end of Argentina. I was listening to "2 Hours of Celtic Fiddle Music" while climbing that mountain. Thanks for all you do."

This Week in Celtic Music

0:43 "Dirty Harry" by The Fretless from The Fretless
Vancouver, British Colombia

5:33 "Happy Cammy Drammy Birthday" by NUA from BOLD
Toronto

9:27 "Lower the Sails" by Coole Park from Water Journeys
Toronto

13:27 "Man of the House" by Bonhomme Setter from Obia
Quebec

18:19 "The Mickey Dam" by Duncan Cameron from The Whistling Thief
Sudbury, Ontario

22:13 CELTIC MUSIC NEWS

23:12 "Maritime Girl" by Kailyarders from King of the Jolly
White Rock, B.C

26:22 "Rocky Road to Dublin" by Dust Rhinos from I Should Behave
Winnipeg, Manitoba

31:29 "Piper" by Sora from Scorpion Moon
Calgary

35:24 "Stepdance Set" by Chrissy Crowley from Last Night's Fun
Cape Breton

38:24 "The Roving Journeyman" by Madd Paddy from Arrived
Toronto

44:16 "Byker Hill" by Jesse Ferguson from The Butcher Boy
Cornwall, Ontario

48:15 "Mayor Harrisons Set" by Rant Maggie Rant from Rant Maggie Rant
Stratford, Ontario

58:13 "All For Me Grog" by The Irish Rovers from Drunken Sailor
Nanoose Bay

1:02:25 "P Stands for Paddy" by The Rolling Kings from Raise a Class
St. John's, Newfoundland

1:05:48 "Lorraine's Dream" by Gillian Boucher from Elemental
Broad Cove (Inverness Co.), Nova Scotia

1:10:16 "Du Rhum, Des Femmes" by Bodh'aktan from Au diable les remords
Montreal

1:12:41 "The Old Wild Boar" by The Malarkeys from Bloody Brillaint
Kelowna, BC

1:16:00 "Health to the Company" by Heather Dale from My Celtic Heart
Toronto

1:21:47 "Run Around With Me" by The Sheridan Band from No Bar's Too Far
St Thomas, Ontario

1:25:40 "This Is A Prayer" by Oona McOuat from Honey & Holy Water
Salt Spring Island, British Columbia

1:31:06 "Black and Tans" by Cod Gone Wild from Cod Gone Wild
Vernon, BC

1:34:38 "The Lame Duck" by Brad Reid from The Conunundrum
Halifax

1:37:54 "Dirty Old Town" by The Mudmen from The High Road
Alvinston, Ontario

1:42:38 CELTIC FEEDBACK

1:46:44 "Donkey Riding" by Bang on the Ear from Pubs, Pints & Pipes
Glengarry County, Ontario

1:49:13 "Skipping to Dublin" by Keelhaul from A Maritime Tradition
Vancouver

1:51:36 "Friday Night" by Searson from Live
Ottawa Valley, Ontario

1:54:55 "Sing You Home" by Ennis from Lessons Learned
St John's Newfoundland

2:00:47 "The Shieldhill Lady" by Hawp from Storm and Calm
Canning, Nova Scotia

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We've had a wide mix of Celtic music over Irish American Heritage Month. So much so that I think we should play totally Trad Irish Celtic music. Don't you? So that's the plan! Awesome, serious, indie Celtic music from Rattle the Boards, SloanWolfe, Sligo Rags, Trinity River Whalers, Ceann, Brobdingnagian Bards, Whirly Jig, Emerald Rose, Stout Pounders, Battlelegs, Beatnik Turtle, Doug Folkins, Paddy's Pig, McFlooseys.
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Today's show is brought to you by Celtic Invasion Vacations

Every year, I take a small group of Celtic music fans to exotic locations around the world. We don’t travel in big tour buses and see everything. Instead, we stay in one area. We get to Know the region through its culture, history, and legends. Plus, I bring you some great Celtic music by me and other Celtic artists. You can help us decide where to go in 2017. Subscribe to the mailing list to join the invasion at celticinvasion.com

Notes:

* Each week, 151 people pledge $1 or more per episode to help pay for the production of the podcast. Whenever we hit a Milestone, you get an extra-long episode of Celtic music. Next week, I'm planning our next feature which is two hours of Celtic music from Canada on April 7th. You can Become a Patron of the Podcast . Special thanks to our newest Patrons: James and John.

* What is Dilisk? You can find the answer to that on The Celtfather. I interviewed Patrick Maloney on top of the cliffs of Slieve League in Donegal, Ireland last summer. I finally shared the interview in this week's podcast.

* Poll: Vote for your favorite episodes? I still need your votes of ALL TIME of the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast. Your votes will help me decide which episodes to share with newbies of the podcast.

* While you're there, don't forget to vote in the Celtic Top 20 . What is your favorite song or tune in this episode of the podcast? Your votes will help me create a best of 2016 episode next year.

* You can get your very own 2016 Irish & Celtic Music Podcast t-shirts through our Celtic Music Store. Follow the link in the shownotes , or better yet, follow the link in the Celtic Music Magazine, when you subsribe and you'll save 10%. And if you already have a shirt. Take a picture and send it in.

* If you want more Celtic Music News, head on over to our Facebook page. Each Thursday, I share Celtic Music News from bands in the latest show via Facebook Live. The show goes on around 9am CST. If you miss the live stream, fear not, the video will be saved to the Facebook page. Go to facebook.com/celticpodcast to subscribe.

* I WANT YOUR FEEDBACK: Call 678-CELT-POD to leave a voicemail message. That's 678-235-8763. What are you doing today while listening to the podcast? You can email a written comment to music@celticmusicpodcast.com along with a picture of what you're doing while listening to this podcast, or from one of your trips to one of the Celtic nations.

This Week in Celtic Music

0:31 "Jigs: Jimmy's Jig/Jig Gan Ainm" by Rattle the Boards from The Parish Platform

4:15 "Looking Ahead" by SloanWolfe from SloanWolfe

6:26 "We're Irish Tonight (Hung Over in the Morning)" by Sligo Rags from Roll Me Down the Mountain

10:00 "Doctor's Orders" by Trinity River Whalers from Both Barrels

13:10 "Pittsburgh Makes Me Drunk" by Ceann from Rave, Rant, Lose Pants

15:56 "The Orange and the Green" by Brobdingnagian Bards from The Holy Grail of Irish Drinking Songs

18:38 CELTIC MUSIC NEWS

20:16 "The Night Pat Murphy Died" by Whirly Jig from Thing-A-Ma-Jig

25:16 "The Chicken Raid of Cymru" by Emerald Rose from Rants and Rambles

32:47 CELTIC FEEDBACK

35:40 "The Mermaid" by Stout Pounders from 3 Drink Minimum

38:42 "Whiskey Johnny" by Battlelegs from The Very Best of Battlelegs, Vol. 1

40:25 "Finnegan's Wake" by Beatnik Turtle from Sham Rock

44:03 "Park the Car" by Doug Folkins from Another Last Call

46:50 "Henry Me Son" by Paddy's Pig from Maple & Wire

52:03 "Slides" by McFlooseys from One Night in Dublin

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What do you when St. Patrick's Day is over and the green begins to disappear? Keep the music going with the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast of course. We're still here each and every Thursday with the best indie Celtic music from Burning Bridget Cleary, Flashpoint, John Byrne Band, Jonathan Milton, Alizbar & Ann' Sannat, The Persephone Pickers, Karan Casey, Mithril Duo, West of Eden, Cliudan, The Mighty Regis, LQR, Tuatha Dea, The Whiskeydicks, The Tea Merchants.
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Today's show is brought to you by Celtic Invasion Vacations

Every year, I take a small group of Celtic music fans to exotic locations around the world. We don’t travel in big tour buses and see everything. Instead, we stay in one area. We get to Know the region through its culture, history, and legends. Plus, I bring you some great Celtic music by me and other Celtic artists. You can help us decide where to go in 2017. Subscribe to the mailing list to join the invasion at celticinvasion.com

Notes:

* Each week, 149 people pledge $1 or more per episode to help pay for the production of the podcast. Whenever we hit a Milestone, you get an extra-long episode of Celtic music. There's a new Milestone posted. In the meantime, our next feature is two hours of Celtic music from Canada on April 7th. You can Become a Patron of the Podcast . Special thanks to our newest Patrons: Scarlett Letter and Peter.

* I'm sure you're all waiting to hear about the St. Patrick's Day promotion we did. The event was a huge success insofar as we receive a TON of great feedback, ratings and reviews on iTunes. In fact, we now have 537, mostly 5 star reviews of the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast. Sadly, we did not hit #1 on the iTunes Podcast Music charts. But I have some good theories as to why that was, and as always, I learned a lot. I hope to do better on a later date. In fact, I'm brainstorming other Celtic music promotions in the months to come. So stay tuned.

* Poll: Vote for your favorite episodes?

* If you want more Celtic Music News, then head on over to our Facebook page. Each Thursday, the day this show is released, I plan to share Celtic Music News from bands using Facebook Live. I will go on around 9am CST and talk about the bands and some of the latest news that is not shared in this show. If you miss the live stream, fear not, the video will be saved to the Facebook page. Go to facebook.com/celticpodcast to subscribe.

* Why yes, we do have t-shirts. The 2016 Irish & Celtic Music Podcast t-shirts are now available in our Celtic Music Store. Follow the link in the shownotes , or better yet, follow the link in the Celtic Music Magazine to save 10%. And if you already have a shirt. Take a picture and send it in.

* I WANT YOUR FEEDBACK: Call 678-CELT-POD to leave a voicemail message. That's 678-235-8763. What are you doing today while listening to the podcast? You can email a written comment to music@celticmusicpodcast.com along with a picture of what you're doing while listening to this podcast or from one of your trips to one of the Celtic nations.

This Week in Celtic Music

0:34 "Scones of Boxty" by Burning Bridget Cleary from These Are The Days

6:12 "Kerfeunteun Jig/Tatter Jack Walsh/Old Favorite" by Flashpoint from Jammed

10:51 "Betsy Ross Bridge" by John Byrne Band from The Immigrant and the Orphan

14:52 "@Jackie_Dot" by Jonathan Milton from Just One More...

18:14 "Sleepy Maggie" by Alizbar & Ann' Sannat from Welcome to the Morning

21:23 CELTIC MUSIC NEWS

23:26 "Settlers Shindig" by The Persephone Pickers from Sounds of the Verse

26:27 "Buile Mo Chroi" by Karan Casey from The Winds Begin to Sing

30:38 "Maids of Mitchelstown" by Mithril Duo from Bottom of the Punch Bowl

34:00 "On She Goes" by West of Eden from Safe Crossing

37:56 "Jonny Don't Go" by Cliudan from Anymore

42:02 CELTIC FEEDBACK

44:02 "Murphy's Broken Heart" by The Mighty Regis from County Sligo

47:55 "Misery Loves Company" by LQR from 10 Pinter

50:13 "Hum and Shiver" by Tuatha Dea from Tufa Tales: Appalachian Fae

54:30 "The Only Traitor" by The Whiskeydicks from Time Distortion

59:26 "Alice's Reel" by The Tea Merchants from One Lump Or Two?

The Irish & Celtic Music Podcast was produced by Marc Gunn, The Celtfather. To subscribe, go to iTunes or to our website where you can become a Patron of the Podcast for as little as $1 per episode. You can post feedback in the shownotes at celticmusicpodcast.com .

Happy St. Patrick's Day. I am excited to share our 5th St. Patrick's Day music special for the holiday. This one highlights all of the Top 20 Celtic Bands of 2015 as featured earlier in the year, but with completely different songs. You will enjoy amazing indie Celtic music from Carolina Ceili, Runa, Clandestine, The Flying Toads, Marc Gunn, Emerald Rose, Full Gael, The Gothard Sisters, Heather Alexander , Appalachian Celtic Consort, Jesse Ferguson, Breabach, The Blarney Rebel Band, Kailyarders, The Rogues, Whiskey Sunday, Wild Colonial Bhoys, Bourbon & Shamrocks, The Elders, Patsy O'Brien.
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Today's show is brought to you by Celtic Invasion Vacations

Every year, I take a small group of Celtic music fans to exotic locations around the world. We don’t travel in big tour buses and see everything. Instead, we stay in one area. We get to Know the region through its culture, history, and legends. Plus, I bring you some great Celtic music by me and other Celtic artists. You can help us decide where to go in 2017. Subscribe to the mailing list to join the invasion at celticinvasion.com

Notes:

* Each week, 149 people pledge $1 or more per episode to help pay for the production of the podcast. Whenever we hit a Milestone. You get an extra long episode of Celtic music. We just hit our next Milestone which means you're gonna get a 2-hour Celtic music special highlighting the indie Celtic music of Canada in early April. You can Become a Patron of the Podcast . Special thanks to our newest Patrons: Andre, Alice, Peter, Dennis, and Bryan.

* St Patrick's Day Internet Music Festival has 24 videos on the playlist. You can enjoy Celtic music from LQR and Beltain. Jesse Ferguson should be added soon.

* I hope you enjoyed the very special feature on Poitin 's album Wish. If not, go listen to show #250 where you can hear the album from start to finish.

* Would you "17 Free Celtic MP3s for St. Patrick's Day ". Every year, I publish an article with that title on my website and Celtic bands from around the globe donate tracks to share with you. You can find this year's article at celticmusicpodcast.com/FreeMP3s2016 or follow the link in the shownotes.

* I posted a new episode of the Pub Songs Podcast. It features St. Patrick's Day Pub Songs by me and other Celtic artists.

* Celtic Radio has a new app for iTunes and Android. You can listen to their many streaming Celtic radio programs. They also are running the Celtic Radio Music Awards. Several of the artists you've heard on this podcast are up for awards. Go vote them!

* I started to use Facebook Live last week to promote new episodes of this podcast. You can subscribe on Facebook and you will be notified when I go live. It usually will happen on the morning of the podcast around 9am though times may vary. If you miss the event, then can watch the saved video on our Facebook page. Go to facebook.com/celticpodcast to subscribe.

* Why yes, we do have t-shirts. The 2016 Irish & Celtic Music Podcast t-shirts are now available in our Celtic Music Store. Follow the link in the shownotes , or better yet, follow the link in the Celtic Music Magazine to save 10%. And if you already have a shirt. Take a picture and send it in.

* I have a free album that you can download. It's called "Celtic Geek" and it features 21 tracks from my first 20 solo albums. To get a copy, just subscribe to my mailing list .

* My final St. Patrick's Day show is in Marietta, Georgia at Johnnie MacCracken's Celtic Pub this Friday, March 18th starting around 9pm, though I may kick it off earlier. Details on my St. Patrick's Day music website .

* I WANT YOUR FEEDBACK: Call 678-CELT-POD to leave a voicemail message. That's 678-235-8763. What are you doing today while listening to the podcast? You can email a written comment to music@celticmusicpodcast.com along with a picture of what you're doing while listening to this podcast or from one of your trips to one of the Celtic nations.

