Congratulations to Irish singer Van Morrison for the stunning success of his song Brown Eyed Girl, which passed the ten million mark for the number of airplays on radio stations in the United States. The …
Author: Patrick Kehoe
Judy Collins on her love of Irish music
American folk legend Judy Collins has spoken about her love of Ireland and Irish music. The singer recently released a ‘Live in Ireland’ DVD which was recorded at Dromoland Castle, Co Clare. The performance included …
Why is Fairytale of New York a Christmas song…a shot of reality
It’s a mystery to some people. Why is Fairytale of New York a Christmas song? Some even listen to the gravelly voice of MacGowan and wonder why it’s a popular song at all. Well, there’s …
Our readers give their verdict on Ed Sheeran’s Fairytale of New York
It takes a brave man to do a cover version of a classic like Fairytale of New York, especially as it’s a duet and you have to do it on your own. But Ed Sheeran …
Celtic Thunder singer Emmet Cahill performing in 60 cities in US and Canada
Irish singer Emmet Cahill first found fame with Celtic Thunder before adding a successful solo career to his achievements. The award-winning tenor made his Carnegie Hall debut to a sold-out audience in March 2018. So …
Celtic Thunder’s Colm Keegan brings the complete Irish experience to North America
PROGRAM DETAILS Award winning singer-songwriter Colm Keegan of Celtic Thunder renown will launch his new series, “The History of Ireland through Music,” in North America in February and March of 2019. This program includes the …
Celtic Thunder’s Colm Keegan adds lessons in speaking Irish to his concert tour
Celtic Thunder’s Colm Keegan will be bringing the complete Irish experience to his new concert tour including discussions on culture, history and lessons in the Gaelic language. Keegan’s Connecting the Celts is the first show …
Learn music theory and Irish language from Celtic Thunder star
You will soon be able to refer to Celtic Thunder star Colm Keegan as ‘Mr Keegan’ as he is about to branch out into a new venture – teaching. He will be offering online courses …
Music fans in mourning for George Donaldson
Celtic Thunder fans and the world of music in general are in mourning tonight following the death of George Donaldson. The Celtic Thunder star suffered a massive heart attack yesterday at his home in Glasgow. …
Last Call – Mary Black farewell world tour
Irish singer Mary Black is preparing for her final world tour as she begins to wind down after a career spanning 40 successful years. Black has been one of the leading lights of Irish music …
Justin Timberlake’s Auld Triangle splits the fans
For some it was an act of sacrilege against Ireland’s musical heritage; for others it was a welcome mark of respect for Irish culture from a major, international star. Whichever way you look at it, …
Sinead O’Connor turns her fury on Simon Cowell
After last week’s public war of words with Miley Cyrus, Sinead O’Connor has now turned her attention to music producer, Simon Cowell. The Irish singer launched a scathing attack on Cowell and his sidekick Louis …
Paul Byrom – Kickstarter for PBS Music special
In this video Paul Byrom talks to Pat Kehoe about why he used the Kickstarter Project to ask his fans to help him finance a special concert on the PBS Channel in America. Major Irish …
Irish American dream set to hit the road
More on Tara and videos of her performing Irish American singer Tara O’Grady is being given the chance to relive an epic trip her grandmother made across America more than 50 years ago. As Tara …