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#159 From: "Marc Gunn" <marc@...>
Date: Tue Dec 16, 2008 4:49 pm
Subject: Celtic Christmas 		marc_gunn_bard
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Marc Gunn's "Celtic MP3 Music Magazine"
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A weekly ezine of legal free Celtic MP3 downloads
Changing the way you hear Celtic Music
Dec 16, 2008 -- 21,000+ subscribers

HIGHLIGHTS...
- Snow in Louisiana
- Celtic Christmas
- New Street Teams
- New Bands with MP3 Downloads and Reviews
- Song Henge Updates
- Manage your subscription

    Don't just download.
    Support artists you like & Buy.
    Then, forward this newsletter to a friend.
    Or want to receive the newsletter in HTML?
    Subscribe here: http://www.celticmp3s.com/members/


=========================
CELTIC MUSIC NEWS
=========================

Greetings Celtic Music Lover,

I hope you're having a wonderful holiday season. Mine was kicked off
last week with snow in Louisiana. We got six inches of snow and our
power was out for three days. Having lived in Texas for the last 26
years, what a trip that was. It was a perfect start to my Christmas
celebrations.

My first gift to myself is finding an apartment in the Lower Garden
District of New Orleans. Now I just need to find a few shows so I
can start gigging there.


CELTIC CHRISTMAS
Hey! Ever wonder what it would be like to have Christmas in Killarney,
or anywhere in Ireland? Check out this article at the Irish Fireside.

Christmas in Ireland
http://irishfireside.wordpress.com/2008/12/06/christmas-in-ireland/

And if you're looking for Celtic Christmas music, traditions and
more, check out my new Celtic Christmas website.

Celtic Christmas Music
http://www.celticchristmasmusic.net/


IRISH & CELTIC MUSIC PODCAST - CHRISTMAS EDITION
http://www.celticmusicpodcast.com/
For those who are wondering, I hope to record my Celtic Christmas
special today. So it should be out by the end of the week. In the
meantime, check out the Cleveland Celtic Podcast. Wendy will have
TWO fantastic Christmas shows this year.


GIVE THE GIFT OF CELTIC MUSIC FOR CHRISTMAS
A couple days ago, someone emailed telling me they wanted to buy
a Premiere Membership for their child for Christmas. I never
thought to offer gift cards. But you can do it yourself. Just
sign up as a Premiere Member, and we can make it happen.

Join Song Henge
http://www.celticmp3s.com/members/


NEW STREET TEAM
A week or so ago, I setup a brand new mailing list for the Celtic
MP3s Music Magazine and the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast at
Reverbnation where I host my personal mailing list. It offers a
special section for street teams. I think I will be discontinuing
my Celtic Promotions YahooGroup to take advantage of this great
service.

If you are not yet subscribed, unsubscribe to your current list
and then sign up at reverbnation. You will also be able to sign
up to the street team while you are there.

Celtic MP3s Music Magazine Street Team
http://www.reverbnation.com/label/celticmp3smusicmagazine


CELTIC CD REVIEWS AND MP3 DOWNLOADS
http://www.celticmp3s.com/free/
- "The Celtic Hornblower" by Pete Hawkes
- "The Sign of the Cross" by Kevin Flynn & The Avondale
- Review: "For Love And Laughter" by Solas
- Review: "O Mo Chroi" by Ciara Considine
- "Stretched On Your Grave" by Rising Gael
- "Old French" by Ron Cody
- "Ring On a Chain" by Paddy's Pig
- Review: "The Heroic Adventures Of Angus Mohr" by Angus Mohr
- Review: "County Sligo" by The Mighty Regis


Thanks again for subscribing to the Celtic MP3s Music Magazine.
I hope you enjoy all the new music.

Slainte!
- Marc Gunn


-----SPECIAL NOTICES-----

NEWS for SONG HENGE MEMBERS
http://www.songhenge.com/cmp3/
The November/December edition is already out. Hope you enjoyed!


ATTN ARTISTS: NEW CELTIC COMPILATION IN THE WORKS
It is time to start work on another Celtic compilation CD. This one
is specifically designed to highlight some great Irish& Celtic Music
for St. Patrick's Day. I have a ton of submissions to review, but if
you are an artist and interested in being a part of my latest
compilation CD, please email me music@... with
"CELTIC COMPILATION" in the subject line.


CELTIC PODCAST NETWORK
Including: Irish and Celtic Music Podcast, MarcSongs Podcast,
Celtic Music News, Renaissance Festival Podcast, Smallpiper,
Cleveland Celtic Podcast, Pub Songs Podcast, Irish Music Podcast,
Pacific NW Celtic Music Podcast, Pure Brilliant, Republic of
Avalon Radio, Celt With A Twist
http://www.celticmp3s.com/radio/


SUBMIT YOUR IRISH & CELTIC BAND
Are you a Celtic musician or in a Celtic group. Submit yourself to
the magazine and podcast. If you know a great Celtic group that
should be featured email them and tell them to submit here.
http://celticmp3s.com/submit/


_____________________________________SPONSOR__________

JOIN SONG HENGE FOR GREAT CELTIC MUSIC
http://www.songhenge.com/cmp3/
Save time and money when you join Song Henge,
the hottest new resource from the Celtic MP3s Music
Magazine.

Are you tired of scouring this website trying to find
the great Celtic music you love only to find out that
your band no longer offers free Celtic MP3s?

Song Henge will save you the effort. Get a free CD's
worth of great independent Irish & Celtic music and
access our exclusive Song Henge message board. We're
changing the way you hear Celtic music.

Special Discounts on Lifetime Memberships for
Subscribers. Order now http://www.celticmp3s.com/members/



=========================
ABOUT THE CELTIC MP3s MUSIC MAGAZINE
=========================

"Celtic MP3s Music Magazine" is a weekly publication by
Celtic American folksinger and podcaster Marc Gunn. The
magazine promotes Celtic musicians worldwide, and you
can help these artists:

     1. Visit the links provided
     2. Download the music
     3. Order a CD or 'tip' the band
     4. Forward this ezine to THREE friends
     5. Ask them to subscribe and help Celtic music grow


Learn more about
http://celticmp3s.com <-- Celtic MP3s Music Magazine
http://marcgunn.com <-- Marc Gunn

Promote your music with Celtic MP3s
http://www.celticmp3s.com/promote/

=========================

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#158 From: "Marc Gunn" <marc@...>
Date: Thu Oct 23, 2008 2:50 pm
Subject: Time for Daily Voting in the Podcast Awards 		marc_gunn_bard
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Send Email Send Email
  
Marc Gunn's "Celtic MP3 Music Magazine"

Changing the way you hear Celtic Music
A weekly ezine of legal free Celtic MP3 downloads
Changing the way you hear Celtic Music
Oct 23, 2008 -- 20,000+ subscribers

HIGHLIGHTS...
- Vote Daily in the Podcast Awards
- Attn Artists: New Celtic Compilation Coming Soon
- New Bands with MP3 Downloads and Reviews
- CD Reviews
- Song Henge Updates
- Manage your subscription

    Don't just download.
    Support artists you like & Buy.
    Then, forward this newsletter to a friend.
    Or want to receive the newsletter in HTML?
    Subscribe here: http://www.celticmp3s.com/members/


=========================
CELTIC MUSIC NEWS
=========================

Greetings Celtic Music Lover,

Let me start by thanking EVERYONE who voted for the Irish & Celtic
Music Podcast in the People's Choice Podcast Awards. We did it!

The ICMP was nominated for "Best Podsafe Music" and "People's Choice".
But we haven't won yet.

Today, the polls open at PodcastAwards.com. There are ten nominees
in each category. Please vote for the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast
in those two categories. Also, you can vote for the Irish Fireside for
"Best Travel". They made it too, thanks to you! (And you'll find The
Signal for "Best Movie and Film". W00t! Go Firefly!).

This is a bit different from the nominations. You can VOTE ONCE A DAY!
Here's the details from the Podcast Awards site:

* Voting starts October 23, 2008 until November 6th, 2008.
* Each Person / IP address will be allowed to vote once a day in each
  category.
* 100% e-mail verification of all votes will take place, failure to
  click on a vote will result in no vote being placed. A verification
  e-mail with clickable link will be e-mailed to you so that you will
  have to verify the vote.

Please, let others know about the Podcast Awards site. Ask them to
vote for Celtic music! http://www.podcastawards.com

Irish & Celtic Music Podcast
http://celticmusicpodcast.com/

Irish Fireside
http://irishfireside.com/

The Signal Firefly Podcast
http://signal.serenityfirefly.com/


MOVING TO NEW ORLEANS
If you listened to the last Irish & Celtic Music Podcast, you heard
I was moving to New Orleans! My apartment is almost packed up, and
I have less than a week to go.

I want to thank all the well-wishers out there. This is an exciting
time for me with lots of big changes coming. If you're in the New
Orleans area, keep an eye on my website, I hope to have some regular
gigs there. But for the next month, I'll be at the Louisiana
Renaissance Festival performing for the wine and whiskey tastings.
Don't miss it!

Louisiana Ren Fest Wine and Whiskey Tastings
http://www.marcgunn.com/2008/09/marc-gunn-at-louisiana-renaissance.shtml


ATTN ARTISTS: NEW CELTIC COMPILATION IN THE WORKS
It is time to start work on another Celtic compilation CD. This one
is specifically designed to highlight some great Irish& Celtic Music
for St. Patrick's Day. I have a ton of submissions to review, but if
you are an artist and interested in being a part of my latest
compilation CD, please email me music@... with
"CELTIC COMPILATION" in the subject line.

Thanks again for subscribing to the Celtic MP3s Music Magazine.
I hope you enjoy all the new music.


Slainte!
- Marc Gunn

- Submit Your Irish & Celtic Band
http://celticmp3s.com/submit/

---

LATEST IRISH & CELTIC MUSIC PODCAST SHOWS
http://www.celticmusicpodcast.com/

  Irish & Celtic Music Podcast #57 - The Bringers, Jigheads,
  Michael W. Harrison, Waterstreet Bridge, Mark Saul, Tartanic,
  Jim Brannigan

  Irish & Celtic Music Podcast #56 - Crepuscule, Silver Spire,
  The Langer's Ball, The AM String Band, Siochain, The Wildcelts,
  Heather Dale


NEW BANDS with MP3 DOWNLOADS and REVIEWS
http://www.celticmp3s.com/free/
- Review: "Sounds Of The Verse" by The Persephone Pickers
- "She's Gone" by Sonic Impulse
- "Stand With Me Boys" by The Blarney Rebel Band
- "The Song of Wandering Aengus" by Sanctuary
- "Wise Maid" by Nine-8ths Irish
- "Banjos We Have Heard on High" by Jed Marum
- Review: "Far From Home" by Pitch The Peat
- Review: "Out Of The Nest" by Hawke
- Review: "The Drunken Priest and the Ghostly Hymns of Autumn" by Damanta
- Review: "Come by the Hills" by Appalachian Celtic Consort
- "Match of the Day" by NUA
- "Excursion Around the Bay" by The Kreellers
- "The River Pirate" by Brigands' Folie
- "Gravel Walk" by Leprechaun Water
- "Leaving of Liverpool" by Spriggan


I hope you enjoy the MP3s.

Slainte!
Marc Gunn, Bard

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

---

NEWS for SONG HENGE MEMBERS
http://www.songhenge.com/cmp3/
The October edition of the Song Henge will be out very soon.

---

CELTIC PODCAST NETWORK
http://www.celticmp3s.com/radio/
- Irish and Celtic Music Podcast
- MarcSongs Podcast
- Celtic Music News
- Renaissance Festival Podcast
- Cleveland Celtic Podcast
- Pub Songs Podcast
- Brobdingnagian Minute
- Smallpiper
- Irish Music Podcast
- Pacific NW Celtic Music Podcast
- Pure Brilliant
- Republic of Avalon Radio
- Celt With A Twist

---

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

Submit Your Irish & Celtic Band
http://www.celticmp3s.com/submit/



_____________________________________SPONSOR__________

JOIN SONG HENGE FOR GREAT CELTIC MUSIC
http://www.songhenge.com/cmp3/
Save time and money when you join Song Henge,
the hottest new resource from the Celtic MP3s Music
Magazine.

Are you tired of scouring this website trying to find
the great Celtic music you love only to find out that
your band no longer offers free Celtic MP3s?

Song Henge will save you the effort. Get a free CD's
worth of great independent Irish & Celtic music and
access our exclusive Song Henge message board. We're
changing the way you hear Celtic music.

Special Discounts on Lifetime Memberships for
Subscribers. Order now http://www.celticmp3s.com/members/



=========================
ABOUT THE CELTIC MP3s MUSIC MAGAZINE
=========================

"Celtic MP3s Music Magazine" is a weekly publication by
Celtic American folksinger and podcaster Marc Gunn. The
magazine promotes Celtic musicians worldwide, and you
can help these artists:

     1. Visit the links provided
     2. Download the music
     3. Order a CD or 'tip' the band
     4. Forward this ezine to THREE friends
     5. Ask them to subscribe and help Celtic music grow


Learn more about
http://celticmp3s.com <-- Celtic MP3s Music Magazine
http://marcgunn.com <-- Marc Gunn

Promote your music with Celtic MP3s
http://www.celticmp3s.com/promote/

=========================

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#157 From: "Marc Gunn" <marc@...>
Date: Sun Sep 21, 2008 3:49 pm
Subject: Vote for Celts in the Podcast Awards 		marc_gunn_bard
Offline Offline
Send Email Send Email
  
Marc Gunn's "Celtic MP3 Music Magazine"

Changing the way you hear Celtic Music
A weekly ezine of legal free Celtic MP3 downloads
Changing the way you hear Celtic Music
Sep 21, 2008 -- 20,000+ subscribers

HIGHLIGHTS...
- Podcast Awards
- News for Bards Fans
- Attn Artists: New Celtic Compilation Coming Soon
- New Bands with MP3 Downloads and Reviews
- CD Reviews
- Song Henge Updates
- Manage your subscription

    Don't just download.
    Support artists you like & Buy.
    Then, forward this newsletter to a friend.
    Or want to receive the newsletter in HTML?
    Subscribe here: http://www.celticmp3s.com/members/


=========================
CELTIC MUSIC NEWS
=========================

Greetings Celtic Music Lover,

There's a lot of big news for me this month. Starting off, the
People's Choice Podcast Awards are now open for nominations.
You can nominate your favorite podcast until September 30th.
I'm hoping that will include the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast.

More specifically, I'm hoping you will nominate the Irish &
Celtic Music Podcast for "Best Podsafe Music" and "People's Choice".
While you're at it, vote for Irish Fireside for "Best Travel". And
if you're a Sci Fi geek like me, vote for The Signal for "Best
Movie and Film".

You can only vote once. So just head over to podcastawards.com
and cast your vote now.

Vote in People's Choice Podcast Awards
http://podcastawards.com

Oh! As a side note, you can now listen to most of the episodes
of the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast straight from the website!


NEWS FOR BARDS FANS
Some of my biggest news of recent is that Andrew and I will no
longer be performing at the Brobdingnagian Bards. We have three
more shows for the year, then we will start focusing our energies
on individual projects. Andrew is forming a new band, and I will
continue to write and record music and podcasts. You can read all
about it and my plans for the future.

Bards Announcement
http://thebards.net/tales/2008/09/important-announcement-for.shtml

Marc Gunn's Plans for the Future
http://www.marcgunn.com/2008/09/marc-gunns-plans-for-future.shtml

I've wasted no time working on new music. In fact, I am
releasing a new EP of songs next month that I recorded with my
cat CD producer, Rich Brotherton. This EP features a couple of
traditional songs alongside a couple of original songs. The
physical CD will Not be for sale. In fact, the only way you
can own a copy is to get it free. Expect to hear some of my
new music on an upcoming Irish & Celtic Music Podcast.

Get Marc's EP for Free
http://www.marcgunn.com/freecd/

If you want to hear me perform these songs live, make a demand.
http://www.eventful.com/marcgunn


ATTN ARTISTS: NEW CELTIC COMPILATION IN THE WORKS
It is time to start work on another Celtic compilation CD. This
one is specifically designed to highlight some great Irish&
Celtic Music for St. Patrick's Day. I have a ton of submissions
to review, but if you are an artist and interested in being a
part of my latest compilation CD, please email me
music@... with "CELTIC COMPILATION"
in the subject line.

Thanks again for subscribing to the Celtic MP3s Music Magazine.
I hope you enjoy all the new music.


Slainte!
- Marc Gunn

- Submit Your Irish & Celtic Band


---

LATEST IRISH & CELTIC MUSIC PODCAST SHOWS
http://www.celticmusicpodcast.com/

  Irish & Celtic Music Podcast #55 - Tara MacKenzie, The Nettles,
  Ciara Considine, Switchback, Ceallach, Finn's Fury, Sora,
  Hair of the Dog

  Irish & Celtic Music Podcast #54 - Three-Year Anniversary


NEW BANDS with MP3 DOWNLOADS and REVIEWS
http://www.celticmp3s.com/free/
- "The Road to Drumleman" by Crepuscule
- "This Land" by Linda Connell Studley
- Review: "Shores Of America" by Celtic Cross
- Review: "A Light In The Forest" by Anne Roos
- Review: "Keltoi Anam" by Kilrush
- Review: "The Rhythm Chapter" by Fiddlers 3
- "Blow Ye Winds" by Henry Martin
- Review: "Whiskers In The Jar" by Marc Gunn & The Dubliners' Tabby Cats
- "Run To Her" by Roger Dawdry and the Firestarters
- "The Road to Lisdoonvarna" by The Almost Irish Band


I hope you enjoy the MP3s.

Slainte!
Marc Gunn, Bard

---

NEWS for SONG HENGE MEMBERS
http://www.songhenge.com/cmp3/
The September edition of the Song Henge will be out very soon.

---

CELTIC PODCAST NETWORK
http://www.celticmp3s.com/radio/
- Irish and Celtic Music Podcast
- MarcSongs Podcast
- Celtic Music News
- Renaissance Festival Podcast
- Cleveland Celtic Podcast
- Pub Songs Podcast
- Brobdingnagian Minute
- Smallpiper
- Irish Music Podcast
- Pacific NW Celtic Music Podcast
- Pure Brilliant
- Republic of Avalon Radio
- Celt With A Twist

---

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

Submit Your Irish & Celtic Band
http://www.celticmp3s.com/submit/



_____________________________________SPONSOR__________

JOIN SONG HENGE FOR GREAT CELTIC MUSIC
http://www.songhenge.com/cmp3/
Save time and money when you join Song Henge,
the hottest new resource from the Celtic MP3s Music
Magazine.

Are you tired of scouring this website trying to find
the great Celtic music you love only to find out that
your band no longer offers free Celtic MP3s?

Song Henge will save you the effort. Get a free CD's
worth of great independent Irish & Celtic music and
access our exclusive Song Henge message board. We're
changing the way you hear Celtic music.

Special Discounts on Lifetime Memberships for
Subscribers. Order now http://www.celticmp3s.com/members/



=========================
ABOUT THE CELTIC MP3s MUSIC MAGAZINE
=========================

"Celtic MP3s Music Magazine" is a weekly publication by
Celtic American folksinger and podcaster Marc Gunn. The
magazine promotes Celtic musicians worldwide, and you
can help these artists:

     1. Visit the links provided
     2. Download the music
     3. Order a CD or 'tip' the band
     4. Forward this ezine to THREE friends
     5. Ask them to subscribe and help Celtic music grow


Learn more about
http://celticmp3s.com <-- Celtic MP3s Music Magazine
http://marcgunn.com <-- Marc Gunn

Promote your music with Celtic MP3s
http://www.celticmp3s.com/promote/

=========================

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#156 From: "Marc Gunn" <marc@...>
Date: Mon Aug 4, 2008 3:26 pm
Subject: New Features on the Website 		marc_gunn_bard
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Send Email Send Email
  
Marc Gunn's "Celtic MP3 Music Magazine"

Changing the way you hear Celtic Music
A weekly ezine of legal free Celtic MP3 downloads
Changing the way you hear Celtic Music
Aug 4, 2008 -- 20,000+ subscribers

HIGHLIGHTS...
- Reading the Celtic MP3s Blog
- Attn Artists: New Celtic Compilation Coming Soon
- New Bands with MP3 Downloads and Reviews
- CD Reviews
- Song Henge Updates
- Manage your subscription

    Don't just download.
    Support artists you like & Buy.
    Then, forward this newsletter to a friend.
    Or want to receive the newsletter in HTML?
    Subscribe here: http://www.celticmp3s.com/members/


=========================
CELTIC MUSIC NEWS
=========================

Greetings Celtic Music Lover,

I made some big changes to the Celtic MP3s Music Magazine last
month. You may not easily see them on the website, but my goal
was to make it easier for you to find the content of the magazine.

Here is what's new:

  1. The homepage now has a direct link to http://www.celticmp3s.com/free/
  where all the free downloads and reviews are available.

  2. You can now subscribe to the blog RSS feed by adding
  http://feeds.feedburner.com/celticmp3s to your favorite blog
  reader.

Or best of all,

  3. Get a daily email update of the blog featuring the latest
  Celtic MP3s and reviews.
http://www.feedburner.com/fb/a/emailverifySubmit?feedId=1426843&loc=en_US

That last one is extra cool. Instead of waiting once a month for
your downloads, you can get them once a day as they are released.
How cool is that? Sign up and find out!


ATTN ARTISTS: NEW CELTIC COMPILATION IN THE WORKS
It is time to start work on another Celtic compilation CD.
This one is specifically designed to highlight some great Irish
& Celtic Music for St. Patrick's Day. I have a ton of submissions
to review, but if you are an artist and interested in being a
part of my latest compilation CD, please email me
music@... with "CELTIC COMPILATION"
in the subject line.


WHISKERS IN THE JAR: IRISH SONGS FOR CAT LOVERS
Fans of Irish music and cats have waited nearly nearly three
years for the completion of the second installment of Irish
songs for cat lovers. "Whiskers in the Jar" is my latest
offering. It features 14 tracks of Irish music and is already
pulling in the purring reviews from fans.

   "This is a GREAT CD not just for cat lovers but for
   everyone who enjoys folk music. The lyrics are fun and
   original and the music is lively. Whenever I listen to
   it I wind up in a good mood." --MaryLou Griffith

The CD is now waiting to be adopted by you at CD Baby. They
also make fantastic gifts for your cat loving friends. Want
to be more a part of my music, join my street team.

Adopt "Whiskers in the Jar"
http://cdbaby.com/cd/gunnmarc4/from/celtic/

Join Marc Gunn's Street Team
http://www.reverbnation.com/marcgunn


Thanks again for subscribing to the Celtic MP3s Music
Magazine. I hope you enjoy all the new music.

Slainte!
- Marc Gunn

---

LATEST IRISH & CELTIC MUSIC PODCAST SHOWS
http://www.celticmusicpodcast.com/

  Irish & Celtic Music Podcast #53 - Angus Mohr, Darren
  Raleigh, Celtic Sands, Kevin Tyler, Sixty Six Days,
  Kilrush, Rising Gael

  Irish & Celtic Music Podcast #52 - Feature on Irish Musicians -
  Rattle the Board, Claire Roche, James Connolly, Ken O'Malley,
  Bow Triplets, The Elders


NEW BANDS with MP3 DOWNLOADS and REVIEWS
http://www.celticmp3s.com/free/
- NEMOFOTMAD Chord Book
- "Ring of Fire" by Finn's Fury
- "The Galway Girl" by The Langer's Ball
- "Cod Liver Oil" by Pog Mo Thon
- "Jenny O'Farrell" by Jim Abel
- "The Music Of Turlough O'Carolan And Other Irish
   Treasures" by Thomas Patrick Kenny
- "The High Kings" by The High Kings
- "The Whiskey Never Lies" by Sligo Rags
- "The Pilgrims Road" by Aisling
- "Carrick Fergus" by Sweetfire
- "For My Grandfathers" by Terry Griffith
- "Quick Step/Whistling Rufus" by Rattle the Boards
- "A'e Fond Kiss" by The Midgies
- "Dear Lady" by Appalachian Celtic Consort


I hope you enjoy the MP3s.

Slainte!
Marc Gunn, Bard

---

NEWS for SONG HENGE MEMBERS
http://www.songhenge.com/
I just sent out the July edition of Song Henge a
few minutes ago. August is already in the works.

---

CELTIC PODCAST NETWORK
http://www.celticmp3s.com/radio/
- Irish and Celtic Music Podcast
- MarcSongs Podcast
- Celtic Music News
- Renaissance Festival Podcast
- Cleveland Celtic Podcast
- Pub Songs Podcast
- Brobdingnagian Minute
- Smallpiper
- Irish Music Podcast
- Pacific NW Celtic Music Podcast
- Pure Brilliant
- Republic of Avalon Radio
- Celt With A Twist

---

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

Submit Your Irish & Celtic Band
http://www.celticmp3s.com/submit/



_____________________________________SPONSOR__________

JOIN SONG HENGE FOR GREAT CELTIC MUSIC
http://www.songhenge.com/
Save time and money when you join Song Henge,
the hottest new resource from the Celtic MP3s Music
Magazine.

Are you tired of scouring this website trying to find
the great Celtic music you love only to find out that
your band no longer offers free Celtic MP3s?

Song Henge will save you the effort. Get a free CD's
worth of great independent Irish & Celtic music and
access our exclusive Song Henge message board. We're
changing the way you hear Celtic music.