This Week in Celtic Music

0:29 "Banish Misfortune/Moon Coin Jig" by Carolina Ceili from 50 Shades of Green

6:38 "The Wife of Usher's Well" by Runa from Current Affairs

11:15 "Wobbly Wheel Set" by Clandestine from Red

15:45 "Lord Mayo" by The Flying Toads from In Stitches

21:05 "Peggy Gordon" by Marc Gunn from The Bridge

25:21 "Mountain Fey" by Emerald Rose from Sunwise

28:07 CELTIC MUSIC NEWS

29:28 "Nellie J. Banks" by Full Gael from Traditional Music with Celtic Roots

32:52 "Cat in a Bush" by The Gothard Sisters from Mountain Rose

36:11 "Brannigan's Special Ale" by Heather Alexander from Midsummer

38:36 "The Banshee/Pride of Rathmore" by Appalachian Celtic Consort from Drop o' the Pure

41:43 MORE CELTIC MUSIC NEWS

42:56 "Mary and the Soldier" by Jesse Ferguson from The Butcher Boy

46:44 "Kilbowie Cottage" by Breabach from The Big Spree

50:53 "The Apparatus" by The Blarney Rebel Band from Pile High the Pennywall

53:28 "Where the Wildflowers Grow" by Kailyarders from The Black Well

57:01 CELTIC FEEDBACK

58:37 "Reels Again" by The Rogues from Made in Texas

1:01:05 "Cabin Song" by Whiskey Sunday from Holy Water

1:05:14 "Padraig An Sicin" by Wild Colonial Bhoys from On Our Own

1:08:33 "Johnston's Motorcar" by Bourbon & Shamrocks from Shock & ARRRR!

1:12:15 "Saint Patrick's Battalion" by The Elders from Story Road

1:17:51 "The Travelers" by Patsy O'Brien from Irish Guitar

The Irish & Celtic Music Podcast was produced by Marc Gunn, The Celtfather. To subscribe, go to iTunes or to our website where you can become a Patron of the Podcast for as little as $1 per episode. You can post feedback in the shownotes at celticmusicpodcast.com .

Here's another St. Patrick's Day music treat for you. The Czech Republic's most-prominent Celtic music group is Poitin. They've won numerous Celtic music awards and have been a favorite on the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast since nearly the beginning. We are honored to share their latest CD "Wish" in its entirety.
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Today's show is brought to you by Poitin

Poitin are an award-winning Celtic band from the Czech Republic. They play all kinds of Celtic music from traditional jigs, songs and reels to completely new material. They've toured in Germany, France, Poland, Italy and the Czech Republic. They are currently working on a new studio album with a working title of "Simple Pleasures". This is their 7th album and will mark their 20th year performing together. Find them at www.poitin.cz/english/ .

Notes:

* Each week, 144 people pledge $1 or more per episode to help pay for the production of the podcast. Whenever we hit a Milestone. You get an extra long episode of Celtic music. We just hit our next Milestone which means you're gonna get a 2-hour Celtic music special highlighting the indie Celtic music of Canada right after St. Patrick's Day. You can Become a Patrons of the Podcast .

* St Patrick's Day Internet Music Festival has 22 videos on the playlist. You can enjoy Celtic music from Bedlam Bards, Faire to Middlin, Abby Green, Marc Gunn, The Selkie Girls, Jim Sharkey, Drones n Drums, Beltaine, Avourneen, Eddie Biggins, and Poitin.

* Why yes, we do have t-shirts. The 2016 Irish & Celtic Music Podcast t-shirts are now available in our Celtic Music Store. Follow the link in the shownotes , or better yet, follow the link in the Celtic Music Magazine to save 10%. And if you already have a shirt. Take a picture and send it in.

* Every now and then, a band gives me permission to play a full album of their music, from start to finish. This is exactly what some DJs did back in the 70s as they launched careers. I'm always honored to feature a band when they give me permission. But I'm doubly honored to share the music of Poitin.

Poitin has been regularly featured on this podcast since 2009. It was their traditional Irish set of Congress Reels that first grabbed my attention. But since then, they've released album after album of great music. Last year, they sent me their album "Wish" and it's been one of the albums I've given to my Sainted Song Hengers and one I still enjoy in my car when I'm not listening to podcasts.

Now I want YOU to listen and enjoy the entire album. As usual with bands on this podcast, there's a small request that goes along with it. If you enjoy the album, please consider buying the CD or an MP3 of your favorite track. Or head on over to iTunes, CD Baby, or Amazon and post a review of how much you enjoyed the album. Or join their mailing list so that you can be notified when their Poitin's new album comes out this fall.

Independent Celtic musicians like Poitin rely on your generosity. Because without you, we can't make a living with our music. So please show your support in some form or fashion.

* I WANT YOUR FEEDBACK: Call 678-CELT-POD to leave a voicemail message. That's 678-235-8763. What are you doing today while listening to the podcast? You can email a written comment to music@celticmusicpodcast.com along with a picture of what you're doing while listening to this podcast or from one of your trips to one of the Celtic nations.

This Week in St. Patrick's Day Celtic Music

Toffee Jigs: Paddy Fahy's / Leitrim Fancy / Sean Bui
The Broomfield Wager
Rookery: Magpie in the Nest / Chicken Fight / Rookery
The Handsome Cabin Boy
Newcomer's Reels: My Maryanne / Tommy Peoples' / McGlinchey's / Kitty Gone a Milking
Farewell Waltzes: Farewell to Uist / Drumgola Waltz
Autumn Song
F Reels: Poor but Happy At 53 / The Road to Errogie / Sporting Paddy
How I Wish
Poitin Still: Scully Casey's / Poitin Still / Shetlag / Muireann's Jig
Arthur McBride
Blue Bear Polkas: Richard's / Willy Wink's / Blue Bear / Bill Sullivan's
Cold, Haily, Windy Night
Set of the Gates: Wedding Reel / Swinging On the Gate / Palmer's Gate
The Liberty

I hope you enjoyed this album. Again, if you did, then please post a review, buy a CD, MP3, or join their mailing list. While you're at it, you can also post a comment or review for the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast. If we can get another 40 reviews and ratings on iTunes before St. Patrick's Day, we just might hit #1 of all the iTunes Music Podcasts. So go rate the show. Oh and finally, don't forget to subscribe to the Celtic Music Magazine. Thanks so much for listening.

The Irish & Celtic Music Podcast was produced by Marc Gunn, The Celtfather. To subscribe, go to iTunes or to our website where you can become a Patron of the Podcast for as little as $1 per episode. You can post feedback in the shownotes at celticmusicpodcast.com. .

The St. Patrick's Day music playlists continue with 17 St Patrick's Day songs and tunes from some of the best indie Celtic bands including: Chief O'Neill's Mixed Flock, The Gothard Sisters, The Selkie Girls, Los Paddys de Las Pampas, Abby Green, The Ne'er Duwels, John Byrne Band, Mason Brown, Bard & Company, Burning Bridget Cleary, The Fire Inside, The Fretless, Stout Pounders, The Killdares, Redhill Rats, Ockham's Razor, Noel Nash and Danny O'Flaherty.
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Today's show is brought to you by Patrons of the Podcast

There is a lot that goes into the production of a successful podcast, everything finding bands and picking music, to recording, sharing and promoting episodes. It requires a lot of time, and money. Each week, Celtic music fans pledge $1 or more per episode to help pay for the production of the podcast. Whenever we hit a Milestone, you get an extra-long episode of this show. We hit our next Milestone which means you're gonna get a 2-hour Celtic music special highlighting the indie Celtic music of Canada. Special thanks to our newest Patrons: Dennis. You can Become a Patrons of the Podcast because you love Celtic music.

Notes:

* Each week, 144 people pledge $1 or more per episode to help pay for the production of the podcast. Whenever we hit a Milestone. You get an extra long episode of Celtic music. We just hit our next Milestone which means you're gonna get a 2-hour Celtic music special highlighting the indie Celtic music of Canada right after St. Patrick's Day. You can Become a Patrons of the Podcast .

* St Patrick's Day Internet Music Festival has 22 videos on the playlist. You can enjoy Celtic music from Bedlam Bards, Faire to Middlin, Abby Green, Marc Gunn, The Selkie Girls, Jim Sharkey, Drones n Drums, Beltaine, Avourneen, Eddie Biggins, and Poitin.

* Speaking of Poitin , next Monday, I plan to release a special edition of this podcast sharing Poitin's album "Wish". You can hear the album from start to finish.

* On March 14th, I will release my annual article "17 Free Celtic MP3s for St. Patrick's Day ". I want you to own this album. And it is 100% FREE to download. Go check out the album for details. If you want more, then subscribe to our Celtic Music Magazine .

* Why yes, we do have t-shirts. The 2016 Irish & Celtic Music Podcast t-shirts are now available in our Celtic Music Store. Follow the link in the shownotes , or better yet, follow the link in the Celtic Music Magazine to save 10%. And if you already have a shirt. Take a picture and send it in.

* I have two St. Patrick's Day. The first is Thursday, March 10th at 8pm Central Standard Time on Concert Window . It's a pay-what-you-want show. You can also see me in person in 5 Points in Birmingham, Alabama. Details on my St. Patrick's Day music website .

* I WANT YOUR FEEDBACK: Call 678-CELT-POD to leave a voicemail message. That's 678-235-8763. What are you doing today while listening to the podcast? You can email a written comment to music@celticmusicpodcast.com along with a picture of what you're doing while listening to this podcast or from one of your trips to one of the Celtic nations.

Shannon Spencer wrote in the shownotes: "Awesome show! I listened to it at least a half dozen times already... and have written down almost every artist as potentials to purchase! Just gotta winnow it down for now unfortunately... this is the music I listen to for my gym workouts... thanks! Hope to soon be a Patron of Podcast."

This Week in Celtic Music

0:40 "The Echo of Carrowkeel/The Cock & The Hen/Hardiman the Fiddler" by Chief O'Neill's Mixed Flock from The New Blackthorn Stick

6:48 "Hummingbird" by The Gothard Sisters from Hummingbird Single

10:12 "Lon-Duhb" by The Selkie Girls from Parting Glass

12:43 "Jigs For Sure" by Los Paddys de Las Pampas from Come Home

15:53 "Juice of the Barley" by Abby Green from Why Should I?

19:38 "Crossing The Atlantic" by The Ne'er Duwels from The Ne'er Duwels

25:46 CELTIC MUSIC NEWS

26:44 "Sing on Johnny" by John Byrne Band from The Immigrant and the Orphan

31:14 "Bully for All/St. Patrick's Day" by Mason Brown from When Humans Walked the Earth

33:40 "Motherland" by Bard & Company from Bard and Whistler

36:59 "Portherhead And Bbc Set" by Burning Bridget Cleary from These Are the Days

40:29 "Paddy's Green Shamrock Shore" by The Fire Inside from Spark

44:45 CELTIC FEEDBACK

46:05 "Big Trip" by The Fretless from The Fretless

49:57 "Don't Go Blamin' Whiskey" by Stout Pounders from Thirst

53:43 "Sometimes the Night Is Wrong" by The Killdares from Steal the Sky

57:06 "Goblin's Inn" by Redhill Rats from Cape Wolf

1:00:55 "Moorlough Shore" by Ockham's Razor from Job's Comforter

1:07:32 "The Hills of Connemara" by Noel Nash and Danny O'Flaherty from St Patrick's Day Anthem

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Every now and then a Celtic artist will allow me to release an entire album in podcast form, much like DJs did back in the 70s. I've found it a great way to promote my music and a great way to sell more music as well. That is the ultimate goal of this podcast, after all, to help Celtic bands sell more music. This week, I'm featuring my St. Patrick's Day album called "Not Every Day Is St. Patrick's Day". If you enjoy it, please buy a copy on iTunes or Amazon or just share it with a friend.
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Today's show is brought to you by Marc Gunn's CD "Not Every Day Is St. Patrick's Day

Ever wake up on St. Patrick’s Day in a panic because you have no Irish music? Well, here’s a ready-made solution! “Not Every Day is Not St. Patrick’s Day” adds to Marc Gunn’s considerable collection of Celtic music made accessible in any number of ways. First of all, it’s a great listen. Even if you never explore the music beyond that, you’ll be satisfied. But Marc has made the lyrics to and chords for all these great songs available on his Irish Song Lyrics website. You can buy Not Every Day Is St Patrick's Day on CD Baby , iTunes or Amazon .

Notes:

* Each week, 141 people pledge $1 or more per episode to help pay for the production of the podcast. Whenever we hit a Milestone. You get an extra long episode of Celtic music. We just hit our next Milestone which means you're gonna get a 2-hour Celtic music special highlighting the indie Celtic music of Canada right after St. Patrick's Day. You can Become a Patrons of the Podcast . Special thanks to our newest Patrons: Jeremy WhiskeySongs

* You can find out more about Marc Gunn at www. marcgunn.com and buy all of my music in the Celtic Music CD Store .

* St Patrick's Day Internet Music Festival

* I WANT YOUR FEEDBACK: Call 678-CELT-POD to leave a voicemail message. That's 678-235-8763. What are you doing today while listening to the podcast? You can email a written comment to music@celticmusicpodcast.com along with a picture of what you're doing while listening to this podcast or from one of your trips to one of the Celtic nations.

This Week in St Patrick's Day Celtic Music

Whiskey in the Jar
Dicey Riley
Tae the Begging
Kilkelly Ireland
Rising of the Moon
Nancy Whiskey
Rocky Road to Dublin
Old Fenian Gun
The Alcoholic
Minstrel Boy
Danny Boy
Drunken Sailor
Wild Colonial Boy
Big Strong Man
An Irish Lullaby
Henry Martin
May Morning Dew
A Drop of Nelson’s Blood
Arthur McBride
Old Dun Cow

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President Obama declared March to be Irish American Heritage Month. Of course for me, March is the month of all the Celts as we gather to celebrate the musical and culture of the Celtic nations running all the way up to St. Patrick's Day. I have a ton of great episodes planned for the next few weeks starting today with an extra-long St Patrick's Day special featuring the indie Celtic music of Friday Frolics, Wicked Tinkers, Fiddlinda: Linda Relph, Michael Black, Anne Roos, Michael DeAngelis, Vicki Swan & Jonny Dyer, Slipjig, Merry Wives of Windsor, Sons of Malarkey, Ginger Ackley, Aisling, Barleyjuice, Hanz Araki, Jed Marum with Hugh Morrison and Mason Brown, Jameson's Revenge, Sgian Dubh, Ed Miller, Fromseier Rose, Skelpin, Searson, Ren.
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* Each week, 139 people pledge $1 or more per episode to help pay for the production of the podcast. Whenever we hit a Milestone. You get an extra long episode of Celtic music. We just hit our next Milestone which means you're gonna get a 2-hour Celtic music special highlighting the indie Celtic music of Canada right after St. Patrick's Day. You can Become a Patrons of the Podcast . Special thanks to our newest Patrons: Jeremy WhiskeySongs

* St Patrick's Day Internet Music Festival . The festival begins with lots of great indie Celtic bands performing. Come watch. It's Free!

* Giant’s Causeway Legend & Fact on a Celtic Invasion Vacation

* 18 Funny Irish Drinking Songs for St. Patrick's Day

* 12 Irish Songs for Kids for St. Patrick's Day

* Why yes, we do have t-shirts. The 2016 Irish & Celtic Music Podcast t-shirts are now available in our Celtic Music Store. Follow the link in the shownotes , or better yet, follow the link in the Celtic Music Magazine to save 10%. And if you already have a shirt. Take a picture and send it in.

