Marc Gunn's "Celtic MP3 Music Magazine"
http://www.celticmp3s.com/


Changing the way you hear Celtic Music
A weekly ezine of legal free Celtic MP3 downloads
April 24, 2004 5000+ subscribers


CONTENTS:

1. Celtic Music News
2. Celtic Music Band Feature - Hugh Morrison
3. Celtic Music CD Store - Dolores Keane & John Faulkner
4. Celtic Music Article #2 - Blue Knight
5. New to Celtic MP3s Music Magazine
6. Manage your subscription

Read this issue online at http://www.celticmp3s.com/magazine/

Don't just download.
Support artists you like & Buy.



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1. Celtic Music News
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SLAINTE, CELTIC MUSIC LOVERS!
Another busy, busy month has flown by. Will I ever catch up.
I have gotten a lot done though. I added the Celtic MP3 Music
Charts which includes a list of the most-searched for bands on
this website. It's interesting to see what you're interested in.
http://www.celticmp3s.com/celtic_music_charts.shtml

I also updated the list of Celtic music news sites. There are a
number of well-used sites where bands post important info. So
I'm happy to bring these sites together on one page.
http://www.celticmp3s.com/celtic_music_news.shtml

And lets not forget the top-selling Celtic CD charts.
http://www.celticmusic.org/celtic_music_top_sellers.shtml


COVENTINA'S WELL ON SALE FOR JUST FIVE BUCKS!
But the BIGGEST NEWS is the return of Coventina's Well. This
popular CD is selling like wild-fire. No doubt the low price
has a lot to do with it. You can sample some of the Best
independent Celtic music groups with this incredible CD.
http://cdbaby.com/cd/celticmp3mag/from/celtic/

Or if you want an extra special deal, CD now offers a $5 Celtic
CD bin. Buy any three CDs from this bin and you will pay only
FIVE DOLLARS!

This is an incredible deal. Here's a few cool suggestions
to get you started.

Marc Gunn - Soul of a Harper
http://cdbaby.com/cd/marcgunn/from/celtic

Jayah - First Egg
http://cdbaby.com/cd/jayah/from/celtic/

The Irish Experience - The Irish Experience
http://cdbaby.com/cd/irishexperience/from/celtic

Oh, and if you already bought a copy of "Coventina's Well",
please place a review there at CDBaby.
http://cdbaby.com/cd/celticmp3mag/from/celtic/

If ye like what you read and hear,
please forward this newsletter to your friends.


SUBMIT YOUR CELTIC BAND FOR A FEATURE
http://www.celticmp3s.com/submit/



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2. Celtic Music Band Feature #1
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"The Hills o'The Yarrow" by Hugh Morrison

Born in Wick, in the far north of Scotland, Hugh Morrison
served his musical apprenticeship with the Tain Scottish Dance
Band and quickly made his name as an exponent of the three-row
button key accordion. Recorded in Houston, Texas, where he is
now based, this album shows that Hugh still retains his taste
for Scottish and Celtic music and hasn't lost his touch on the
button box.

The album contains a varied selection of his own favourite tunes,
played with the flair and style expected by those familiar with
his music. Whether or not you have heard him before, listen in,
feel the 'lift' and 'swing', put your "Feet to the Floor" and
enjoy.

"The Hills O'The Yarrows" is such a beautiful tune that that
I added it to my Coventina's Well, a Celtic music compilation
CD benefitting the Austin Celtic Association.

Homepage: http://www.hughmorrison.co.uk/
Download: http://www.soundclick.com/bands/7/hughmorrison.htm
Buy CD: http://www.cdbaby.com/cd/hmorrison/from/celtic/



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3. CELTIC MUSIC CD STORE
http://www.CelticMusic.org/
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"Broken Hearted I'll Wander" by Dolores Keane & John Faulkner
http://amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B000005CRV/thebards

Dolores Keane has been recording music since age five and was
one of the founding members of De Dannan. Together, with John
Faulkner, they have recorded several albums.

I picked up "Broken Hearted I'll Wander" during a Green Linnet
CD sale and am thrilled with the purchase. Fantastic traditional
Celtic songs and tunes. I love their vocals throughout. I'd like
to tell you a favorite track, but I can't seem to pinpoint one.
I love 'em all: "The Ploughboy", "Month of January", "Will Ye Go
to Flanders", "Tommy Peoples/Mary Shore", "Johnny Lovely
Johnny","The Low Low Lands of Holland", and even a mouth music
performance of "Eddie Curran's Favorite". This is traditional
Irish music without the overdone effects of just about every
band today.