Special Discounts on Lifetime Memberships for
Subscribers. Order now http://www.celticmp3s.com/members/



=========================
ABOUT THE CELTIC MP3s MUSIC MAGAZINE
=========================

"Celtic MP3s Music Magazine" is a weekly publication by
Celtic American folksinger and podcaster Marc Gunn. The
magazine promotes Celtic musicians worldwide, and you
can help these artists:

     1. Visit the links provided
     2. Download the music
     3. Order a CD or 'tip' the band
     4. Forward this ezine to THREE friends
     5. Ask them to subscribe and help Celtic music grow


Learn more about
http://celticmp3s.com <-- Celtic MP3s Music Magazine
http://marcgunn.com <-- Marc Gunn

Promote your music with Celtic MP3s
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Date: Sun Jun 29, 2008 4:50 pm
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- Ireland in Review
- Three-Year Anniversary of Celtic Podcast
- Whiskers in the Jar: Irish Songs for Cat Lovers
- New Bands with MP3 Downloads
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Greetings Celtic Music Lover,

Ireland was magnificient. But then I'm sure you know that.
Coming from hot, 100 degree weather in Texas and arriving to
50s and 60s was sheer perfection. Perfect temperature, beautiful
lush, green, landscape, fantastic people, great food, amazing
drinks. *sigh* I'm ready to go back.

My absolute favorte place to visit on this trip was
Gougane Barra, a lush green valley in Southeast Ireland with
a beautiful lake and 6th century stone church. It was peaceful
and serene. We had lunch beneath a stone circle. We sang songs
late into the night in Leenane. We soulfully danced and played
through Brigit's Garden. We ate and drank like Irish kings.
Well, you get the idea. If you want to see pictures from the
trip or read my Ireland blog, please enjoy.

Vacation tour of Ireland Pictures
http://www.flickr.com/photos/bellobard/sets/72157605629884084/

and Ireland Blog
http://www.marcgunn.com/labels/travel.shtml

The one downside to the trip was I caught a cold near the end.
That turned into a sore throat when I got home and laryngitis
that I just now got over. I spent the last two weeks sleeping
trying to recover. Consequently, I only released one podcast
in the past two weeks. It was my personal podcast, the
Pub Songs Podcast, recorded live from Ireland.

Pub Songs Podcast
http://www.pubsong.com/

I'm feeling better now which means it's time to celebrate the...


THREE-YEAR ANNIVERSARY OF THE IRISH & CELTIC MUSIC PODCAST
Yes, July 28th marks the three-year anniversary of the podcast.
Fifty-one episodes are currently up. I hope to post show fifty-
two tomorrow at the latest. Then I'm gonna try to plug out a
bunch more shows.

Last month, I mentioned the the Celtic Mini-Podcasts. Well,
I found out that the People's Choice Podcast Award Nominations
don't open until September instead of July like last year. So
I'm gonna delay those mini-podcasts until then. If you'd like
to submit some Celtic Mini-Podcast show ideas, there's an open
discussion in the Song Henge forum for members. But you can
also email me mini-show ideas. We're talking 4-5 song shows
featuring a specific topic, like fiddle, gaelic singing,
bagpipes, drinking songs, etc.. I'd love to hear your thoughts.

Again, looks like you will have to wait until September for
those shows to kick in. So head on over to the Song Henge forum
and submit show ideas. I'd like to get those prepared as soon
as possible.

Stay tuned for a new Irish & Celtic Music Podcast very soon!
http://www.celticmusicpodcast.com


WHISKERS IN THE JAR: IRISH SONGS FOR CAT LOVERS
Fans of Irish music and cats have waited nearly nearly three
years for the completion of the second installment of Irish
songs for cat lovers. "Whiskers in the Jar" is my latest
offering. It features 14 tracks of Irish music and is already
pulling in the purring reviews from fans.

   "This is a GREAT CD not just for cat lovers but for
   everyone who enjoys folk music. The lyrics are fun and
   original and the music is lively. Whenever I listen to
   it I wind up in a good mood." --MaryLou Griffith

The CD is now waiting to be adopted by you at CD Baby. They
also make fantastic gifts for your cat loving friends. Want
to be more a part of my music, join my street team.

Adopt "Whiskers in the Jar"
http://cdbaby.com/cd/gunnmarc4/from/celtic/

Join Marc Gunn's Street Team
http://www.reverbnation.com/marcgunn


As always, I want to thank you for being a part of this
magazine. Don't forget to click the link of "New Bands with
MP3 Downloads" below to download the latest individual free
MP3s offered by great independent Celtic bands.

Slainte!
- Marc Gunn

---

LATEST IRISH & CELTIC MUSIC PODCAST SHOWS
http://www.celticmusicpodcast.com/

   Irish & Celtic Music Podcast #51 - Patrick Kenny,
   Beggarmen, Braia, Round the House, Sheridan Band,
   Slainte, Shauna Burns, Shelton, Siren's Song


NEW BANDS with MP3 DOWNLOADS
http://www.celticmp3s.com/free/
- "The Drunken Priests of Donegal" by Damanta
- "Green Badge of Shame" by Ceann
- "Fermoy Lasses Medley" by The Nettles
- "Good Morning, Are You Ready Yet?" by Blackwater
- "Irish Rover" by The Canny Brothers Band
- "Twilight" by Sora
- "Scolding Wife" by Bote
- "Come Out Ye Black and Tans" by Sixtysixdays
- "Foggy Dew" by Angus Mohr
- "Rocky Road to Dublin" by The Wild Celts


CELTIC MUSIC CD REVIEWS & ARTICLES
http://www.celticmp3s.com/magazine/
- "Slip Tease" by Vicki Swan & Jonny Dyer
- "Greatest Hits" by The Gentlemen
- "All Rogues And Villians" by The Duncan McFarlane Band
- "Bloom" by The McDades
- "First Flight" by NightinGael
- "OMaille" by Ken O'Malley
- "Donegal" by Hair Of The Dog
- "Newry Town" by The Beggarmen

I hope you enjoy the MP3s.

Slainte!
Marc Gunn, Bard

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The new Song Henge album is up and ready to be
downloaded. If you are a member, you should've
received your notice yesterday. Enjoy!

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CELTIC PODCAST NETWORK
http://www.celticmp3s.com/radio/
- Irish and Celtic Music Podcast
- MarcSongs Podcast
- Celtic Music News
- Renaissance Festival Podcast
- Cleveland Celtic Podcast
- Pub Songs Podcast
- Brobdingnagian Minute
- Smallpiper
- Irish Music Podcast
- Pacific NW Celtic Music Podcast
- Pure Brilliant
- Republic of Avalon Radio
- Celt With A Twist

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"Celtic MP3s Music Magazine" is a weekly publication by
Celtic American folksinger and podcaster Marc Gunn. The
magazine promotes Celtic musicians worldwide, and you
can help these artists:

     1. Visit the links provided
     2. Download the music
     3. Order a CD or 'tip' the band
     4. Forward this ezine to THREE friends
     5. Ask them to subscribe and help Celtic music grow


Learn more about
http://celticmp3s.com <-- Celtic MP3s Music Magazine
http://marcgunn.com <-- Marc Gunn

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#154 From: "Marc Gunn" <marc@...>
Date: Wed May 21, 2008 4:53 pm
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- New Bands with MP3 Downloads
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Greetings Celtic Music Lovers,

It is a busy time for me. In two weeks, I hop an airplane to
Ireland for the last Brobdingnagian Bards Tour of Ireland. I
can't wait too. Good friends, beautiful landscape, wonderful
people and great drink. Guinness, stock up cuz here I come!


IRISH & CELTIC MUSIC MINI-PODCAST
Ten days on the road with unknown internet connections, I am
trying to make sure my podcasts are all up-to-date. I just
finished show #50 and the shownotes for #51 are done as well.

That preparation got me thinking about the summer. July marks
the 3-year anniversary of the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast
and also the PodCastAwards. I thought a good way to celebrate
AND pimp the podcast was to put together Celtic Mini-Podcasts.

The podcasts will be short shows that highlight specific
topics throughout the month of July on a much more frequent
basis. I'm still working out the details, but the ultimate
goal is to spread the word about the podcast and to win Best
Podsafe Music in the PodCast Awards.

So keep an eye open next month when I share more details
this three-year anniversary promotion.

Irish & Celtic Music Podcast
http://www.celticmusicpodcast.com/


GOING FOR BROGUE: IRISH PUB SONGS AND SEA SHANTIES
A while back, I threw together a few recordings of Irish songs
for my Irish Songs & Lyrics website. Those recordings are now
on a new compilation CD called "Going for Brogue", and I just
got word that the CD was shipped Friday. Stay tuned!

"Whiskers in the Jar: Irish Songs for Cat Lovers", my latest
CD combining my love of Celtic music and cats should be shipped
any day now as well. So everyone who pre-ordered the CD, it
will be here soon!

You can pre-order both those albums here:
http://www.catdrinkingsongs.com/adopt_it.shtml

And if you're interested in joining my Street Team to promote
Marc Gunn or the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast, join here:
http://www.reverbnation.com/marcgunn

Thanks for being a part of the Celtic MP3s Music Magazine.
I hope you find a ton of great bands and continue to support
independent Celtic music for many, many years to come.

Slainte!
- Marc Gunn

---

LATEST IRISH & CELTIC MUSIC PODCAST SHOWS
http://www.celticmusicpodcast.com/

   Irish & Celtic Music Podcast #50 - Beggarmen, Fire in
   the Kitchen, Damanta, LabGraal, Aisling, Nua, No Fixed
   Abode, Gennady Sherman, Ancient Times

   Irish & Celtic Music Podcast #49 - Melanie Gruben,
   Poitin, Ken O'Malley, Slainte, Brigand's Folie,
   Siren's Song, Carbon Leaf, Celtic Cross, The Logues


NEW BANDS with MP3 DOWNLOADS
http://www.celticmp3s.com/free/
- "Foggy Dew" by Angus Mohr
- "Turning Away" by Shelton
- "Whistling Gypsy" by Maidens IV
- "Last Day" by Caellach
- "Broom of Cowdeknowes" by Conor Savage
- "Barnacles on the Hull" by Bote
- "Sheebeg and Sheemore" by Suzanne de St. Aubin


CELTIC MUSIC CD REVIEWS & ARTICLES
http://www.celticmp3s.com/magazine/
- "The Queen Among The Heather" by Jeannie Robertson
- "Under A Texas Skye" by Hugh Morrison
- "Eye Of The Storm" by Albannach
- "Starlight and Shadow" by Siren's Song

I hope you enjoy the MP3s.

Slainte!
Marc Gunn, Bard

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NEWS for SONG HENGE MEMBERS
http://www.songhenge.com/
The new pack of Song Henge MP3s will be hitting
your inbox very soon with some tasty Celtic
treats.

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CELTIC PODCAST NETWORK
http://www.celticmp3s.com/radio/
- Irish and Celtic Music Podcast
- MarcSongs Podcast
- Celtic Music News
- Renaissance Festival Podcast
- Cleveland Celtic Podcast
- Pub Songs Podcast
- Brobdingnagian Minute
- Smallpiper
- Irish Music Podcast
- Pacific NW Celtic Music Podcast
- Pure Brilliant
- Republic of Avalon Radio
- Celt With A Twist

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Are you tired of scouring this website trying to find
the great Celtic music you love only to find out that
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Song Henge will save you the effort. Get a free CD's
worth of great independent Irish & Celtic music and
access our exclusive Song Henge message board. We're
changing the way you hear Celtic music.

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ABOUT THE CELTIC MP3s MUSIC MAGAZINE
=========================

"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!

HELPWARE:
This ezine is not totally free. It is designed to promote
Celtic musicians worldwide. You can help these artists by
doing the following:

     1. Visit the links provided
     2. Download the music
     3. Order a CD or 'tip' the band
     4. Forward this ezine to THREE friends
     5. Ask them to subscribe and help Celtic music grow


Learn more about
http://celticmp3s.com <-- Celtic MP3s Music Magazine
http://marcgunn.com <-- Bard Marc Gunn
http://thebards.net <-- Brobdingnagian Bards

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#153 From: "Marc Gunn" <marc@...>
Date: Sat Apr 19, 2008 3:04 am
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- Celtic Music for St. Patrick's Day
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Greetings Celtic Music Lovers,
Everyone have a safe and happy St. Patrick's Day? I wish I could
say I did. Nothing worse than getting the flu on your birthday
and such a fun holiday. Ah well, I made the best of it. And even
finished two killer Irish & Celtic Music Podcasts which rocked
the charts on iTunes.

I am finally just about back to full health again. It was a
long month of recovery. I feel pretty good now and I'm finally
catching up on a lot of overdue projects. I should have a new
Celtic podcast out shortly.

Irish & Celtic Music Podcast
http://www.celticmusicpodcast.com/


HAPPY VICTIMS OF IRISH MUSIC
One of the exciting things for me that happened over
St. Patrick's Day was the climb of last year's Victims of
Irish Music compilation to #13 on the iTunes World Music charts.
With a special feature from iTunes, the amazing artists on this
album were exposed to tons of Irish music fans. With any luck,
each band has earned scores of new fans themselves. A special
thanks to everyone who picked up a copy of that CD over the
holiday. That was a great way to support independent Celtic
music.

Victims of Irish Music
http://cdbaby.com/cd/victimsirishmusic/from/celtic/


WHISKERS IN THE JAR: IRISH SONGS FOR CAT LOVERS
The new CD is finished and off to the printers. Those who
adopted the early copies of the album are already laying out
there love and excitement for the new CD.

The final album will be released late May. But you can download
three free tracks from the album and pre-order your copy at
www.catdrinkingsongs.com. If you love cats and you love Celtic
music, you will adore this CD.


Well, that's about all the news for now. I'm sure I forgot
something, but what's new. Hey! If you want to find out more
about me and my music projects, check out my website at
www.marcgunn.com.

Tthanks for being a part of the Celtic MP3s Music Magazine.
I hope you find a ton of great bands and continue to support
independent Celtic music for many, many years to come. Slainte!
- Marc Gunn, Bard

---

LATEST IRISH & CELTIC MUSIC PODCAST SHOWS
http://www.celticmusicpodcast.com/

   Irish & Celtic Music Podcast #48 -
   St. Patrick's Day Celtic Music Diaspora Special #2

   Irish & Celtic Music Podcast #47 - St. Patrick's
   Day Celtic Music Diaspora Special #1


NEW BANDS with MP3 DOWNLOADS
http://www.celticmp3s.com/free/
- "Juras Promessas" by Braia
- "Pretty Saro" by Silver Spire
- "A'e Fond Kiss" by The Midgies
- "Bloom" by Shauna Burns
- "The Blacksmith" by Slainte
- "La Jument de Michao" by LabGraal
- "Sidomhaimeoii" by Anne McWiden
- "The Fall Song" by Damanta
- "Cribbage Set" by Vicki Swan and John Dyer
- "Star of the County Down" by Celtic Sands
- "Mannin veq Veen" by Skeeal
- "Bolinree" by Switchback
- "The Fairie Thorn" by Brigands' Folie
- "Gabham Molta Bhride" by Teresa Doyle
- "The Whiskey Never Lies" by Sligo Rags


CELTIC MUSIC CD REVIEWS & ARTICLES
http://www.celticmp3s.com/magazine/
- "Starlight and Shadow" by Siren's Song
- "Harper's Bizarre" by Sarah Marie Mullen
- "I Know You're Out There" by Mimi Burns Band
- "Dancin' Beggarman" by The Trinity River Whalers
- "Con Suite" by Emerald Rose
- "Two Gentlemen Of The Road" by Jimmy MacBeath & Davie Stewart
- "Gretchen Priest and Plaidgrass" by Gretchen Priest
- "Mother Ireland's Daughters" by Cynthia Bennett

I hope you enjoy the MP3s.

Slainte!
Marc Gunn, Bard

---

NEWS for SONG HENGE MEMBERS
http://www.songhenge.com/
We had a ton of new MP3s for Song Henge subscribers.
Over 30 in fact. It's a good month for independent
Celtic music! But then... when isn't it? You should
have your latest Song Henge ezine in your inbox.

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CELTIC PODCAST NETWORK
http://www.celticmp3s.com/radio/
- Irish and Celtic Music Podcast
- MarcSongs Podcast
- Celtic Music News
- Renaissance Festival Podcast
- Cleveland Celtic Podcast
- Pub Songs Podcast
- Brobdingnagian Minute
- Smallpiper
- Irish Music Podcast
- Pacific NW Celtic Music Podcast
- Pure Brilliant
- Republic of Avalon Radio
- Celt With A Twist

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Magazine.

Are you tired of scouring this website trying to find
the great Celtic music you love only to find out that
your band no longer offers free Celtic MP3s?

Song Henge will save you the effort. Get a free CD's
worth of great independent Irish & Celtic music and
access our exclusive Song Henge message board. We're
changing the way you hear Celtic music.

Special Discounts on Lifetime Memberships for
Subscribers. Order now http://www.celticmp3s.com/members/



=========================
ABOUT THE CELTIC MP3s MUSIC MAGAZINE
=========================

"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!

HELPWARE:
This ezine is not totally free. It is designed to promote
Celtic musicians worldwide. You can help these artists by
doing the following:

     1. Visit the links provided
     2. Download the music
     3. Order a CD or 'tip' the band
     4. Forward this ezine to THREE friends
     5. Ask them to subscribe and help Celtic music grow


Learn more about
http://celticmp3s.com <-- Celtic MP3s Music Magazine
http://marcgunn.com <-- Bard Marc Gunn
http://thebards.net <-- Brobdingnagian Bards

Promote your music with Celtic MP3s
http://www.celticmp3s.com/promote/

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#152 From: "Marc Gunn" <marc@...>
Date: Thu Mar 6, 2008 9:58 pm
Subject: St. Patrick's Day 2008 Is Coming 		marc_gunn_bard
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- Best Celtic Music of 2007
- Bards Vacation Tour of Ireland 2008
- Vote Celtic in the Austin Music Poll
- New Bands with MP3 Downloads
- CD Reviews
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Greetings Celtic Music Lovers,

St. Patrick's Day is almost here. And I'm really looking forward
to it as usual, partially because it's a wonderful opportunity
for great music and gigs, and partially because March 17th is
my birthday. W00t!

If you're in Austin, you will find a nice list of St. Patrick's
Day events listed at http://www.stpatricksdayparty.net/ .


IRISH SONGS FOR CAT LOVERS
Thusfar, I've had little time to think about St. Patrick's Day
though, because I spent February recording my follow-up to the
popular CD, "Irish Drinking Songs for Cat Lovers". The new
album is called "Whiskers in the Jar: Irish Songs for Cat Lovers".
I recorded it with Rich Brotherton, who also produced albums here
in Austin by Ed Miller and The Tea Merchants. It sounds amazing!

The final album will be out in late April. You can download three
free tracks from the album and pre-order your copy at
www.catdrinkingsongs.com. If you love cats and you love Celtic
music, you will adore this CD.


CELTIC MUSIC FOR ST. PATRICK'S DAY
While the cat CD took up most my time for February, I'm now
preparing a couple new shows for the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast
to once again celebrate all the amazing music of Celts around the
world. I even have a cool theme coming up, Celtic Music from
Second (and greater) generation Celtic disaspora.

I was looking at a Celtic radio show playlist just the other day,
and saw all these great bands from Ireland and Scotland, but NONE
from America, Canada, Australia, Germany, Italy, Czech Republic,
Brazil. The Celts are now ALL over the world. And it seems a
pitty to me that more of their music is not heard. So one of
these next shows will be dedicated to those deserved musicians.

If you're not subscribed to the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast
(a podcast is just an MP3 that you can download for free), then
head on over to www.celticmusicpodcast.com and find out how to
subscribe and get the music delivered to you as soon as it is
released!

I also want to thank everyone who picked up a copy of "Victims
of Irish Music". The CD is skyrocketing this year, especially on
iTunes where it is currently #70 of the most-popular World music CDs.

Victims of Irish Music
http://cdbaby.com/cd/victimsirishmusic/from/celtic/

Victims on iTunes
http://click.linksynergy.com/fs-bin/stat?id=c6hYXiumyAg&offerid=78941&type=3&sub\
id=0&tmpid=1826&RD_PARM1=http://phobos.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewA\
lbum?id=252456286&s=143441


VACATION TOUR OF IRELAND
The Brobdingnagian Bards Vacation Tour of Ireland deadline is
now past. However, we still have a few more spaces available.
So it is not too late to join the most memorable tour of
Ireland you will ever experience. Hurry on over and find out
how you can become a part of Ireland.

Learn more about our Vacation Tour of Ireland.
http://www.thebards.net/ireland/


AUSTIN MUSIC POLL
I want to thank EVERYONE who helped me out by voting in the
Austin Music Poll. The results will be published right before
St. Patrick's Day. And while I don't know for sure if we won,
we have had our third invite to attend the Austin Music Awards.
So thank you, thank you, thank you!

And a special thanks for being a part of the Celtic MP3s Music
Magazine. I hope you find a ton of great music and continue to
support independent Celtic music for many, many years to come.
Slainte!
- Marc Gunn, Bard

---

LATEST IRISH & CELTIC MUSIC PODCAST SHOWS
http://www.celticmusicpodcast.com/

   Irish & Celtic Music Podcast #46 - McDades, T.J. Hull and
   Jeff Ksiazek, Christian Cargill, Robbi McMillen, Mabon,
   Ed Walker, Shamus O'Blivion

   Irish & Celtic Music Podcast #45 - More Fantastic Celtic
   Music for 2008


NEW BANDS with MP3 DOWNLOADS
http://www.celticmp3s.com/free/
- "Irish Rover" by Darren Mullins
- "A Jig For River" by The Persephone Pickers
- "Shores of America" by Celtic Cross
- "Canterbury" by Ceallach
- "Nancy Whiskey" by Jesse Ferguson, The Bard of Corwall
- "Step It Out Mary" by MojoKelt
- "Ballad of Shane MacGowan" by The Dirges
- "Black is the Colour" by Ciara
- "Silk Road" by Sirens' Song
- "Tell Me Dancing Beggerman Medley" by Trinity River Whalers
- "Love Among the Barley" by Vadim Krakovsky
- "The Newry Highwayman" by The Beggermen
- "Next Market Day" by Aisling


CELTIC MUSIC CD REVIEWS & ARTICLES
http://www.celticmp3s.com/magazine/
- "Loud Pipes (Save Lives)" by Prydein
- "A Celtic Rock Tribute To The Cure" by Seven Nations
- "In Good Time" by Poor Man's Fortune
- "Celtic Passage" by Deirdre Ni Chinneide
- "Silverwheel" by Darren Raleigh
- "Out of the Ordinary" by Claire Roche

I hope you enjoy the MP3s.

Slainte!
Marc Gunn, Bard

---

NEWS for SONG HENGE MEMBERS
http://www.songhenge.com/
I hope you enjoyed the MP3s for February. Looks
like we have another big month of files, as
typically happens in March. I hope to release
more before St. Patrick's Day

---

CELTIC PODCAST NETWORK
http://www.celticmp3s.com/radio/
- Irish and Celtic Music Podcast
- MarcSongs Podcast
- Celtic Music News
- Renaissance Festival Podcast
- Cleveland Celtic Podcast
- Pub Songs Podcast
- Brobdingnagian Minute
- Smallpiper
- Irish Music Podcast
- Pacific NW Celtic Music Podcast
- Pure Brilliant
- Republic of Avalon Radio
- Celt With A Twist

---

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

Submit Your Irish & Celtic Band
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_____________________________________SPONSOR__________

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Save time and money when you join Song Henge,
the hottest new resource from the Celtic MP3s Music
Magazine.

Are you tired of scouring this website trying to find
the great Celtic music you love only to find out that
your band no longer offers free Celtic MP3s?

Song Henge will save you the effort. Get a free CD's
worth of great independent Irish & Celtic music and
access our exclusive Song Henge message board. We're
changing the way you hear Celtic music.

Special Discounts on Lifetime Memberships for
Subscribers. Order now http://www.celticmp3s.com/members/



=========================
ABOUT THE CELTIC MP3s MUSIC MAGAZINE
=========================

"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!

HELPWARE:
This ezine is not totally free. It is designed to promote
Celtic musicians worldwide. You can help these artists by
doing the following:

     1. Visit the links provided
     2. Download the music
     3. Order a CD or 'tip' the band
     4. Forward this ezine to THREE friends
     5. Ask them to subscribe and help Celtic music grow


Learn more about
http://celticmp3s.com <-- Celtic MP3s Music Magazine
http://marcgunn.com <-- Bard Marc Gunn
http://thebards.net <-- Brobdingnagian Bards

Promote your music with Celtic MP3s
http://www.celticmp3s.com/promote/

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#151 From: "Marc Gunn" <marc@...>
Date: Thu Jan 17, 2008 10:14 pm
Subject: Best Celtic Albums of 2007 		marc_gunn_bard
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HIGHLIGHTS...
- Best Celtic Music of 2007
- Bards Vacation Tour of Ireland 2008
- Vote Celtic in the Austin Music Poll
- New Bands with MP3 Downloads
- CD Reviews
- Song Henge Updates
- Manage your subscription

    Don't just download.
    Support artists you like & Buy.
    Then, forward this newsletter to a friend.
    Or want to receive the newsletter in HTML?
    Subscribe here: http://www.celticmp3s.com/members/


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Greetings Celtic Music Lovers,

Happy New Year! I hope your holidays were awesome! I had a
great time flying to Germany where I played in an Irish pub in
Rudesheim. Now THAT was an experience. Especially since I don't
speak a speck of German.

For New Years (known as Hogmanay in Scotland), I got all creative
and recorded "Auld Lang Syne" for my MarcSongs Podcast. I even
found a translation for some of that difficult to understand
Scots.

MarcSongs Podcast
http://www.marcgunn.com/marcsongs/


BEST CELTIC MUSIC OF 2007
It's that time of year for 'Best Of' lists. So I asked Catherine
Tully to post her favorite albums of 2007. And voila! They are
up along with another one by Austin Celtic Storm DJ, Donnelle
McKaskle.

See the Best Celtic Albums of 2007
http://www.celticmp3s.com/magazine/

And I posted the top voted songs in the last the latest Irish
& Celtic Music Podcast. I should have a new show up soon which
will include more music from those well-loved artists.


LAST CHANCE TO JOIN THE BARDS 2008 VACATION TOUR OF IRELAND
Ever wanted to go to Ireland. My band is taking a bunch of
Celtophiles to Ireland in June for a fantastic, non-touristy
trip to some of the hidden gemms of Ireland. The deadline is
January 23rd. Come join me!