* If you're in a Celtic band, please contact me ASAP to join this year's St Patrick's Day Internet Music Festival . All you need to do is submit a live performance video on YouTube and be willing to promote the event. Visit the website for details.

* I WANT YOUR FEEDBACK: Call 678-CELT-POD to leave a voicemail message. That's 678-235-8763. What are you doing today while listening to the podcast? You can email a written comment to music@celticmusicpodcast.com along with a picture of what you're doing while listening to this podcast or from one of your trips to one of the Celtic nations.

This Week in Celtic Music

0:26 "Return to Gallifrey" by Friday Frolics from Factor 3

6:50 "Farewell to Nova Scotia" by Wicked Tinkers from Hammered

9:33 "Goodbye to Ocean Boulevard" by Fiddlinda: Linda Relph from There & Then - Here & Now

12:57 "Billy O'Shea" by Michael Black from Michael Black

16:13 "The Fairy Child & The Fairy Queen" by Anne Roos from A Light in the Forest

20:52 "Lost in Cork" by Michael DeAngelis from Son of a Dunigan

26:24 CELTIC MUSIC NEWS

26:54 "Lord Ullins Daughter" by Vicki Swan & Jonny Dyer from Gleowien

31:47 "Hardiman The Fiddler / The Whinney Hills Of Lietrim / Barney Brallaghan" by Slipjig from So Far...

35:30 "Babylon Is Fallen" by Merry Wives of Windsor from Bottoms Up

37:31 "Tripping Father" by Sons of Malarkey from Presenting...

40:54 "Green the Hills" by Ginger Ackley from Elf King's Horn

43:21 "A Walk In The Park - Drakensberg Storm - All Roads Lead To Underberg" by Aisling from The Pilgrim's Road

47:56 "St Patrick's Day" by Barleyjuice from This Is Why We Can't Have Nice Things

50:48 "A Kiss in the Morning Early" by Hanz Araki from Wind and Rain

54:35 "Broom of the Cowdenknowes" by Jed Marum with Hugh Morrison and Mason Brown from Sands of Aberdeen

58:25 "The Golden Shower" by Jameson's Revenge from While Yer Up

1:01:10 "Pills of White Mercury" by Sgian Dubh from Frightening All the Dogs

1:04:51 CELTIC FEEDBACK

1:06:43 "Room for Us All in the Dance" by Ed Miller from Edinburgh Rambler

1:11:32 "Blantyre Explosion" by Fromseier Rose from Contradiction

1:14:43 "Rua/Rojo" by Skelpin from Rua Rojo

1:18:50 "Another Mile" by Searson from Live

1:23:40 "My Heart Belongs to Ireland" by Ren from Single

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We're less than a week away from Irish Music Month. I thought I'd share a bunch of new indie Celtic music from Heidi-Jane Schwabe, Athas, Abby Green, Jonathan Milton, Myddle Earth, Dearest Home, Avourneen, Nessa, Saby O', La Unica, Stephen Kern, The Tomfooligans, Niteworks, and Lady Moon that was recently submitted before we jump full force into lots of St. Patrick's Day music specials. I have some incredible shows planned. So tell a friend!
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Today's show is brought to you by Patrons of the Podcast

There is a lot that goes into the production of a successful podcast, everything finding bands and picking music, to recording, sharing and promoting episodes. It requires a lot of time, and money. Each week, Celtic music fans pledge $1 or more per episode to help pay for the production of the podcast. Whenever we hit a Milestone, you get an extra long episode of this show. We just hit our next Milestone which means you're gonna get a 2-hour Celtic music special highlighting the indie Celtic music of Canada right after St. Patrick's Day. You can Become a Patrons of the Podcast . Special thanks to our newest Patrons: Thomas and Patrick

Special thanks to Peter Tilghman, Bryan Brake, Chris, Ockham's Razor, John Sharkey White II, Theresa Sullivan, Brendan Nix, John Bilderback, Rian P Kegerreis, Samual Hill, Johnny Berry, Shawn Cali

Notes:

* Each week, 141 people pledge $1 or more per episode to help pay for the production of the podcast. Whenever we hit a Milestone. You get an extra long episode of Celtic music. We just hit our next Milestone which means you're gonna get a 2-hour Celtic music special highlighting the indie Celtic music of Canada right after St. Patrick's Day. You can Become a Patrons of the Podcast . Special thanks to our newest Patrons: Thomas and Patrick

* Why yes, we do have t-shirts. The 2016 Irish & Celtic Music Podcast t-shirts are now available in our Celtic Music Store. Follow the link in the shownotes , or better yet, follow the link in the Celtic Music Magazine to save 10%. And if you already have a shirt. Take a picture and send it in.

* If you're in a Celtic band, please contact me ASAP to join this year's St Patrick's Day Internet Music Festival . All you need to do is submit a live performance video on YouTube and be willing to promote the event. Visit the website for details.

* I WANT YOUR FEEDBACK: Call 678-CELT-POD to leave a voicemail message. That's 678-235-8763. What are you doing today while listening to the podcast? You can email a written comment to music@celticmusicpodcast.com along with a picture of what you're doing while listening to this podcast or from one of your trips to one of the Celtic nations.

Brian wrote in the shownotes: "I grew up on Harry Lauder and played the door of my bedroom with my socks pretending they were drumsticks as my brother played the pipes. Your show is a gift, It feeds my Celtic Soul and I Draw and paint as I listen. Again, Thank you!!"

Luke emailed a picture and wrote: "Hey Mark, I'm Luke From Melbourne Australia, I just recently found your podcast and love it. Great for writing articles while burning the midnight oil. But on this occasion I was waiting for a train at a station at 1am. Keep up the incredible work you do."

Ben in Seattle emailed: "Dear Marc, Your podcast has been one of the few that I've been listening to for almost 6 years now. What was initially supposed to be a way to harvest Celtic mp3s and chop them up into song sized bits has turned into one of my favorite podcasts. Whenever I get down, Celtic music is one of my surefire ways to drag myself out of it and get back in the saddle. Thank you for all the work you have done for indie Celtic music and all the help you've unknowingly give me. I've recently found myself with a few extra dollars and have been more than happy to throw them at you and the Patreon. It isn't much, but I know that every little bit helps."

This Week in Celtic Music

0:57 "Passing Train Juniper Jig" by Heidi-Jane Schwabe from Bonus Tracks

6:24 "Walsh's/Typolka" by Athas from 10 for 10: Live Tracks and Rarities

9:56 "Cruiscin Lan" by Abby Green from Why Should I?

14:30 "Neil's Jig" by Jonathan Milton from Just One More...

17:42 "Eyes of the Soul" by Myddle Earth from Days of the Weasel

22:24 CELTIC MUSIC NEWS

23:22 "The Boyne Water" by Dearest Home from Songs from Laurel Hill

27:00 "Eileen Oge" by Avourneen from Beloved

29:56 "The Blackbird and the Thrush" by Nessa from Nessa

34:04 "With Arms Entwined" by Saby O' from With Arms Entwined

37:47 CELTIC FEEDBACK

40:40 "Furthest We Go" by La Unica from La Unica

45:20 "The Savior" by Stephen Kern from Holy Triumph

47:13 "Fireman's Carry" by The Tomfooligans from Five Rounds

51:04 "Obair Oidhche" by Niteworks from NW

57:43 "Fairy's Love Song" by Lady Moon from Fairy's Love Song

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The Irish & Celtic Music Podcast is not your typical Celtic radio program. Most play the same Celtic artists promoted by the top record labels. We focus on indie Celtic bands, the ones who don't get played but are just as good. You'll find them living in your town if you go looking. Great indie Celtic music from Nine-8ths Irish, Harpnotic, David Nigel Lloyd, Aisling, New Shilling, Kailyarders, Adamh, Emerald Dawn, Perkelt, Jim Sharkey, The Elders, Don Gabbert, Barleyjuice, O'Hanleigh.
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Today's show is brought to you by Patrons of the Podcast

There is a lot that goes into the production of a successful podcast, everything finding bands and picking music, to recording, sharing and promoting episodes. It requires a lot of time, and money. Each week, Celtic music fans pledge $1 or more per episode to help pay for the production of the podcast. Whenever we hit a Milestone, you get an extra long episode of this show. We just hit our next Milestone which means you're gonna get a 2-hour Celtic music special highlighting the indie Celtic music of Canada right after St. Patrick's Day. You can Become a Patrons of the Podcast . Special thanks to our newest Patrons: Robert and Patrick

Notes:

* Why yes, we do have t-shirts. The 2016 Irish & Celtic Music Podcast t-shirts are now available in our Celtic Music Store. Follow the link in the shownotes , or better yet, follow the link in the Celtic Music Magazine to save 10%. And if you already have a shirt. Take a picture and send it in.

* If you're in a Celtic band, please contact me ASAP to join this year's St Patrick's Day Internet Music Festival . All you need to do is submit a live performance video on YouTube and be willing to promote the event. Visit the website for details.

* Braking Down Security Podcast

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This Week in Celtic Music

0:40 "Farewell to Whalley Range" by Nine-8ths Irish from West of Ireland

4:35 "Dark Forest" by Harpnotic from Harpnotic

7:48 "Roll Back Columbia" by David Nigel Lloyd from Rivers, Kings and Curses

10:46 "George Brabazon/The Boys of Ballysodare/Reeping the Rye" by Aisling from Pilgrim's Road

15:40 "Out of the Blue (... We'll Always Have Brugge)" by New Shilling from New Shilling

20:04 CELTIC MUSIC NEWS

20:43 "The Black Well" by Kailyarders from The Black Well

23:56 "Kilmovee Jig/The Sleeping Fat Cat/Eddie Kelly's" by Adamh from Adamh

28:51 "Whiskey for My Mates" by Emerald Dawn

31:57 "Ai List Lo Lop" by Perkelt from Dowry of a Troll Woman

35:47 "Sweet Anne's Road" by Jim Sharkey from Sweet Anne's Road

42:06 CELTIC FEEDBACK

45:36 "Meetings of the Waters" by The Elders from Story Road

50:06 "The Wind That Shakes the Barley" by Don Gabbert from Alone on the Porch

54:08 "Songs For Sinners" by Barleyjuice from Bonny Prince Barley

59:55 "Ain't It Bloody Well Grand to be Irish (and Living in the USA)" by O'Hanleigh from Of Irish Crossings Told

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Happy Celtic Valentine's Day! I'm happy to share with you a bunch of Celtic love songs and tunes which show the Celts know as much as about love as anyone, some even more passionately so. You'll enjoy great Celtic music from Mithril Duo, Tullamore, The Makem & Spain Brothers, Battlefield Band, Colleen Raney & Colm Maccárthaigh, Marc Gunn, Scott Hoye, Seamus Kennedy, Steel Clover, The ShamRogues , The McCabes, Celtic Cross, Carbon Leaf, Finbar Furey.
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Every year, I take a small group of Celtic music fans to exotic locations around the world. We don’t travel in big tour buses and see everything. Instead, we stay in one area. We get to Know the region through its culture, history, and legends. Plus, I bring you some great Celtic music by me and other Celtic artists. We're going to Cornwall in 2016. Subscribe to the mailing list to join the invasion at celticinvasion.com

Notes:
* Each week, 139 people pledge $1 or more per episode to help pay for the production of the podcast. Whenever we hit a Milestone. You get an extra long episode of Celtic music. Right now, we are $6 away from a 2-hour Celtic music special highlighting the indie Celtic music of Canada. You can Become a Patrons of the Podcast . Special thanks to our newest Patrons: Christoffel, Amy, Robert

* Plans for this year's St Patrick's Day Internet Music Festival are in full swing. We have our first musician, aside from me, who will submit a video for this year's festival. If you're a Celtic musician and want to join. Visit the website for details.

* I WANT YOUR FEEDBACK: Call 678-CELT-POD to leave a voicemail message. That's 678-235-8763. What are you doing today while listening to the podcast? You can email a written comment to music@celticmusicpodcast.com along with a picture of what you're doing while listening to this podcast or from one of your trips to one of the Celtic nations.

This Week in Celtic Music
0:30 "The Price of My Pig / Kitty's Wedding (feat. Andy Kruspe)" by Mithril Duo from Bottom of the Punch Bowl

4:00 "Wedding Jigs" by Tullamore from Wild and Wicked Youth

8:42 "Nancy O" by The Makem & Spain Brothers from Up the Stairs

13:02 "Slow Air & Jig: The Glasgow Lasses / The Scottish Lovers" by Battlefield Band with Leo McCann from Beg & Borrow

17:05 "Mary and the Soldier" by Colleen Raney & Colm Maccárthaigh from Cuan

20:05 CELTIC MUSIC NEWS

22:18 "Purple Flower" by Marc Gunn from Celtic Love

25:43 "Eleanor Plunkett/Fanny Poer" by Scott Hoye from Black Rose

29:48 "Grace" by Seamus Kennedy from A Smile and a Tear

34:03 "Dunmore Lassies" by Steel Clover from Take the Crown

38:02 CELTIC FEEDBACK

40:01 "Leaving of Liverpool" by The ShamRogues from Drunken Memories

43:35 "Reely Funky: Cos Cob Reel, Love Of The Endings" by The McCabes from Dark Before the Dawn

47:53 "Strange Love" by Celtic Cross from Saoirse's Heart

51:07 "Mary Mac" by Carbon Leaf from Echo Echo

55:11 "Walking With My Love (with Mary Black)" by Finbar Furey from Colours

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I was an interesting interesting mood this week while picking songs for the podcast. So I bring you an extra fun episode that leans towards a little more contemporary Celtic music from Finvarra, John Byrne Band, Jamie Smith's MABON, Cluan, MacTalla Mor, Patrick Penta, Bill Grogan's Goat, John McLean Allan, Poitin, Ockham's Razor, Greenwich Meantime, Sprag Session, Carbon Leaf, Cara Dillon.
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Today's show is brought to you by Celtic Invasion Vacations

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Notes:

* Each week, 134 people pledge $1 or more per episode to help pay for the production of the podcast. Whenever we hit a Milestone. You get an extra long episode of Celtic music. Right now, we are $16 away from a 2-hour Celtic music special highlighting the indie Celtic music of Canada. You can Become a Patrons of the Podcast . Special thanks to our newest Patrons: Jim and Peter Tilghman

* I will kick off the St. Patrick's Day Internet Music festival on March 1st with a live performance at 11am CST. If you're in a Celtic band and want to join the festival, visit the St Patrick's Day Festival website for details .

* Find other great Celtic podcast here .

