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Bill Margeson Margeson On The Music November 09

Well, this is just perfect. Mick Moloney is out with his brand new album on Compass. Entitled, If It Wasn’t For The Irish and the Jews, it is a continuation of the albums in which Mick is the acknowledged best----turn of the 20th century Irish-American, Tin Pan Alley music. The previous album, McNally’s Row of Flats, was a hit, and won every award available in Irish music, including a couple from this venue!… Continue

Added by Bill Margeson on November 16, 2009 at 11:00pm — No Comments

COLLEEN MUELKER An Irishman's Philosophy

In life, there are only two things to worry about— Either you are well or you are sick. If you are well, there is nothing to worry about, But if you are sick, there are only two things to worry about— Either you will get well or you will die. If you get well, there is nothing to worry about, But if you die, there are only two things to worry about— Either you will go to heaven or hell. If you go to heaven, there is nothing to worry about. And if you go to hell, you’ll be so busy shaking hands wi… Continue

Added by COLLEEN MUELKER on October 7, 2009 at 12:52am — 13 Comments

Bill Margeson Margeson on the music October 09

We love Martin Simpson. This talented Brit is out with his---what is this?----14th album? On Compass, it is entitled, True Stories. There are 13 cuts in all. Wonderful songs---several penned by himself, and there is also a lovely variety of instrumental treats. Simpson is one of the best guitar players in… Continue

Added by Bill Margeson on October 15, 2009 at 7:00am — No Comments

Bill Margeson Margeson on the Music Sept 09

Let’s do something a little different this month. First, a review, and then some good, old-fashioned, gossipy newsy stuff from inside the music. Sound good? First, Fiona Mackenzie is out with a fab album, A Good Suit of Clothes—Songs of the Emigrant Gael. Epic title, hey? Boy, we like her voice. The entire album is in Scots Gaelic, with translations in the liner notes. Well, we THINK it is Scots Gaelic. How w… Continue

Added by Bill Margeson on August 26, 2009 at 7:30pm — 1 Comment

mrbaxteria In Focus: Interview with Karl Nesbitt

Karl Nesbitt is one of those musicians, that if you aren’t that good enough, being at his presence makes you want to hide your instrument! He is young, oozing with talent and he also produces. Most people in Ireland play a musical instrument (and sings well too), some can even master more than one. Sometimes they play it just for fun in family gatherings. Some take it to the point that they make albums. When we talk about Irish music, it’s always a family affair as proven by The Corrs, The Brenn… Continue

Added by mrbaxteria on August 22, 2009 at 6:00am — No Comments

Bill Margeson Milwaukee Irish Fest 09, The low down with Bill Margeson

K. Milwaukee Irish Fest. The big mamoo. The grandaddy. The mack daddy. The BIG ONE. Gorgeous weather all three days, really. Big, big crowds, but not a new record, according to management. Probably about 129,000 over the four night-three day event. Hits? Surely, Scotland's… Continue

Added by Bill Margeson on August 19, 2009 at 9:30am — No Comments

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1. All photos, music, sound, blogs and groups must relate to Ireland and or Celtic Culture. We reserve the right to delete all content that we deem non applicable to this site. (personal photos etc are fine but members should endeavour to keep most of their content related to the site. Examples: If you wish to post material on Rap Music artists, Meditation Exercises, Amazonian tribal conflict, Conspiracy theorists, UFO hunting in Mongolia, Al Aqsua Martyrs Brigade videos (Yes we have seen this o… Continue

Added by LiveIreland on July 17, 2009 at 5:00pm — No Comments

Jenny Mulvey The Legend of Gráinne Mhaol (Grace O Malley) - The Show - Wesport, Co. Mayo - throughout July & August

Graceful pirate sets off on new musical voyage A new traditional music show based on the real-life story of the legendary Irish pirate chieftain, Grace O’ Malley or Gráinne Mhaol set sail on her maiden voyage from Westport House. Pirate, chieftain, lover and moth… Continue

Added by Jenny Mulvey on July 9, 2009 at 5:08pm — 6 Comments

Bill Margeson Margeson on the Music July 09

On deadline and freezing in Chicago as I write this—leading me to again question the entire orthodoxy of global warming. If it is July, why do I have frostbite? Hmm? Down to business. Scottish label supreme, Greentrax scores yet again with a brilliant piece of work. Entitled, People and Songs of… Continue

Added by Bill Margeson on July 6, 2009 at 2:48pm — 2 Comments

steve browne album launch

george murphy and the blackdonnellys album the ballad of archie thomson will be launched on thurs june 26 in dublin featuring guest appearances by the dubliners and christy dignam songs from the album are featured on my page Continue

Added by steve browne on June 22, 2009 at 11:00pm — 2 Comments

Bill Margeson Margeson on the Music June, 2009.