Vacation Tour of Ireland
http://www.thebards.net/ireland/


VOTE FOR CELTIC MUSIC - ONE FINAL WEE REQUEST
The Austin Music Poll is back. Last year, my band won an award
thanks to your help, as did The Tea Merchants. I'd like to ask
for your help once again. Anyone in the world can vote in the
Austin Music Poll, but only Austin bands can win. So I posted
a few suggestions for other Celtic artists who I enjoy. Please
vote Celtic in this year's Poll. I'm still hoping we'll win
Best Folk Band.

Vote in the Austin Music Poll
http://www.marcgunn.com/austinmusicpoll/


Thanks for being a part of the Celtic MP3s Music Magazine and feel
free to foward this email to your friends. Slainte!
- Marc Gunn, Bard

---

LATEST IRISH & CELTIC MUSIC PODCAST SHOWS
http://www.celticmusicpodcast.com/

    Irish & Celtic Music Podcast #44 - Best of 2007

    Irish & Celtic Music Podcast #43 - Celtic Christmas Special


NEW BANDS with MP3 DOWNLOADS
http://www.celticmp3s.com/free/
- "Real Deal Irish" by The Mighty Regis
- "MTA" by Hair of the Dog
- "Lament of the Wolf" by Jacie McConnell
- "Puirt a' Beul" by Robbi McMillen
- "For We Are Many" by Ceallach
- "The Northwoods" by Atlantic Wave
- "Homes of Donegal" by Ken O'Malley
- "The Winds of Capri" by Plaidgrass
- "Bobby's Own" by Cynthia Bennett
- "Carolan's Quarrel with the Landlady" by Darren Ra...
- "Lilly the Pink" by The Sheridan Band
- "I Saw Three Ships" by The Gryphon Carolers
- "Hushabye" by Soul Path
- "Bitter Sweet" by Austin Coll
- "Loud Pipes (Save Lives)" by Prydein
- "Salamanca" by T.J. Hull and Jeff Ksiazek
- "She Walks in Beauty" by Ceallach
- "The Kitchen Set" by Slane
- "Soldier's Joy and Liberty" by Jolly Rogues


CELTIC MUSIC CD REVIEWS & ARTICLES
http://www.celticmp3s.com/magazine/
- Catherine's Top Ten Celtic CDs of 2007
- Donelle's Top 10 Celtic CDs of 2007
- "Four On The Floor" by Old Blind Dogs
- "Athas" by Athas
- "Upon A Winter's Eve" by The Black House Ceilidh
- "An Nollaig - An Irish Christmas" by Eileen Ivers
- "OK Pewter" by Mabon
- "Tales from Windsor's Tavern" by The Merry Wives o...
- "Visions and Dreams" by Catherine Duc
- "Five Hand Reel" by Five Hand Reel

I hope you enjoy the MP3s.

Slainte!
Marc Gunn, Bard

---

NEWS for SONG HENGE MEMBERS
http://www.songhenge.com/
First, I want to thank EVERYONE who has so faithfully
supported Song Henge, both musicians and Celtic music
lovers. I receive sooo many thanks for the service. So
thank you!

Stay tuned this weekend. I have a Bunch of New MP3s
coming your way.

---

CELTIC PODCAST NETWORK
http://www.celticmp3s.com/radio/
- Irish and Celtic Music Podcast
- MarcSongs Podcast
- Celtic Music News
- Renaissance Festival Podcast
- Cleveland Celtic Podcast
- Pub Songs Podcast
- Brobdingnagian Minute
- Smallpiper
- Irish Music Podcast
- Pacific NW Celtic Music Podcast
- Pure Brilliant
- Republic of Avalon Radio
- Celt With A Twist

---

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

Submit Your Irish & Celtic Band
http://www.celticmp3s.com/submit/



_____________________________________SPONSOR__________

JOIN SONG HENGE FOR GREAT CELTIC MUSIC
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Save time and money when you join Song Henge,
the hottest new resource from the Celtic MP3s Music
Magazine.

Are you tired of scouring this website trying to find
the great Celtic music you love only to find out that
your band no longer offers free Celtic MP3s?

Song Henge will save you the effort. Get a free CD's
worth of great independent Irish & Celtic music and
access our exclusive Song Henge message board. We're
changing the way you hear Celtic music.

Special Discounts on Lifetime Memberships for
Subscribers. Order now http://www.celticmp3s.com/members/



=========================
ABOUT THE CELTIC MP3s MUSIC MAGAZINE
=========================

"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!

HELPWARE:
This ezine is not totally free. It is designed to promote
Celtic musicians worldwide. You can help these artists by
doing the following:

     1. Visit the links provided
     2. Download the music
     3. Order a CD or 'tip' the band
     4. Forward this ezine to THREE friends
     5. Ask them to subscribe and help Celtic music grow


Learn more about
http://celticmp3s.com <-- Celtic MP3s Music Magazine
http://marcgunn.com <-- Bard Marc Gunn
http://thebards.net <-- Brobdingnagian Bards

Promote your music with Celtic MP3s
http://www.celticmp3s.com/promote/

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#150 From: "Marc Gunn" <marc@...>
Date: Tue Nov 20, 2007 10:38 pm
Subject: Searching for Celtic Music 		marc_gunn_bard
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November 20, 2007 -- 17,000+ subscribers

HIGHLIGHTS...
- New Podcast Search Engine
- Celtic Christmas Music
- Bards Vacation Tour of Ireland 2008
- New Bands with MP3 Downloads
- CD Reviews
- Song Henge Updates
- Manage your subscription

    Don't just download.
    Support artists you like & Buy.
    Then, forward this newsletter to a friend.
    Or want to receive the newsletter in HTML?
    Subscribe here: http://www.celticmp3s.com/members/


_____________________________________SPONSOR__________

LOREENA McKENNITT
Nights from the Alhambra
http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B000SO7OMA/thebards

Her best loved songs captured live in concert on a 3 DISC SET
including 1 DVD and 2 CDS! Originally aired in March 2007 on
PBS Great Performances, this enchanting musical performance
set in the heart of Spain, captures the rich hues of Loreena
McKennitt's catalog from Celtic ballads and literary narratives
to highlights from her latest CD, An Ancient Muse


=========================
CELTIC MUSIC NEWS
=========================

Greetings Celtic Music Lovers,

I am in Louisiana right. My band, the Brobdingnagian Bards, are
performing at a festival here so I've been a little slow at getting
this newsletter out. But it is here at last! Thank you for
subscribing and for telling your friends.

Oh! And I am heading to Germany in December. So with any luck
I may have a gig or two or at the very least meet some Celtic
musicians while I'm there.


NEW SEARCH ENGINE AT THE IRISH & CELTIC MUSIC PODCAST
I had a recent request to add a search engine to the Irish
& Celtic Music Podcast. So it is now up. You can search the
website for bands you heard and listen to them in each
show. Check it out at http://www.celticmusicpodcast.com/


CELTIC CHRISTMAS MUSIC
Christmas is just around the corner, and I am getting CDs and
emails about new Celtic Christmas albums. So I bought a new
domain to highlight those CDs. It's at
http://www.celticchristmasmusic.net/

Right now, it links to an old Celtic Christmas page. But if
you have any suggestions for CDs that should go on the site,
please email me.

Also, I am looking for Celtic Christmas music for a special
edition of the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast. If you know of an
Independent Celtic group with Christmas music, ask them to
submit at http://www.celticmp3s.com/submit/ .


BROBDINGNAGIAN BARDS 2008 VACATION TOUR OF IRELAND
Booking for our 2008 tour to Ireland is currently underway. Don't
miss out on this great trip where you will experience Kerry.

Think of Kerry, you may think of Ring Of Kerry, but we are
travelling through the Bearra Peninsula, the most beautiful
peninsula in Ireland. We will visit 5000 year old stone circles
in mountain and waterfall valleys and travel down the beautiful
spiralling Healy Pass that famine refugess built to reach food.

Vacation Tour of Ireland
http://www.thebards.net/ireland/


Thanks for being a part of the Celtic MP3s Music Magazine and feel
free to foward this email to your friends. Slainte!
- Marc Gunn, Bard

---

LATEST IRISH & CELTIC MUSIC PODCAST SHOWS
http://www.celticmusicpodcast.com/

    Irish & Celtic Music Podcast #42 - Special Feature on
    Jed Marum's latest CD Lonestar Stout

    Irish & Celtic Music Podcast #41 - Athas, Terry Griffith,
    Kevin Collins, Scott Boswell, Keltish, Allison Barber, FIMM,
    Canny Brothers Band

    Irish & Celtic Music Podcast #40 - Full Gael, MacTalla Mor,
    Rowan, The Whiskey Bards, Merry Wives of Windsor, Claire Roche,
    Catherine Duc


NEW BANDS with MP3 DOWNLOADS
http://www.celticmp3s.com/free/
- "The Whistle Blower" by The McDades
- "Raggle" by O'Blivion and the Megadeath Morrismen
- "Newry Town Highwayman" by Mrs. Ferris' Pighouse Collection
- "Ynnis Alba" by Ryan M. Barnes
- "Cheesehead Polka Set" by Athas
- "Star of the County Down" by Keltish
- "Celtic Stomp" by Jacie McConnell
- "Schindig" by Mabon
- "Windsor's Cider" by The Merry Wives of Windsor
- "Don't Mind" by The Gentlemen


CELTIC MUSIC CD REVIEWS & ARTICLES
http://www.celticmp3s.com/magazine/
- "Rose in the Heather" by FIMM
- "Fianchetto" by Queen's Gambit
- "14 Miles To Boston" by Jolly Rogues
- "Forevermore" by Answer Hymn
- "Dancin' Cross the Strings" by Steve and Ruth Smith
- "Thyme Awaye" by Thyme Awaye
- "Arse Biscuits" by Patrick's Head
- "Better Than Live" by Marooned
- "Simply Entitled" by John Wiseman
- "Drive Me Mad!" by Fiddler's Green

I hope you enjoy the MP3s.

Slainte!
Marc Gunn, Bard

---

NEWS for SONG HENGE MEMBERS
http://www.songhenge.com/
Thank you for your patience. I'll have your latest ZIP
file up in a wee bit.

---

CELTIC PODCAST NETWORK
http://www.celticmp3s.com/radio/
- Celtic Music News
- Renaissance Festival Podcast
- Cleveland Celtic Podcast
- Irish and Celtic Music Podcast
- MarcSongs Podcast
- Pub Songs Podcast
- Brobdingnagian Minute
- Smallpiper
- Irish Music Podcast
- Pacific NW Celtic Music Podcast
- Pure Brilliant
- Republic of Avalon Radio
- Celt With A Twist

---

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

Submit Your Irish & Celtic Band
http://www.celticmp3s.com/submit/



_____________________________________SPONSOR__________

JOIN SONG HENGE FOR GREAT CELTIC MUSIC
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Save time and money when you join Song Henge,
the hottest new resource from the Celtic MP3s Music
Magazine.

Are you tired of scouring this website trying to find
the great Celtic music you love only to find out that
your band no longer offers free Celtic MP3s?

Song Henge will save you the effort. Get a free CD's
worth of great independent Irish & Celtic music and
access our exclusive Song Henge message board. We're
changing the way you hear Celtic music.

Limited Lifetime Memberships Available
Order now http://www.songhenge.com/



=========================
ABOUT THE CELTIC MP3s MUSIC MAGAZINE
=========================

"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!

HELPWARE:
This ezine is not totally free. It is designed to promote
Celtic musicians worldwide. You can help these artists by
doing the following:

     1. Visit the links provided
     2. Download the music
     3. Order a CD or 'tip' the band
     4. Forward this ezine to THREE friends
     5. Ask them to subscribe and help Celtic music grow


Learn more about
http://celticmp3s.com <-- Celtic MP3s Music Magazine
http://marcgunn.com <-- Bard Marc Gunn
http://thebards.net <-- Brobdingnagian Bards

Promote your music with Celtic MP3s
http://www.celticmp3s.com/promote/

=========================

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#149 From: "Marc Gunn" <marc@...>
Date: Fri Sep 28, 2007 8:47 pm
Subject: St. Patrick's Day 2008 Moved! 		marc_gunn_bard
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October 1, 2007 -- 17,000+ subscribers

HIGHLIGHTS...
- Loreena McKennitt New CD and DVD Set
- St Patrick's Day 2008 Moved
- Bards Vacation Tour of Ireland 2008
- Top The Charts Review
- CD Baby Now Offers MP3 Albums
- New Bands with MP3 Downloads
- CD Reviews
- Song Henge Updates
- Manage your subscription

    Don't just download.
    Support artists you like & Buy.
    Then, forward this newsletter to a friend.
    Or want to receive the newsletter in HTML?
    Subscribe here: http://www.celticmp3s.com/members/


_____________________________________SPONSOR__________

LOREENA McKENNITT
Nights from the Alhambra
http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B000SO7OMA/vervemusicgro-20

Her best loved songs captured live in concert on a 3 DISC SET
including 1 DVD and 2 CDS! Originally aired in March 2007 on
PBS Great Performances, this enchanting musical performance
set in the heart of Spain, captures the rich hues of Loreena
McKennitt's catalog from Celtic ballads and literary narratives
to highlights from her latest CD, An Ancient Muse


=========================
CELTIC MUSIC NEWS
=========================

Greetings Celtic Music Lovers,

Hola! Did everyone have a great Six Months Till St. Patrick's Day
Celebration? Or what I like to call the Six Months Till Marc's
Birthday Celebration? I was in New Jersey playing a wedding. So I
missed most of the partying, but I heard Things Celtic, here in
Austin, had a cool Kilt Fashion Show that I wish I could've
attended. Maybe next year.

Things Celtic
http://www.thingsceltic.com/


ST PATRICK'S DAY 2008 MOVED!
Speaking of St. Patrick's Day, I have some SHOCKING NEWS for 2008.
St. Patrick's Day will NOT be on March 17th!

According to the Vatican Easter Sunday is a early next year, on
March 23rd. Thus, Holy Week should start on March 17th. I think
the Church can't have a Saint's holiday during Holy Week. So Saint
Paddy's Day was moved to March 15th by the Pope.

Despite that, everyone on my Livejournal plans to celebrate St.
Patrick's Day on the 17th as usual. As for me, I'm more in favor
of saying, "Awesome! Let's have Two Days of Partying!"

St. Patrick's Day 2008 Moved
http://www.kandle.ie/content/view/707/152/


BROBDINGNAGIAN BARDS 2008 VACATION TOUR OF IRELAND
In 2007, Andrew and I took about 25 fans to Ireland for a
vacation tour. It was just brilliant. Now, we're jonesing to go
back. This time, we're going with the legendary John Wilmott of
Celtic Ways. He's gonna take us to some of the hidden gems of
Ireland. If you want to experience a tour like no other, join
us in Ireland in June 2008.

Vacation Tour of Ireland
http://www.thebards.net/ireland/

If the Bards Tour doesn't float your boat, check out the Irish
Fireside. This podcast features info about vacationing in Ireland.
And they too are booking a vacation tour of Ireland in 2008.

Irish Fireside
http://www.IrishFireside.com


TOP THE CHARTS
http://www.celticmusicpodcast.com/topthecharts/
I finally talked to Cady Finlayson who was the first Celtic artist
on the Top the Charts feature of the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast.
Cady said she was thrilled to see a definite spike in sales on
June 15th. It wasn't enough for her to Top the Charts. But that was
our first shot! We're gonna do it again on October 15th.

Bookmark the Top the Charts page. We'll have details posted very
soon!

Irish & Celtic Music Podcast
http://www.celticmusicpodcast.com/


CD BABY NOW OFFERS MP3 ALBUMS
http://cdbaby.com/group/irishpodcast/from/celtic/
About two weeks ago, CD Baby started offering a new service. Now
you can purchase MP3 downloads straight from CD Baby. All the music
is DRM-Free and features High-Quality MP3s. iTunes and Amazon have
NOTHING on this service as CD Baby is the #1 place to shop for
independent Irish & Celtic music. Check it out!

Thanks for being a part of the Celtic MP3s Music Magazine and feel
free to foward this email to your friends. Slainte!
- Marc Gunn, Bard

---

LATEST IRISH & CELTIC MUSIC PODCAST SHOWS
http://www.celticmusicpodcast.com/
   Irish & Celtic Music Podcast #39 - Hugh Morrison, Three Quarter
   Ale, Tocando el Aire, Jenneth Tollin, Circled by Hounds, Jamie
   Laval and Ashley Broder

   Irish & Celtic Music Podcast #38 - Special Feature

   Marc Gunn's Irish Songs & More Podcast
   http://www.irish-song-lyrics.com/news.shtml
   A new podcast featuring free MP3s from yours truly.

NEW BANDS with MP3 DOWNLOADS
http://www.celticmp3s.com/free/
- "Spancil Hill" by Jed Marum
- "Glen Sannox" by Ed Walker
- "Shanties By the Way" by Murphy's Law
- "Fairy Queen" by Kenny Klein
- "The Streams of Bunclody," by Sweet Amaryllis
- "Irish Madness" by Irish Madness
- "The Calling" by Ancient Times
- "The Kesh Jig/Give Us a Drink of Water" by Franco Morone
- "Traveling Home" By Allison Barber
- "Chimina Morbheanna" by Allison Girvan
- "The Kitchen Set" by Slane
- "Mockingbird Hill" by Kevin Collins


CELTIC MUSIC CD REVIEWS & ARTICLES
http://www.celticmp3s.com/magazine/
- "Proof" by Greenwich Meantime
- "The New Colossus" by MacTalla Mor
- "Chasing Our Tales" by Circled By Hounds
- "Chrissy Crowley" by Chrissy Crowley
- "Tooraloo" by The Ceili Family

I hope you enjoy the MP3s.

Slainte!
Marc Gunn, Bard

---

NEWS for SONG HENGE MEMBERS
http://www.songhenge.com/
Man! The September Song Henge file will be here shortly
and it is PACKED! We're getting a LOT of great submissions.

---

CELTIC PODCAST NETWORK
http://www.celticmp3s.com/radio/
- Celtic Music News
- Renaissance Festival
- Cleveland Celtic
- Irish and Celtic Music
- MarcSongs Podcast
- Pub Songs
- Brobdingnagian Minute
- Smallpiper
- Irish Music Podcast
- Pacific NW
- Pure Brilliant
- Republic of Avalon Radio
- Celt With A Twist

---

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

Submit Your Irish & Celtic Band
http://www.celticmp3s.com/submit/



_____________________________________SPONSOR__________

JOIN SONG HENGE FOR GREAT CELTIC MUSIC
http://www.songhenge.com/
Save time and money when you join Song Henge,
the hottest new resource from the Celtic MP3s Music
Magazine.

Are you tired of scouring this website trying to find
the great Celtic music you love only to find out that
your band no longer offers free Celtic MP3s?

Song Henge will save you the effort. Get a free CD's
worth of great independent Irish & Celtic music and
access our exclusive Song Henge message board. We're
changing the way you hear Celtic music.

Limited Lifetime Memberships Available
Order now http://www.songhenge.com/



=========================
ABOUT THE CELTIC MP3s MUSIC MAGAZINE
=========================

"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!

HELPWARE:
This ezine is not totally free. It is designed to promote
Celtic musicians worldwide. You can help these artists by
doing the following:

     1. Visit the links provided
     2. Download the music
     3. Order a CD or 'tip' the band
     4. Forward this ezine to THREE friends
     5. Ask them to subscribe and help Celtic music grow


Learn more about
http://celticmp3s.com <-- Celtic MP3s Music Magazine
http://marcgunn.com <-- Bard Marc Gunn
http://thebards.net <-- Brobdingnagian Bards

Promote your music with Celtic MP3s
http://www.celticmp3s.com/promote/

=========================

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#148 From: "Marc Gunn" <marc@...>
Date: Wed Aug 15, 2007 1:24 am
Subject: Back From Ireland 		marc_gunn_bard
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Marc Gunn's "Celtic MP3 Music Magazine"

Changing the way you hear Celtic Music
A weekly ezine of legal free Celtic MP3 downloads
August 15, 2007 -- 17,000+ subscribers

HIGHLIGHTS...
- Music and Photos from Ireland
- Top The Charts Review
- New Bands with MP3 Downloads
- CD Reviews
- Song Henge Updates
- Manage your subscription

    Don't just download.
    Support artists you like & Buy.
    Then, forward this newsletter to a friend.
    Or want to receive the newsletter in HTML?
    Subscribe here: http://www.celticmp3s.com/members/


=========================
CELTIC MUSIC NEWS
=========================

Greetings Celtic Music Lovers,

Sorry for the delay in getting this newsletter out. I'm soooo far
behind after an absolutely brilliant trip to Ireland back in June.
I posted some audio clips from the trip in the last Irish & Celtic
Music Podcast. And if you'd like to see some of my pictures, you
can see them at Flickr.

Irish & Celtic Music Podcast
http://www.celticmusicpodcast.com/

Photos of Ireland
http://www.flickr.com/photos/bellobard/sets/72157600674334755/

I am already planning our next trip. So stay tuned for more info
about that coming soon...

A couple quick updates:

Top The Charts seemed to go over well with people, but as I was
out of the country I was unable to find out how well Cady did
on the charts. I'm gonna plan another one of those in the near
future. And we'll see what we can do then.

Top the Charts
http://www.celticmusicpodcast.com/topthecharts/

I've been pleasantly surprised with the success of my newest
CD, "Irish Drinking Songs: The Cat Lover's Companion". I
released the album in the middle of June and have had dozens
of happy reviews for the new CD. So thanks to those of you
who posted reviews at iTunes and CDBaby.

Irish Drinking Songs: The Cat Lover's Companion
http://cdbaby.com/cd/mgtdtc3/from/celtic/

at iTunes
http://phobos.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewAlbum?id=257492508&s=14344\
1


Thanks again for subscribing and for letting me know how much
you enjoy my podcast and the magazine. Please tell a friend
and enjoy the great music. Slainte!
- Marc Gunn, Bard

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LATEST IRISH & CELTIC MUSIC PODCAST SHOWS
http://www.celticmusicpodcast.com/
   Irish & Celtic Music Podcast #37 - Emerald Rose, Ian Patton,
   Murphy's Law, Ryan Barnes, The Trybe, Strange Woods, Mark
   Davies, Claire Roche

   Brobdingnagian Bards Podcast
   http://www.thebards.net/podcast/
   Live Shows and Commentary from Ireland

   Marc Gunn's Pub Songs Podcast
   http://www.pubsong.com/
   More live shows and commentary from Ireland

   Marc Gunn's Irish Songs & More Podcast
   http://www.irish-song-lyrics.com/podcast.shtml
   A new podcast featuring free MP3s from yours truly.

NEW BANDS with MP3 DOWNLOADS
http://www.celticmp3s.com/free/
- "Month of January" by Thyme Awaye
- "Brennan on the Moor" by Sligo Rags
- "Saxet - 4 Reels" by Poitin
- "Victory Calls" by Word-Stream
- "Red Rose" by Murphy's Law
- "Prairie Rain" by Brian Thomas
- "Celtic Tunes" by Gennady Sherman
- "Puirt a Bheil" by Poor Man's Fortune
- "Four Green Fields" by Canny Brothers Band
- "The Night Pat Murphy Died" by Fiddler's Green
- "Dancin' Cross the Strings" by Steve and Ruth Smith
- "Absent Friends" by No Fixed Abode


CELTIC MUSIC CD REVIEWS & ARTICLES
http://www.celticmp3s.com/magazine/
- "Proof" by Greenwich Meantime
- "The New Colossus" by MacTalla Mor
- "Chasing Our Tales" by Circled By Hounds
- "Chrissy Crowley" by Chrissy Crowley
- "Tooraloo" by The Ceili Family
- "Alexandra" by Larkin
- "The Bardic Wyrd" by Jenneth Tollin
- "The Celtic Harp" by Mark Davies
- "Zephyr In The Confetti Factory" by Jamie Laval & ...

I hope you enjoy the MP3s.

Slainte!
Marc Gunn, Bard

---

NEWS for SONG HENGE MEMBERS
http://www.songhenge.com/
I should have a new file up for you very soon. Sorry
for the delay.

---

CELTIC PODCAST NETWORK
http://www.celticmp3s.com/radio/
- Celtic Music News
- Renaissance Festival
- Cleveland Celtic
- Irish and Celtic Music
- Pub Songs
- Brobdingnagian Minute
- Smallpiper
- Irish Music Podcast
- Pacific NW
- Pure Brilliant
- Republic of Avalon Radio
- Celt With A Twist

---

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please forward this newsletter to your friends.

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Are you tired of scouring this website trying to find
the great Celtic music you love only to find out that
your band no longer offers free Celtic MP3s?

Song Henge will save you the effort. Get a free CD's
worth of great independent Irish & Celtic music and
access our exclusive Song Henge message board. We're
changing the way you hear Celtic music.

Limited Lifetime Memberships Available
Order now http://www.songhenge.com/



=========================
ABOUT THE CELTIC MP3s MUSIC MAGAZINE
=========================

"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!

HELPWARE:
This ezine is not totally free. It is designed to promote
Celtic musicians worldwide. You can help these artists by
doing the following:

     1. Visit the links provided
     2. Download the music
     3. Order a CD or 'tip' the band
     4. Forward this ezine to THREE friends
     5. Ask them to subscribe and help Celtic music grow


Learn more about
http://celticmp3s.com <-- Celtic MP3s Music Magazine
http://marcgunn.com <-- Bard Marc Gunn
http://thebards.net <-- Brobdingnagian Bards

Promote your music with Celtic MP3s
http://www.celticmp3s.com/promote/

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#147 From: "Marc Gunn" <marc@...>
Date: Wed Jun 6, 2007 4:31 am
Subject: Off to Ireland Tomorrow, Top the Charts 		marc_gunn_bard
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June 6, 2007 -- 17,000+ subscribers

HIGHLIGHTS...
- Top The Charts - Cady Finlayson
- Reviews of Victims of Irish Music
- Off to Ireland Tomorrow
- New Bands with MP3 Downloads
- CD Reviews
- Song Henge Updates
- Manage your subscription

    Don't just download.
    Support artists you like & Buy.
    Then, forward this newsletter to a friend.
    Or want to receive the newsletter in HTML?
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=========================

Greetings Celtic Music Lovers,

I love it when I'm working at a festival or something and some
complete stranger walks up to me and says, "Hey! Thanks for sending
me free downloads every month". That happened this weekend from a
reader of the Celtic MP3s Music Magazine.