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This Week in Celtic Music

0:31 "Kelpie/Cliffs of Moher" by Finvarra from Finvarra

4:43 "A Song With No Words" by John Byrne Band from After the Wake

7:52 "Whiskey Burp Reels" by Jamie Smith's MABON from Windblown

15:50 "Blackwaterside" by Cluan from The High Road

20:53 "New Wave" by MacTalla Mor from The New Colossus

23:42 CELTIC MUSIC NEWS

24:45 "The Honorable John Burke" by Patrick Penta from When I Was a Young Man

26:43 "Greenwood Sidee" by Bill Grogan's Goat from Second Wind

30:50 "Scotland" by John McLean Allan from Stand Easy

34:40 "SaxyJigsies" by Poitin from HOT Days

40:13 CELTIC FEEDBACK

43:09 "The Butcher Boy" by Ockham's Razor from Job's Comforter

48:19 "Celtic Rock Show" by Greenwich Meantime from Proof

52:14 "Dr Hayes" by Sprag Session from Sprag Session

53:39 "The Boxer" by Carbon Leaf from Echo Echo

1:00:18 "Here's A Health" by Cara Dillon from After the Morning

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Last week, we featured the best Celtic music of 2015. This week, we're gonna catch up with the newest Celtic music that has come into my inbox. You'll hear great indie Celtic music from Avourneen, Black Market Haggis, Aul' Grey Whistle, Bonnie Rideout, Pandora Celtica , Dublin Harpers, Beltaine, SaltyPaws, Smithfield Fair, Good Foot, Steel City Rovers, LQR, Mairi Morrison & Alasdair Roberts, Haggis Rampant, Burning Bridget Cleary.
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Today's show is brought to you by Celtic Invasion Vacations

Every year, I take a small group of Celtic music fans to exotic locations around the world. We don’t travel in big tour buses and see everything. Instead, we stay in one area. We get to Know the region through its culture, history, and legends. Plus, I bring you some great Celtic music by me and other Celtic artists. We're going to Cornwall in 2016. Subscribe to the mailing list to join the invasion at celticinvasion.com

Notes:

* Thanks to the Patrons of the Podcast. Your kind and generous support keeps this show running every week. Become a Patrons at celticmusicpodcast.com/patron . Special thanks to our newest Patrons: Katharine

* We have brand new Irish & Celtic Music Podcast t-shirts for 2016. Get yours at celticmusic.org/celtic-tshirts . Subscribe to the Celtic Music Magazine to save 10% off your order.

* If you want to find out more about the artists featured last week in the Celtic Top 20 , I posted a blog on my website.

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This Week in Celtic Music

"King of the Fairies" by Avourneen
from Beloved

"Babes in the Woods Set" by Black Market Haggis
from "upcoming"

"Boil the Frog" from Aul' Grey Whistle

"Tibby Fouller O' the Glen / The Lonach Highland Fling / Miss Shepherd / Dr. Gordon Stables' Reel" by Bonnie Rideout
from Scottish Fire

"South Australia" by Pandora Celtica
from Absinthe With Strangers

"O'Leary's Slide" by Dublin Harpers
from Shenanigans

"Johnny Jump Up/Road to Lisdoonvarna" by Beltaine
from Jump at Samhain's Fire

"Fiddler's Green" by SaltyPaws
from Live Bait

"March of Time" by Smithfield Fair
from Winds of Time

"Home with the Girls in the Morning" by Good Foot
from Good Foot

"Guinness For Two" by Steel City Rovers
from Grand Misadventures

"Gravy Train" by LQR
from 10 Pinter

"Never Wed an Old Man" by Mairi Morrison & Alasdair Roberts
from Urstan

"Cork Hill" by Haggis Rampant
from Burly! Haggis Rampant Plugged In

"Madam I'm a Darling" by Burning Bridget Cleary
from These Are the Days

The Irish & Celtic Music Podcast was produced by Marc Gunn, The Celtfather. To subscribe, go to iTunes or to our website where you can become a Patron of the Podcast for as little as $1 per episode. You can post feedback in the shownotes at celticmusicpodcast.com. .

It's time, once again, to celebrate the Top 20 Best Celtic songs of 2015. We had a lot of great music last year as I found out when I compiled all of your votes. That's right. YOU get to vote for the best Celtic music of the year. Today, you're gonna hear the Best Celtic music from Emerald Rose, The Flying Toads, Clandestine, Appalachian Celtic Consort, The Gothard Sisters, Count 4dB, Full Gael, Heather Alexander, Breabach, Kailyarders, Jesse Ferguson, The Rogues, The Blarney Rebel Band, Runa, Patsy O'Brien, Whiskey Sunday, The Elders, Wild Colonial Bhoys, Bourbon & Shamrocks, Carolina Ceili. celticmusicpodcast.com/241

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Today's show is brought to you by Celtic Invasion Vacations

Every year, I take a small group of Celtic music fans to exotic locations around the world. We don’t travel in big tour buses and see everything. Instead, we stay in one area. We get to Know the region through its culture, history, and legends. Plus, I bring you some great Celtic music by me and other Celtic artists. We're going to Cornwall in 2016. Subscribe to the mailing list to join the invasion at celticinvasion.com

Notes:

* Thanks to the Patrons of the Podcast. Your kind and generous support keeps this show running every week. Become a Patrons at celticmusicpodcast.com/patron . Special thanks to our newest Patrons: Rachel and JoJoTheCactus!

* I am now looking for bands for the St. Patrick's Day Internet Music Festival . If you are a Celtic musician, have videos you've made, or are willing to make, of live performances, and a willingness to promote the event, then go to the website for details to join.

* We have brand new, 2016 t-shirts that are now designed for the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast. Special thanks to James McDaniel II who once again created the design for this year's shirts. Get yours at celticmusic.org/celtic-tshirts . If you're subscribed to the Celtic Music Magazine, then tomorrow, you will receive a discount code to save 10% off your order. If you're Patron, you'll save an additional 10%.

* The 2016 polls are now open for you to vote for your favorite bands in the Celtic Top 20. Much like this show, I ask you to vote for your favorite bands in each episode so that we can create a best of episode at the end of the year. I revised those polls to make it even easier to vote. All you need is the band name and the episode number to cast a vote for your favorites. Go vote at celticmusicpodcast.com/vote .

* I WANT YOUR FEEDBACK: Email a written comment to music@celticmusicpodcast.com or call 678-CELT-POD to leave a voicemail message. That's 678-235-8763. What are you doing today while listening to the podcast? Send me pictures of what you're doing or a picture of one of your travels to one of the Celtic nations.

* TIME TO PAY THE PIPER.

This Week in Celtic Music

0:31
"Autumn In Asheville" by Emerald Rose
from That Night in the Garden

5:20
"Palm Sunday" by The Flying Toads
from

10:20
"Ballad of Accounting" by Clandestine
from Red

14:45
"Cul Aodh/Kesh Jig" by Appalachian Celtic Consort
from Drop O' the Pure

16:40
"Grace O'Malley" by The Gothard Sisters
from Mountain Rose

20:26
Celtic Music News

21:40
"The Fisherman's Song" by Count 4dB
from Rylander: There Can Be Only One

25:22
"Ships Are Sailing/Wind Shakes the Barley/Star of the Munster" by Full Gael
from Traditional Music with Celtic Roots

29:03
"Gypsy Bardic Tinker People" by Heather Alexander
from A Gypsy's Home - Songs of the Roving Life

34:20
"Monday Night at Ricardo's" by Breabach
from Urlar

39:12
"Stornoway" by Kailyarders
from King of the Jolly

42:16
Celtic Music Feedback

45:43
"The Rocky Road to Dublin" by Jesse Ferguson
from The Parting Glass

48:58
"Cullen Anderson" by The Rogues
from Live in Canada, Eh?

53:43
"Darker Than the Mine" by The Blarney Rebel Band
from Pile High The Pennywall

57:35
"Land of Sunshine Set" by Runa
from Current Affairs

1:03:11
"Good Times Coming" by Patsy O'Brien
from Irish Guitar

1:07:53
"She Took the Train" by Whiskey Sunday
from Holy Water

1:11:25
"Road to Ruins" by The Elders
from Story Road

1:17:01
"Farewell to Erin" by Wild Colonial Bhoys
from On Our Own

1:22:08
"Zooie" by Bourbon & Shamrocks
from Craic

1:25:16
"Cunla" by Carolina Ceili
from 50 Shades of Green

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This week on the podcast, we have Irish Celtic music from Caladh, Blackwater, Amelia Hogan, Earl's Chair, An Taisdeal, Laurent Leemans, Beltaine, Dublin 4, Ellis Island, Doug Folkins, Shishonnah, Lenahan, Alizabr and Ann Sannat with Faun, Burning Bridget Cleary.
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Today's show is brought to you by Celtic Invasion Vacations

Every year, I take a small group of Celtic music fans to exotic locations around the world. We don’t travel in big tour buses and see everything. Instead, we stay in one area. We get to Know the region through its culture, history, and legends. Plus, I bring you some great Celtic music by me and other Celtic artists. We're going to Cornwall in 2016. Subscribe to the mailing list to join the invasion at celticinvasion.com

Notes:

* Thanks to the Patrons of the Podcast. Your kind and generous support keeps this show running every week. Become a Patrons at http://celticmusicpodcast.com/patron/ . Special thanks to our newest Patrons: Paul, as well as a big shoutout to Bryan Blake and Chris Cooper, our newest Celtic Superstars!

* Is there a Celtic band you would like to hear on this podcast? Or do you know of a Celtic artist who just released a new album? Contact me. Because I want to contact them and try to get them on the show. You can post a comment in the shownotes or email me. Submit to the Podcast here .

* I am now looking for bands for the St. Patrick's Day Internet Music Festival . If you are a Celtic musician, have videos you've made, or are willing to make, of live performances, and a willingness to promote the event, then go to the website for details to join.

* I WANT YOUR FEEDBACK: Email a written comment to music@celticmusicpodcast.com or call 678-CELT-POD to leave a voicemail message. That's 678-235-8763. What are you doing today while listening to the podcast? Send me pictures of what you're doing or a picture of one of your travels to one of the Celtic nations.

- River of B-Movie Sunday emailed me yesterday. He wrote: "I was looking for something different to watch while my daughter was napping today when I came across a series called Celtic Monsters. It's on Amazon Video (free if you have Prime and I think $1.99 per episode without). It consists of four 22 minute episodes, centered around a different theme each, where different people tell tales of the Celtic nations. They cover things from fairies to dragons and quite a few that I've never heard of. It's pretty entertaining and informative."

This Week in Celtic Music

0:28
"Farewell to Eireann" by Caladh
from Live in Kyteler’s Inn

4:21
"Good Morning, Are You Ready Yet?" by Blackwater
from Live at 10

7:46
"The Praties They Grow Small" by Amelia Hogan
from Transplants: From The Old To The New

10:49
"Martin Wynne's Set" by Earl's Chair
from Earl's Chair

15:21
"Siun Ni Dhuibhir" by An Taisdeal
from Home Recordings

20:42
Celtic Music News

21:26
"Fine Flowers in the Valley" by Laurent Leemans
from Fine Flowers in the Valley

25:02
"Dooney's Rant" by Beltaine
from Jump at Samhain's Fire

28:06
"McAlpine's Fusilers" by Dublin 4
from There ‘Ya Are

32:18
"Rare Old Mountain Dew" by Ellis Island
from The Whole Shebang

35:23
Celtic Music Feedback

38:10
"Shores of Moray" by Doug Folkins
from Ceilidh

42:03
"Dance with the River" by Shishonnah
from Elysian Dreams

45:21
"Nothin' by Lenahan
from Brand New Bag and Secret World of Celtic Rock

50:00
"Andro" by Alizabr and Ann sannat with Faun
from Lullabies & Legends from Broceliande

55:42
"Chloe's Passion" by Burning Bridget Cleary
from These Are the Days

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We hit another major Milestone for the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast back in November. Because of the generosity of the Patrons of the Podcast, I now bring you two hours of amazing Celtic Harp Music from Sarah Marie Mullen, The Duplets, Harpnotic, Claire Roche, Scott Hoye, Leah Jorgensen, Donna Germano, Margaret Davis, Daphne Quigley-Freund & Tom Bradfish, Seasons, Allyson Adair, Oona McOuat, Ashley Davis, Ramsay & Black, Ciara Considine, Jenneth Tollin, Sora, Avalon Rising, Allison Girvan, Catriona McKay, Darren Raleigh, Dublin Harpers, Faery Dae, Mark Davies, Rachel Hair Trio, Nick Hennessey, Sara Hillis, Thomas "Doc" Grauzer, Julia Lane, Anne Roos.
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Today's show is brought to you by Patrons of the Podcast

There is a lot that goes into the production of a successful podcast. I spend over $700 per month to bring this show to you each and every week. I want to thank the 131 kind patrons of this podcast for your generosity, because you are the reason we hit an incredible Milestone in November, and I am now bringing you two-hours of Celtic Harp Music. You too can become a patron for as little as $1 per episode. Go to celticmusicpodcast.com/patron for more details.

Notes:

* Thanks to the Patrons of the Podcast. Your kind and generous support keeps this show running every week. Become a Patrons at http://celticmusicpodcast.com/patron/ . Special thanks to our newest Patrons: Patricia and Albert.

* Top 20 Most-Played Celtic Bands of 2015 . I looked to see which artists were played last year. You can see the full list by clicking the link.

* 2015 Irish & Celtic Music Podcast Statistics . Which episodes were most-popular in 2015? I compiled all of the podcast episode statistics just for you!

* I WANT YOUR FEEDBACK: Email a written or audio comment to music@celticmusicpodcast.com or call 678-CELT-POD to leave a voicemail message. That's 678-235-8763. What are you doing today while listening to the podcast? Send me pictures of what you're doing or picture of one of your travels to Ireland or Scotland

- Over on iTunes roll 1959 wrote: "I have been listening for a few years, and haven't been disappointed. I can listen in the car, or home and not be embarrassed. marc even has his daughter in the background, and it's fun hearing her approval as well."

- Dawn sent a voicemail message.

