Celtic Roots Radio – Irish music podcast

Celtic Roots Radio – Irish music podcast

Author: Raymond McCullough: Precious Oil Productions Ltd Language: English Episodes: 77
Curated by Raymond McCullough of Precious Oil Productions Ltd, Celtic Roots Radio-Irish music podcast is a heartfelt journey through the sounds and stories of Celtic and roots traditions. Each episode feels like a personal mixtape, blending a rich tapestry of music that spans from the heart of Ireland and Scotland to the Appalachian mountains and the Breton coast. You’ll hear the driving rhythms of folk-rock, the poignant storytelling of singer-songwriters, the lively energy of Cajun and bluegrass, and the deep, resonant tones of pure acoustic sessions. It’s a celebration where Cape Breton fiddle tunes might sit alongside a soulful Irish ballad, all united by a common thread of authenticity and passion. More than just a music podcast, the programme is infused with a warm, welcoming spirit-what’s fondly referred to as a wee drop of Norn Iron craic. This creates a sense of community, as if you’re discovering these tunes alongside a knowledgeable friend. For anyone with an ear for genuine, roots-driven sound, this podcast offers a regular and enriching escape into the diverse soundscape of Celtic-inspired music, carefully produced to feel both timeless and immediate.
Episodes
Celtic Roots Radio 67 – 1798, a bridge and 'the priest's grave' [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 29:59
Hosted by Raymond McCullough, in Downpatrick, Co. Down, Northern Ireland with music from: Lick The Tins (N. Ireland/London, UK) ‘Can’t Help Falling in Love’ (Blind Man on a Flying Horse)) Sarah Burnell (Ottawa, Canada) ‘…
Celtic Roots Radio 65 –  'Ye cannae take our freedom!' [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 29:59
Hosted by Raymond McCullough, in Downpatrick, Co. Down, Northern Ireland with music from: Jason Macdonald (Cape Breton Island, NS, Canada) – ‘Storm on the Way’ (Got a Ways to Go) Didgericruise (Arizona, USA) – ‘Over the…
Celtic Roots Radio 64 – Galicia – the Cinderella of Celtic nations [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 29:59
Hosted by Raymond McCullough, in Downpatrick, Co. Down, Northern Ireland with music from: Gil Fourney (south of France) – ‘Celtic Game’ (single) Maidens IV (Ohio, USA) – ‘Intro Maidens Melody' (Celtic Fire) Fiona J. Mack…
Celtic Roots Radio 63 – Roast potatoes, chips 'n' mash! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 29:59
Hosted by Raymond McCullough, in Downpatrick, Co. Down, Northern Ireland with music from: Lori Willcuts (Oregon, USA) – ‘You Stole My Heart’ (One More Step) Raymond McCullough (Northern Ireland, UK) – ‘Ar tir seo aguinne…
Celtic Roots Radio 61 –  Irish export – good and not so good! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 29:59
Hosted by Raymond McCullough, in Downpatrick, Co. Down, Northern Ireland with music from: Transpher (Melun, near Paris, France) – 'In the Night' (Black Sam) Cantus Lunaris (Munich, Germany) – ‘Outro of Por que Liorax' (F…
Celtic Roots Radio 60 – Belfast, Bil-fahst and Canada, eh? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 29:56
Hosted by Raymond McCullough, in Downpatrick, Co. Down, Northern Ireland: with music from: Caliorne (Bretagne/Breizh, France) – 'Scottish Purple' (Rock Noz Band) Julie Henigan (Missouri, USA) – 'Jessica's Polka/The Procr…
Celtic Roots Radio 59 – Patrick's Day, Purim and Molly Bloom's pub [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 29:59
Hosted by Raymond McCullough, in Belfast, Northern Ireland: with music from: Bill Grogan's Goat, (Michigan, USA) – 'Waxie's Dargle/Siege of Ennis', (Second Wind) Eamonn Costello and Cathal Clohessy, (Ireland) – 'Aile Dho…
Celtic Roots Radio 58 – 'To Finaghy and beyond' [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 29:59
Hosted by Raymond McCullough, in Belfast, Northern Ireland: with music from: The Sandcarvers, (Wisconsin, USA) - 'Truth Be Told', (Whiskey Tango Foxtrot) Bill Grogan's Goat, (Michigan, USA) - 'Stress Bay', (Second Wind)…