It made me feel nice. I love sharing music. I love helping bands.
And I love to know that you are getting something valuable out of
the work I do on- and offline.

To the end of helping bands, I started something new. It's called
Top The Charts. The plan is to help an independent Celtic artist
climb to the top of the charts on iTunes.

What's it about? I would like you to go to the Top The Charts
website at the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast website and purchase
an MP3 on the 15th of every month. By doing so, we will send one
Celtic artist to Top the Charts. It will only cost you 99 cents.
So I hope you'll help this month's Chart Topper--Cady Finlayson.

Top The Charts
http://www.celticmusicpodcast.com/topthecharts/


Speaking of independent Celtic groups, don't forget to check out
"Victims of Irish Music". That is my latest Celtic compilation
of instrumental Celtic music. You can read the many glowing
reviews about it at CD Baby.

Victims of Irish Music
http://cdbaby.com/cd/victimsirishmusic/from/celtic/


OFF TO IRELAND TOMORROW
The biggest news for me is that tomorrow, June 6th, I will be
on a plane to Ireland. The Brobdingnagian Bards vacation tour
starts this week. Wow! I'm barely ready, but I wanted to get
this newsletter out before I left.

I also wanted to let you know that my latest solo CD is out.
It's called "Irish Drinking Songs: The Cat Lover's Companion".
The album features all the original Irish songs that I parodied
on my CD, "Irish Drinking Songs for Cat Lovers".

I was hoping to do some big promotion to see if I could push
this CD up the charts by having you purchase the album on June
6th, the official release date. I haven't done nearly as much
promotion as I had hoped. But if you enjoy this magazine, my
music, or any of my other projects promoting Celtic music, I
hope you'll consider picking up an album or two. They make
great gifts. ;)

Irish Drinking Songs: The Cat Lover's Companion
http://cdbaby.com/cd/mgtdtc3/from/celtic/

I'll talk to you when I get back from Ireland. Slainte!
- Marc Gunn, Bard

---

LATEST IRISH & CELTIC MUSIC PODCAST SHOWS
http://www.celticmusicpodcast.com/
  Irish & Celtic Music Podcast #36 - Cady Finlayson, Bow Triplets,
  Patrick's Head, Ed Miller, Brian Boru Pipe Band, Maireid Sullivan,
  Peter Purvis

  Irish & Celtic Music Podcast #35 - Jolly Rogues, Navan,
  Celticburn, Tocando el Aire, Skelpin', James Connolly,
  Round the House, Greenwich Meantime

NEW BANDS with MP3 DOWNLOADS
http://www.celticmp3s.com/free/
- "Rest" by Brian Thomas
- "The Foggy Dew" by Fire in the Kitchen
- "All Alone" by The Gentlemen
- "United Ireland" by NUA
- "Minor Reels" by Hugh Morrison
- "Jolly Beggerman" by Murphy's Law
- "Last Ones Standing" by Ceann
- "Fall Face First" by The Ceili Family
- "Washerwoman Melody" by Buck63 and a Rock
- "Tuttle Caislean an Oir" by Cady Finlayson
- "Never Drift Apart" by Maireid Sullivan
- "Water is Wide" by Peter Purvis
- "Ain't No Comforting Me" by Patrick's Head
- "Caber Loo" by The Trybe
- "Loch Lomond" by Ian Patton
- "Ynnis Alba" by Ryan M. Barnes


CELTIC MUSIC CD REVIEWS & ARTICLES
http://www.celticmp3s.com/magazine/
- "Irish Coffee" by Cady Finlayson
- "Spirit Of Albion" by Damh the Bard
- "Rant, Rave, Lose Pants" by Ceann
- "Never Drift Apart" by Maireid Sullivan
- "Irish Drinking Songs: The Cat Lover's Companion" by Marc Gunn
- "Far From The Hills of Donegal" by Oisin McAuley

I hope you enjoy the MP3s.

Slainte!
Marc Gunn, Bard

---

NEWS for SONG HENGE MEMBERS
http://www.songhenge.com/
The latest ZIP file featuring over 29 Celtic music downloads
is now posted for members. You should receive an email soon
to start downloading. Otherwise, check the forum.

---

CELTIC PODCAST NETWORK
http://www.celticpodcastnetwork.com/
- Celtic Music News
- Renaissance Festival
- Cleveland Celtic
- Irish and Celtic Music
- Pub Songs
- Brobdingnagian Minute
- Smallpiper
- Irish Music Podcast
- Pacific NW
- Pure Brilliant
- Republic of Avalon Radio
- Celt With A Twist

---

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

Submit Your Irish & Celtic Band
http://www.celticmp3s.com/submit/



_____________________________________SPONSOR__________

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http://www.songhenge.com/
Save time and money when you join Song Henge,
the hottest new resource from the Celtic MP3s Music
Magazine.

Are you tired of scouring this website trying to find
the great Celtic music you love only to find out that
your band no longer offers free Celtic MP3s?

Song Henge will save you the effort. Get a free CD's
worth of great independent Irish & Celtic music and
access our exclusive Song Henge message board. We're
changing the way you hear Celtic music.

Limited Lifetime Memberships Available
Order now http://www.songhenge.com/



=========================
ABOUT THE CELTIC MP3s MUSIC MAGAZINE
=========================

"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!

HELPWARE:
This ezine is not totally free. It is designed to promote
Celtic musicians worldwide. You can help these artists by
doing the following:

     1. Visit the links provided
     2. Download the music
     3. Order a CD or 'tip' the band
     4. Forward this ezine to THREE friends
     5. Ask them to subscribe and help Celtic music grow


Learn more about
http://celticmp3s.com <-- Celtic MP3s Music Magazine
http://marcgunn.com <-- Bard Marc Gunn
http://thebards.net <-- Brobdingnagian Bards

Promote your music with Celtic MP3s
http://www.celticmp3s.com/promote/

=========================

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#146 From: "Marc Gunn" <marc@...>
Date: Sat Apr 14, 2007 3:59 am
Subject: New Music for April 2007 		marc_gunn_bard
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Marc Gunn's "Celtic MP3 Music Magazine"

Changing the way you hear Celtic Music
A weekly ezine of legal free Celtic MP3 downloads
April 14, 2007 -- 17,000+ subscribers

HIGHLIGHTS...
- Victims of Irish Music Now on CD Baby
- New Bands with MP3 Downloads
- CD Reviews
- Song Henge Updates
- Manage your subscription

    Don't just download.
    Support artists you like & Buy.
    Then, forward this newsletter to a friend.
    Or want to receive the newsletter in HTML?
    Subscribe here: http://www.celticmp3s.com/members/


=========================
CELTIC MUSIC NEWS
=========================

Greetings Celtic Music Lovers,

Was March a wild month for everyone or just me? What with
St. Patrick's Day, podcasts, and gigs, I was swamped. But I am
pleased to announce that the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast did, in
fact, climb to the #1 spot of iTunes music podcasts and stayed in
the top five all month. There are over 10K subscribers and forty
thousands downloads of each show. One listener played the podcast
in a St. Patrick's Day parade. Too cool! I want to thank all of
you for more making it #1!

Irish & Celtic Music Podcast
http://www.celticmusicpodcast.com/

One thing I found that was fascinating last month was CD sales
were down. Last year, my indie label, Mage Records sold twice as
many CDs. So I'm still waiting for the iTunes results to come in
to see if there were significantly greater sales of digital music.

Undaunted by lower physical sales, I'm pleased to announce that
"Victims of Irish Music", my new Celtic compilation of Irish
instrumentals is now at last available on CD Baby. And it should
be up on iTunes any day now.

Victims of Irish Music
http://cdbaby.com/cd/victimsirishmusic/from/celtic/

Meantime, I have several new MP3s for you listed below. I hope you
enjoy the music and if so, please rememeber to support independent
bands that you love by buying their music when you can.

Slainte!
- Marc Gunn, Bard

---

LATEST IRISH & CELTIC MUSIC PODCAST SHOWS
http://www.celticmusicpodcast.com/
  Irish & Celtic Music Podcast #34 - Sassanak Lassies, The Potcheen
  Folk Band, Heather Dale, Kevin Behan, Damh the Bard, The Killdares,
  Larkin

  Irish & Celtic Music Podcast #33, Part 1 - St Patrick's Day MP3
  Special Edition

  Irish & Celtic Music Podcast #33, Part 2 - St Patrick's Day Music
  Special Edition - Your Requests

  Irish & Celtic Music Podcast #32 - Celtic Music Awards, Rathkeltair,
  Arabesque, Celeste Howard, Maidens IV, Rowan Blarnacles, Shadowdancer,
  Barleyjuice


NEW BANDS with MP3 DOWNLOADS
http://www.celticmp3s.com/free/
- "Ellas Mari (Cornish)" by Navan
- "Sorry" by The Cows
- "Transparency" by The Strange Woods
- "Waterfall Reel" by Bruce Boyd
- "Liberty" by Trochrague
- "Man of the House" by Kevin Behan
- "St. Patrick Goes to Hollywood" by James Connolly
- "MacLeod's Farewell" by Round the House
- "Pipe Major's Jig" by Raymond McCullough
- "The Star of the County Down " by Finnegan's Wake
- "Eddystone Light" by The Blarnacles
- "Lark in the Morning" by Maidens IV
- "The Polka Set" by Wild Clover Band
- "Rakes of Mallow" by Men of Thunda
- "Set de Michel" by The Booze Brothers
- "McKenzie" by Murphy's Law
- "The Kesh Jig" by Joe Hooper
- "Ye Jacobites" by The McMontos
- "Green Fields of France" by Christiane Cargill
- "The Maid on the Shore" by Ceili Moss
- "Regret" by HOMELAND
- "King of the World" by The McBrides


CELTIC MUSIC CD REVIEWS & ARTICLES
http://www.celticmp3s.com/magazine/
- "Safe Home" by Round The House
- "Got Blarnacles" by Blarnacles
- "Four Aflame" by Maidens IV
- "We Never Got This Far Alone" by Homeland
- "Last Call" by Bruno's Boys
- "One Lump Or Two" by The Tea Merchants
- "Tales Through Time" by Rowan
- "Honk Toot Suite" by Eamonn Coyne and Kris Drever
- 17 St. Patrick's Day Music Downloads 2007
- "Live At The Grange" by MojoKelt
- "Everybody" by Rathkeltair
- "Celtic Blessings" by Celeste Howard

I hope you enjoy the MP3s.

Slainte!
Marc Gunn, Bard

---

NEWS for SONG HENGE MEMBERS
http://www.songhenge.com/
Song Henge earned quite a few new lifetime subscribers last month
before I instituted a new annual service at a reduced rate. It's
no where near as cool as a lifetime subscription, but for those
who want to try it out. It's a great option.

And I just posted the MP3s from March. Whoa! Was there a lot of
music! You're gonna love the submissions.

---

CELTIC PODCAST NETWORK
http://www.celticpodcastnetwork.com/
- Celtic Music News
- Renaissance Festival
- Cleveland Celtic
- Irish and Celtic Music
- Pub Songs
- Brobdingnagian Minute
- Smallpiper
- Irish Music Podcast
- Pacific NW
- Pure Brilliant
- Republic of Avalon Radio
- Celt With A Twist

---

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

Submit Your Irish & Celtic Band
http://www.celticmp3s.com/submit/



_____________________________________SPONSOR__________

JOIN SONG HENGE FOR GREAT CELTIC MUSIC
http://www.songhenge.com/
Save time and money when you join Song Henge,
the hottest new resource from the Celtic MP3s Music
Magazine.

Are you tired of scouring this website trying to find
the great Celtic music you love only to find out that
your band no longer offers free Celtic MP3s?

Song Henge will save you the effort. Get a free CD's
worth of great independent Irish & Celtic music and
access our exclusive Song Henge message board. We're
changing the way you hear Celtic music.

Limited Lifetime Memberships Available
Order now http://www.songhenge.com/



=========================
ABOUT THE CELTIC MP3s MUSIC MAGAZINE
=========================

"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!

HELPWARE:
This ezine is not totally free. It is designed to promote
Celtic musicians worldwide. You can help these artists by
doing the following:

     1. Visit the links provided
     2. Download the music
     3. Order a CD or 'tip' the band
     4. Forward this ezine to THREE friends
     5. Ask them to subscribe and help Celtic music grow


Learn more about
http://celticmp3s.com <-- Celtic MP3s Music Magazine
http://marcgunn.com <-- Bard Marc Gunn
http://thebards.net <-- Brobdingnagian Bards

Promote your music with Celtic MP3s
http://www.celticmp3s.com/promote/

=========================

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#145 From: "Marc Gunn" <marc@...>
Date: Thu Mar 15, 2007 7:10 am
Subject: 17 Celtic Music Downloads for St. Patrick's Day 2007 		marc_gunn_bard
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Marc Gunn's "Celtic MP3 Music Magazine"

Changing the way you hear Celtic Music
A weekly ezine of legal free Celtic MP3 downloads
March 15, 2007 -- 16,000+ subscribers

HIGHLIGHTS...
- 17 Celtic Music Downloads for St. Patrick's Day
- Victims of Irish Music
- New Bands with MP3 Downloads
- CD Reviews
- Song Henge Updates
- Manage your subscription

    Don't just download.
    Support artists you like & Buy.
    Then, forward this newsletter to a friend.
    Or want to receive the newsletter in HTML?
    Subscribe here: http://www.celticmp3s.com/members/


=========================
CELTIC MUSIC NEWS
=========================

Greetings Celtic Music Lovers,

St. Patrick's Day is almost here, and as promised, I finished
my annual article "17 Free Irish & Celtic Music Downloads for
St. Patrick's Day". But I'll get to that in a moment...

First, I want to thank YOU for voting for the Brobdingnagian
Bards in the Austin Music Awards. Last night, we won Best None
of the Above Band. I guess you could say we defy description
in the general music scene. But I know better. We play the
music we love! But thank you if you did take the time to vote
for us. It means a lot.

Brobdingnagian Bards in Austin Music Awards
http://thebards.net/tales/2007/03/brobdingnagian-bards-named-best-none-of.shtml

Second, I'm happy to announce that Victims of Irish Music
is now officially on sale. The CDs haven't been processed by
CDBaby yet, but they arrived a few days ago. And people are
going ga-ga over the album already. I want to thank everyone
who contributed to this outstanding compilation!

Victims of Irish Music
http://www.celticmusicpodcast.com/victims_irish_music.shtml

Third, the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast is at #4 on iTunes
Music Charts and climbing. Woohoo! I hope to finish the St.
Patrick's Day two-hour special tomorrow featuring many of
the songs that you'll be downloading below.

Irish & Celtic Music Podcast
http://www.celticmusicpodcast.com/

Last, your downloads...

Every year for St. Patrick's Day, I compile a new list of
St Patrick's Day MP3 downloads that are 100% free and legal.
This year, I decided to present them in a new format. This
year, all the files are compiled like a gigantic digital
compilation CD. I ZIP the files up and you just need to
download one file.

And if you were ever wondering what Song Henge is like.
Well, now you have a better idea. Every month, I compile MP3
submissions into one of these ZIP files and send it out to
hundreds of subscribers. Oh! And remember, at the end of the
month, I'm switching to an annual fee. So you still have time
to take advantage of the lifetime subscription fee for under
twenty dollars.

Get Your 17 Free Celtic Music Downloads from the Website
http://www.celticmp3s.com/magazine/2007/03/17-st-patricks-day-music-downloads-20\
07.shtml

Join Song Henge
http://www.songhenge.com/

Feel free to share this newsletter with your friends and
have a safe and Happy St. Patrick's Day.

Slainte!
-Marc

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

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_____________________________________SPONSOR__________

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http://www.songhenge.com/
Save time and money when you join Song Henge,
the hottest new resource from the Celtic MP3s Music
Magazine.

Are you tired of scouring this website trying to find
the great Celtic music you love only to find out that
your band no longer offers free Celtic MP3s?

Song Henge will save you the effort. Get a free CD's
worth of great independent Irish & Celtic music and
access our exclusive Song Henge message board. We're
changing the way you hear Celtic music.

Limited Lifetime Memberships Available
Order now http://www.songhenge.com/



=========================
ABOUT THE CELTIC MP3s MUSIC MAGAZINE
=========================

"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!

HELPWARE:
This ezine is not totally free. It is designed to promote
Celtic musicians worldwide. You can help these artists by
doing the following:

     1. Visit the links provided
     2. Download the music
     3. Order a CD or 'tip' the band
     4. Forward this ezine to THREE friends
     5. Ask them to subscribe and help Celtic music grow


Learn more about
http://celticmp3s.com <-- Celtic MP3s Music Magazine
http://marcgunn.com <-- Bard Marc Gunn
http://thebards.net <-- Brobdingnagian Bards

Promote your music with Celtic MP3s
http://www.celticmp3s.com/promote/

=========================

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#144 From: "Marc Gunn" <marc@...>
Date: Wed Mar 14, 2007 1:59 am
Subject: New Music for March 2007 and Celtic Music Awards 		marc_gunn_bard
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My apologies for sending it out to this list so late. My 17 Free Celtic
Downloads for St Patrick's Day article will be out on Thursday.


Marc Gunn's "Celtic MP3 Music Magazine"

Changing the way you hear Celtic Music
A weekly ezine of legal free Celtic MP3 downloads
March 4, 2007 -- 15,000+ subscribers

HIGHLIGHTS...
- 17 Celtic Music Downloads for St. Patrick's Day
- Announcing 2nd Annual Celtic Music Awards
- Victims of Irish Music
- New Bands with MP3 Downloads
- CD Reviews
- Song Henge Updates
- Manage your subscription

    Don't just download.
    Support artists you like & Buy.
    Then, forward this newsletter to a friend.
    Or want to receive the newsletter in HTML?
    Subscribe here: http://www.celticmp3s.com/members/


=========================
CELTIC MUSIC NEWS
=========================

Greetings Celtic Music Lovers,

The great month of March is at hand, and St. Patrick's Day
rapidly approaches. That means, you need to keep an eye open
for my annual 17 Free Celtic Music Downloads for St. Patrick's Day.
This is, what, year four or five for this special feature where I
highlight some of my favorite MP3s that bands giveaway for free.

But to start the month off, I'm pleased to announce the winners in
the 2nd Annual Celtic Music Awards. There were over 4,000 votes
cast in the 2006 awards. That's more than double over last year's.
And there's an all new cast of winners.

2nd Annual Celtic Music Awards
http://www.celticmp3s.com/awards/

I'm also pleased to announce the release of an all-new compilation
CD from my Irish & Celtic Music Podcast. It's called "Victims of
Irish Music" and features 17 tracks of great Irish and Celtic
instrumental music. That's over an hour of brilliant tunes to
satisfy your craving for music on St. Patrick's Day. You can
pre-order the album now, or buy the downloads and start hearing
some of my favorite Irish tunes.

Victims of Irish Music
http://www.celticmusicpodcast.com/victims_irish_music.shtml

Oh! And speaking of the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast. Last month,
that podcast took the world by storm as it climbed to #13 on iTunes
most-popular podcasts and the #1 music podcast. And to think, St.
Patrick's Day isn't even here yet!

Well, I'm gonna try to drop you a line before St. Patrick's Day.
If you don't hear from me, check the website for the special
St Paddy's Day feature.

Slainte!
- Marc Gunn, Bard

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IRISH CULTURE AND CUSTOMS
If you want to learn more about Ireland, then check out the Irish
Culture and Customs website. Here are a few St. Patrick's Day
articles from Bridget's outstanding website and newsletter:

1.  Article: Celebrating St. patrick's Day in Old ireland
http://www.irishcultureandcustoms.com/ACalend/StPatsDay.html
2. Article: Emblems of ireland - The Shamrock
http://www.irishcultureandcustoms.com/AEmblem/Shamrock.html
3. Kids' Ireland: St. Patrick - from Slave to Saint
http://www.irishcultureandcustoms.com/1Kids/StPatrick.html
4. Basic irish: St.Patrick's Day
http://www.irishcultureandcustoms.com/3Focloir/Lessons7.html#StPatricks

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CD RECOMMENDATIONS FOR ST. PATRICK'S DAY

1. Irish Drinking Songs for Cat Lovers by Marc Gunn
http://cdbaby.com/cd/mgtdtc2/from/celtic/

2. The Holy Grail of Irish Drinking Songs by Brobdingnagian Bards
http://cdbaby.com/cd/bards8/from/celtic/

3. The Tea Merchants by The Tea Merchants
http://cdbaby.com/cd/teamerchants/from/celtic/

4. A Collection of Irish Pub Songs by Irish Stout
http://cdbaby.com/cd/irishstout/from/celtic/

5. The Secret World of Celtic Rock by Various Artists
http://cdbaby.com/cd/celticmp3mag2/from/celtic/

6. Coventina's Well by Various Artists
http://cdbaby.com/cd/celticmp3mag/from/celtic/

7. Digital Flashbacks by Celtic Stone
http://cdbaby.com/cd/celticstone/from/celtic/

8. One Spot on Earth by Heidi, Stef & Bow Triplets
http://cdbaby.com/cd/heidistefbow/from/celtic/

9. A Pocketful of Lint by Kennedy's Kitchen
http://cdbaby.com/cd/kennedyskitchen3/from/celtic/

10. Behind the Blarney by The Wild Clover Band
http://cdbaby.com/cd/wildcloverband/from/celtic/

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LATEST IRISH & CELTIC MUSIC PODCAST SHOWS
http://www.celticmusicpodcast.com/
Irish & Celtic Music Podcast #31 - Kennedy's Kitchen, String
Thaw, McGinty, Finns Fury, Cady Finlayson, Ken O'Malley,
Twilight Lords, Gaelic Wind Project


NEW BANDS with MP3 DOWNLOADS
http://www.celticmp3s.com/free/
- "Goodbye" by Jigger
- "Last of Summer" by The Past
- "Sweet Colleen" by Trochrague
- "Speed the Plough" by the Smerkin Merkins
- "Seven Drunken Nights" by Brobdingnagian Bards
- "Shake Loose the Border" by Celticburn
- "Downtown Baghdad Blues" by Black 47
- "Flying Away" by Lothlorien
- "Carolan's Concerto" by Tocando el Aire
- "Shimmering Wings" by Gaelic Wind Project
- "In Your Eyes" by Skelpin'

CELTIC MUSIC CD REVIEWS & ARTICLES
http://www.celticmp3s.com/magazine/
- Top Celtic CDs Sold in February 2007
- "Victims Of Irish Music" by various artists
- "A Pocket Full Of Lint" by Kennedy's Kitchen
- "If I Should Fall From Grace With God" by The Pogu...
- "Weave" by Mary Knickle
- "Waddles from the Sea" by NeidFyre
- "Ockham's Razor" by Ockham's Razor

I hope you enjoy the MP3s.

Slainte!
Marc Gunn, Bard

---

NEWS for SONG HENGE MEMBERS
http://www.songhenge.com/
If you haven't yet bought your lifetime membership, then
do so soon. I'm getting ready to change the lifetime service
into an annual fee. So hurry!

Oh! Remember that Song Henge is the premiere service for those
who want easier access to MP3s you might find in the magazine.

Song Henge Members, your February features will be posted soon.
Keep an eye out on your email.

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CELTIC PODCAST NETWORK
http://www.celticpodcastnetwork.com/
- Celtic Music News
- Renaissance Festival
- Cleveland Celtic
- Irish and Celtic Music
- Pub Songs
- Brobdingnagian Minute
- Smallpiper
- Irish Music Podcast
- Pacific NW
- Pure Brilliant
- Republic of Avalon Radio
- Celt With A Twist

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

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=========================
ABOUT THE CELTIC MP3s MUSIC MAGAZINE
=========================

"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!

HELPWARE:
This ezine is not totally free. It is designed to promote
Celtic musicians worldwide. You can help these artists by
doing the following:

     1. Visit the links provided
     2. Download the music
     3. Order a CD or 'tip' the band
     4. Forward this ezine to THREE friends
     5. Ask them to subscribe and help Celtic music grow


Learn more about
http://celticmp3s.com <-- Celtic MP3s Music Magazine
http://marcgunn.com <-- Bard Marc Gunn
http://thebards.net <-- Brobdingnagian Bards

Promote your music with Celtic MP3s
http://www.celticmp3s.com/promote/

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#143 From: "Marc Gunn" <marc@...>
Date: Sun Feb 11, 2007 6:00 am
Subject: [Celtic MP3s] New Music for February 2007 		marc_gunn_bard
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A weekly ezine of legal free Celtic MP3 downloads
February 10, 2007 -- 15,000+ subscribers

HIGHLIGHTS...
- Irish & Celtic Music Podcast #2 Music Podcast
- New Bands with MP3 Downloads
- CD Reviews
- Song Henge Updates
- Manage your subscription

    Don't just download.
    Support artists you like & Buy.
    Then, forward this newsletter to a friend.
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=========================
CELTIC MUSIC NEWS
=========================

Greetings Celtic Music Lovers,

My apologies for the huge delay in ezines. I think this is one
of those many reasons why I need to find people to manage
different aspects of the magazine. I have a bad habit of doing
too much. But sometimes, it pays off!

Today, in fact, the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast blasted its
way up the podcast charts on iTunes. It's now the #2 most-
popular music podcast and the #22 most-popular podcast in the
world! Is that awesome or what?! And St Patrick's Day hasn't
even arrived yet. Just think what we can accomplish. So to
everyone who listens, I thank you.