- Richard Rib posted a comment on iTunes: "By far the best podcast for this music I have found. I have a hard time deleting the casts to make room for the new"

This Week in Celtic Music

0:35
"The Earl's Chair" by Sarah Marie Mullen
from The Wild Woods

3:55
"Irish Set - Jig C, Aaron's Quay, Colonel Fraser's" by The Duplets
from Leverage

7:50
"Nonesuch/Maltese Bransle" by Harpnotic
from Harpnotic

10:25
"The Song of Wandering Aengus" by Claire Roche
from Dancing in the Wind

16:38
"A Neansai Mhile Gra" by Scott Hoye
from Black Rose

21:25
"The Country Sweatheart/Star of the County Down/The Sweetheart Reel" by Leah Jorgensen
from Peace - Love - Harp

24:04
"My Love Is Like a Red, Red Rose" by Donna Germano
from Celtic Echoes

26:11
"Princess of Flowers" by Margaret Davis
from Princess of Flowers

32:50
"The Spanish Medley" by Daphne Quigley-Freund & Tom Bradfish
from Aoibhneas (Bliss)

35:45
"Sailor's Lullabye" by Seasons
from Seasons

40:10
"Lark Song" by Allyson Adair
from Lark Song

44:58
"Crystal Maiden of the Lake" by Oona McOuat
from Honey & Holy Water

48:58
"I'll Follow You (Leanaim Thu)" by Ashley Davis with Cormac De Barra
from Night Travels

52:34
"Eileen Aroon" by Ramsay & Black
from Singer's Request

57:50
"Garden Valley" by Ciara Considine
from Beyond the Waves

1:02:01
"Call You Home" Jenneth Tollin
from The Bardic Wyrd

1:05:06
"Madron Well" by Sora
from Heartwood

1:08:55
"The Great Selkie" by Avalon Rising
from The Great Selkie

1:15:20
"Siul a Ruin" by Allison Girvan
from Resonance

1:20:01
"Greenman" by Catriona McKay
from Starfish

1:23:45
"The Song of the Water Kelpie" by Darren Raleigh
from Silverwheel

1:27:14
"Mairi's Wedding/Haste To The Wedding" by Dublin Harpers
from Building Canoes

1:30:03
"An Dro Medar" by Faery Dae
from Changling

1:34:18
"Iona" by Mark Davies
from The Celtic Harp

1:36:42
"Angel" by Rachel Hair Trio
from Tri

1:40:30
"Girl in the Street" by Nick Hennessey
from Pebble & Bone

1:45:12
"The Lake Isle of Innisfree" by Sara Hillis
from The Laurel Tree

1:48:22
"Squire Woods' Lamentation on the Refusal of his Halfpence" by Thomas "Doc" Grauzer
from Infernal Harp Racket

1:57:10
"Something to Come Home To" by Julia Lane
from Song of the Sea

2:00:20
"The Mermaid's Tears" by Anne Roos
from Mermaids & Mariners

The Irish & Celtic Music Podcast was produced by Marc Gunn, The Celtfather. To subscribe, go to iTunes or to our website where you can become a Patron of the Podcast for as little as $1 per episode. You can post feedback in the shownotes or email me music@celticmusicpodcast.com.

It's New Year's Eve. Let's laugh and party on the very last day of 2015 with funny Irish and Celtic songs from Legacy with Jim Flanagan, The Molly Maguires, Jim Brannigan, Trinity River Whalers, The Dregs, Seamus Kennedy, Ed Miller, Merry Wives of Windsor, The Irish Rovers, Brobdingnagian Bards, Marc Gunn, Ceann, Hair of the Dog, Black 47, The Poxy Boggards, The Stubby Shillelaghs, Wild Mountain Thyme, Claymore.
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Today's show is brought to you by Celtic Invasion Vacations

Do you love Celtic music? Want to see the Celtic nations? Want to learn the truth about King Arthur and the Holy Grail? Join your podcast host, Marc Gunn, in 2016 as I lead a Celtic Invasion of Cornwall. We will explore Celtic culture and Arthurian legends. Subscribe to the mailing list and join the invasion at CelticInvasion.com

Notes:

* Thanks to the Patrons of the Podcast. Your kind and generous support keeps this show running every week. Become a Patrons at http://celticmusicpodcast.com/patron/ . Special thanks to our newest Patrons: Lissa, Nick, Craig, David, Rebecca

* The 2-Hour Harp Music Special is still in the works. I apologize for the delay, but the holidays and family commitments took precedence. If it's any consolation, I'm two months behind on releasing my album Dragons vs. Pirates, which I successfully funded on Kickstarter earlier this year. But weekly gigs in November, sick children and the holidays, I'm doing the best I can.

* The 2015 Celtic Christmas Podcast show was a hit. And many of you got the show directly in the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast feed due to a small technical error on my part. But it turned out for the best. Because of that error, we climbed up to #7 on the iTunes Music Podcast charts. I hope you enjoy the show.

* I WANT YOUR FEEDBACK: Email a written or audio comment to music@celticmusicpodcast.com or call 678-CELT-POD to leave a voicemail message. That's 678-235-8763. What are you doing today while listening to the podcast? Send me pictures of what you're doing or picture of one of your travels to Ireland or Scotland

This Week in Celtic Music

0:28
"Stick to the Craythur" by Legacy with Jim Flanagan
from An Irish Christmas: Songs and Music of West Cork

5:56
"Moonshiner" by The Molly Maguires
from The Molly Maguires EP

8:28
"Murshin Durkin" by Jim Brannigan
from The Hills of Margaree

10:40
"Mr. Valentine's Dead" by Trinity River Whalers
from Party in a Box

13:10
"Irish Girl" by The Dregs
from Angelina's Farewell Concert

18:06
"The Errant Apprentice" by Seamus Kennedy
from On the Rocks

21:23
"The Jeely Piece Song" by Ed Miller
from Live at the Cactus Cafe

24:55
"Devil and the Knight" by Merry Wives of Windsor
from Here's to the Men

28:05
"Cruisin' Round Yarmouth" by The Irish Rovers
from Drunken Sailors

31:00
"Jedi Drinking Song" by Brobdingnagian Bards
from Brobdingnagian Fairy Tales

34:56
"Lusty Young Sith" by Marc Gunn
from What Color Is Your Dragon?

37:26
"Jedi's Dargle" by Marc Gunn
from Sci Fi Drinking Songs

39:52
"Moron with the Bodhran" by Ceann
from Making Friends

43:19
"Three Drunken Maidens" by Hair of the Dog
from Liam Left the Lights On Again

45:54
"Uncle Jim" by Black 47
from Elvis Murphy's Green Suede Shoes

50:02
"Lager Than Life" by The Poxy Boggards
from Lager Than Life

52:42
"Top O'the Mornin' Wood" by The Stubby Shillelaghs
from Whiskey Business

54:37
"Scotland's Depraved" by Wild Mountain Thyme (featuring members of 3 Pints Gone )
from Scotland's Depraved

57:26
"Auld Lang Syne" by Claymore
from Claymore

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Nollaig Shona Daoibh! That's Merry Christmas for those who don't speak Gaelic, like myself. It may be Christmas, but that doesn't mean we can't enjoy some splendid Celtic music for the holidays from these great Celtic musicians: Mithril Duo, Battlefield Band with Leo McCann, Poor Clares, Musical Blades, Ceol Gan Achar, Marc Gunn & Jamie Haeuser, Bow Triplets, Poitin, Fionnuala Sherry, Good Foot, Jacie McConnell, The Led Farmers, Sylvia Platypus, Black 47, Beyond the Pale.
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Notes:

* Thanks to the Patrons of the Podcast. Your kind and generous support keeps this show running every week. Become a Patrons at http://celticmusicpodcast.com/patron/ . Special thanks to our newest Patrons: Rebecca

* The Celtic Christmas Podcast four episodes this year. Don't miss the show and please celebrate the holidays with us. You can find more Celtic Christmas resources here.

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This Week in Celtic Music

"O'Carolan's Favorite Jig" by Mithril Duo
from Bottom of the Punch Bowl

"Reels: The Five Mile Chase / The Black Haired Lass / Miss Girdle" by Battlefield Band with Leo McCann
from Beg & Borrow

"Stone Whispers" by Poor Clares
from Change of Habbit

"Foggy Dew" by Musical Blades
from Treasures of Old

"Hedigans Fancy Hawson" by Ceol Gan Achar
from Ceol Gan Achar

"Johnny, I Hardly Knew Ye" by Marc Gunn & Jamie Haeuser
from How America Saved Irish Music

"Here's a Great Night" by Bow Triplets
from Never Too Early

"Honeycake" by Poitin
from Bofiguifluki

"The Last Rose" by Fionnuala Sherry
from Songs From Before

"Mountain Road/Hunter's Purse" by Good Foot
from Good Foot

"Cuan Sianail (Storm on the Ocean)" by Jacie McConnell
from Mystical Moments A Sign Of Things To Come

"Drinking with the Lads" by The Led Farmers
from Lucy

"Raggle Taggle Gypsy" by Sylvia Platypus
from Sylvia Platypus

"Ballad of Brendan Behan" by Black 47
from Last Call

"Farrel O'Gara's/Bellharbor/Siobhan O'Donnell's" by Beyond the Pale
from Queen of Skye

The Irish & Celtic Music Podcast was produced by Marc Gunn, The Celtfather. To subscribe, go to iTunes or to our website where you can become a Patron of the Podcast for as little as $1 per episode. You can post feedback in the shownotes or email me music@celticmusicpodcast.com.

Our Celtic Christmas Music Special returns to the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast in 2015 with more awesome Celtic Christmas music from Mark O'Connor, Kailyarders, Vicki Swan & Jonny Dyer, Golden Bough, Marc Gunn with An Taisdeal, The Rogues, The Irish Rovers, Bat Kinane, Cherish the Ladies, Katie McMahon, Heather Dale, Banna, Four Celtic Voices, Small Town Sheiks, Jennifer Licko, Highland Reign, John Munelly, Ken O'Malley, Rose and Thistle Band. celticmusicpodcast.com/236

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Today's show is brought to you by Patrons of the Podcast

There's a lot that goes into the production of a successful podcast, including Web hosting, MP3 hosting, mailing lists, Computer and website maintenance, and even some minimal advertising. In all, I spend over $700 per month to keep this show running. That doesn't even include my time in producing the show. Thankfully, there are currently over 120 people contributing over $300 per episode. This week, I want to thank each and every one of my Patrons of the Podcast for your kindness and generosity this holiday season. You too can become a patron for as little as $1 per episode and you'll receive shows before regular listeners. Go to celticmusicpodcast.com/patron for more details.

Notes:

* Thanks to the Patrons of the Podcast. Your kind and generous support keeps this show running every week. Become a Patrons at http://celticmusicpodcast.com/patron/ . Special thanks to our newest Patrons: Rebecca

* The Celtic Christmas Podcast now has two episodes that are live. If you want to enjoy some more Celtic Christmas music, go check it out.

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* Remember too, when you buy through our affiliates at Amazon or iTunes , you support the artists AND the podcast.

This Week in Celtic Music

0:48
"What Child Is This" by Mark O'Connor
from Appalachian Christmas

4:43
"Celtic Christmas" by Kailyarders
from Single

7:38
"Deck the Halls" by Vicki Swan & Jonny Dyer
from A Sound of Christmas Past

10:15
"Christmas Bells (Espinoza)" by Golden Bough
from Christmas in a Celtic Land

14:14
"Nollaig Shona Daoibh (feat. An Taisdeal)" by Marc Gunn
from Single

17:03
"Jingle Bells/Good King Wenceslas" by The Rogues
from Hellbound Sleigh

20:20
"Angels on High" by The Irish Rovers
from Merry Merry Time of Year

23:58
"Turn on the Lights" by Bat Kinane
from Single

26:57
"O Christmas Tree/Road Dust Slip Jigs" by Cherish the Ladies
from Christmas in Ireland

31:56
"The Little Road to Bethlehem" by Katie McMahon
from Celtic Christmas

35:22
"Huron Carol" by Heather Dale
from This Endris Night

38:46
"Bears of Winter" by Banna
from Cheers!

41:00
"Blessing of the Three" by Four Celtic Voices
from Four Celtic Seasons

43:14
"A Savior's Come (Merry Christmas)" by Small Town Sheiks
from Single

46:52
"Nollaig na mBan" by Jennifer Licko
from A Thousand Curses on Love

50:15
"A Celtic Christmas" by Highland Reign
from A Celtic Christmas

54:42
"Happy Christmas" by John Munelly
from Together for Christmas

57:35
"Don Oiche UD I Mbeithil" by Ken O'Malley
from Songs By a Winter's Hearth

1:01:38
"O Come O Come Emmanuel" by Rose and Thistle Band
from Celtic Christmas

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December is here. That means it's time to start planning my Celtic Christmas music specials like I do every year. But I have one more show to share before the holiday music begins with great indie Celtic music from Maidens IV, Mithril, 3 Pints Gone, The Washington Square Harp and Shamrock Orchestra, The Poxy Boggards, Bat Kinane, LandLoch'd, Breabach, The Skelligs, A Band of Rogues, Kilmaine Saints, Green Tea, Danny Carthy, Jiggernaut, Bonhomme Setter.
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Photo by William Murphy

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Notes:

* Thanks to the Patrons of the Podcast. Your kind and generous support keeps this show running every week. Become a Patrons at http://celticmusicpodcast.com/patron/ . Special thanks to our newest Patrons: Robert and Asa

* Taking a break from this podcast next week to release the first Celtic Christmas Podcast of the year.

* My Celtic Christmas Music website is now mobile-ready. Go to CelticChristmasMusic.net to read the articles. And now you can listen to my article "What is Celtic Christmas Music? " in the Celtfather podcast.

* I released several new Celtic Music Spotlights in The Celtfather podcast. You'll hear more about Wild Colonial Bhoys, Jig to a Milestone, and Black Market Haggis.

* There are two weekends left at the Louisiana Renaissance Festival. Come see me perform with Kilted Kings .

* I WANT YOUR FEEDBACK: Email a written or audio comment to music@celticmusicpodcast.com or call 678-CELT-POD to leave a voicemail message. That's 678-235-8763. Or visit celticmusicpodcast.com to post a comment in the shownotes. What are you doing today while listening to the podcast? Send me pictures of what you're doing or picture of one of your travels to Ireland or Scotland

Vic wrote: "Hi Marc, greetings from Down Under. Thank you for another year of fab music. May you and your family have a merry Christmas. In Oz its its starting to warm up, so we'll be escaping to Tasmania for the Cygnet and George Town Folk Festivals. Cheers Vic"

Rick wrote: Mark, Earlier this year, my wife and I took a bucket list trip to Scotland and Ireland and England. In preparation for the trip I found your podcast and have been listening ever since. I went to my first Louisiana Renaissance Festival this month and took a side trip up a small rise and found a pair of Celtic musicians playing. I said to myself, that guy sure sounds like Mark Gunn. I later learned that it indeed was you, but could not return to find you as I was busily engaged in watching grandchildren at the fest. I enjoyed your set and enjoy the podcast very much. Attached a few of our favorite shots from the trip. Slainte! Rick Rawle, Slidell Louisiana, 45% British and 2% Irish according to Ancestry DNA."

* Remember too, when you buy through our affiliates at Amazon or iTunes , you support the artists AND the podcast.

This Week in Celtic Music

0:29
"Four in the Heartland" by Maidens IV
from Emerald Fire

6:45
"The Good Natured Man/The H.O.F" by Mithril
from The Return Home

10:08
"Donegal Danny" by 3 Pints Gone
from It's About Bloody Time

15:17
"Miss McGuinness / Tommy Peoples’ / The Torn Jacket (reels)" by The Washington Square Harp and Shamrock Orchestra
from Since Maggie Dooley Learned the Hooley Hooley

19:20
"This Pub That We Call Home" by The Poxy Boggards
from Anchor Management

22:23
Celtic Music News

23:57
"Biddy Mulvey and the Landgrabber" by Bat Kinane
from The Hills Above the Valley

27:37
"Irish Rover" by LandLoch'd
from Loch'd and Loaded

30:06
"Chloe's Passion" by Breabach
from The Big Spree

33:46
"In London So Fair" by The Skelligs
from Kingdom Come

38:17
"Ballyvaughn" by A Band of Rogues
from A Band of Rogues

43:32
Celtic Feedback

45:21
"Ten Fathoms Deep" by Kilmaine Saints
from The Good, The Plaid, and The Ugly

49:09
"3 Piece Trad Set" by Green Tea
from Synergy EP

51:55
"Paddy Would a Wooing Go" by Danny Carthy
from Stand Look Around You

55:14
"The City Boy Set" by Jiggernaut
from In Search of More

59:07
"The Blacksmith" by Bonhomme Setter
from Obia

The Irish & Celtic Music Podcast was produced by Marc Gunn, The Celtfather. To subscribe, go to iTunes or to our website where you can become a Patron of the Podcast for as little as $1 per episode. You can post feedback in the shownotes or email me music@celticmusicpodcast.com.