Find out more about Dolores Keane at
http://www.celticmp3s.com/cgi-bin/celtic_music/jump.cgi?ID=683

Find out more about John Faulkner at
http://www.celticmp3s.com/cgi-bin/celtic_music/jump.cgi?ID=684



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4. Celtic Music Band Feature #2
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"A Maid In Ninians Day" by Blue Knight

James Gilchrist founded the Celtic Folk/Rock/World band
Blue Knight in 2002, but Gilchrist has been performing for
audiences since 1993. They incorporate a wide range of influences
into their music - Celtic and Spanish world styles, modern
American and Irish pop/rock, and lyrics inspired by
Pre-Raphaelite artists. Blue Knight can be heard in New York,
Washington, D.C., San Francisco, and at venues up and down the
East coast.

"A Maid In Ninians Day" is a beautiful original Celtic New Age
trip with powerful music. The melody sounds very traditional
like an old carol that I can't put my finger on... always a good
sign. On the download page, you'll get a pre-Raphaelite art piece
that I assume was in part an inspiration for the song. For a live
recoring, it beautifully fits the mood. Simply beautiful!

Homepage http://www.www.blueknight.info/
Download http://www.sharethelightproductions.com/page22.html
Buy CD "Blue Knight CD Sampler"
http://www.sharethelightproductions.com/page2.html



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5. New to Celtic MP3s Music Magazine
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Celtic MP3 Music Charts
http://www.celticmp3s.com/celtic_music_charts.shtml
If you're looking for Celtic music downloads, start with the
Celtic MP3 charts listed around the net.

SirenSong
http://www.siren-studios.com
High energy traditional and contemporary celtic music with
rich harmonies.

30 Second Nutshell - How to Sell Successfully Online
http://ctpm.sitesell.com/bard.html
There really is only one way to sell succesfully online.
This quick article will show you how in just thirty seconds,
whether your talking Celtic CDs or kilts.

Elfriends
http://www.soundclick.com/bands/1/elfriendsmusic.htm
Elfriends is a Celtic renaissance duo led by Sellador the
Harper playing wire strung Celtic folk Harp and the nylon
strung Celtic Minstrel Harp.

kellsvillage
http://www.kellsvillage.tk
kells medieval capital of kilkenny.brief history, mills,
12th century augustinian priory, round tower and high
cross.events.sculpture at kells.tour of area.

Macdonald Music
http://www.celticmp3s.com/cgi-bin/celtic_music/jump.cgi?ID=701
Offers a home to Traditional Scottish Music lovers all around
the World. Free MP3 Downloads

Susan Raven
http://www.celticmp3s.com/cgi-bin/celtic_music/jump.cgi?ID=694
'Majestic songcraft bolstered by a strong vocal performance from
Susan Raven; the scope of the music is reminiscent of Peter
Gabriel's ambitious catalog - a beautiful album.' - CDBaby.com

3 Pintes Gone
http://www.celticmp3s.com/cgi-bin/celtic_music/jump.cgi?ID=697
Health to the Company - War and Inebriation. Listeners are drawn
into the stories sung and leave feeling like old freinds

Reel Na Mara
http://www.celticmp3s.com/cgi-bin/celtic_music/jump.cgi?ID=698
Giovanni: pipes, whistles Davide: guitars, keyboards

Jewel Tomes | Celtic Italian Charms
http://www.celticmp3s.com/cgi-bin/celtic_music/jump.cgi?ID=699
Exclusive Artisan Celtic Italian Charms, traditional knotwork
in gold and silver. Authentic Unodomani, Talexia & Puzzle; Cat
& Dog Breed Charms & Watches; Micro/Mini Italian Charms and
100s of Enamel styles

Limerick Irish Kitchen
http://www.celticmp3s.com/cgi-bin/celtic_music/jump.cgi?ID=700
New Irish Restaurant opening in Colorado featuring fast and
friendly food, beer, and wine.

Celtic pipes and drums of Scotlands Clan Wallace Band
http://www.celticmp3s.com/cgi-bin/celtic_music/jump.cgi?ID=702
Music from the pipes and drums of the Scottish Braveheart band
the ClanWallace. DVD available as well as free mp3 and mpeg
video file of the band playing the Celtica festival Italy

Wyldefyre
http://www.celticmp3s.com/cgi-bin/celtic_music/jump.cgi?ID=703
traditional music of the British Isles - Wyldefyre is a Florida
based acoustic/vocal duo who explore the full range of Celtic
music - from traditional ballads with a unique blend of vocal
harmony to sea shanties and bawdy Ren Faire favourites.



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6. ABOUT THE CELTIC MP3s MUSIC MAGAZINE
http://www.CelticMP3s.com/
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"Celtic MP3s Music Magazine" is a weekly publication by
Bard Marc Gunn of the Brobdingnagian Bards, The Original
Celtic Renaissance. Help spread the word about great
Celtic Music Online!

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