Irish & Celtic Music Podcast
http://www.celticmusicpodcast.com/

That's not to say I don't have some great people working with
me and the magazine. You'll notice a LOT of new MP3s in the
free downloads section of the magazine. The blog went down
last month, but Karen, who's leading the effort of establishing
an offline Celtic music magazine, helped me get everything
back up as soon as the blog came back online.

The Celtic Music Awards went off without a hitch. And I should
release the winners in the very near future. And I hope to
finally start sending out Celtic CD Giveaway winners their
prizes soon too. My apologies for the delay.

All in all, there's a lot to do so I thank you for your
continued support. Take care and I'll talk to you soon.

Slainte!
- Marc Gunn, Bard

---

LATEST IRISH & CELTIC MUSIC PODCAST SHOWS
http://www.celticmusicpodcast.com/
Irish & Celtic Music Podcast #30 - Maidens VI, Wicked Tinkers,
Thornhill Road, An Triur, Bruno's Boys, Ellis Island, Kennedy's
Kitchen, Bleeding Irish

Irish & Celtic Music Podcast #29 - Best of 2006

Irish & Celtic Music Podcast #28 - Celtic Christmas Music Special

Irish & Celtic Music Podcast #27 - Gaelic Storm, Mark Davies,
Mary Knickle, Poitin, Tropical Harps, Cele De, Tullamore
Celtic Band, Connemara Stone

Irish & Celtic Music Podcast #26 - Feature on Vicki Swan
& Jonny Dyer


NEW BANDS with MP3 DOWNLOADS
http://www.celticmp3s.com/free/
- "The Poison Dwarf" by NeidFyre
- "Carickfergus" by Ken O'Malley and the Twilight Lo...
- "Thunder in the Falls" by Rowan
- "The Hills They Are Hollow" by Damh the Bard
- "Why" by JD and the Longfellows
- "One Autumn Day" by Catherine Duc
- "Desolation Island" by Jed Marum
- "Cold, Haily, Windy Night" by Redhill Rats
- "Breathe" by Carey Germana
- "The Twa Corbies" by The Duplets
- "The Emerald Valley" by Cynthia Jordan
- "Jolly Rover" by Maidens IV
- "98 Ghosts" by The Shillaly Brothers
- "Eddystone Light" by The Blarnacles
- "Scott Skinner's Compliments to Dr. McDonald" by S...
- "Raglan Road" by Finn's Fury
- "Farewell to Eirann" by Prydein
- "I'll Tell Me Ma" by Brewed Slowly
- "John Barleycorn" by Shadowdancer
- "Isn't It Grand, Boys" by Irish Stout
- "Liam" by In Extremo
- "Sleeping Under the Tables" and "Life of a Country Boy" by Kennedy's
Kitchen
- "Dream" by Wicked Tinkers
- "Weave the Yarn" by Mary Knickle

CELTIC MUSIC CD REVIEWS & ARTICLES
http://www.celticmp3s.com/magazine/
- Top 40 Celtic CDs of 2006 on CDBABY
- Top Celtic CDs Sold in January 2007
- Celtic Music CDs - Top 10 For 2006
- "A Pocket Full Of Lint" by Kennedy's Kitchen
- "If I Should Fall From Grace With God" by The Pogu...
- "Weave" by Mary Knickle
- "Waddles from the Sea" by NeidFyre
- "Ockham's Razor" by Ockham's Razor
- "This Land" by Kinfolk
- "After The Morning" by Cara Dillon
- "To Find the Missing Part" by Cele De
- "An Ancient Muse" by Loreena McKennitt
- "The Holy Grail of Irish Drinking Songs" by Brobdingnagian Bards
- "Fair Play To You" by Bow Triplets

I hope you enjoy the MP3s.

Slainte!
Marc Gunn, Bard

---

NEWS for SONG HENGE MEMBERS
http://www.songhenge.com/
I'll have new MP3s posted in a few days. There's a LOT of new
ones.

---

CELTIC PODCAST NETWORK
http://www.celticpodcastnetwork.com/
- Celtic Music News
- Renaissance Festival
- Cleveland Celtic
- Irish and Celtic Music
- Pub Songs
- Brobdingnagian Minute
- Smallpiper
- Irish Music Podcast
- Pacific NW
- Pure Brilliant
- Republic of Avalon Radio
- Celt With A Twist

---

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

Submit Your Irish & Celtic Band
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Are you tired of scouring this website trying to find
the great Celtic music you love only to find out that
your band no longer offers free Celtic MP3s?

Song Henge will save you the effort. Here you will
find every band ever featured in the magazine and
you can quickly learn if they still offer MP3s, how
many and where to go to get them. This new service
is the product of five years of dedication to Celtic
music downloads.

Limited Lifetime Memberships Available
Order now http://www.songhenge.com/



=========================
ABOUT THE CELTIC MP3s MUSIC MAGAZINE
=========================

"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!

HELPWARE:
This ezine is not totally free. It is designed to promote
Celtic musicians worldwide. You can help these artists by
doing the following:

     1. Visit the links provided
     2. Download the music
     3. Order a CD or 'tip' the band
     4. Forward this ezine to THREE friends
     5. Ask them to subscribe and help Celtic music grow


Learn more about
http://celticmp3s.com <-- Celtic MP3s Music Magazine
http://marcgunn.com <-- Bard Marc Gunn
http://thebards.net <-- Brobdingnagian Bards

Promote your music with Celtic MP3s
http://www.celticmp3s.com/promote/

=========================

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#142 From: "Marc Gunn" <marc@...>
Date: Mon Dec 4, 2006 4:10 am
Subject: Happy Holidays Celtic Music Lovers! 		marc_gunn_bard
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Changing the way you hear Celtic Music
A weekly ezine of legal free Celtic MP3 downloads
December 3, 2006 -- 14,000+ subscribers

HIGHLIGHTS....
- 2nd Annual Celtic Music Awards
- Irish & Celtic Music Podcast
- New Bands with MP3 Downloads
- CD Reviews
- Song Henge Updates
- Manage your subscription

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

  Then, forward this newsletter to a friend.
    Or want to receive the newsletter in HTML?
    Subscribe here: http://www.celticmp3s.com/subscribe.shtml


=========================
CELTIC MUSIC NEWS
=========================

Greetings Celtic Music Lovers,

And Happy Holidays. The season is on us and it's a busy season
indeed for me. I have an Irish & Celtic Music Podcast coming
out in a few days and then I'm gonna dig through my wintery
Celtic music to put together a show in time for Christmas. Then
I'm back on the road. Mostly to visit family, but I hope to
organize a few house concerts after Christmas in the Virginia
area while I'm out there. If you want to find out more you can
always check out my Myspace page.

Marc at Myspace
http://www.myspace.com/marcgunn

Also, the 2006 Celtic Music Awards are now on us. In fact, you
have just one more month to vote for your favorite Celtic music
groups. The votes are pouring in. So make sure you recognize your
favorite group.

Celtic Music Awards of 2006
http://www.celticmp3s.com/awards/

Well, I hope your holidays are filled with cheer. Thanks for
your continual support of independent Celtic music. And why not
consider buying Celtic music from your favorite artist and
sharing it with your friends.

Buy Celtic Music
http://cdbaby.com/style/161/from/celtic/

Have a Merry Christmas, Happy New Year, and a wonderful holiday.
Slainte!
- Marc Gunn, Bard

---

LATEST IRISH & CELTIC MUSIC PODCAST SHOWS
http://www.celticmusicpodcast.com/
Irish & Celtic Music Podcast #26 - Feature on Vicki Swan
& Jonny Dyer

Irish & Celtic Music Podcast #25 - Celtic Men w/Doc Grauzer,
Ed Miller, Rise, Seamus Kennedy, Emerald Rose, Franco Bordoni,
Black 47, Seamus Stout

NEW BANDS with MP3 DOWNLOADS
http://www.celticmp3s.com/free/
- "Liam" by In Extremo
- "Sleeping Under the Tables" and "Life of a Country Boy"
  by Kennedy's Kitchen
- "Dream" by Wicked Tinkers
- "Weave the Yarn" by Mary Knickle
- "Congress Reel" by Poitin
- "Ramble to Cashel" by Mark Davies
- "Wings of a Gull" by Connemara Stone Company
- "Never Go Home Again" by Charm City Saints

CELTIC MUSIC CD REVIEWS & ARTICLES
http://www.celticmp3s.com/magazine/
- "Fair Play To You" by Bow Triplets
- "Never Frae My Mind" by Ed Miller
- "En Passant" by Queen's Gambit
- "High Strung" by Darcy Nair
- "Full Gael: Traditional Music with Celtic Roots" by Full Gael

I hope you enjoy the MP3s.

Slainte!
Marc Gunn, Bard

---

NEWS for SONG HENGE MEMBERS
http://www.songhenge.com/
The new forum is up and running. Drop by and download a couple
CDs worth of Celtic mp3s right now.

---

CELTIC PODCAST NETWORK
http://www.celticpodcastnetwork.com/
- Celtic Music News
- Renaissance Festival
- Cleveland Celtic
- Irish and Celtic Music
- Pub Songs
- Brobdingnagian Minute
- Smallpiper
- Irish Music Podcast
- Pacific NW
- Pure Brilliant
- Tartanvision .tv
- Republic of Avalon Radio
- Celt in a Twist

---

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

Submit Your Irish & Celtic Band
http://www.celticmp3s.com/submit/



_____________________________________SPONSOR__________

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http://www.songhenge.com/
Save time and money when you join Song Henge,
the hottest new resource from the Celtic MP3s Music
Magazine.

Are you tired of scouring this website trying to find
the great Celtic music you love only to find out that
your band no longer offers free Celtic MP3s?

Song Henge will save you the effort. Here you will
find every band ever featured in the magazine and
you can quickly learn if they still offer MP3s, how
many and where to go to get them. This new service
is the  product of five years of dedication to Celtic
music downloads.

Limited Lifetime Memberships Available
Order now http://www.songhenge.com/



=========================
ABOUT THE CELTIC MP3s MUSIC MAGAZINE
=========================

"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!

HELPWARE:
This ezine is not totally free. It is designed to promote
Celtic musicians worldwide. You can help these artists by
doing the following:

     1. Visit the links provided
     2. Download the music
     3. Order a CD or 'tip' the band
     4. Forward this ezine to THREE friends
     5. Ask them to subscribe and help Celtic music grow


Learn more about
http://celticmp3s.com <-- Celtic MP3s Music Magazine
http://marcgunn.com <-- Bard Marc Gunn
http://thebards.net <-- Brobdingnagian Bards

Promote your music with Celtic MP3s
http://www.celticmp3s.com/promote/

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#141 From: "Marc Gunn" <marc@...>
Date: Tue Nov 7, 2006 11:52 pm
Subject: 2nd Annual Celtic Music Awards 		marc_gunn_bard
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Marc Gunn's "Celtic MP3 Music Magazine"

Changing the way you hear Celtic Music
A weekly ezine of legal free Celtic MP3 downloads
November 7, 2006 -- 12,000+ subscribers

HIGHLIGHTS....
- Celtic Music Awards
- Irish & Celtic Music Podcast
- New Bands with MP3 Downloads
- CD Reviews
- Song Henge Updates
- Manage your subscription

    Don't just download.
    Support artists you like & Buy.
    Then, forward this newsletter to a friend.
    Or want to receive the newsletter in HTML?
    Subscribe here: http://www.celticmp3s.com/subscribe.shtml


=========================
CELTIC MUSIC NEWS
=========================

Greetings Celtic Music Lovers,

I hope you had a Happy Halloween and Samhain. This year is
flying by. The Celtic Music Awards are up and running. We've
already had more votes than last year. I'm hoping for an even
better turnout and selection of music with the increased
categories to vote for.

If you haven't voted yet, head on over and cast your vote for
your favorite Celtic music groups and websites. Course, I'm a
big fan of independent music, but you feel free to vote for
whoever you like.

- Celtic Music Awards
http://www.celticmp3s.com/awards/

I've also thrown around the idea of starting an offline Celtic
Music Magazine to highlight many the great Celtic groups in
the U.S. and Canada. I've gathered a bunch of folks interested
in the idea. I don't know if it'll happen yet, but if you're
interested in being a part of it, email Karen the editor at
karen@....

Many thanks for your continue support of the Celtic MP3s Music
Magazine and Celtic music in general. Slainte!
- Marc Gunn, Bard

---

LATEST IRISH & CELTIC MUSIC PODCAST SHOWS
http://www.celticmusicpodcast.com/
Irish & Celtic Music Podcast #25 - Celtic Men w/Doc Grauzer,
Ed Miller, Rise, Seamus Kennedy, Emerald Rose, Franco Bordoni,
Black 47, Seamus Stout

NEW BANDS with MP3 DOWNLOADS
http://www.freeirishmusic.com/
- "Congress Reel" by Poitin
- "Ramble to Cashel" by Mark Davies
- "Wings of a Gull" by Connemara Stone Company
- "Never Go Home Again" by Charm City Saints
- "Hunger Strike" by The Bleeding Irish
- "Running Late" by Cele De
- "The Stolen Kiss" by David Hyams and the Miles to Go Band
- "Merrily Kiss the Quaker" by String Thaw
- "A Face an Echo" by Ockham's Razor
- "Make Somebody Happy Here" by Bushplant
- "The Gneeveguilla Set" by Arabesque
- "Behind it All" by 9Lies
- "Star of the County Down" by Ockham's Razor
- "Blue Car" by An Triur
- "HighStrung Set" by Darcy Nair
- "Out With the Rubbish" by Cynthia Bennett
- "In Sandymount" by New Shilling

CELTIC MUSIC CD REVIEWS & ARTICLES
http://www.celticmp3s.com/magazine/
- "Never Frae My Mind" by Ed Miller
- "En Passant" by Queen's Gambit
- "High Strung" by Darcy Nair
- "Full Gael: Traditional Music with Celtic Roots" by Full Gael

I hope you enjoy the MP3s.

Slainte!
Marc Gunn, Bard

---

NEWS for SONG HENGE MEMBERS
http://www.songhenge.com/
The new site is now up and I'm getting some good feedback from it,
though I have noticed a few having difficulty accessing the site.
If that is you, drop me an email and I'll help you get in.

---

CELTIC PODCAST NETWORK
http://www.celticpodcastnetwork.com/
- Celtic Music News
- Renaissance Festival
- Cleveland Celtic
- Irish and Celtic Music
- Pub Songs
- Brobdingnagian Minute
- Smallpiper
- Irish Music Podcast
- Pacific NW
- Pure Brilliant
- Republic of Avalon Radio
- Celt With A Twist

---

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

Submit Your Irish & Celtic Band
http://www.celticmp3s.com/submit/



_____________________________________SPONSOR__________

JOIN SONG HENGE FOR GREAT CELTIC MUSIC
http://www.songhenge.com/
Save time and money when you join Song Henge,
the hottest new resource from the Celtic MP3s Music
Magazine.

Are you tired of scouring this website trying to find
the great Celtic music you love only to find out that
your band no longer offers free Celtic MP3s?

Song Henge will save you the effort. Here you will
find every band ever featured in the magazine and
you can quickly learn if they still offer MP3s, how
many and where to go to get them. This new service
is the product of five years of dedication to Celtic
music downloads.

Limited Lifetime Memberships Available
Order now http://www.songhenge.com/



=========================
ABOUT THE CELTIC MP3s MUSIC MAGAZINE
=========================

"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!

HELPWARE:
This ezine is not totally free. It is designed to promote
Celtic musicians worldwide. You can help these artists by
doing the following:

     1. Visit the links provided
     2. Download the music
     3. Order a CD or 'tip' the band
     4. Forward this ezine to THREE friends
     5. Ask them to subscribe and help Celtic music grow


Learn more about
http://celticmp3s.com <-- Celtic MP3s Music Magazine
http://marcgunn.com <-- Bard Marc Gunn
http://thebards.net <-- Brobdingnagian Bards

Promote your music with Celtic MP3s
http://www.celticmp3s.com/promote/

=========================

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#140 From: "Marc Gunn" <marc@...>
Date: Thu Aug 10, 2006 2:50 am
Subject: Return of the Great Celtic CD Giveaway 		marc_gunn_bard
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Marc Gunn's "Celtic MP3 Music Magazine"

Changing the way you hear Celtic Music
A weekly ezine of legal free Celtic MP3 downloads
August 9, 2006 -- 10,000+ subscribers

HIGHLIGHTS....
- Return of the Great Celtic CD Giveaway
- Wanted: Asst Editors
- Irish & Celtic Music Podcast
- New Bands with MP3 Downloads
- CD Reviews
- Song Henge Updates
- Manage your subscription

    Don't just download.
    Support artists you like & Buy.
    Then, forward this newsletter to a friend.
    Or want to receive the newsletter in HTML?
    Subscribe here: http://www.celticmp3s.com/subscribe.shtml


=========================
CELTIC MUSIC NEWS
=========================

Greetings Celtic Music Lovers,

My apologies once again that I haven't written sooner. I really need
to find a dedicated Magazine Editor to make sure this mag gets out
on a regular basis. If you're interested, let me know.

Meanwhile, it's been a busy month. I spent most of July on the road
and found lots of new Celtic music fans out there. There's a lot of
people listening to the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast out there.
That's one of the reasons I decided to bring back the Great Celtic
CD Giveaway through the podcast. If you haven't listened, do so.
It's the only way to win an iPod or a bunch of CDs.

Irish & Celtic Music Podcast
http://www.celticmusicpodcast.com/

Speaking of podcasts, more Celtic ones are popping up. The latest
is the TinPenny WhistleCast. http://www.tinpennywhistlecast.com/

Many thanks for your continue support of the Celtic MP3s Music
Magazine and Celtic music in general. Slainte!
- Marc Gunn, Bard

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VOLUNTEERS WANTED FOR THE MAGAZINE

CELTIC MP3 EDITOR
Seek out new full-length Celtic MP3s. Work with artists to submitting
information or write short bios on bands to feature them.

Email me a list of any past writing experience and why you think you
could benefit the magazine.

You can find out more about what I am looking for at
http://thebards.net/mb/index.php?topic=38.0

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LATEST IRISH & CELTIC MUSIC PODCAST SHOWS
http://www.celticmusicpodcast.com/
Irish & Celtic Music Podcast #22 - Rhianon, Celtic Music Society,
Cormorant's Fancy, Stuart Martz, Marita Brake, Michael William Harrison,
Whirly Jig

Irish & Celtic Music Podcast #21 - Molly Maguires, MacTalla M'or,
The Muses, Ann'Sannat, Wild Clover Band, Sandcarvers, George Papavgeris,
McCabes

Irish & Celtic Music Podcast #20 - Celticana, James Raynard, Beyond the
Pale, The Elders, Dom Duff, The Muses, Arminta, Cormorant's Fancy,
Barleyjuice

NEW BANDS with MP3 DOWNLOADS
http://www.freeirishmusic.com/
- "The Cock of the North" by The Sheridan Band
- "Tribute tae Wallace" by Clan Wallace
- "Black Velvet Band" by Craic Wisely
- "Blower of Winds" by Rob Higginbotham
- "Over the Waterfall/Harvest Home" by Tropical Harps
- "Cooley's Set" by The Wild Clover Band
- "Humingbird" by Boo Hewerdine
- "Better That Way" by Christie Hennessy
- "Leatherwing Bat" by Cormorant's Fancy

CELTIC MUSIC CD REVIEWS & ARTICLES
http://www.celticmp3s.com/magazine/
- "Dealin' Craic" by The Sandcarvers
- "Year of the Dog" by Culann's Hounds
- "Pax Romana MMV" by Brother

I hope you enjoy the MP3s.

Slainte!
Marc Gunn, Bard

---

NEWS for SONG HENGE MEMBERS
http://www.songhenge.com/
Yesterday, I updated the look of the site and made some of the
MP3s a little more easy to download. More updates will come.

---

CELTIC PODCAST NETWORK
http://www.celticpodcastnetwork.com/
- Celtic Music News
- Renaissance Festival
- Cleveland Celtic
- Irish and Celtic Music
- Pub Songs
- Brobdingnagian Minute
- Smallpiper
- Irish Music Podcast
- Pacific NW
- Pure Brilliant

---

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please forward this newsletter to your friends.

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Are you tired of scouring this website trying to find
the great Celtic music you love only to find out that
your band no longer offers free Celtic MP3s?

Song Henge will save you the effort. Here you will
find every band ever featured in the magazine and
you can quickly learn if they still offer MP3s, how
many and where to go to get them. This new service
is the product of five years of dedication to Celtic
music downloads.

Limited Lifetime Memberships Available
Order now http://www.songhenge.com/



=========================
ABOUT THE CELTIC MP3s MUSIC MAGAZINE
=========================

"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!

HELPWARE:
This ezine is not totally free. It is designed to promote
Celtic musicians worldwide. You can help these artists by
doing the following:

     1. Visit the links provided
     2. Download the music
     3. Order a CD or 'tip' the band
     4. Forward this ezine to THREE friends
     5. Ask them to subscribe and help Celtic music grow


Learn more about
http://celticmp3s.com <-- Celtic MP3s Music Magazine
http://marcgunn.com <-- Bard Marc Gunn
http://thebards.net <-- Brobdingnagian Bards

Promote your music with Celtic MP3s
http://www.celticmp3s.com/promote/

=========================

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#139 From: "Marc Gunn" <marc@...>
Date: Fri Jun 2, 2006 6:54 am
Subject: Irish & Celtic Music Podcast Tops Charts at iTunes 		marc_gunn_bard
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A weekly ezine of legal free Celtic MP3 downloads
June 2, 2006 -- 10,000+ subscribers

HIGHLIGHTS....
- Podcast #23 on iTunes
- Wanted: Asst Editors
- Irish & Celtic Music Podcast
- New Bands with MP3 Downloads
- CD Reviews
- Song Henge Updates
- Manage your subscription

    Don't just download.
    Support artists you like & Buy.
    Then, forward this newsletter to a friend.
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    Subscribe here: http://www.celticmp3s.com/subscribe.shtml


=========================
CELTIC MUSIC NEWS
=========================

Greetings Celtic Music Lovers,

I want to take a moment to thank everyone who signed up to the Irish
& Celtic Music Podcast last month. I was astounded to see it climb
to #23 on the iTunes Music Podcast Charts. That is just awesome.
Thank you!

It also got me thinking. Podcasting is a relatively new forum. It
was only a year and a half ago when the Celtic Music News Podcast
first started up. And maybe a year before that before podcasting
was first catching the public's eye.

With a new forum like this, there is a great opportunity to make
a difference. So I want to pump up the promotion for the show. If
you have a website or a blog, please do me a small favor. Add the
following link to your website and ask others to do the same

  <a href="http: //www.celticmusicpodcast.com/">Irish & Celtic
  Music Podcast</a>

While the number of Celtic podcasts are growing (I invited the
Celtic Folk Music Podcast to the Celtic Podcasters Network just
this week), we still have a long way to go. I currently have
over 3,000 regular subscribers according to feedburner. That
equates to over 13,000 downloads of each show according to libsyn.
I want to see if I can turn that 3,000 into 10,000.

Imagine for a moment opening iTunes and looking at the Music
Podcast Top 100 and seeing the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast at #1.
#1 over NPR's All Songs Considered. #1 over MTV News or eve iTunes
News Music Podcast. We can make the podcasting world take a second
glance at Irish music that it won't soon forget.

So please take a moment to Subscribe to the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast
http://phobos.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewPodcast?id=77407482&s=1434\
41

Oh! And if you aren't subscribed to my Pub Songs Podcast, I restarted it.
It's format has changed into my own personal podcast. But in every show
you will hear a good pub song with which you can sing-a-long.

Many thanks for your continue support of the Celtic MP3s Music
Magazine and Celtic music in general. Slainte!
- Marc Gunn, Bard

---

VOLUNTEERS WANTED FOR THE MAGAZINE

CELTIC MP3 EDITOR
Seek out new full-length Celtic MP3s. Work with artists to submitting
information or write short bios on bands to feature them.

Email me a list of any past writing experience and why you think you
could benefit the magazine.

You can find out more about what I am looking for at
http://thebards.net/mb/index.php?topic=38.0


---

LATEST IRISH & CELTIC MUSIC PODCAST SHOWS
http://www.celticmusicpodcast.com/
Irish & Celtic Music Podcast #19 - Brian Boru Irish Pipe Band, Greenwich
Meantime, James Connolly, Stone Autumn, Alleyway Rover, Coyote Run

Irish & Celtic Music Podcast #20 - Celticana, James Raynard, Beyond
the  Pale, The Elders, Dom Duff, The Muses, Arminta, Cormorant's Fancy,
Barleyjuice

NEW BANDS with MP3 DOWNLOADS
http://www.freeirishmusic.com/
- "Stool of Repentance" by Scalags
- "Honest Work" by The Molly Maguires
- "Incantation" by Serundal
- "Johnny Jump Up" by The Potcheen Folk Band
- "Dudelsackspieler" by Soss
- "The Reel" by Ann'Sannat
- "Miz du Black Month" by Dom Duff
- "Shouldn't They Save You?" by BRIAN

CELTIC MUSIC CD REVIEWS & ARTICLES
http://www.celticmp3s.com/magazine/
- "Scatter Pipes" by Vicki Swan & Jonny Dyer
- "The Celtic Rose" by Marita Brake
- "Of Irish Crossings Told" by O'hAnleigh
- "Charm & Fire" by Maidens III
- "The Tea Merchants" by The Tea Merchants

I hope you enjoy the MP3s.

Slainte!
Marc Gunn, Bard

---

NEWS for SONG HENGE MEMBERS
http://www.songhenge.com/
Have you signed up for the Song Henge exclusive newsletter?
You can do so in the membership area.