Thanksgiving is this week in the U.S.. A lot of folks will be traveling. This show is dedicated to the Celtic travelers around the world with Irish Celtic music from Athas, Aisling, Anois, Samantha Gillogly/Tim Maurice, Vintage Wildflowers, Tortoise and Hair, Seasons, Don Gabbert, Aul' Grey Whistle, Ashley Davis, Redhill Rats, Out of Alba, The Wildcelts, Gaelic Storm, Allison Barber. celticmusicpodcast.com/234/

If you enjoy this podcast, then please rate the show on iTunes or your favorite podcatcher. Then subscribe to our Celtic Music Magazine . This is our free newsletter and your guide to the latest Celtic music and podcast news. Subscribe today to download 34 Celtic MP3s for free. Remember to support the artists who support this podcast: buy their CDs, download their MP3s, see their shows, and drop them an email to let them know you heard them on the Irish and Celtic Music Podcast. And remember to Vote in the Celtic Top 20 . Your active voting will help define the Top 20 songs of 2015 at the end of the year.

Today's show is brought to you by CelticChristmasMusic.net

Are you looking for some Celtic Christmas music this holiday season? CelticChristmasMusic.net highlights all things Celtic Christmas for the holidays with articles, blogs, podcasts, and of course two Celtic Christmas albums. Marc Gunn's 2014 album Celtic Christmas Greetings and A Celtic Christmas. That's the compilation put out by the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast featuring some of our Celtic musicians take on both traditional and original Christmas songs and tunes. Find out more at CelticChristmasMusic.net

Notes:

* Thanks to the Patrons of the Podcast. Your kind and generous support keeps this show running every week. Become a Patrons at http://celticmusicpodcast.com/patron/ . Special thanks to our newest Patrons: Stuart, Nicholas, and Kouroth

And HUGE thanks to our Celtic Superstars: Ockham's Razor, John Sharkey White II, Teresa Sullivan, Wesley R Dunnington, Anna Cylkowski, Brendan Nix, John Bilderback, Brakeing Down Security Podcast, Rian P Kegerreis, Steven, Samual Hill, Johnny Berry, and Shawn Cali.

Thanks to all our generous patrons, we hit a $400 Milestone which means, I'm gonna start planning a two-hour Celtic Harp Music Special.

* Do you want one of the 2015 Irish & Celtic Music Podcast t-shirts? You can save 40% off the shirt price from now until the end of November 2015 when that design will be discontinued. Go to CelticMusic.org to the Celtic T-Shirts link or follow the link in the shownotes . Use coupon code: PODCASTFAN and you'll save 40% on that shirt. After this month, James McDaniel will design the 2016 shirt. So get yours now!

* I also have Irish Christmas Cards that you can get. Head over to CelticMusic.org to order yours before the end of November if you want them in time for the holidays.

* Finally, I have a new Celtic Christmas single I recorded with Rudiger Reinhardt of An Taisdeal

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MosieH238 wrote on iTunes: "I tried other podcasts - but this one always delivers...the best compilations of fantastic artists and surprises in this great Celtic music. Thanks Marc Gunn!"

Patrick wrote: "Hi Marc Gunn. My name is Patrick and I really love your podcast although you play too many instrumentals for my taste. Still it's a great podcast and I love it. I also like you music from you personally. My favorite I think is Lord of the Pounce. By the way, look for the band The Irish Rovers. They have some really good songs, especially on their Irish Gems collection album. Keep on playing the Celtic music and thanks for the podcast!"

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This Week in Celtic Music

0:33
"Tonra's/Bill Collins’/The Spotted Dog (jigs)" by Athas
from 10 for 10: Live Tracks and Rarities

7:58
"Brian O'Lynn - The Pilgram's Road - Dancing On The Headstones" by Aisling
from The Pilgrim's Road

12:54
"The Wanderer" by Anois
from Emily Bronte

16:40
"Misty Mountain" by Samantha Gillogly /Tim Maurice
from Single

18:46
"Sailing Off to the Yankee Land" by Vintage Wildflowers
from Lovely Madness

24:33
"Traveling Song" by Tortoise and Hair
from A Front Row Seat

27:31
"Ferry to Holyhead" by Seasons
from Seasons

30:21
"The Road to Killybegs" by Don Gabbert
from Tejas Go Bragh

32:20
"She Grooves Through the Fair" by Aul' Grey Whistle

38:03
"Night Travels" by Ashley Davis
from Night Travels

43:48
"Perfect Traveler" by Redhill Rats
from Cape Wolf

48:42
"Gravel Road Medley" by Out of Alba
from Nithi Sessions

51:10
"I Miss My Home" by Gaelic Storm
from How Are We Getting Home?

55:57
"Traveling Home" by Allison Barber
from Traveling Home

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Put on your exercise clothing because you're gonna get a great workout with this week's episode featuring non-stop indie Celtic music from Rathkeltair, Bruno's Boys, John McGaha, Derek Warfield & The Young Wolfe Tones, Jonathan Milton, Bourbon & Shamrocks, Emerald Rose, Colin Farrell, Mwnci Nel, Dun Aengus, Beer Belly, Ceann, Jiggernaut, The Canny Brothers Band, The Kreellers, The Demon Barbers, John Wright. celticmusicpodcast.com/233/

If you enjoy this podcast, then please rate the show on iTunes or your favorite podcatcher. Then subscribe to our Celtic Music Magazine . This is our free newsletter and your guide to the latest Celtic music and podcast news. Subscribe today to download 34 Celtic MP3s for free. Remember to support the artists who support this podcast: buy their CDs, download their MP3s, see their shows, and drop them an email to let them know you heard them on the Irish and Celtic Music Podcast. And remember to Vote in the Celtic Top 20 . Your active voting will help define the Top 20 songs of 2015 at the end of the year.

Photo by Peter Mooney

Today's show is brought to you by Celtic Christmas Music .net

Are you looking for some Christmas music that actually sounds Celtic for this holiday season? Head on over to CelticChristmasMusic.net. This is Marc Gunn's website for all things Celtic Christmas. You'll find articles, blogs, podcasts, and of course two Celtic Christmas albums. My 2014 album Celtic Christmas Greetings which fuses traditional Christmas songs with Celtic music, plus A Celtic Christmas. That's the compilation put out by the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast featuring some of our Celtic musicians take on both traditional and original Christmas songs and tunes. You'll get great Celtic Christmas music and be able to support this podcast. It's a win/win. So buy your Christmas music now at CelticChristmasMusic.net

Notes:

* Thanks to the Patrons of the Podcast. Your kind and generous support keeps this show running every week. Become a Patrons at http://celticmusicpodcast.com/patron/ . Special thanks to our newest Patrons: Satoshi, Tiffany and Pip.

* Do you want one of the 2015 Irish & Celtic Music Podcast t-shirts? You can save 40% off the shirt price from now until the end of November 2015 when that design will be discontinued. Go to CelticMusic.org to the Celtic T-Shirts link or follow the link in the shownotes . Use coupon code: PODCASTFAN and you'll save 40% on that shirt. After this month, James McDaniel will design the 2016 shirt. So get yours now!

* I WANT YOUR FEEDBACK: Email a written or audio comment to music@celticmusicpodcast.com or call 678-CELT-POD to leave a voicemail message. That's 678-235-8763. Or visit celticmusicpodcast.com to post a comment in the shownotes. What are you doing today while listening to the podcast? Send me pictures of what you're doing or picture of one of your travels to Ireland or Scotland

Remember too, when you buy through our affiliates at Amazon or iTunes, you support the artists AND the podcast.

This Week in Celtic Music

"Cunla" by Rathkeltair
from Everybody

"The Beggarman" by Bruno's Boys
from Last Call

"Maids of Munster" by John McGaha
from Exodus, An ElectroCelt Journey

"Come Out Ye Black 'n' Tans" by Derek Warfield & The Young Wolfe Tones
from On the One Road

"Sunday Brunch Set" by Jonathan Milton
from Just One More...

"Elzic's Farewell" by Bourbon & Shamrocks
from Shock & ARRRR!

"Fire in the Head" by Emerald Rose
from Songs for the Night Sky

The Old Rogue Set" by Colin Farrell
from On the Move

"Seion" by Mwnci Nel
from Gimig

"Irish Rover" by Dun Aengus
from Fortified

"The Blackthorn Stick" by Beer Belly
from Paddy's Boots

"Music of Our Fathers" by Ceann
from Almost Irish

"The Brewery Tap" by Jiggernaut
from In Search of More

"Come to the Bower" by The Canny Brothers Band
from One Drop of Whiskey

"Boys of the Old Brigade" by The Kreellers
from Sixth and Porter

"Ranzo" by The Demon Barbers
from Disco at the Tavern

"Carrickfergus" by John Wright
from A Few Short Lines

The Irish & Celtic Music Podcast was produced by Marc Gunn, The Celtfather. To subscribe, go to iTunes or to our website where you can become a Patron of the Podcast for as little as $1 per episode. You can post feedback in the shownotes or email me music@celticmusicpodcast.com.

I'm back from a fun but exhausting weekend of shows. I wanna kick back and relax. So let's enjoy some mellow Celtic music on this week's show featuring Irish Celtic Music from Castlebay, Jennifer Licko Shelton, String Thaw, Jil Chambless & Scooter Muse, Ed Miller, Beat Smash Square, Clandestine, The Blarnacles, The Selkie Girls, Jed Marum, Liz Madden. celticmusicpodcast.com/232

If you enjoy this podcast, then please rate the show on iTunes or your favorite podcatcher. Then subscribe to our Celtic Music Magazine . This is our free newsletter and your guide to the latest Celtic music and podcast news. Subscribe today to download 34 Celtic MP3s for free. Remember to support the artists who support this podcast: buy their CDs, download their MP3s, see their shows, and drop them an email to let them know you heard them on the Irish and Celtic Music Podcast. And remember to Vote in the Celtic Top 20 . Your active voting will help define the Top 20 songs of 2015 at the end of the year.

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Notes:

* Thanks to the Patrons of the Podcast. Your kind and generous support keeps this show running every week. Become a Patrons at http://celticmusicpodcast.com/patron/ . Special thanks to our newest Patrons: Kellie

* Join the Irish & Celtic Music Club on Facebook .

* Celtic Halloween Music Special and Celtic Fiddle Music Special

* Randy Wothke & Marc Gunn Are KILTED KINGS

* Do you want one of the 2015 Irish & Celtic Music Podcast t-shirts? You can save 40% off the shirt price from now until the end of November 2015 when that design will be discontinued. Go to CelticMusic.org to the Celtic T-Shirts link or follow the link in the shownotes . Use coupon code: PODCASTFAN and you'll save 40% on that shirt. After this month, James McDaniel will design the 2016 shirt. So get yours now!

* I WANT YOUR FEEDBACK: Email a written or audio comment to music@celticmusicpodcast.com or call 678-CELT-POD to leave a voicemail message. That's 678-235-8763. Or visit celticmusicpodcast.com to post a comment in the shownotes. What are you doing today while listening to the podcast? Send me pictures of what you're doing or picture of one of your travels to Ireland or Scotland

John Thompson wrote: Hey Marc,
Two more excellent shows! I was surprised to hear you play Tam Lin by Coyote Run, although it was a great choice for Halloween. CR was an awesome band. They played the PA Ren Faire a lot. Between Wick and Flame is a fantastic album. They've got a bunch but two of my other favorites would be Places and Coyote Run Pleads the 5th. If there's any chance you can get a hold of some tunes from either one of those it would be great for your listeners.

The fiddle special was amazing! Glad you got Burning Bridget Cleary in there. “Oh My Little Darling/Fire on the Mountain” by Burning Bridget Cleary from Pressed For Time -- also not your typical celtic music. But it definitely showcases their talent. I'm happy to help support this incredible podcast on Patreon. Keep up the great work!

Hank Woodward wrote: Hi Marc,
This is Hank in East Tennessee again, wishing a festive Halloween/Samhain season for you and your family. You continue to do a fantastic job with the podcast, and I’m eagerly awaiting the upcoming Celtic Halloween show. I’ve got my own “Samhain 2015” playlist put together and I’d love to get your opinion of it. Once again thank you so much for putting out all that phenomenal Celtic music for us all to enjoy. Slainte!

Laurie Gardner wrote: Hello Marc! I am listening to one of your shows at the moment and decided to write you a quick note to say how much I enjoy your podcast. The music is always excellent. I studied traditional music as a teenager and sang with some wonderful artists. Even though I did not continue singing, (in public) I was captivated by Scottish music and tradition and still love listening and singing folk music. Your show has been the perfect way for me to stay connected to the traditional music world.

For the past 8 years my husband and I have spent 2 weeks a year in the UK. We have been to such wonderful places. I love that you help more people visit as part of your dedication to a beautiful musical style. Thank you. The picture is from our most recent trip to the highlands. From the walls of the ruin of Kilchurn Castle on Loch Awe in Dalmally. A gorgeous little place, well worth adding to one of your tours.

I connected on Facebook with a gentleman named Kenny Grey who has a photographic business called Island Images. He and Krissy, his fiancée are amazing people and his pictures of the area are splendid. We had a great meal and pints of local ale at a coaching inn in Dalmally that could work for a group: http://www.glenorchylodge.co.uk . It has an excellent kitchen and a sweet game room style pub, a MacLeod behind the bar. If you get there tell him the Canadian couple from Ottawa say hi. Have a wonderful day! Laurie

P.S. I typically put your show on while I bake or prepare food, especially long haul dishes like meatballs or breaded chicken. And also while editing photographs.

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This Week in Celtic Music

0:22
"Moudiewart/Kiss Me Quick/Stool of Repentence" by Castlebay
from Rantin' Rovin' Robin

6:34
"Planxty Erwin" by Canned Haggis
from Rough Draft

10:11
"Siuthadaibh Bhalachaibh" by Jennifer Licko Shelton
from A Thousand Curses Upon Love

13:31
"Kean O'Hara/Bridget Cruise" by String Thaw
from Smooth Sailing

16:28
"From Clare to Here" by Jil Chambless & Scooter Muse
from The Laverock Sang

23:09
"All We Can Call Our Ain" by Ed Miller
from Many's The Fine Tale

30:22
"The Strayaway Child" by Beat Smash Square

35:54
"Babylon" by Clandestine
from To Anybody At All

40:57
Celtic Music Feedback

44:12
"Off to California" by The Blarnacles
from Got Blarnacles?

47:34
"Bonnie Earl Moray" by The Selkie Girls
from Parting Glass

52:20
"Rose of Tralee" by Jed Marum
from Confederate Songs of Ireland

55:44
"The Night Visiting Song (featuring Joanie Madden)" by Liz Madden
from Legacy

The Irish & Celtic Music Podcast was produced by Marc Gunn, The Celtfather. To subscribe, go to iTunes or to our website where you can become a Patron of the Podcast for as little as $1 per episode. You can post feedback in the shownotes or email me music@celticmusicpodcast.com.

