Celtic Roots Radio 64 – Galicia – the Cinderella of Celtic nations

Celtic Roots Radio 64 – Galicia – the Cinderella of Celtic nations

Author: Raymond McCullough: Precious Oil Productions Ltd December 31, 2019 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. Mackenzie (Ohio, USA) – ‘Oran a Bhliadhna uir – Cape Breton New Year Song’ (Duan Nollaig)   Tartanic (Texas, USA) – ‘Desert Storm’ (Uncivilized)   Common Union 59 (San Francisco, USA) – ‘On a wing and a Prayer’ (Magnolia Waltz)   Charlie Gear (Florida, USA) – 'Final Crossing’ (Ode to The Laurel Lass)   Homesick Elephant (Los Angeles, USA) – ’The Fictional Ballad of James McNulty, 1890-1970’ (The Pilgrim & The Pen)   Dan Charness (New York City, USA) – ‘Generation Y’ (Not for Love)   Produced by Precious Oil Productions Ltd for Celtic Roots Radio

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.
Author: Language: en-gb Episodes: 50

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