---

CELTIC PODCAST NETWORK
http://www.celticpodcastnetwork.com/
- Celtic Music News
- Renaissance Festival
- Cleveland Celtic
- Irish and Celtic Music
- Pub Songs
- Brobdingnagian Minute
- Smallpiper
- Irish Music Podcast
- Pacific NW
- Pure Brilliant

---

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

Submit Your Irish & Celtic Band
http://www.celticmp3s.com/submit/



_____________________________________SPONSOR__________

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http://www.songhenge.com/
Save time and money when you join Song Henge,
the hottest new resource from the Celtic MP3s Music
Magazine.

Are you tired of scouring this website trying to find
the great Celtic music you love only to find out that
your band no longer offers free Celtic MP3s?

Song Henge will save you the effort. Here you will
find every band ever featured in the magazine and
you can quickly learn if they still offer MP3s, how
many and where to go to get them. This new service
is the product of five years of dedication to Celtic
music downloads.

Limited Lifetime Memberships Available
Order now http://www.songhenge.com/



=========================
ABOUT THE CELTIC MP3s MUSIC MAGAZINE
=========================

"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!

HELPWARE:
This ezine is not totally free. It is designed to promote
Celtic musicians worldwide. You can help these artists by
doing the following:

     1. Visit the links provided
     2. Download the music
     3. Order a CD or 'tip' the band
     4. Forward this ezine to THREE friends
     5. Ask them to subscribe and help Celtic music grow


Learn more about
http://celticmp3s.com <-- Celtic MP3s Music Magazine
http://marcgunn.com <-- Bard Marc Gunn
http://thebards.net <-- Brobdingnagian Bards

Promote your music with Celtic MP3s
http://www.celticmp3s.com/promote/

=========================

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#138 From: "Marc Gunn" <marc@...>
Date: Fri May 5, 2006 11:45 pm
Subject: Topping the Charts on iTunes 		marc_gunn_bard
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A weekly ezine of legal free Celtic MP3 downloads
May 5, 2006 -- 10,000+ subscribers

HIGHLIGHTS....
- Podcast #26 on iTunes
- Celebration of Celts This Weekend
- Wanted: Asst Editors
- Irish & Celtic Music Podcast
- New Bands with MP3 Downloads
- CD Reviews
- Song Henge Updates
- Manage your subscription

    Don't just download.
    Support artists you like & Buy.
    Then, forward this newsletter to a friend.
    Or want to receive the newsletter in HTML?
    Subscribe here: http://www.celticmp3s.com/subscribe.shtml


=========================
CELTIC MUSIC NEWS
=========================

Greetings Celtic Music Lovers,

Last week, I was perusing iTunes when I saw that the Irish & Celtic
Music Podcast was the #26 most-popular music podcast there. I was a
bit blown away. That is just amazing. And it makes my heart smile.
This was just after I released my feature on Celtic Women. The women
featured are almost entirely independent.

I face a difficult challenge as a writer. My goal is to promote
independent Celtic music, to help out those bands who don't have the
money or means to help themselves. There are a lot of great bands
signed to major labels who send me music. But they have support. They
don't need my help. It's the independents, those ladies in my Celtic
Women feature and those who we feature in the magazine, they are the
ones who need my support.

So to hear that I am making a difference, that I am reaching thousands
of people, that really makes my heart soar. If you are not currently
subscribed to the podcast, download iTunes and subscribe. That will help
Celtic music climb into the Top 25 and get even more exposure than ever.

Subscribe to the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast
http://phobos.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewPodcast?id=77407482&s=1434\
41

Remember, if you like what you hear, tell the artist, and buy a CD. That
small effort goes a long way.

Many thanks for your continue support of the Celtic MP3s Music
Magazine and Celtic music in general. Slainte!
- Marc Gunn, Bard

---

CELEBRATION OF CELTS 2007
http://www.celebrationofcelts.com/
I was hoping to get a wee bit more information about this small festival
in New York. But time just flew by. Nevertheless, they are going out of
their way to keep the Celtic music tradition alive and evolving. This
year, they have a lot of great music from Quagmyre, Barleyjuice, Coyote
Run, Greenwich Meantime, Hair of the Dog and many more. Go check out
these independent groups and show your support for the festival.

---

VOLUNTEERS WANTED FOR THE MAGAZINE

NEWSLETTER EDITOR
Self-starter to compile the newsletter in HTML and Text and release
the newsletter at least twice per month

CELTIC MP3 EDITOR
Seek out new full-length Celtic MP3s. Work with artists to submitting
information or write short bios on bands to feature them.

Email me a list of any past writing experience and why you think you
could benefit the magazine.

You can find out more about what I am looking for at
http://thebards.net/mb/index.php?topic=38.0

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LATEST IRISH & CELTIC MUSIC PODCAST SHOWS
http://www.celticmusicpodcast.com/
Irish & Celtic Music Podcast #18 - Celtic Women w/Clandestine, Heather
Gilmer, Niamh Parsons, Susan Hamlin, Heather Dale, Rise, Cady Finlayson

NEW BANDS with MP3 DOWNLOADS
http://www.freeirishmusic.com/
- "Incantation" by Serundal
- "Johnny Jump Up" by The Potcheen Folk Band
- "Dudelsackspieler" by Soss
- "Old Man Michael" by Ann' Sannat
- "Mizdu Black Month" by Dom Duff
- "Shouldn't They Save You?" by BRIAN
- "Revolution" by Stone Autumn
- "Frenchies" by Greenwich Meantime

CELTIC MUSIC CD REVIEWS & ARTICLES
http://www.celticmp3s.com/magazine/
- Brian Boru Irish Pipe Band 40th Anniversary by Brian Boru Irish Pipe
Band
- Ireland: Features and Facts
- The Man Who Saved Celtic Music
- Top 10 Celtic Music Reviews and Celtic Music Articles of March 2006
- "McNally's Row Of Flats" by Mick Moloney
- "Miles From Home" by Jed Marum
- "Essential Chieftains" by The Chieftains

I hope you enjoy the MP3s.

Slainte!
Marc Gunn, Bard

---

NEWS for SONG HENGE MEMBERS
http://www.songhenge.com/
Have you signed up for the Song Henge exclusive newsletter?
You can do so in the membership area.

---

CELTIC MUSIC NEWS PODCAST
http;//www.celticmusicnews.com/
Aaron Drake hosts the weekly Celtic Music News Podcast. If you
want to hear some great new Celtic music, interviews, and get
some Celtic music news, drop by the website.

This week: CMN Podcast #66 featuring The Electrics, The
Donegal-X-Press, Kinship, Needfire, and Greenwich Meantime

---

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

Submit Your Irish & Celtic Band
http://www.celticmp3s.com/submit/



_____________________________________SPONSOR__________

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http://www.songhenge.com/
Save time and money when you join Song Henge,
the hottest new resource from the Celtic MP3s Music
Magazine.

Are you tired of scouring this website trying to find
the great Celtic music you love only to find out that
your band no longer offers free Celtic MP3s?

Song Henge will save you the effort. Here you will
find every band ever featured in the magazine and
you can quickly learn if they still offer MP3s, how
many and where to go to get them. This new service
is the product of five years of dedication to Celtic
music downloads.

Limited Lifetime Memberships Available
Order now http://www.songhenge.com/



=========================
ABOUT THE CELTIC MP3s MUSIC MAGAZINE
=========================

"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!

HELPWARE:
This ezine is not totally free. It is designed to promote
Celtic musicians worldwide. You can help these artists by
doing the following:

     1. Visit the links provided
     2. Download the music
     3. Order a CD or 'tip' the band
     4. Forward this ezine to THREE friends
     5. Ask them to subscribe and help Celtic music grow


Learn more about
http://celticmp3s.com <-- Celtic MP3s Music Magazine
http://marcgunn.com <-- Bard Marc Gunn
http://thebards.net <-- Brobdingnagian Bards

Promote your music with Celtic MP3s
http://www.celticmp3s.com/promote/

=========================

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#137 From: "Marc Gunn" <marc@...>
Date: Wed Apr 5, 2006 2:38 pm
Subject: Announcing Winners of 1st Annual Celtic Music Awards 		marc_gunn_bard
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   Support artists you like & Buy.
   Then, forward this newsletter to a friend.
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=========================
CELTIC MUSIC NEWS
=========================

Greetings Celtic Music Lovers,

Well, things are finally settling down now that St. Patrick's Day.
It was a huge month for Celtic music, my band, and my magazine
and podcast. I received a record number of hits. In fact, the
St. Patrick's Day Podcast had over 11,000 downloads!

Now I finally finished my next big event. The 1st Annual Celtic
Music Awards. There were about 4,000 votes in this year's awards.
Admittedly, it wasn't the most-diverse competition in musical
styles. Celtic rock bands seem to understand better the need to
promote themselves. So a big congrats to all those who did just
that and reaped the rewards!

I am starting to compile more categories for the 2006 awards. If
you have a category suggestion, please make tell me. You can do
so in the Celtic Radio Forum
http://www.celticradio.net/php/forums/index.php?act=ST&f=1&t=8845

Last, I am happy to welcome Michael Madison as a new Assistant
Editor for the Celtic MP3s Music Magazine. After reading responses
from subscribers, I decided that there's still a huge demand for
this magazine. So it will continue to grow with the help of
editors. You can find additional details below.

Many thanks for your continue support of the Celtic MP3s Music
Magazine and Celtic music in general. Slainte!
- Marc Gunn, Bard

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ANNOUNCING THE 1ST ANNUAL CELTIC MUSIC AWARDS

The Celtic MP3s Music Magazine, the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast,
and the Brobdingnagian Bards are pleased to announce the winners
of the 1st Annual Celtic Music Awards for 2005. These performers
were voted on by you, the Celtic music fan.

Keep an eye on this website for more Celtic Music Awards with
additional music categories, and enjoy the Celtic Music Awards
podcast to listen to music from the winners.

Top 10 Celtic Music Groups of 2005
http://www.celticmp3s.com/awards/

1. The Bloody Irish Boys
2. The Elders
3. Fardaxu
4. Amadan
5. Flogging Molly
6. Charm City Saints
7. Dropkick Murphys
8. Dervish
9. Blaggards
10. Great Big Sea

Listen to the Celtic Music Awards Podcast
http://celticmusicpodcast.com/2006/04/irish-celtic-music-podcast-17-celtic.shtml

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WANTED: ASSISTANT EDITORS
I am looking for two more Assitant Editors who are interested
in an unpaid internship with the magazine. As an Asst Ed., you
will be the first to find out about all the great music that is
released. You will write music reviews and compile a list of
celtic music download websites for our subscribers.

In return, you will get some swag, music and will be the first
to hear the great music submitted to the magazine.

Email me a list of any past experience and why you think you
could benefit the magazine.

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LATEST IRISH & CELTIC MUSIC PODCAST SHOWS
http://www.celticmusicpodcast.com/
#17 - Celtic Music Awards w/Great Big Sea, Bloody Irish Boys,
  The Elders, Dervish, Dropkick Murphys, Gaelic Storm
#16 - St Patrick's Day MP3 Special w/McCabes, Black 47, Murder
  the Stout, Jonathan Ramsey, 4 Irish Whiskey, Jesse Linder
#15, North Texas Irish Festival Wrap Up, Part 2 - Brothers 3,
  Brother, Poor Man's Fortune, Jed Marum, Seamus Stout
#14, North Texas Irish Festival Wrap Up, Part 1 - Onya, Seamus
  Stout, Robbie O'Connell, Brother, Heirloom, Boru's Ghost


NEW BANDS with MP3 DOWNLOADS
http://www.freeirishmusic.com/
- "Revolution/Samantha" by Stone Autumn
- "Frenchies/Ode to Joe/Piob Mor" by Greenwich Meantime
- "Alleyway Rover/Madame I'm a Darlin'/Erin Boat Medley/My Love
  Has a Boat" by Circled By Hounds
- "Lord of the Dance/Winter of My Mind/Wise Men" by Coyote Run
- "Bogie's Bonnie Bell/One Lone Rowan Tree" by Willson & McKee
- "Pride of the Springfield Road" by The Busman's Handbag
- "Humors Of Tulla/The Merry Blacksmith/Rare Old Mountain Dew"
  by Seamus Stout
- "Dark Cover" by Ugly Stick
- "The Star of the County Down" by Heirloom


CELTIC MUSIC CD REVIEWS & ARTICLES
http://www.celticmp3s.com/magazine/
- St. Patrick's Day MP3 Downloads
- "One Shilling" by Barleyjuice
- "Se" by Lunasa
- "Trouble in the Land" by Black 47

---

NEWS for SONG HENGE MEMBERS
http://www.songhenge.com/
I'm migrating the website to SongHenge.com. So keep an eye open
for a new look.

---

CELTIC MUSIC NEWS PODCAST
http://www.celticmusicnews.com/
Aaron Drake hosts the weekly Celtic Music News Podcast. If you
want to hear some great new Celtic music, interviews, and get
some Celtic music news, drop by the website.

This week: CMN Podcast #64 featuring The Town Pants, Shays
Rebellion, Searson, Seven Nations, and Runrig

---

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

Submit Your Irish & Celtic Band
http://www.celticmp3s.com/submit/



_____________________________________SPONSOR__________

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http://www.songhenge.com/
Save time and money when you join Song Henge,
the hottest new resource from the Celtic MP3s Music
Magazine.

Are you tired of scouring this website trying to find
the great Celtic music you love only to find out that
your band no longer offers free Celtic MP3s?

Song Henge will save you the effort. Here you will
find every band ever featured in the magazine and
you can quickly learn if they still offer MP3s, how
many and where to go to get them. This new service
is the product of five years of dedication to Celtic
music downloads.

Limited Lifetime Memberships Available
Order now http://www.songhenge.com/



=========================
ABOUT THE CELTIC MP3s MUSIC MAGAZINE
=========================

"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!

HELPWARE:
This ezine is not totally free. It is designed to promote
Celtic musicians worldwide. You can help these artists by
doing the following:

    1. Visit the links provided
    2. Download the music
    3. Order a CD or 'tip' the band
    4. Forward this ezine to THREE friends
    5. Ask them to subscribe and help Celtic music grow


Learn more about
http://celticmp3s.com <-- Celtic MP3s Music Magazine
http://www.marcgunn.com <-- Bard Marc Gunn
http://www.thebards.net <-- Brobdingnagian Bards

Promote your music with Celtic MP3s
http://www.celticmp3s.com/promote/

=========================

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#136 From: "Marc Gunn" <marc@...>
Date: Thu Mar 16, 2006 4:00 pm
Subject: Happy St. Patrick's Day - Annual 17 MP3 Downloads Special Edition 		marc_gunn_bard
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   Then, forward this newsletter to a friend.
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=========================
CELTIC MUSIC NEWS
=========================

Happy St Patrick's Day Celtic Music Lovers,

Whoa! I'm exhausted. For the past week, I've done a LOT of
promotion for my ezine, Song Henge, and my Irish & Celtic Music
Podcast. Plus, I did some extra shows this month in the podcast.
Now I'm just wiped. I'm ready for St. Patrick's Day to arrive
so I can celebrate my birthday, a great holiday, and relax with
a pint.

I spent today finishing up a St. Patrick's Edition of A
Brobdingnagian Minute, the podcast of the Brobdingnagian Bards.
That was heckuva lot of fun. Tomorrow, I'll try and finish up
my St. Patrick's Day edition of the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast.

But just moments ago, I FINALLY finished my annual 17 St Patrick's
Day Free Music Downloads article. I'm sure you're anxious to hear
all the great music. So go download now and have a brilliant St.
Patrick's Day.

Oh! And if you have a moment to raise a toast to my birthday,
that'd make me happy to. :)

A Brobdingnagian Minute
http://www.thebards.net/podcast/

17 St Patrick's Day MP3 Downloads
http://www.celticmp3s.com/magazine/2006/03/st-patricks-day-mp3-downloads.shtml

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ANNOUNCING THE CELTIC PODCAST NETWORK
http://www.celticpodcastnetwork.com/
Never again, do you need to worry about trying to catch Celtic
music at a certain time period on the radio. It's passe' now
that you can download nearly a dozen podcasts featuring all-styles
of Celtic music via the Celtic Podcast Network.

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LATEST IRISH & CELTIC MUSIC PODCAST SHOWS
http://www.celticmusicpodcast.com/
#13 - Karen Mal, Fardaxu, Kevin Behan, Boru's Ghost, Jed Marum,
  Canned Haggis, Wicked Tinkers
#12 - Barleyjuice, The Killdares, Piper's Creek, The Makem and
  Spain Brothers, Poor Man's Fortune, The Muses
#11 - Seamus Kennedy, Wicked Tinkers, Green Tea, Jolly Rogues,
  Heather Dale, North Texas Irish Festival Feature


NEW BANDS with MP3 DOWNLOADS
http://www.freeirishmusic.com/
- "Cliffs of Moher, Brest St Marc, Donald Michael Coleman's
   Father's Fancy" by Piper's Creek
- "Wedding reel / Maid behind the bar / Gravel walk" by Mrs.
   Ferris's Pighouse Collection
- "The Night That Paddy Murphy Died" by 4 Irish Whiskey
- "Molly Malone" by Paddyrasta


CELTIC MUSIC CD REVIEWS & ARTICLES
http://www.celticmp3s.com/magazine/
- "One Shilling" by Barleyjuice
- "Se" by Lunasa
- "Trouble in the Land" by Black 47
- Announcing the Premiere Irish & Celtic Music Podcast for
   St. Patrick's Day
- "Whiskey Supper" by Wicked Tinkers
- "Urban Cave" by Brother
- "Songs of Ireland" by Brobdingnagian Bards
- Saint Patrick Drove Out Serpents, Let Cats Stay
- Free Music Downloads and More from St Patricks Day Party.Net,
   the Perfect Companion for Green Beer
- "How Are We Getting Home" by Gaelic Storm
- North Texas Irish Festival 2006
- "Any Given Element" by The Killdares
- "On the Drift" by Bedlam Bards
- Austin's Best-Kept Secret for Irish Traditional Music
- Catherine's Pick of the TOP 10 CELTIC CDs of 2005
- "Infernal Harp Racket" by Thomas 'Doc' Grauzer, Irish Harp
- "The Circle: Renaissance Festival compilation CD benefiting
   Hurricane Katrina Relief" by Renaissance Festival Podcast
   and Modern Bard
- Mother Egan's Sunday Celtic Brunch

I hope you enjoy the MP3s.

Slainte!
Marc Gunn, Bard

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NEWS for SONG HENGE MEMBERS
http://www.songhenge.com/
I'm migrating the website to SongHenge.com. So keep an eye open
for a new look.

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CELTIC MUSIC NEWS PODCAST
http://www.celticmusicnews.com/
Aaron Drake hosts the weekly Celtic Music News Podcast. If you
want to hear some great new Celtic music, interviews, and get
some Celtic music news, drop by the website.

This week: CMN Podcast #61 featuring Ceili Rain, George Papavgeris,
Vicki Swan and Jonny Dyer, Needfire, and The Donegal X-Press

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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!

HELPWARE:
This ezine is not totally free. It is designed to promote
Celtic musicians worldwide. You can help these artists by
doing the following:

    1. Visit the links provided
    2. Download the music
    3. Order a CD or 'tip' the band
    4. Forward this ezine to THREE friends
    5. Ask them to subscribe and help Celtic music grow


Learn more about
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#135 From: "Marc Gunn" <marc@...>
Date: Thu Jan 26, 2006 7:54 am
Subject: Vote in the Celtic Music Awards 		marc_gunn_bard
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CELTIC MUSIC NEWS
=========================

Greetings Celtic Music Lovers,

Once again, it's been a while since I've written. During that
time, I jumped head first into my new Irish & Celtic Music
Podcast which is now going out twice a month with over 4,000
downloads of each show.

Yet, in my excitement to start promoting bands in the podcast,
I forgot to mention something important to my readers…

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ANNOUNCING THE 1ST ANNUAL CELTIC MUSIC AWARDS!
http://www.celticmp3s.com/awards/
I started the Celtic Music Awards in the middle of last month.
The goal is to give Celtic music groups the recognition they
deserve. But to make a difference I need your input.

Do you have a favorite group(s)?
Go to the website and vote for them.
If you have a friend that likes your favorite band, email them
too. Tell them to go to the website and vote.
If you're in a band, tell your fans to vote for you.

The voting process ends on January 31st. Once it's over, I will
compile the results. I will contact any winners from whom I need
music. At the beginning of March, I will host a show featuring
all the winners!

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VOTE FOR US IN THE AUSTIN MUSIC POLL
http://thebards.net/links/Austin_Chronicle_Poll.shtml
The Austin Music Poll also finishes up on January 31st. Since the
Brobdingnagian Bards are not eligible to win in the Celtic Music
Awards, please help show your support for us and also for my Irish
& Celtic Music Podcastd by voting for us in the Austin Music Poll.
You don't have to be from Austin to vote.

Thank you!

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THE AMAZING RETURN OF CELTIC STONE
http://celticstone.4celts.com/
The former Celtic giant of the Renaissance festival music
circuit is back, well sort of. With the help of my record label,
Mage Records, we are re-releasing their last CD called Digital
Flashbacks. This CD features music from their many no longer
available albums.

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LATEST IRISH & CELTIC MUSIC PODCAST SHOWS
http://www.celticmusicpodcast.com/downloads.shtml

#10 - Celtic Stone, Amadan, Stonecircle, Murder the Stout,
  Highland Reign, Blaggards
#9 - Athas, Tears for Beers, Ed Miller, Rise, Don Grieve, Cluan,
  Clandestine. Fathom, Carl Peterson
#8 - Flook, Avalon Rising, Niamh Parsons, The Elders, Pol Mac
  Adaim
#7 - Tea Merchants, The Slip, Keltic Kaleidoscope, Brothers 3,
  EJ Jones, Shay's Rebellion, 3 Pints Gone
#6 - Moch Pryderi, Enter the Haggis, Eric Benson, 3 Pints Gone,
  Patched Hats, Ali Benson
#5 - Rise, Barley Boys, Black 47, Emerald Rose, Tullamore,
  Ed Miller, Paisley Close, Doc Grauzer, Cady Finlayson and more


NEW BANDS with MP3 DOWNLOADS
http://www.freeirishmusic.com/

- "My Irish Valentine" by Brobdingnagian Bards
- "Molly Malone" by Paddyrasta
- "Rocky Road to Brenham" by Celtic Stone
- "Lanagan's Ball" by Boston Blackthorne Band
- "The Night That Paddy Murphy Died" by 4 Irish Whiskey


CELTIC MUSIC CD REVIEWS
http://www.celticmp3s.com/magazine/

- "Digital Flashbacks" by Celtic Stone
- "Archives of Ages to Come" by Emerald Rose
- "All Ages" by Green Tea
- "Almost Irish" by Ceann
- "Irish Drinking Songs for Cat Lovers" by The Dubliners' Tabby Cats
- "One Spot On Earth" by Heidi, Stef & Bow Triplets
- "Piping Hot" by MacTalla Mo'r

I hope you enjoy the MP3s.

Slainte!
Marc Gunn, Bard

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NEWS for SONG HENGE MEMBERS
http://www.celticmp3s.com/members/
I made a few updates to the website tonight. There are six new
bands with exclusive MP3s as well as the MP3 features archive.
I'll try to keep ye up-to-date as new updates happen.

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CELTIC MUSIC NEWS PODCAST
http://www.celticmusicnews.com/
Aaron Drake hosts the weekly Celtic Music News Podcast. If you
want to hear some great new Celtic music, interviews, and get
some Celtic music news, drop by the website.

This week: CMN Podcast #54 featuring Needfire, Empty Hats,
The Kissers, Icewagon Flu, and Boiled in Lead

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the great Celtic music you love only to find out that
your band no longer offers free Celtic MP3s?

Song Henge will save you the effort. Here you will
find every band ever featured in the magazine and
you can quickly learn if they still offer MP3s, how
many and where to go to get them. This new service
is the product of five years of dedication to Celtic
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ABOUT THE CELTIC MP3s MUSIC MAGAZINE
=========================

"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!

HELPWARE:
This ezine is not totally free. It is designed to promote
Celtic musicians worldwide. You can help these artists by
doing the following:

    1. Visit the links provided
    2. Download the music
    3. Order a CD or 'tip' the band
    4. Forward this ezine to THREE friends
    5. Ask them to subscribe and help Celtic music grow


Learn more about
http://www.marcgunn.com <-- Bard Marc Gunn
http://www.thebards.net <-- Brobdingnagian Bards

Promote your music with Celtic MP3s
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#134 From: "Marc Gunn" <marc@...>
Date: Tue Dec 13, 2005 5:19 am
Subject: I Need Your Feedback for the Magazine 		marc_gunn_bard
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A weekly ezine of legal free Celtic MP3 downloads
December 5, 2005 -- 7000+ subscribers

HIGHLIGHTS....
- Celtic Music News
- Feature: Athas
- CD Feature: The Barley Boys
- Feature: Highland Reign
- New Celtic Links
- Manage your subscription

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Support artists you like & Buy.
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1. Celtic Music News
=========================

Greetings Celtic Music Lovers,

Happy holidays! No. I haven't forgotten you. The Celtic MP3s
Music Magazine is in a transitional phase, but it's still here.

I started this magazine five and a half years ago as a way to
promote independent Celtic music groups. For a number of years,
I struggled as a musician trying to get some sort of recognition.
Now the Brobdingnagian Bards have a secure fan base which allows
me to do music full-time.

I've always found it rewarding to help other struggling musicians
who want my help. But I face a lot of challenges. Many musicians
are still leary of MP3s. I had one rather well-known songwriter
tell me to remove a link I had to his website. That sort of
attitude towards MP3s makes it difficult to effectively promote
my website, but then there are others are amazing at telling
others about this site.

The other problem I have is that I only have space to feature
two bands in each issue. That means I can only "help" eight bands
per month, and I either don't have time for new releases or I
have to skip some bands. I don't like that. I needed a better
outlet.

When I learned about podcasting a few months ago, I found what
I needed, an exciting new outlet. It's not the best thing out
there, but it serves me well. I get to listen to lots of great
music and help a lot more bands.