It's a Thursday in November. That means it's time for another great episode of Irish & Celtic music from Breabach, Bret Blackshear, Linda Relph/David Lovrien/Larry Fowler/Jed Marum, Beyond the Pale, George Papavgeris, Kennedy's Kitchen, Celia Ramsay, Faerydae, Patrick Clifford, Sligo Rags, An Triur, Paisley Close, Searson, Ockham's Razor, Emily Kellam. celticmusicpodcast.com/231

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Today's show is brought to you by Celtic Invasion Vacations

Do you love Celtic music? Want to see the Celtic nations? Want to learn the truth about King Arthur and the Holy Grail? Join your podcast host, Marc Gunn, in 2016 as I lead a Celtic Invasion of Cornwall. We will explore Celtic culture and Arthurian legends. There’s still room available and you can save money if you sign up before the end of October 2015. Subscribe to the mailing list and join the invasion at CelticInvasion.com

Notes:

* Thanks to the Patrons of the Podcast. Your kind and generous support keeps this show running every week. Become a Patrons at http://celticmusicpodcast.com/patron/ . Special thanks to our newest Patrons: Stuart and John

* I think I fixed the RSS feed problem. I should know after this show goes live. But if your podcatcher is not downloading the latest show, please email me music@celticmusicpodcast.com. Let me know what app you are using. I'll help you get it back up and downloading.

* My new band, Kilted Kings, are performing this weekend at the Louisiana Renaissance Festival. Kilted Kings feature me on autoharp and vocals and Randy Wothke of The Rogues on percussion. We have three shows daily.

* I also released my second annual Celtic Halloween Music Special on YouTube. You can watch the performance for free on my website.

* Find out about Jed Marum's "Calla's Waltz" recording project .

* Join the Irish & Celtic Music Club on Facebook .

* I WANT YOUR FEEDBACK: Email a written or audio comment to music@celticmusicpodcast.com or call 678-CELT-POD to leave a voicemail message. That's 678-235-8763. Or visit celticmusicpodcast.com to post a comment in the shownotes. What are you doing today while listening to the podcast? Send me pictures of what you're doing or picture of one of your travels to Ireland or Scotland.

This week: Bruce Jackson in El Salvador, John Pearson in Elmhurst, IL, and Jamie Eddy, a bagpiper from Alberta, Canada.

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This Week in Celtic Music

0:26
"The Full Booner" by Breabach
from The Big Spree

5:24
"The White Cockade/Slipped Disc Reel" by Bret Blackshear
from Fingers, Frets, and Fire

7:55
"The South Wind" by Linda Relph /David Lovrien/Larry Fowler/Jed Marum
from The South Wind

12:33
"Fred Finn's/Father Newman's/Frank's Reel" by Beyond the Pale
from Queen of Skye

16:18
"Circles in the Air" by George Papavgeris
from Ordinary Heroes

21:13
"The Barr of Chocolate/The Smashed Potatoes" by Kennedy's Kitchen
from The Birds Upon the Trees

26:42
Celtic Music News

27:38
"Ned of the Hill" by Celia Ramsay
from Songs of My Father's People

31:26
"The Monighan/The Butterfly/Cooley's Reel" by Faerydae
from Changeling

36:08
"The Shores of Botany Bay" by Patrick Clifford
from American Wake

39:05
"Gallowglass Lament" by Sligo Rags
from Roll Me Down the Mountain

41:21
Celtic Feedback

44:33
"Blue Car" by An Triur
from Three People

47:41
"Green Island" by Paisley Close
from All On A Day

51:35
"Footstomp" by Searson
from Live

53:39
"The Auld Triangle" by Ockham's Razor
from Job's Comforter

57:51
"Come & Be Welcome" by Emily Kellam
from Waves on the Shore

The Irish & Celtic Music Podcast was produced by Marc Gunn, The Celtfather. To subscribe, go to iTunes or to our website where you can become a Patron of the Podcast for as little as $1 per episode. You can post feedback in the shownotes or email me music@celticmusicpodcast.com.

We're just a couple days away from October 31st which marks the Celtic Halloween here in the US and Samhain for the Celts. Enjoy some amazing indie Celtic music from Ciana, Donal Clancy, Bat Kinane, Lady Prudence, Tartanic, Carolina Ceili, Damanta, Stout Pounders, Arthur Hinds, StoneRing, Before the Devil Knows Your Dead, Sylvia Platypus, Coyote Run, David Nigel Lloyd. celticmusicpodcast.com/230

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Today's show is brought to you by Celtic Invasion Vacations

Do you love Celtic music? Want to see the Celtic nations? Want to learn the truth about King Arthur and the Holy Grail? Join your podcast host, Marc Gunn, in 2016 as I lead a Celtic Invasion of Cornwall. We will explore Celtic culture and Arthurian legends. There’s still room available and you can save money if you sign up before the end of October 2015. Subscribe to the mailing list and join the invasion at CelticInvasion.com

Notes:

* Thanks to the Patrons of the Podcast. Your kind and generous support keeps this show running every week. Become a Patrons at http://celticmusicpodcast.com/patron/ .

Special HUGE thanks to our Celtic Superstars: Ockham's Razor, John Sharkey White II, Theresa Sullivan, Wesley R Dunnington, Anna Cylkowski, Brendan Nix, John Bilderback, Brakeing Down Security Podcast, Rian P Kegerreis, Steven, samual hill, Johnny Berry, and Shawn Cali. You folks are AMAZING! Thank you!

* You can now Vote in the Celtic Top 20

* Samhain is a Gaelic festival marking the end of the harvest season and the beginning of winter or the "darker half" of the year. Traditionally, Samhain is celebrated from sunset on 31 October to sunset on 1 November, which is about halfway between the autumn equinox and the winter solstice. It is one of the four Gaelic seasonal festivals, along with Imbolc, Beltane and Lughnasadh. Historically, it was widely observed throughout Ireland, Scotland and the Isle of Man. Similar festivals are held at the same time of year in other Celtic lands; for example the Brythonic Calan Gaeaf (in Wales), Kalan Gwav (in Cornwall), and Kalan Goañv (in Brittany).

* Did you get to listen to Show #229: 2-Hours of Celtic Fiddle Music. There was a recent error if you are subscribed to the Feedburner feed that I've been using for the past 10 years. It's had a few issues over the past few years so I finally migrated the feed to Libsyn. If you are not receiving the latest episodes of the show, please go to our website to find instructions on how you can resubscribe with the corrected feed.

* Off Kilter Kilts is a new store in Pasadena, California that caters to the modern kilted gentleman (and lady). Off Kilter offers the unique experience of being able to try on and compare kilts from multiple different brands before you buy. We carry both modern utility kilts and ready-to-wear tartans, as well as a wide selection of kilting accessories. Customers can also shop our large collection of Irish, Celtic, and Faire music – with more artists being added all the time. For more information, visit our Facebook page, follow us on Twitter and Instagram @offkilterkilts, or head to our website offkilterkilts.com .

* The Irish & Celtic Music Podcast is now syndicated on Celt103.com . You'll hear it on Monday, Wednesday, and Fridays. You can see other places the podcast is syndicated on terrestrial and internet radio on our website. I'd love to hear about other stations it should be played.

* I WANT YOUR FEEDBACK: Email a written or audio comment to music@celticmusicpodcast.com or call 678-CELT-POD to leave a voicemail message. That's 678-235-8763. Or visit celticmusicpodcast.com to post a comment in the shownotes. What are you doing today while listening to the podcast? Send me pictures of what you're doing or picture of one of your travels to Ireland or Scotland

* DuoLingo is adding a Welsh lesson

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This Week in Celtic Music

0:36
"Matt Peoples'/Pauline Conneelly's Mulqueen's" by Ciana
from Loneliest Road

5:37
"The Monaghan Jig/Old Hag You Have Killed Me" by Donal Clancy
from Close to Home

9:18
"Cockahoof" by Bat Kinane
from The Hills Above the Valley

12:14
"She Moved Through the Faire" by Lady Prudence
from All's Faire: Songs of Love & War

15:53
"Rock Monster" by Tartanic
from Uncensored Vol. 4: Space City Con Live

19:09
Celtic Music News

21:05
"Soul Cakes" by Carolina Ceili
from 50 Shades of Green

25:36
"Port na bPucai (Song of the Fairies)" by Damanta
from The Drunken Priest and the Ghostly Hymns

29:00
"Molly Malone" by Stout Pounders
from 3 Drink Minimum

31:38
"Turn the Wheel" by Arthur Hinds
from Dance in the Fire

36:47
"Saddle Set" by StoneRing
from Samhain

41:17
Celtic Feedback

43:54
"Samhain" by Before the Devil Knows Your Dead
from Irish Goodbye

49:24
"Like a Vampire" by Sylvia Platypus
from Sylvia Platypus

53:40
"Tam Lin" by Coyote Run
from Between Wick and Flame

59:17
"The Fall of Jack O'Lantern" by David Nigel Lloyd
from Rivers, Kings, and Curses

The Irish & Celtic Music Podcast was produced by Marc Gunn, The Celtfather. To subscribe, go to iTunes or to our website where you can become a Patron of the Podcast for as little as $1 per episode. You can post feedback in the shownotes at celticmusicpodcast.com or email me music@celticmusicpodcast.com.

We have two hours of awesome Celtic fiddle music for this week's Irish & Celtic Music Podcast thanks to the generosity of our Patrons of the Podcast. You'll hear awesome indie Celtic music from Three Mile Stone, The Gothard Sisters, Clandestine, Cady Finlayson, Hair of the Dog, Samantha Gillogly/Tim Maurice, Marc Gunn & The Dubliners' Tabby Cats, FiddleSticks, Fiddlinda: Linda Relph, Jamie Laval/Ashley Broder, The Elders, Eilis Crean, Heidi Jane, The Selkie Girls, Atlantic Wave, Burning Bridget Cleary, The Tea Merchants, Black Market Haggis, Dust Rhinos, Flashpoint, Maidens IV, Bedlam Bards, Bonnie Rideout, Scythian, Gerry O'Beirne & Rosie Shipley, Banna De Dha, Tullamore, Sean Orr, Bow Triplets, Nathan Gourley and Laura Feddersen. celticmusicpodcast.com/229

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Today's show is brought to you by Celtic Invasion Vacations

If you are listening to this podcast then you probably dream of traveling to one of the Celtic nations. So I have one piece of advice. Do it! I’m not saying you should join me on one of my Celtic Invasion Vacations. I’m not saying you should join another tour group. But travel. Go. Right now.

Mark Twain wrote: “Travel is fatal to prejudice, bigotry, and narrow-mindedness, and many of our people need it sorely on these accounts. Broad, wholesome, charitable views of men and things cannot be acquired by vegetating in one little corner of the earth all one’s lifetime.”

Traveling will change your life for the better forever. Stop waiting for the “right moment”. Start planning now. If you enjoy my music, then join me on a Celtic Invasion of another Celtic country. In 2016, we’re going to Cornwall in search of Celtic culture, King Arthur and the Holy Grail. Will you join us? Subscribe to the mailing list and join the invasion at CelticInvasion.com

Notes:

Thanks to the Patrons of the Podcast. Your kind and generous support keeps this show running every week. Become a Patrons at http://celticmusicpodcast.com/patron/ . Special thanks to our newest patrons Mike-A-Bike and Diana.

You can now Vote in the Celtic Top 20

I WANT YOUR FEEDBACK: Email a written or audio comment to music@celticmusicpodcast.com or call 678-CELT-POD to leave a voicemail message. That's 678-235-8763. Or visit celticmusicpodcast.com to post a comment in the shownotes. What are you doing today while listening to the podcast? Send me pictures of what you're doing or picture of one of your travels to Ireland or Scotland

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This Week in Celtic Music

0:57
"Brian Montague's/The Noisey Curlew/The Drake's Neck/Free and Easy" by Three Mile Stone
from Three Mile Stone

6:16
"The Three Coins" by The Gothard Sisters
from Story Girl

8:45
"Saucy Girl" by Clandestine
from The Ale Is Dear

13:22
"Open Roads Ahead" by Cady Finlayson
from Irish Coffee

15:21
"Mountain Dew" by Hair of the Dog
from Release the Hounds

17:25
"My Lagan Love" by Samantha Gillogly /Tim Maurice
from Celtic Chamber Music

22:35
"Kitty's Rambles/Dowd's 9 Lives/Jenny's Chicken" by Marc Gunn & The Dubliners' Tabby Cats
from Whiskers in the Jar

26:42
"Johnny Has Gone For a Soldier" by FiddleSticks
from Ampersand

30:30
"Take Down" by Fiddlinda: Linda Relph
from There & Then - Here & Now

35:14
"Levantine's 'Spinning' Barrel" by Jamie Laval /Ashley Broder
from Zephyr in the Confetti Factory

39:26
"Building A Boat" by The Elders
from Wanderin' Life & Times

44:32
"Lafferty's Set" by Eilis Crean
from The Lonesome Fiddler

48:50
"Whiskey Before Breakfast" by Heidi Jane
from A Thousand Reason Why

50:51
"Red Haired Mary" by The Selkie Girls
from Long Time Traveling

55:05
"Johnny Cunningham's" by Atlantic Wave
from Craic'd!

58:10
"Oh My Little Darling/Fire on the Mountain" by Burning Bridget Cleary
from Pressed For Time

1:02:26
"Frogg Polkas" by The Tea Merchants
from Gaslight Snaps

1:06:57
"The Moontown Jig/The Moontown Reel" by Black Market Haggis
from Demo

1:08:30
"Drinking Like a Fiddler" by Dust Rhinos
from The Day After the Night Before

1:11:32
"Joe's Lost E Jig/Marcel Martin" by Flashpoint
from A Timely Misadventure

1:18:52
"Fiddler's Magic" by Maidens IV
from Four Aflame

1:24:37
"MacPherson's Farewell" by Bedlam Bards
from Furious Fancies

1:29:23
"Happy Frank/Alick Young/The Cairngorm/The Hurricane" by Bonnie Rideout
from Scottish Inheritance

1:35:14
"Stop the Show" by Scythian
from Immigrant Road Show

1:37:32
"Labasheeda" by Gerry O'Beirne & Rosie Shipley
from Yesterday I Saw the Earth Beautiful

1:41:33
"Comb Your Hair & Curl It/The White Petticoat/The Black Rogue" by Banna De Dha
from Band of Two

1:46:29
"Work of the Weavers" by Tullamore
from Wild and Wicked Youth

1:52:20
"Maclaine of Loch Buie" by Sean Orr
from Celtic Texas

1:55:01
"Calum Sgaire" by Bow Triplets
from Secret Signs

1:59:12
"The Old Wooden Bridge / Delia Crowley's / The Heather Breeze" by Nathan Gourley and Laura Feddersen
from Life Is All Checkered

The Irish & Celtic Music Podcast was produced by Marc Gunn, The Celtfather. To subscribe, go to iTunes or to our website where you can become a Patron of the Podcast for as little as $1 per episode. You can post feedback in the shownotes at celticmusicpodcast.com or email me music@celticmusicpodcast.com.