June, 2009 LiveIreland So many newsy bits and albums. So little time. Under a nasty deadline from Monsieur Lattimer. Normally, I would complain to the publisher, as with the other publications I write for---but David is also the publisher.

Oh, well…First---and this is important--- if… Continue

Added by Bill Margeson on May 28, 2009 at 5:30pm — 1 Comment

Ann Brien Connemara Revisited!

Our arrival (hubby and I) a little over a week ago in Spiddal, Connemara, County Galway was greeted by warm sunshine along with a gentle breeze blowing in from the Atlantic Ocean. It seemed summer had finally arrived on Ireland's West Coast.

(Above: View over Spiddal Quay,… Continue

Added by Ann Brien on May 22, 2009 at 1:30pm — 4 Comments

mrbaxteria Cara Dillon

I am excited about Cara's new album Hill Of Thieves.Our folk enchantress is back to serenade us with beautiful songs.I am trapped on my cubicle . Continue

Added by mrbaxteria on May 27, 2009 at 10:24pm — 1 Comment

LiveIreland Myth In The Music by Siofra Kilroy

liveIreland on Twitter! For Live Radio Show Updates follow us on twitter! http://twitter.com/liveireland Live Tonight @ 18:00 HRS GMT Rachel Gormley and Claire Collins.… Continue

Added by LiveIreland on May 1, 2009 at 6:30pm — No Comments

Bill Margeson Margeson on the Music April / May 09

The first time we ever heard Kevin Crawford play the flute was many, many years ago with the best all-instrumental group in the history of Irish music, Moving Cloud. The group’s two albums on Green Linnet still stand as the gold standard for musicians who love traditional music the world r… Continue

Added by Bill Margeson on April 19, 2009 at 8:00pm — 1 Comment

The Bridies Bridies U.S. Tour Dates +NEWS!

The Bridies began their 2009 U.S. tour with several dates in Colorado in March. We are pleased to announce the following dates in addition to same. To stay on top of our most current information, dates, tunes, etc., please add us as your friend on MySpace: www.myspace.com/thebridies Saturday, May 23, 2009 - Chicago, IL Chicago Gaelic Park (Chicago Irish Fest) Sunday, May 24, 2009 - Chicago, IL Chicago Gaelic Park (Chicago Irish Fes… Continue

Added by The Bridies on April 19, 2009 at 6:00am — No Comments

Bill Margeson Margeson on the Music April 09

Derry’s Maranna McCloskey is just out with a brand new album entitled, At Last. For the people familiar with the talented alto’s singing, this will come as welcome news fully justifying the title of the album. It has been a long time coming, and it is already receiving solid reviews and airpl… Continue

Added by Bill Margeson on April 12, 2009 at 7:00pm — No Comments

steve browne blackdonnellys and george murphy new album

blackdonnellys and george murphy album featuring the dubliners and christy dignam to be released june 26 the ballad of archie thomson in all shops and i tunes Continue

Added by steve browne on June 18, 2009 at 12:04am — No Comments

Patricia Daly Patricia Daly's - Annual Harp Festival coming next month!

Edward Bunting Harp Festival 2009 www.edwardbuntingharpfestival.com ARMAGH CITY HOTEL & COI CATHEDRAL, ARMAGH, N IRELAND. Friday 29th May – Sunday 31st May This annual Harp Festival, organised by Patricia Daly of Armagh Harpers' Association, celebrates the life and work of Armagh born collector of music - Edward Bunting 1773 – 1843 and now ranks among top international harp festivals. Its primary focus is on the music of the ancient harping tradition and Irish traditional music and… Continue

Added by Patricia Daly on April 7, 2009 at 2:37pm — No Comments

Bill Margeson Margeson on the Music March 09

Well, well…this month we will have the “Lightning Round”! Let’s take a quick perusal of the most current great stuff on the scene with a brief stop at each station for a one paragraph or less look over. Ready! Roll! 1. Double Play—Liz Carroll and John Doyle This will hit the stores Marc… Continue

Added by Bill Margeson on March 6, 2009 at 7:30pm — 13 Comments

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