So what's the point of all this? The point is that in the next
issue the format of the magazine will change a wee bit. And I'm
not yet sure how often I will publish it. Instead of posting
features in each ezine, I'll probably just link to my features
online. I'm still just not sure. I do plan to publish my Irish
& Celtic Music Podcast more frequently, however (I'm up to
Show #7). I also plan to reorganize my CelticMP3s.com website
to reflect some of these changes.

Irish & Celtic Music Podcast
http://www.celticmusicpodcast.com/

But I would love to hear your comments and feedback.

Slainte!
Marc Gunn, Bard

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Irish Drinking Songs for Cat Lovers Now On Sale
http://www.cdbaby.com/cd/mgtdtc2/from/celtic/
Since I haven't published in a while I haven't mentioned that
my new CD Irish Drinking Songs for Cat Lovers is now on sale!
It was even one of the Top 20 albums on CD Baby! The reviews
have been nothing but glowing. So if you like cats and Irish
songs, this CD is for you!

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Lifetime Membership to Song Henge on Sale
http://www.celticmp3s.com/members/
Speaking of things on sale Song Henge is now on sale until the
end of the year. This is over 60% off the sales price. If you
like Celtic music and want free MP3s, join today.

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Christmas in Brobdingnag
http://www.thebards.net/tales/
The Brobdingnagian Bards just finished a new five-song EP of
Christmas songs. You can be the first to get a copy. Find out
out by clicking the link above.

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RESUBMIT YOUR BAND FOR A FEATURE
http://www.celticmp3s.com/submit/
If you haven't been featured but have MP3s or sent me a CD,
I made an update to the submission form and would appreciate
it if you would consider resubmit your band for a feature.
It will still take a while, but it may help speed up the
process. Thanks!

---

CELTIC MUSIC NEWS PODCAST
http://www.celticmusicnews.com/
Aaron Drake hosts the weekly Celtic Music News Podcast. If you
want to hear some great new Celtic music, interviews, and get
some Celtic music news, drop by the website.

This week: CMN Podcast #46 featuring Bad Haggis, The Peelers,
Wolfstone, Green Man, and The Glengarry Bhoys

Remember, you don't have to download these files by hand. Get
a copy of iPodder or iTunes and let it download your Podcast
every week.

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

Latest News & CD Reviews
http://www.celticmp3s.com/magazine/

Celtic MP3 Archive
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Are you tired of scouring this website trying to find
the great Celtic music you love only to find out that
your band no longer offers free Celtic MP3s?

Song Henge will save you the effort. Here you will
find every band ever featured in the magazine and
you can quickly learn if they still offer MP3s, how
many and where to go to get them. This new service
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CELTIC BAND FEATURE #1
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"Dance of the Honeybees" by Athas

After finding one another amongst the many local Irish sessions
and then forging fast friendships, Heather Lewin-Tiarks, Amy
Richter, and Jeff Ksiazek joined together as Milwaukee's latest
Irish Trad band, áthas. The name áthas (Irish for joy and
gladness) suits them perfectly--it's pretty near impossible to
catch them not laughing, joking, or spreading joy through their
music.

The musicians of áthas play various Traditional and non-Trad
instruments such as fiddle, flute, bodhrán, viola, cello,
whistles, saxophone, djembe, and guitar. áthas can be spotted
at local Trad sessions, pubs, ceilis, and other venues and
festivals.

As of late they've become "regulars" to the weekly Set Dance
held at O'Donoghues on Wednesday's from 8-10pm. The band has
been working hard to revivie the Celtic Music Club at UWM and
have started up sessions in venues other than Irish Pubs, such
as the Good Harvest Market, UW-Milwaukee and The Milwaukee
Repertory Theatre. The band has a strong desire to spread the
music and keep it alive.

Hometown: Milwaukee, WI
Similar Artists: Lunasa, Comas, Liz Carroll, Flook, Emer Mayock,
Danú, Solas, Jackie Moran, and Mike Rafferty

Website: http://athasmusic.tripod.com/
Download MP3: "Dance of the Honeybees"
http://www.myspace.com/athas
Buy CD: n/a


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CELTIC CD FEATURE
=========================

"The Days of Abundance" by The Barley Boys

by Catherine L. Tully

Artist: The Barley Boys
http://www.thebarleyboys.com/
Album: "The Days of Abundance"
Year produced: 2005

The one thing that you will notice about The Barley Boys is that
they have a lot of energy, and they bring it to their music. The
Days of Abundance is a combination of traditional Celtic sounds
and more contemporary music, and the musicianship is quite good.
Sometimes, such as track 4, Life Divine, the song highlights the
music and just goes with it for a bit, rather than trying too
hard to be a sing along type of tune. It is nice.

I hate to pick favorites, but I can't help but tell you that
Raggle Taggle Gypsy was such a high energy song that the five
minutes it played was much too short and I had to play it again.
It was one of the best songs I have heard in a while. The
complexity of much of the music on this CD makes it exciting
to listen to.

You really get the sense that these guys are all about the music,
but they aren't afraid to have a bit of fun either. Track 9,
Scolding Wife is a good, easy romp which is done well and brings
a smile. There really is a nice mix to this compilation of songs,
and the energy continues throughout until the very last song,
which is the only one that is a fairly slow tune. A simple
wrap-up to a great album.

Buy the Album: "The Days of Abundance"
http://cdbaby.com/cd/barleyboys2/from/celtic/

---
Catherine L. Tully is a freelance writer and photographer
specializing in the arts. She has written for Dance Teacher
Magazine, Classical Singer and Dance Spirit among others,
and reviews music for Celtic MP3s Music Magazine. You can
reach her at www.freelance-zone.com.



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CELTIC BAND FEATURE #2
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"Camden Town" by Highland Reign

Highland Reign, a celtic band from Indianapolis, takes the tunes
of the old country and breathes a rocking new life into them!
Bagpipes, electric guitar and bass, accoustic guitar and the
Bodhran provide the root of this very upbeat celtic music!
Playing rocked up traditional tunes of Ireland and Scotland,
along with Celtic -based originals you will be glad you were
caught in the "REIGN"!

Hometown: Indianapolis, Indiana
Similar Artists: Prodigals, Runrig, Great Big Sea, Old Blind
Dogs, Tannahill Weavers

Website: http://highlandreign.com/
Download MP3: "Camden Town"
http://highlandreign.com/
Buy CD: My Roots Are Rocking
http://highlandreign.com/


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NEW TO CELTIC MP3S MUSIC MAGAZINE
=========================

Irish & Celtic Music Podcast (new website)
http://www.celticmusicpodcast.com/
Irish and Celtic music from grous featured in the Celtic
MP3s Music Magazine.

Jolly Rogues (added: 4-Nov-2005)
http://americaninsuranceagency.com/web7.htm
This talented band of musicians and singers has a varied,
intriguing repertoire of 18th and 19th Century material from
period commemorative, tavern/drinking, romantic ballads, sea
shanties, children's ditties, Irish tunes and songs
Among the titles will be found Lizzie Lindsay,All for Me
Grog,Raggle Taggle Gypsy,Star of the County Down,The Parting
Glass,Staten Island hornpipe,Harvest Home,Mermaid,Boys of
Blue Hill,The Butcher Boy,Three Jolly Coachmen, Maid of
Amsterdam.

THE REEL BOOK (added: 6-Nov-2005)
http://www.thereelbook.com/
Irish Music Collection
This is the first publication of 1739 transcriptions of
Irish Traditional Music Performances.
973 pages of hand written music from 117 albums and 190
Irish musicians.

Bluehorses (added: 6-Nov-2005)
http://www.nativespirit.co.uk/index.shtml
Fusing the passionate intensity of Celtic themes, a heavy
rock and roll mindset and stunning improvisations,
Bluehorses' music is a genuinely unique hybrid.
Bluehorses have received many accolades including a MOJO
'Album of the Month' and a 'Best Of 2005' award from The
Classic Rock Society.
Bluehorses' 5 critically acclaimed CDs and stunning live
shows are full of Celtic passion, instrumental virtuosity
and good old fashioned rock and roll fun!

Sound Of Erin Celtic Radio Programs (added: 8-Nov-2005)
http://www.soundoferinradio.com/
Radio programs (with 24/7 streaming audio) of music from the
Celtic regions and the maritime provinces of Canada.
Broadcast from WNTN, MA.

Hebridean Celtic Festival (added: 16-Nov-2005)
http://www.hebceltfest.com/
A unique four-day musical celebration held in the stunning
Hebrides of Scotland. Proclaimed the best festival of its
kind, this award-winning event has become one of the most
eagerly awaited attractions and celebrated its Tenth
Anniversary Year in 2005.



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6. ABOUT THE CELTIC MP3s MUSIC MAGAZINE
http://www.CelticMP3s.com/
=========================

"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!

HELPWARE:
This ezine is not totally free. It is designed to promote
Celtic musicians worldwide. You can help these artists by
doing the following:

    1. Visit the links provided
    2. Download the music
    3. Order a CD or 'tip' the band
    4. Forward this ezine to THREE friends
    5. Ask them to subscribe and help Celtic music grow


Learn more about
http://www.marcgunn.com <-- Bard Marc Gunn
http://www.thebards.net <-- Brobdingnagian Bards

Promote your music with Celtic MP3s
http://www.celticmp3s.com/promote/

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#133 From: "Marc Gunn" <marc@...>
Date: Sun Sep 18, 2005 12:05 am
Subject: Black Irish, Heather Dale, Cairde na Gael 		marc_gunn_bard
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- Feature: Cairde na Gael
- CD Feature: Heather Dale
- Feature: The Black Irish
- New Celtic Links
- Manage your subscription

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1. Celtic Music News
=========================

Greetings Celtic Music Lovers,

What an exciting adventure we had these past couple o'weeks.
After performing at DragonCon, we did a house concert tour that
was a smashing success. Four shows in Georgia and Florida with
packed houses and lots of Celtic music fans.

As much fun as it was I'm happy to be home. My next CD, "Irish
Drinking Songs for Cat Lovers" will officially be released on
October 25th, and I have a lot of preparation to do before the
CDs start arriving.

Meanwhile, I'm pretty excited to be back to my Irish and Celtic
Music Podcast. I met up with Emerald Rose at DragonCon and look
forward to sharing some of their new CD which is now available.

In the meantime, I'd like to introduce you to a fairly new Celtic
Punk band in the same vein as The Pogues. This band is The Black
Irish. I haven't heard them live yet, but they're based in Austin
so hopefully that'll happen soon enough. The free downloads they
offer are awesome!

Cairde na Gael is the second featured band this week with a fun
pub performance of that classic song "Take Me Up to Monto". If
you like pub songs, their new album released today, sounds like
a great addition to your collection.

Mreow! Slainte!
Marc Gunn, Bard

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HURRICANE KATRINA RELIEF
Keltic Kudzu sent a notice that they were doing CD Release for
Hurricane Relief Party, at the Red Light Cafe in Atlanta tonight
as well. Sorry I didn't get more news out sooner. But find out
more about them at http://www.keltickudzu.com .

While we're mentioning the Hurricane Relief stuff, thousands of
artists on CDBaby are donating all their CD profits to the Red
Cross for hurricane relief including my CD, Soul of a Harper.
There are quite a few Celtic artists like Steve Holloway, Sligo
Rags, Blaggards, The Rogues, St James' Gate, and Tommy Byrnes.
You can get lots of great music and support a great cause. So
have at it. http://cdbaby.com/group/redcross/from/celtic/

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PADDY ROCK RADIO COMPILATION CD
http://www.paddyrock.com/
In the past, most Paddy Rock bands like The Pogues, The Saw
Doctors, Black 47, and more were thought to be nothing more than
music played on St. Patrick's Day or in some corner Irish pub. In
the late 90's, John Bowles put together a web radio community
where the music of local and independent artists could be heard
worldwide. With new blood like The Dropkick Murphys, Flogging Molly,
and The Tossers coming into the national spotlight and developing
a huge underground buzz for their Paddy Rock & Punk sound.

On June 1, 2005, Paddy Rock Radio celebrated our five year
anniversary in style with the release of our first compilation
"Paddy Rock Radio Volume 1". On this CD, which is sold directly
through Paddyrock.com, you will find the sounds of US bands Flatfoot
56 (Illinois), Switchback (Illinois), The Killigans (Nebraska),
The Broken Shillelaghs (New Jersey), Ice Wagon Flu (New Jersey),
The Prodigals (New York), Jackdaw (New York), The Bloody Irish Boys
(Ohio)… and international bands The Go Set (Australia),
The Scuttlers (Australia), The Mahones (Canada), The Peelers
(Canada), and The Greenland Whalefishers (Norway).

Paddy Rock Radio's audience has grown from the US to Germany,
Netherlands, UK, Canada, Denmark, Sweden, and is now taking in over
6000 listeners a month. Be sure to tune in to paddyrock.com's Paddy
Rock Radio show today to hear what the buzz is all about.

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RESUBMIT YOUR BAND FOR A FEATURE
http://www.celticmp3s.com/submit/
If you haven't been featured but have MP3s or sent me a CD,
I made an update to the submission form and would appreciate
it if you would consider resubmit your band for a feature.
It will still take a while, but it may help speed up the
process. Thanks!

---

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Aaron Drake hosts the weekly Celtic Music News Podcast. If you
want to hear some great new Celtic music, interviews, and get
some Celtic music news, drop by the website.

This week: CMN Podcast #35 featuring The Electrics, Murder the
Stout, Mohave, Spirit of the West, and the Bloody Irish Boys

Remember, you don't have to download these files by hand. Get
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"And the Band Played Waltzing Matilda" by The Black Irish

The Black Irish (Austin, Texas) began in November 2004. Irish
Punkabilly that will make you want to smash someone over the
head with a Guinness bottle and cry for Willy McBride (who died
in the great Irish war of 1916) while combing back your pompadour.
The Black Irish is influenced by numerous genres mostly driving
Traditional Irish punk rock with a hint of hillbilly American
flavor. "There's nothing in this town like you guys. This is
like a breath of fresh air... You are exactly what this town
needs."- Chris Grady -Austin booking agent/producer.

In short (or long) Are you ready to rock Austin!?!? The Black
Irish now playing in a venue near you. From residencies at nation
wide Irish pub chain Fado, to legendary punk rock bar Beerland,
Tiki bar Headhunters, and Austin's Spill dance club, To reggae
bar Flamingo Cantina... These guys can't go wrong. They have
enjoyed much success as an Austin household name and plan to
continue rocking hard. Look for where they are playing soon.
This hard working band will surely be hard to miss!

Hometown: Austin, Texas
Similar Artists: The Pogues, Flogging Molly, Dropkick Murphys

Website: http://www.theblackirish.com/
Download MP3: "And the Band Played Waltzing Matilda"
  http://theblackirish.info/theblackirishhome.htm
Buy CD: not yet available


=========================
CELTIC CD FEATURE
=========================

"The Road to Santiago" by Heather Dale
by J. Wallace

Artist: Heather Dale
  http://www.heatherdale.com/
Album: "The Road to Santiago"
Year produced: 2005

Canadian Heather Dale's fifth release is an excellent find. The
Road to Santiago finds her in top form, with confident and often
sassy vocals. The album has some fine Celtic textures including
good double fiddle on The Greyhound, and just the right amount
of guitar on the nearly a capella Holly, Ivy and Yew.

Heather Dale has been compared to Loreena McKennitt and Sarah
McLachlan, but her interest in Arthurian legends and Native
American imagery gives the music an added dimension that's a
joy to discover. The Road To Santiago has its roots set firmly
in Gaeldom, but there are many influences at work including a
taste of piano blues on Confession, and on Sedna, there's a
hint of Australian aboriginal sounds that would fall flat in
lesser hands. On this CD it works quite well.

Medusa is one of the best songs on the CD, and probably one with
a good deal of commercial potential. Heather Dale puts herself
on par with Tori Amos here-no easy feat-but this song rises to
its own category. The energy running through Medusa is worth the
price of the entire album.

Dale is getting some much-deserved attention. Her tours have
extended beyond Canada into the UK and America, and the singer's
popularity is growing fast. After hearing The Road To Santiago,
it's easy to understand. Her confidence and skill behind the
microphone make it easy to forget you're listening to a studio
album instead of a live performance. This could be one of the
best Celtic-influenced CDs of the year.

    Buy the Album: "The Road to Santiago"
http://cdbaby.com/cd/heatherdale5/from/celtic/

---
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many publications and writes both nonfiction as well as short
stories. His nonfiction work includes articles for Korean
Quarterly, Indie-Music.com, the Alternative Culture Guide,
and Factsheet Five. Contact him through his website at
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CELTIC BAND FEATURE #2
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"Take Me Up to Monto" by Cairde na Gael

What is Cairde na Gael? In Irish, it's pronounced (kar-djuh nuh
gayl) and it means "Friends of the Gaelic (Irish/Scot)". O'kie
Irish Music is a little play on words describing our particular
style of Irish music. Our music is based on the styles of great
Irish bands such as The Dubliners, The Clancys, and The Wolftones.
We just add a pinch of "Oklahoma" to get O'kie Irish Music.

The band grew from a weekly session band. In Ireland various
musicians gather at the pubs and have open sessions or jam nights.
Cairde na Gael began from just such a musician's session, right in
downtown Tulsa at Arnie's Irish Bar. What began as an open session
group became a band. Cairde na Gael can still be found playing at
Arnie's Irish Bar.

The members of the band include Frank Smreker (guitar, harmonica
and vocals), Kelly Lamb (vocals), Mike Roohan (vocals and drum),
Rusty Starbuck (banjo and mandolin), Todd McDonald (penny whistle
and pipes), Jon McClure (bass), and our tie to all our Irish
pasts, Phil Duffy (button accordion) all the way from County
Cavan Ireland.

Our tunes include, traditional dance tunes, pub songs, ballads,
and sing-a-longs. The band has played at various Irish Festivals
and Pubs, Tulsa's Oktoberfest, and the Cherokee Resort & Casino
in Catoosa. The band released it's debut CD, titled "Cairde na
Gael", in August of 2005.

Hometown: Tulsa, OK
Similar Artists: The Clancys, The Dubliners, The Wolftones,
The Chieftains, Planxty

Website: http://www.cairdenagael.com/
Download MP3: "Take Me Up to Monto"
  http://www.cairdenagael.com/song.htm
Buy CD: Cairde na Gael
  http://www.cairdenagael.com/song.htm


=========================
NEW TO CELTIC MP3S MUSIC MAGAZINE
=========================

Shays Rebellion (added: 29-Aug-2005)
http://www.shaysrebellion.net/
Shays Rebellion is new to the celtic music scene.  Their
music is a delightful journey through traditional celtic
music with a hint of bluegrass and a wee taste of rock and
roll.  The three-part harmony they create is 2nd to none.
The band includes:  Don Calsyn (fiddle, mandolin, bouzouki,
bodhran and guitar), Cheryl Noble (flute and whistles) and
Corki Demers (guitar, mandolin and bodhran).  They  have
just completed their CD which is now  available

Kilnaboy (added: 29-Aug-2005)
http://www.kilnaboy.co.uk/
Kilnaboy was hatched in the cold dank Feb of 2004.
Comprising of drunken boys on heat with a mission to spread
their own peculiar brand of dirty, filthy folkery pokery to
the world. Bringing traditional folk into line with the aid
of punk and roots undertones. The eclectic brand of upbeat
magic and madness will have you jumping from table to table
and flailing the dance floor wildly.

Ceann (added: 29-Aug-2005)
http://www.ceannnacaca.com/
Yankee-Irish Drinking Music

The Muses (added: 29-Aug-2005)
http://www.renaissancechic.com/
The Muses are Tanya Brody and Matthew Gurnsey. Each has had
a solo career and albums but they now play together as
Celtic Band, The Muses.
Tanya Brody and Matthew Gurnsey each play a plethora of
exotic instruments ranging from bohdran & concertina to harp
& hammered dulcimer; psaltery, pennywhistles and zils to
name just a few.

Keltic Kudzu (added: 11-Sep-2005)
http://www.keltickudzu.com
Celtic fusion with a southern accent!

Green Tea (added: 12-Sep-2005)
http://www.greenteaworldmusic.com
Celtic World Beat

The Patched Hats (added: 16-Sep-2005)
http://www.taolchemyrecords.com/2.html
Indie Trad Irish Music Duo based in VA and WI...

Taolchemy Records (added: 16-Sep-2005)
http://www.taolchemyrecords.com
New independent Traditional Irish Music label based in
Richmond, VA.

The Mandolin Cafe (added: 17-Sep-2005)
http://themandolincafe.com/
New coffeehouse/cafe and live folk music venue featuring
regular Celtic music concerts.



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6. ABOUT THE CELTIC MP3s MUSIC MAGAZINE
http://www.CelticMP3s.com/
=========================

"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!

HELPWARE:
This ezine is not totally free. It is designed to promote
Celtic musicians worldwide. You can help these artists by
doing the following:

    1. Visit the links provided
    2. Download the music
    3. Order a CD or 'tip' the band
    4. Forward this ezine to THREE friends
    5. Ask them to subscribe and help Celtic music grow


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#132 From: "Marc Gunn" <marc@...>
Date: Mon Aug 29, 2005 7:13 pm
Subject: The Rogues, Cady Finlayson, Highland Fling 		marc_gunn_bard
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Greetings Celtic Music Lovers,

I've had a busy couple o'weeks. Self-imposed of course. I found
I REALLY Like podcasting. I want to do MORE of it. So what did
I do? Last week, I released the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast #3.
I think I'm gonna up the episodes to every other week. I think
I can pull that off. Plus, I have access to sooo much music I
want to share and that a weekly ezine doesn't allow me to do.
So I'm gonna aim for an hour-long show of Celtic music that you
can listen to again and again and find the great music.

Irish & Celtic Music Podcast
http://www.celticmp3s.com/podcast/

Learn more about how you can download the latest podcast
http://www.celticmp3s.com/magazine/2005/08/how-to-listen-to-irish-music-podcasts\
.shtml

In case you missed the news, The Rogues have a brand new CD out
called RogueTrip. Plus, they have an all new lineup that includes
EJ Jones, formerly of the Texas Celtic supergroup, Clandestine.
That's important because on Rogues 5.0, the band featured "Bonnie
Portmore" with an amazing arrangement that included brass horns.
This time, EJ Jones is leading a new popular arrangement of the
song on flute. It is breath-taking.  The Rogues are also the
latest addition to Song Henge.

After The Rogues is Highland Fling. I highlighted Donna Germano
a few years back when she was on MP3.com. She's back with a new
duo with her on hammer dulcimer and Susan Kidney on fiddle with
a beautiful set of Irish tunes that I featured this week in the
podcast #3. What a great combination.

Slainte!
Marc Gunn, Bard

---

HOUSE CONCERTS IN GEORGIA AND FLORIDA WITH BROBDINGNAGIAN BARDS
My band is doing a short tour to Georgia and Florida next week.
If you are interested in seeing us perform, we currently have
house concerts booked in Lawrenceville, Georgia, and Clearwater,
Florida. I expect at least one other (Pensacola, I think) before
the week is through.

You can find details about these gigs at
http://www.thebards.net/shows/

---

The lineup for the 2005 Austin Celtic Festival was announced and
it will be headlined by Andy M. Stewart and The Prodigals.

Austin Celtic Festival
http://www.austincelts.org/

---

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http://www.celticmp3s.com/submit/
If you haven't been featured but have MP3s or sent me a CD,
I made an update to the submission form and would appreciate
it if you would consider resubmit your band for a feature.
It will still take a while, but it may help speed up the
process. Thanks!

---

CELTIC MUSIC NEWS PODCAST
http://www.celticmusicnews.com/
Aaron Drake hosts the weekly Celtic Music News Podcast. If you
want to hear some great new Celtic music, interviews, and get
some Celtic music news, drop by the website.

This week: CMN Podcast #32 featuring the Paperboys, Gael Force,
Wolfstone, Enter the Haggis, and Black 47

Remember, you don't have to download these files by hand. Get
a copy of iPodder or iTunes and let it download your Podcast
every week.

---

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find every band ever featured in the magazine and
you can quickly learn if they still offer MP3s, how
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CELTIC BAND FEATURE #1
=========================

"Bonny Portmore" by The Rogues

Smokin' bagpipes and driving percussion only begins to describe
a Rogues performance. Heart stirring music, performed like only
The Rogues can, will make your experience unforgettable.
Everyone becomes a Scot during a Rogues' show, and watch out,
you might be moved to jump up and dance before it's over. Through
their high-spirited and moving music, humour, and the best set
of knees this side of the Tweed, The Rogues create a Celtic
joyride with their blend of Scottish bagpipes and drums.

Hometown: Houston, Texas
Similar Artists: Seven Nations, Tannahill Weavers, Wicked
Tinkers, Tannahill Weavers, Bad Haggis

Website: http://www.therogues.com/
Download MP3: Bonny Portmore
http://www.celticmp3s.com/members/mp3s/TheRogues-BonnyPortmore.mp3
Buy CD: RogueTrip
http://cdbaby.com/cd/therogues5/from/celtic/


=========================
CELTIC CD FEATURE
=========================

"Harp and Shamrock" by Cady Finlayson

by Catherine L. Tully

Artist: Cady Finlayson
  http://www.violincady.com/
Album: "Harp and Shamrock"
Year produced: 2004

After hearing Cady Finlayson's gorgeous fiddle-playing on the CD
Take Two (with Sean McCabe) my expectations for Harp and Shamrock
were high, and I was not disappointed. Cady's latest effort is
terrific and I found my only disappointment was that the CD had
to end!

With a good mix of music, Cady's band is every bit as skilled as
she is. You'll hear everything from hornpipe music to a waltz to
a song called Going to Milwaukee which is a fun, easy listen.
Don't miss the title track, Harp and Shamrock/Crock of Gold for
a funky, unique musical arrangement that still somehow manages
to have a traditional thread running through it.