Here's some pictures sent in by our listeners this week.

Travis Senzaki a the Glasgow WhiskyBar

River Godbee working on Math

Off Kilter Kilts Store panorama

Kenneth Pfarr's location listening to the show

From traditional Irish music to rockin' Celtic Rock, you're gonna love watching the sun set with indie Celtic music from Patsy O'Brien, Poitin, Jesse Ferguson, The Bordercollies, Emerald Accent, Smithfield Fair, Celtic Shores, Fiddlina, The Flying Toads, Bill Grogan's Goat, Charm City Saints, The Led Farmers, Ockham's Razor, The Duplets. celticmusicpodcast.com/228

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Today's show is brought to you by Celtic Invasion Vacations

Do you love Celtic music? Want to see the Celtic nations? Want to learn the truth about King Arthur and the Holy Grail? Join your podcast host, Marc Gunn, in 2016 as I lead a Celtic Invasion of Cornwall. We will explore Celtic culture and Arthurian legends. There's still room available and you can save money if you sign up before the end of October 2015. Subscribe to the mailing list and join the invasion at CelticInvasion.com

Notes:

Thanks to the Patrons of the Podcast. Your kind and generous support keeps this show running every week. Become a Patrons at http://celticmusicpodcast.com/patron/ . Special thanks to our newest patron Miranda, Julie, and Mark.

You can now Vote in the Celtic Top 20

You can see me perform this weekend at Johnnie MacCracken's Celtic Pub in Marietta. This is the last show I have planned for the year. Come join me to help secure me another residency next year.

I WANT YOUR FEEDBACK: Email a written or audio comment to music@celticmusicpodcast.com or call 678-CELT-POD to leave a voicemail message. That's 678-235-8763. Or visit celticmusicpodcast.com to post a comment in the shownotes. What are you doing today while listening to the podcast? Send me pictures of what you're doing or picture of one of your travels to Ireland or Scotland.

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This Week in Celtic Music

0:32
"Matt Peoples/The Macroom Lasses/Tripping Down The Stairs" by Patsy O'Brien
from Irish Guitar

4:09
"Set of the Gates" by Poitin
from Wish

8:33
"The Sun Set on My Love" by Jesse Ferguson
from The Parting Glass

12:16
"MacArthur Road Set" by The Bordercollies
from The Road from Sawnnanoa

15:46
"As the Sun Was Setting" by Emerald Accent
from For Love of Scotland

22:23
"Nutmeg's Welly/Piper's Plaid" by Smithfield Fair
from 20 for 20

25:21
"Johnny Jump Up" by Celtic Shores
from Weathering the Storm

29:31
"Mayor Harrison" by Fiddlina
from There & Then - Here & Now

32:57
"Mountain Rain" by The Flying Toads
from In Stitches

37:40
Celtic Feedback

40:56
"The Mermaid" by Bill Grogan's Goat
from Second Wind

45:07
"Athol Highlanders" by Charm City Saints
from Hooligans and Saints

48:52
"Drinking With the Lads" by The Led Farmers
from Lucy

51:17
"Are You Alright, Liz" by Ockham's Razor
from Job's Comforter

57:13
"Paris" by The Duplets
from Leverage

The Irish & Celtic Music Podcast was produced by Marc Gunn, The Celtfather. To subscribe, go to iTunes or to our website where you can become a Patron of the Podcast for as little as $1 per episode. You can post feedback in the shownotes at celticmusicpodcast.com or email me music@celticmusicpodcast.com.

We've got some more outstanding indie Celtic music from Jameson's Revenge, Sprag Session, Celtic Tribe, Trinity River Whalers, Darren Raleigh, Tourdion, Cross the Border, Acoustalyn,, Stout Pounders, West of Eden, The Rathmines, Redhill Rats, MacTalla Mor. celticmusicpodcast.com/227

If you enjoy this show, then subscribe to our Celtic Music Magazine . This is our free newsletter and your guide to the latest Celtic music and podcast news. Subscribe today to download 34 Celtic MP3s for free. Remember to support the artists who support this podcast: buy their CDs, download their MP3s, see their shows, and drop them an email to let them know you heard them on the Irish and Celtic Music Podcast.

Today's show is brought to you by Celtic Invasion Vacations

Do you love Celtic music? Want to see the Celtic nations? Want to learn the truth about King Arthur and the Holy Grail? Join your podcast host, Marc Gunn, in 2016 as I lead a Celtic Invasion of Cornwall as we explore Celtic culture and Arthurian legends. Subscribe to the mailing list and join the invasion at CelticInvasion.com

Notes:

Thanks to the Patrons of the Podcast. Your kind and generous support keeps this show running every week. Become a Patrons at http://celticmusicpodcast.com/patron/ . Special thanks to our newest patron Gail and Cormorant's Fancy.

You can now Vote in the Celtic Top 20

I WANT YOUR FEEDBACK: Email a written or audio comment to celticpodcast@gmail.com or call 678-CELT-POD to leave a voicemail message. That's 678-235-8763. Or visit celticmusicpodcast.com to post a comment in the shownotes. What are you doing today while listening to the podcast? Send me pictures of what you're doing or picture of one of your travels to Ireland or Scotland.

Remember too, when you buy through our affiliates at Amazon or iTunes, you support the artists AND the podcast.

This Week in Celtic Music

0:24
"Clashacollaire/An Cathaoi Dearg" by Jameson's Revenge
from While Yer Up

6:05
"Mabou Pizza Boy" by Sprag Session
from Sprag Session

10:11
"Take It Easy" by Celtic Tribe
from Single

13:34
"Waxie's Dargle" by Trinity River Whalers
from Dancin' Beggarman

15:42
"The Summer Before the War" by Darren Raleigh
from Silverwheel

21:05
"Liverpool Judies" by Tourdion
from Live at Stronghold

27:10
"May the Road Rise" by Cross the Border
from Here We Stand

31:15
"Stirling Bridge" by Acoustalyn
from Acoustalyn I

35:32
"Highland Farewell" by Spriggan
from Mind the Gap

39:05
Celtic Music Feedback

41:55
"Bonnie Ship the Diamond" by Stout Pounders
from Thirst

44:49
"Lee Ho" by West of Eden
from Safe Crossing

38:20
"Impossible" by The Rathmines
from Ramblin' with the Rats - Stolen Songs of Struggle

51:07
"Days of Pushing Daisies" by Redhill Rats
from Cape Wolf

56:00
"Dancing Feet Set" by MacTalla Mor
from Jacob's Ladder

The Irish & Celtic Music Podcast was produced by Marc Gunn, The Celtfather. To subscribe, go to iTunes or to our website where you can become a Patron of the Podcast for as little as $1 per episode. You can post feedback in the shownotes at celticmusicpodcast.com or email me music@celticmusicpodcast.com.

With two sick girls at home and me wanting to get a show out, I decided to scrap any bit o'Celtic music news and just share the awesome playlist I made for you this week. Kick back and enjoy less talk and more Celtic music from Tartanic, Rachel Hair Trio, The Celtic Rebels Band, Lady Prudence, Patrick D'Arcy, Carolina Ceili, Bard & Company, Slan, McFlooseys, The Demon Barbers, First Highland Watch, Saxon Moon, Finnegan's Wake, Jerry McLean and Blackthorne Aire, Skully. celticmusicpodcast.com/226

If you enjoy this show, then subscribe to our Celtic Music Magazine . This is our free newsletter and your guide to the latest Celtic music and podcast news. Subscribe today to download 34 Celtic MP3s for free. Remember to support the artists who support this podcast: buy their CDs, download their MP3s, see their shows, and drop them an email to let them know you heard them on the Irish and Celtic Music Podcast.

Today's show is brought to you by Celtic Invasion Vacations

Do you love Celtic music? Want to see the Celtic nations? Want to learn the truth about King Arthur and the Holy Grail? Join your podcast host, Marc Gunn, in 2016 as I lead a Celtic Invasion of Cornwall as we explore Celtic culture and Arthurian legends. Subscribe to the mailing list and join the invasion at CelticInvasion.com

Notes:

Thanks to the Patrons of the Podcast. Your kind and generous support keeps this show running every week. Become a Patrons at http://celticmusicpodcast.com/patron/ . Special thanks to our newest patron Chrystin.

You can now Vote in the Celtic Top 20

I WANT YOUR FEEDBACK: Email a written or audio comment to celticpodcast@gmail.com or call 678-CELT-POD to leave a voicemail message. That's 678-235-8763. Or visit celticmusicpodcast.com to post a comment in the shownotes. What are you doing today while listening to the podcast? Send me pictures of what you're doing. Send one picture of your travels to Ireland or Scotland

Remember too, when you buy through our affiliates at Amazon or iTunes, you support the artists AND the podcast.

This Week in Celtic Music

0:26
"Mad Dog's Triple" by Tartanic
from Uncensored Vol. 4: Space City Con LIVE

5:10
"Duke of Fife's Welcome Deeside" by Rachel Hair Trio
from Tri

8:33
"Thirty-Two United" by The Celtic Rebels Band
from Thirty-Two United

11:35
"Si Bheag, Si Mhor" by Lady Prudence
from All's Faire: Songs of Love and War

14:23
"Song & Hop Jig: The Whistling Thief/The Rocky Road to Dublin" by Patrick D'Arcy
from Wallop the Spot

18:57
"Star of the County Down/Tam Lin" by Carolina Ceili
from 50 Shades of Green

24:49
"Motherland" by Bard & Company
from Bard and Whistler

28:07
"Scots Royal/Salute to James A. Henderson" by Slan
from Footprints

30:08
"Carrickfergus" by McFlooseys
from One Night in Dublin

34:55
"Aye Fly" by The Demon Barbers
from Disco at the Tavern

38:50
"Midnight Ramble" by First Highland Watch
from O'Neil's in Temple Bar

43:13
"Northmen" by Saxon Moon
from IV

46:15
"Raggle Taggle Gypsy" by Finnegan's Wake
from Blarney Rock

51:39
"Little Beggerman" by Jerry McLean and Blackthorne Aire
from Jerry McLean

56:54
"Blackbird" by Skully
from IRISH Makeover

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You are in for a treat. This week, I have a bunch of new Irish music to share with you that includes some real gems. You're gonna have a blast with music from Banshee in the Kitchen, Ilse De Ziah, The Boston Harbor Bhoys, Becky Taylor, Carolina Ceili, Jed Marum, Emerald Accent, Barrowburn, Count 4dB, Wild Colonial Bhoys, Sligo Rags, Musical Blades, Sisters of Murphy. celticmusicpodcast.com/225

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This Week in Celtic Music

0:41
"Planxty Catharsis" by Banshee in the Kitchen
from Live at the Painted Sky

6:38
"Aisling An Oig-Fhir (Young Man's Dream)" by Ilse De Ziah
from Irish Airs for Solo 'Cello

9:29
"Black Velvet Band" by The Boston Harbor Bhoys
from In Your Living Room

13:12
"Ireland Bridge" by Becky Taylor
from Ireland Bridge

17:44
"Cunla" by Carolina Ceili
from 50 Shades of Green

21:56
Celtic Music News

24:33
"White Cockade" by Jed Marum
from Miles From Home

29:04
"Westlin Winds" by Emerald Accent
from For Love of Scotland

33:07
"Shinin' Clear" by Barrowburn
from Mist Covered Mountains

36:11
Celtic Feedback

30:23
"The Fisherman's Song" by Count 4dB
from Rylander: There Can Be Only One

44:03
"Farewell to Erin" by Wild Colonial Bhoys
from On Our Own

49:14
"The Night Visit" by Sligo Rags
from If the Skies Be Ablaze

54:52
"Girls of Dublin Town" by Musical Blades
from Treasures of Old

58:34
"Green Over Red" by Sisters of Murphy
from Single

The Irish & Celtic Music Podcast was produced by Marc Gunn, The Celtfather. To subscribe, go to iTunes or to our website where you can become a Patron of the Podcast for as little as $1 per episode. You can post feedback in the shownotes at celticmusicpodcast.com/225 or email me music@celticmusicpodcast.com.

Today, we are Halfway to St. Patrick's Day . To celebrate, I started with a lot of fun, traditional Irish tunes... then I got carried away and just had a blast sharing Celtic music from Eilis Crean, Flook, Hank Cramer, Beyond the Pale, Merry Wives of Windsor, Darcy Nair, Brobdingnagian Bards, Appalachian Celtic Consort, Aisling, Three Mile Stone, The Irish Experience, The Brazen Heads, Captain Black Jack Murphy, The Elders, Runa. celticmusicpodcast.com/224

If you enjoy this show, then subscribe to our Celtic Music Magazine . This is our free newsletter and your guide to the latest Celtic music and podcast news. Subscribe today to download 34 Celtic MP3s for free. Remember to support the artists who support this podcast: buy their CDs, download their MP3s, see their shows, and drop them an email to let them know you heard them on the Irish and Celtic Music Podcast.

Today's show is brought to you by Celtic Invasion Vacations

If you are listening to this podcast then you probably dream of traveling to one of the Celtic nations. So I have one piece of advice. Do it! I'm not saying you should join me on one of my Celtic Invasion Vacations. I'm not saying you should join another tour group. But travel. Go. Right now. Traveling will change your life for the better forever. Stop waiting for the "right moment". Start planning now.

If you enjoy my music, then join me on a Celtic Invasion of another Celtic country. In 2016, we're going to Cornwall in search of Celtic culture, King Arthur and the Holy Grail. Will you join us? Subscribe to the mailing list and join the invasion at CelticInvasion.com

Notes:

Thanks to the Patrons of the Podcast. Your kind and generous support keeps this show running every week. Become a Patrons at http://celticmusicpodcast.com/patron/ . Special thanks to our newest patrons: Jamie, Margaret, Katie Jo, and Rene!

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This Week in Celtic Music

0:41
"Lafferty's Set" by Eilis Crean
from The Lonesome Fiddler

6:02
"Natterjack: Ramnee Ceilidh/Natterjack's Reel/Conlagh's Big Day" by Flook
from Rubai

10:48
"Tramps and Hawkers" by Hank Cramer
from Caledonia

13:52
"Princess Morgan/ The Skipper Reel" by Beyond the Pale
from The Music Plays Me

16:37
"Paddy Murphy" by Merry Wives of Windsor
from Bottoms Up

21:40
"High Strung Set" by Darcy Nair
from

25:17
"The Leprechaun" by Brobdingnagian Bards
from Brobdingnagian Fairy Tales

28:57
"Cul Aodh/Kesh Jig" by Appalachian Celtic Consort
from Drop o the Pure

30:52
"Paddy's Green Shamrock Shore" by Aisling
from The Pilgrim's Road

36:13
"I'll Mend Your Pots and Kettles/O'Martin Mulvihill" by Three Mile Stone
from Three Mile Stone

42:58
"Within a Mile of Dublin" by The Irish Experience
from Green Energy

44:55
"Guinness" by The Brazen Heads
from Curse of the Hag

47:41
"The Humours of Whiskey" by Captain Black Jack Murphy
from Pogue Mahone Means Kiss My Arse

51:27
"St. Kevin" by The Elders
from American Wake

56:34
"The Last Trip Home" by Runa
from Current Affairs

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