There is enough going on in this CD to keep things interesting
without too much of a departure from the good stuff that people
expect in a Celtic album. You'll hear the reels and jigs, but
this is not background music. Save it for a day that you can
listen to it uninterrupted so you can enjoy it fully. It is
just that good.

Album: "Harp and Shamrock"
  http://cdbaby.com/cd/cadyfinlayson2/from/celtic/

---
Catherine L. Tully is a freelance writer and photographer
specializing in the arts. She has written for Dance Teacher
Magazine, Classical Singer and Dance Spirit among others, and
reviews music for Celtic MP3s Music Magazine. You can reach
her at www.freelance-zone.com.



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CELTIC BAND FEATURE #2
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"Jack Broke the Prison Door" by Highland Fling

The echoes of a fiddle ringing through the mists of the Scottish
Highlands travel through time to the Blue Ridge Mountains of
North Carolina. Susan Kidney on fiddle and Donna Germano on
Celtic harp bring a combination of traditional Scottish melodies
and new compositions to celebrate the beauty of two mountain
ranges united by a common heritage. Highland Fling combines
Celtic harp and fiddle, as well as guitar and hammered dulcimer,
to interpret lively dance tunes and haunting melodies of the
Scottish masters. Inspired by the beauty of the Blue Ridge
Mountains, Susan has written tunes named after such local areas
as Devil's Courthouse and Graveyard Fields, showing the close
relationship between her own Scottish heritage and the music of
those who have settled in the Southern Highlands. Donna's Celtic
harp and hammered dulcimer provide both a compliment and contrast
to the strains of the fiddle in lively dance tunes and beautiful
airs alike.

Hometown: Asheville, North Carolina
Similar Artists: Alasdair Fraser, Kim Robertson, Robin Bullock, Clannad

Website: http://www.classictouchmusic.com/
Download MP3: Jack Broke the Prison Door
http://www.soundclick.com/bands/songInfo.cfm?bandID=211447&songID=1462673
Buy CD: Highland Fling
http://cdbaby.com/cd/highlandfling/from/celtic/


=========================
NEW TO CELTIC MP3S MUSIC MAGAZINE
=========================

Irish & Celtic Music Podcast (added: 20-Aug-2005)
http://www.celticmp3s.com/podcast/
Irish and Celtic music from grous featured in the Celtic
MP3s Music Magazine.

Shays Rebellion (added: 29-Aug-2005)
http://www.shaysrebellion.net/
Shays Rebellion is new to the celtic music scene.  Their
music is a delightful journey through traditional celtic
music with a hint of bluegrass and a wee taste of rock and
roll.  The three-part harmony they create is 2nd to none.
The band includes:  Don Calsyn (fiddle, mandolin, bouzouki,
bodhran and guitar), Cheryl Noble (flute and whistles) and
Corki Demers (guitar, mandolin and bodhran).  They  have
just completed their CD which is now  available

Kilnaboy (added: 29-Aug-2005)
http://www.kilnaboy.co.uk/
Kilnaboy was hatched in the cold dank Feb of 2004.
Comprising of drunken boys on heat with a mission to spread
their own peculiar brand of dirty, filthy folkery pokery to
the world. Bringing traditional folk into line with the aid
of punk and roots undertones. The eclectic brand of upbeat
magic and madness will have you jumping from table to table
and flailing the dance floor wildly.

Ceann (added: 29-Aug-2005)
http://www.ceannnacaca.com/
Yankee-Irish Drinking Music

The Muses (added: 29-Aug-2005)
http://www.renaissancechic.com/
The Muses are Tanya Brody and Matthew Gurnsey. Each has had
a solo career and albums but they now play together as
Celtic Band, The Muses.
Tanya Brody and Matthew Gurnsey each play a plethora of
exotic instruments ranging from bohdran & concertina to harp
& hammered dulcimer; psaltery, pennywhistles and zils to
name just a few.



=========================
6. ABOUT THE CELTIC MP3s MUSIC MAGAZINE
http://www.CelticMP3s.com/
=========================

"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!

HELPWARE:
This ezine is not totally free. It is designed to promote
Celtic musicians worldwide. You can help these artists by
doing the following:

    1. Visit the links provided
    2. Download the music
    3. Order a CD or 'tip' the band
    4. Forward this ezine to THREE friends
    5. Ask them to subscribe and help Celtic music grow


Learn more about
http://www.marcgunn.com <-- Bard Marc Gunn
http://www.thebards.net <-- Brobdingnagian Bards

Promote your music with Celtic MP3s
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#131 From: "Marc Gunn" <marc@...>
Date: Sun Aug 21, 2005 4:11 am
Subject: Michael Murphy and Shannon River Band, Highland Fling, Raymond McCullough 		marc_gunn_bard
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Greetings Celtic Music Lovers,

Well so far, Song Henge is getting an amazing response. The new
subscribers who've responded said they Loved it. That makes me
happy, and of course, makes it worthwhile to run. I still have
a lot of updating which I haven't had a chance to do this past
week, what with the recording I've been at with the Brobdingnagian
Bards. I should have more time this coming week.

SONG HENGE
http://www.celticmp3s.com/members/

I also got the second Irish & Celtic Music Podcast up and
running. I'm really pleased how it's sounding. Hopefully, we'll
soon have a network of Celtic music podcasts if I can get
together with Aaron Drake of the Celtic Music News Podcast and
Michael Murphy with the Irish Music Podcast.

Irish & Celtic Music Podcast
http://www.celticmp3s.com/podcast/

I don't remember if I mentioned the Irish Music Podcast. It
started up a few weeks back. It's an awesome podcast with Irish
music, news and entertainment. I particularly love their "This
Week in Beer" feature. Always fun.

Irish Music Podcast
http://www.irishmusicpodcast.com/

Michael Murphy also has a band--Michael Murphy and the Shannon
River Band. I hadn't heard of his group before I found the
podcast, but I am loving what I am hearing now. The group has
a wonderful traditional sound with sharp harmonies and a some
killer fun music.

Raymond McCullough is an Irish gem. I've wanted to feature this
talented Irish songwriter for a long time ago. Raymond combines
traditional Celtic music with contemporary songwriting while
fusing musical styles from China and Israel with Celtic Christian
themes. He has a totally unique musical style that's had him
topping the charts on various Celtic Christian internet radio
stations.

Slainte!
Marc Gunn, Bard

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http://www.celticmp3s.com/submit/
If you haven't been featured but have MP3s or sent me a CD,
I made an update to the submission form and would appreciate
it if you would consider resubmit your band for a feature.
It will still take a while, but it may help speed up the
process. Thanks!

---

CELTIC MUSIC NEWS PODCAST
http://www.celticmusicnews.com/
Aaron Drake hosts the weekly Celtic Music News Podcast. If you
want to hear some great new Celtic music, interviews, and get
some Celtic music news, drop by the website.

This week: CMN Podcast #32 featuring the Paperboys, Gael Force,
Wolfstone, Enter the Haggis, and Black 47

Remember, you don't have to download these files by hand. Get
a copy of iPodder or iTunes and let it download your Podcast
every week.

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Are you tired of scouring this website trying to find
the great Celtic music you love only to find out that
your band no longer offers free Celtic MP3s?

Song Henge will save you the effort. Here you will
find every band ever featured in the magazine and
you can quickly learn if they still offer MP3s, how
many and where to go to get them. This new service
is the product of five years of dedication to Celtic
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CELTIC BAND FEATURE #1
=========================

"Whisky You're the Devil" by Michael Murphy and the Shannon
River Band

Michael Murphy and the Shannon River Band offers a high-energy
display of their Celtic roots, blended with leading-edge
elements of bluegrass and jam-rock styles. The band's original
and traditional music blends sounds from the Dubliners,
Wolfetones, Bill Monroe, Ricky Scaggs, Phish and Dave Mathews.
Both old and young, traditional and modern can't resist this
rhythm and improvisation-infused approach to traditional
Celtic music.

This connection with audiences through music comes through loud
and clear on the band's 2004 self-titled release. Music from the
album has been featured on-air, with consistent play on WEDO
810AM. Host Diane Byrnes calls the group, "The area's brightest
new talent … This disc is a must-have for your music library!"
The effort has also been featured in 2004 St. Patrick's Day
on-air and live event promotions for WRRK 96.9FM.

Hometown: Pittsburgh, PA, USA
Similar Artists: Dubliners, Wolfetones, Gaelic Storm

Website: http://www.michaelmurphy.us/
Download MP3: "Whisky You're the Devil"
  http://www.michaelmurphy.us/listen.html
Buy CD: Michael Murphy and the Shannon River Band
  http://www.michaelmurphy.us/merch.html


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CELTIC CD FEATURE
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"Highland Fling" by Highland Fling

by Catherine L. Tully

Artist: Highland Fling
  http://classictouchmusic.com/
Album: "Highland Fling"
Year produced: 2005

Simple, pleasant Celtic music combining the sound of the harp,
fiddle and hammered dulcimer, this is a lovely CD. Susan Kidney's
fiddle playing meshes beautifully with the harp music of Donna
Germano. There is a mix of traditional Scottish tunes and new
music here, so everyone should be pleased.

The music on the CD spans all tempos, with selections arranged
well to compliment each other. The range of sounds that both
artists can elicit from their instruments shows their expertise
and makes the music a pleasure to sit back and listen to. Don't
miss the sweet sounds of track 5, Graveyard Fields or Hector the
Hero, track 9 which has spoken lyrics in addition to the music;
a nice listen.

This album is one to sit back and enjoy. Lament for the Mountains
was my favorite track, and is an original of Susan Kidney's.
There are 13 tracks with a wide range of sound for only a few
instruments! This is a pairing of talent that is something worth
listening to.

Buy the Album: "Highland Fling"
  http://cdbaby.com/cd/highlandfling/from/celtic/

---
Catherine L. Tully is a freelance writer and photographer
specializing in the arts. She has written for Dance Teacher
Magazine, Classical Singer and Dance Spirit among others, and
reviews music for Celtic MP3s Music Magazine. You can reach her
at www.freelance-zone.com.



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CELTIC BAND FEATURE #2
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"I Will Life My Eyes Up" by Raymond McCullough

Singer/songwriter, Raymond McCullough, has been writing songs
since 1973. He plays guitar and mandolin and has travelled and
performed, (literally busking for his supper, on one occasion!),
in Israel, China (Beijing), Scotland and Ireland, north and
south - playing pubs, concerts, churches - on the street, if
required! At the Fiddler's Green International Festival in
Rostrevor, Ireland recently he was described by one of the
organisers as "the discovery of the festival!"

Hometown: Newtownards, N. Ireland (UK)
Similar Artists: Bob Dylan, Bruce Springsteen, Clannad, Christy
Moore, Luka Bloom, Ceili Rain, Horslips, Waterboys

Website: http://www.preciousoil.com/raymond/
Download MP3: "I Will Life My Eyes Up"
  http://christianbands.co.uk/download.php?band_id=
85&song_id=847&mode=song_hifi

Buy CD: Into Jerusalem
  http://www.preciousoil.com/raymond/albums.shtml


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Craig Buie (added: 13-Aug-2005)
http://www.craigbuie.com/
Craigbuie Guest House provides Scottish Bed and Breakfast
accommodation in Killin, Perth
Craigbuie (it means the Golden or Yellow Hill) is situated
on Main Street  in Killin between the Falls of Dochart and
Loch Tay, surrounded on three sides by heather clad
mountains..

Irish Music Podcast (added: 13-Aug-2005)
http://www.irishmusicpodcast.com/
Irish Music Podcast has some of the best in unsigned Irish
and Celtic music from around the world - delivered every
other week to your iPod, MP3 player or desktop. What can you
hear on our half-hour podcast?

Smithfield Fair (added: 13-Aug-2005)
http://www.smithfieldfair.com/
Acoustic music…Scottish spirit. Scottish traditional
influence is strong in the music of Smithfield Fair. Song-
driven, the music is a balance of traditional songs and
strong, critically acclaimed originals, lively and
contemporary without losing the traditional focus.

Cromdale (added: 14-Aug-2005)
http://www.cromdale.de/
Celtic folk rock from Germany

Irish & Celtic Music Podcast (added: 20-Aug-2005)
http://www.celticmp3s.com/podcast/
Irish and Celtic music from grous featured in the Celtic
MP3s Music Magazine.



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6. ABOUT THE CELTIC MP3s MUSIC MAGAZINE
http://www.CelticMP3s.com/
=========================

"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!

HELPWARE:
This ezine is not totally free. It is designed to promote
Celtic musicians worldwide. You can help these artists by
doing the following:

    1. Visit the links provided
    2. Download the music
    3. Order a CD or 'tip' the band
    4. Forward this ezine to THREE friends
    5. Ask them to subscribe and help Celtic music grow


Learn more about
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http://www.thebards.net <-- Brobdingnagian Bards

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Greetings Celtic Music Lovers,

This month marks the five year anniversary for the Celtic MP3s
Music Magazine. When the magazine started, I planned to feature
the Brobdingnagian Bards in every issue. But as I heard all the
great music out there, I changed my mind. I decided to help
Celtic groups reach Celtic music fans.

But before I go into all that, I want to introduce you to this
week's bands. A couple o'weeks ago, I shared Celtic music from
Croatia. This week, I'd like to share some Celtic music from
Rome, Italy from Contea. After that, you can enjoy the fun
music of The Barley Boys, complete with awesome harmonies and
a lot of spirit.

Introducing Song Henge

Our community is just way too small. It's not very profitable
and time-consuming to run a free weekly magazine. That's why
such popular sites as Ceolas the CelticMusic.com have good
information, but they are now outdated. Other websites, charge
you a fee to access the great information. I never wanted to do
that.

My goal was to offer free Celtic music and to rely on your
benevolence to support the artists you love. And you do that.

However, it got me thinking. This newsletter and website costs
me far more than the amount of time I put into it. I wonder if
there is a special service I can offer you that might help me
to continue this magazine while giving you a value-added access
to the great music you love to listen to.

With my five-year anniversary upon me, I thought it was now
fitting to introduce Song Henge, the quick and easy guide to the
music and bands found in the Celtic MP3s Music Magazine.

I'm sure some of you have tried digging around the CelticMP3s.com
website trying to find out if your favorite band offers free
music. In the process, you found some more great music, but it
was really rather inconsistent.

Well, I decided to make that easier with Song Henge. This is a
comprehensive guide of Celtic music features, reviews, and sites
with the best free Celtic MP3s that were featured in the Celtic
MP3s Music Magazine. Like this newsletter, there are no illegal
Celtic MP3s, but there are currently over a hundred and twenty
bands with 300+ MP3s that you are allowed to download. Plus,
you will find information about each group, or find out what
happened to these groups.

The site is still under construction. I hope to do a full-release
in September when I will release annual memberships. Until then,
I decided to release a limited number of Lifetime Memberships at
well-over 50% off the regular price.

This is your chance to show your support for the work I do on
this magazine and to easily access the bands that you enjoy
listening to.

As a Lifetime Member of Song Henge, you will also get access to
free CDs, some exclusive Celtic MP3 downloads, and an exclusive
Song Henge monthly mailing list, where I will notify you about
the latest Song Henge gifts.

I put hundreds of hours into compiling this information, writing
these features, reviews, and building this directory. It is a
massive project that is still under construction. I could easily
charge $150 for a lifetime membership.

When it's released, it will cost you $49, but this month only,
you can join Song Henge for just $29. For the price of two CDs,
you can access five years of research.

Join Song Henge right now and save:
http://www.celticmp3s.com/members/

Slainte!
Marc Gunn, Bard

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NEW LOW-COST WAY TO PROMOTE YOUR WEBSITE
http://www.celticmp3s.com/advertising.shtml
I am starting a new way to help bands and websites promote
themselves in my ezine with the introduction of the Shamrock
Sponsor. For an introductory offer of as little as $5 a month,
your website will be featured in every issue, AND on two
websites. Be the first to get your website in front of
thousands of readers.

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RESUBMIT YOUR BAND FOR A FEATURE
http://www.celticmp3s.com/submit/
If you haven't been featured but have MP3s or sent me a CD,
I made an update to the submission form and would appreciate
it if you would consider resubmit your band for a feature.
It will still take a while, but it may help speed up the
process. Thanks!

---

CELTIC MUSIC NEWS PODCAST
http://www.celticmusicnews.com/
Aaron Drake hosts the weekly Celtic Music News Podcast. If you
want to hear some great new Celtic music, interviews, and get
some Celtic music news, drop by the website.

This week: Podcast #31 featuring The Glengarry Bhoys, Captain
Tractor, Wolfstone, Kinship, and Cruisebox

Remember, you don't have to download these files by hand. Get
a copy of iPodder or iTunes and let it download your Podcast
every week.

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per person, join the Celtic MP3s Music Magazine's new affiliate
program and starting promoting our premiere new Celtic music
service.

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

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CELTIC BAND FEATURE #1
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"Me Father's Shoes" by The Barley Boys

The Barley Boys have taken their live performances from the local
bar scene to the festival stages across the nation. This band has
reached a new presence in the Celtic Music scene of today. Without
a doubt, these five not only entertain, but also excite and
re-kindle the Celtic spirit.

The Barley Boys' renowned style and professionalism is combined
like no other. They bring you a timeless recipe of traditional
Irish music and Maritime favorites with new arrangements that are
complimented with original songs written by lead vocalist Mike
Babick. The lively lowland fiddling' of Glen Borden blends with
the soothing voice of Dublin's own Robbie Murphy. The foot
stompin' rhythm section featuring Joe Gherity and Brian Fanning
bring it all together in a powerful sound they call their own.
The Barley Boys' colorful harmonies and tastefulness are not
to be forgotten; instead, they are remembered in the hearts
and souls of those who join them.

Hometown: Lanoka Harbor, NJ
Similar Artists: Van Morrison, John Hiatt, Warren Zevon

Website: http://www.thebarleyboys.com
Download MP3: http://www.thebarleyboys.com/merchandise.htm
Buy CD: "It's A Long Drive From Ireland"
http://www.thebarleyboys.com/merchandise.htm


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CELTIC CD FEATURE
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"The High Road" by Cluan

by Joe Wallace

Artist: Cluan
  http://www.cluan.com/
Album: The High Road
Year produced: 2004

Cluan mix up reels, jigs and songs to good effect on The High
Road. The Texas sextet's fifty-minute studio album lives up to
its name with plenty of high quality sounds from Ireland and
beyond. Singer Erin Bobruk adds just the right touch of emotion
on the opening jilted-lover song The Blacksmith. More
impressively, Bobruk handles the tongue-twisting Bímse Féin ag
lascaireacht with considerable skill and grace.

Cluan stick with what some call the all-natural sound; they
don't try to spruce up the mix with electrified sounds, heavy
echo or other studio tricks. The acoustic guitar, bouzouki, and
two fiddles are expertly recorded; The High Road has a
spontaneous quality difficult to capture on a studio album.

It's obvious the band put much thought into the flow of this
release as a long-play experience. With plenty of variety from
track to track, the music ebbs and flows from the mellow Green
Grows The Laurel to the spirited jigs of The Butlers of Glen
Avenue. The finale, Aly's Waltz, rounds out the album well, its
easygoing tempo a nice contrast to the energetic Skidoo, Johnny
Allen's, and Farewell To Whisky.

For a group only in existence for a few years, the group already
has an impressive selection of quality work. Cluan have three
releases under their belts now, the six-song The Buck Stops Here,
and the longer-playing Night Out. After getting a taste of The
High Road, the other two titles are very tempting. Sadly, The
Buck Stops Here is unavailable, but Night Out is still in print,
featuring the same skilled guitar and good fiddle playing that's
found on The High Road.

Buy the Album: The High Road
http://cdbaby.com/cd/cluan2/from/celtic/

---
Celtic MP3 Music Magazine writer Joe Wallace reviews music
for many publications and writes both nonfiction as well as
short stories. His nonfiction work includes articles for
Korean Quarterly, Indie-Music.com, the Alternative Culture
Guide, and Factsheet Five. Contact him through his website
at www.freelance-zone.com.



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CELTIC BAND FEATURE #2
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"March of the King of Laois" by Contea - Modern European Folk

The band was formed in 1998, as a folk laboratory, to study and
perform fok music from all europe, with music wink from asia
(with some using of tabla or tampura).  The choice of songs was
always been directed on rebel music from all europe. This kind
of choice lead the band to a studio work in 2004, "Il Campo dei
Ribelli" (the Rebel Camp), with music from all those people that
fought against the first ideas of imperialism in europe, there
are songs from Scotland, Vandea, South of Italy and Russia.
In top af all we love Irish music and we play it a lot!

For those who can't read Italian:
Also know as "Rory O'Moore" and "Rory of the Hills, this old
melody was always assocaited with the O'Moore family and was
composed as a homage to Ruairi Og O Mordha, who was the head
ohousehold in the sixteenth century and a famous hero of the
anti-English resistance at that time. The Laois word is
pronounced "Lish".

Hometown: Roma, Italy
Similiar: Bothy Band, Planxty, Chieftains, Pentangle, Bothy Band,
Queen, Black Sabbath, Abba, Frank Zappa

Homepage: http://www.contea.info
Download: http://www.contea.info/Media/Media.htm
Buy CD: http://www.perimetro.com/


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Clan Cunningham USA - New England Region (added: 24-Jul-2005)
http://webpages.charter.net/clancunninghamusane/home.html
Find out what Clan Cunningham and Scottish activities are
happening in New England. Links to Games and Festivals,
Scottish shopping in New England and elsewhere

Celtic Cultural Studies (added: 11-Jul-2005)
http://www.celtic-cultural-studies.com/
An independently published and peer-reviewed
interdisciplinary academic journal.  Publish papers on
diverse subjects relating to all cultures from Celtic
territories and their diasporas, from all historical periods
and geographical locations, within a broadly Cultural
Studies perspective. The journal does not limit itself to
traditions specifically associated with Celtic languages per
se, but embraces consideration of issues in Scottish
Studies, Cornish Studies, Irish Studies, and so forth.

Fantasy Ireland (added: 20-Jul-2005)
http://www.fantasy-ireland.com/
Anyone whose spirit comes alive in the midst of all things
Irish will be right at home on Fantasy-Ireland.com! Irish
and Celtic symbols guides, Ireland vacation ideas and
advice, haunted castles, castle hotels, Irish wedding
traditions, Irish recipes, unique and popular Irish baby
names, and more!!!

Celtic Culture (added: 20-Jul-2005)
http://www.celtic-culture.com/
Embark on an Adventure into Celtic Culture its Art Crafts
Songs and Tales of warriors and fairy magic a family
inspired view of Celtic his

Crimson (added: 20-Jul-2005)
http://www.crimsontheband.co.uk/
'CRIMSON' are a Corporate Functions and weddings band. The
band are based in Glasgow, Scotland. 'CRIMSON' consists of
four members who have been performing for over 20 years.
The band have
performed at all the major venues and hotels including,
Gleneagles, St Andrews, The Grosvenor, Holiday Inn etc

Craig Buie (added: 22-Jul-2005)
http://www.craigbuie.com/
Home of Scottish contemporary craft, promote your business,
search for makers, retailers, galleries, events, news,
features, opportunities, training, and business advice

Wales Live (added: 22-Jul-2005)
http://www.waleslive.com/
Guide to Outdoor Activities and Pursuits in Wales: walking,
walks, hiking, mountain biking, routes, trails, watersports,
mountains Snowdonia National Park

Finnians (added: 22-Jul-2005)
http://www.finnians.com/
Our site is presents our collection of Declan's Finnians,
hand painted Irish figurines, each containing their own
piece of authentic Blarney Stone. Our site also offers
information to our collectors (over 30,000 registered
members). The company also sells through its website.

St Anthony's Guest House (added: 22-Jul-2005)
http://www.st-anthonys-guests.com/
St. Anthonys Guesthouse offers affordable, comfortable
accommodation in Dungarvan, Co.Waterford. Whilst staying
with us you are guaranteed a friendly welcome and a good
nights rest in one of the best places to stay in Dungarvan,
Co. Waterford.

Dram Nation (added: 22-Jul-2005)
http://www.dramnation.com/
DramNation is a single malt whisky community with reviews,
shopping, auction, news, and a forum for discussion. You are
encouraged to contribute with your own reviews for a chance
to win a bottle of single malt every month.

Edinburgh Travel Guide (added: 22-Jul-2005)
http://edinburghtravelguide.com/
Discover how to plan the perfect trip to Edinburgh,
Scotland. Find out everything you need to know about travel,
accommodation and the main tourist attractions in Scotland's
beautiful capital city.

Holiday Cottages UK (added: 22-Jul-2005)
http://www.simplycottageholidays.com/
Holiday cottages in Scotland England Wales and Ireland -
self catering accommodation in all the most beautiful
regions - including coast countryside village and town
locations - book online.

Richie McLean - Download Fine Art (added: 22-Jul-2005)
http://www.richiemclean.com/new/downloadart.html
Download Fine art and Illustration from Richard McLean!
Human rights award winning author of 'Recovered, Not Cured,
a journey through schizophrenia'. High Resolution art
downloads of images from the book, and travel sketches from
Ireland and Morocco. Free online mp3 book in 5 parts from
the ABC.

StoneRing (added: 22-Jul-2005)
http://www.thestonering.com
Traditional Irish and Scottish music. Rebel songs, ballads
and drinking songs with three part vocal harmonies and a
variety of instrumentals.



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6. ABOUT THE CELTIC MP3s MUSIC MAGAZINE
http://www.CelticMP3s.com/
=========================

"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!

HELPWARE:
This ezine is not totally free. It is designed to promote
Celtic musicians worldwide. You can help these artists by
doing the following:

    1. Visit the links provided
    2. Download the music
    3. Order a CD or 'tip' the band
    4. Forward this ezine to THREE friends
    5. Ask them to subscribe and help Celtic music grow


Learn more about
http://www.marcgunn.com <-- Bard Marc Gunn
http://www.thebards.net <-- Brobdingnagian Bards

Promote your music with Celtic MP3s
http://www.celticmp3s.com/promote/

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