| 2011 Music Entertainment
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| Albannach | |  | Albannach is Scots-Gaelic for "Scottish" or "Scotsman". That's exactly what they are. Albannach are all born and bred in Scotland and their purpose in life is to share their intriguing culture, history and heritage with you by means of their music.
Albannach are not just another Scottish 'Pipes & Drums' band, indeed they bring a new and exciting form of music to you. A championship winning piper, an extremely talented main drummer, bass drummers and bodhran musician bring you a brand new approach to percussion and Celtic music. Their style of music is exciting, energetic and enchanting and they promise to leave you begging for more.
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| Barleyjuice | | | Barleyjuice was born out of Rock and Roll, reared on British Invasion, Country Western and Progressive Rock, and landed somewhere in the North Channel with a penchant for all things Celtic. Kyf Brewer, Keith "Swanny" Swanson, Shelley Weiss, Eric Worthington, and Gregor Schroeder welcome you to their playground of musical misbehavior. Kilts may be the preferred dress, but bagpipes, fiddle, accordion, mandolin, bouzouki, whistle, piano, harmonica, bass and drums cover them nicely even when they turn up naked.
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| Colcannon | | | The musical group Colcannon has developed a distinctive, inventive, and contemporary musical style while still keeping in firm touch with the heart and essence of traditional Irish music. Colcannon's concerts are renowned for their energy, for singer/frontman Mick Bolger's irrepressible sense of humor and sly wit, and, of course, for the music; music that expresses flights of joy, deep sorrows, and an unquenchable zest for life. Formed in 1984 in Boulder, Colorado, Colcannon's reputation has grown steadily over the years. Their appeal crosses lines of age, gender and ethnic background. For while the musical focus is on the beautiful wealth of traditional Irish music -- all acoustic instrumentation, traditional as well as original tunes and songs, with some of the songs in Mick's native Irish language -- Colcannon's true message is the story of the resilient and joyous human spirit. |
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| Enter the Haggis | | | Over the past three albums and five years, Toronto's Celtic rock band Enter The Haggis has found itself at the center of a grassroots success story ever teetering on the brink of mainstream success.
The band has been together in its current incarnation since members met in the early 2000s in Toronto, where more than half the band was studying its craft in the city's colleges and universities. With that kind of classically trained background Enter The Haggis is constantly honing and evolving its sound – blending elements of rock and pop with traditional Celtic fare, an art school eclecticism and a keen sense of arrangement. Alternating between upbeat rock numbers with sing-along choruses and slower, more introspective alt pop songs, the band plays progressive and lyrically driven music that's strongly rooted in Celtic tradition – from the storytelling to the bagpipes.
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| Gobs O' Phun | | | The "Gobs" are all natives of Pueblo, Colorado. They have a unique harmony style which does not follow conventional assigned parts. Their performance is a "robust flavored, full-bodied hop, harmoniously blended from selected Irish and Scottish ditties". Their sound has been compared to the Clancy Brothers. Their casual style, interaction with the audience, self-deprecating humor and improvised stage antics and banter have earned them a regular following of fans whom chuckle, laugh, clap, stomp their feet, sing along and leave having fully experienced gobs of fun! |
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| Hounds of Finn | | | Hounds of Finn is a high-energy Irish musical entity forged from the roots of Celtic and American traditions. Based in St. Paul, MN, the Hounds perform Irish folk-rock and roots music from around the world, along with our own original material—topped off with a sprinkling of traditional Irish and Scottish tunes. The Hounds have been performing in and around the Minnesota music scene since 2007 and currently have two finished CD's and a DVD. They are now back at it and working on CD #3!
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| Juice O'The Barley | | | An old Irish tradition, Juice O'The Barley is double distilled with equal parts up-beat bass and crowd-loving guitar. Malted with an effervescent violin, and blended to perfection with a classic banjo, this Irish quartet will quench the thirst of any audience. Whether it's an old rebel song, a sailor's tune, or a knee-slappin' jig, Juice O'The Barley will energize and entertain until last call, or sunrise . . . whichever comes first.
Juice O'The Barley has established itself as one of the most sought after purveyors of Irish pub music in Denver and Colorado. They can be found playing at local pubs and at major Irish and Celtic festivals. Although drawing on traditional roots, The Juice is not your mother's typical Irish folk group. They play their music in a style that can only be described as "Irish music with an attitude."
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| Lougheed | | | Exciting celtic music duo, Lougheed, features multi-instrumentalists Mark Hill and Pamela Gillman. Many years of music experience in multiple genres, combines to produce an unique sound focused on Celtic music both traditional and modern.
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| McPeake | | | Francis McPeake first brought the band together for a stage show based on the Titanic, that he co-wrote in 2003. Since then they have worked with many prominent Irish artists including Brian Kennedy, Finbar Furey, Kieran Goss, Juliet Turner, and Ralph McTell.
No musical borders are left uncrossed - the refreshing, varied sound of McPeake organically grows from its members.
Each McPeake member is an artist in their own right and has performed with many international artists including Van Morrison, Mary Black, Ronan Keating, The McPeake Family, Riverdance, John Hurt, Denis Hopper, The Chieftains and more. Their experiences bring a twist to McPeake.
McPeake has a creative approach to music, blending influences from Irish traditional, folk, acoustic and country genres to create their own unique sound that is an experience for the ears and soul. |
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| McTeggart Irish Dancers | | | The oldest school of Irish dance in Colorado, the McTeggart Dancers have thrilled audiences across the state for over 35 years with rousing performances of traditional Irish dance. The dancers, ranging in age from 4 to 24, are known for their intricate, colorful costumes as well as their fast feet and rhythmic precision. This year, McTeggart dancers from Denver, Boulder and Fort Collins will make over 100 public appearances. The McTeggart Irish Dancers offer instruction for pupils of all ages and levels in Colorado, Arizona, New Mexico, California, Oklahoma, Texas, Louisiana, Kentucky and Alaska. The dancers have won recognition at local, national and international competitions, including the All-Ireland and World Championships.
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| Mondragon | | | Mondragon is a collective of musicians whose roots delve into folk, classical, jazz, and rock, and it blooms with a style quite unique from the garden variety Celtic ensemble. The band is known to take on traditional tunes and flirt with dimension. Whether it be through a harmony or an unexpected turn, the result is delightful and often mesmerizing. Mondragon possesses a deep love for both historical tradition and contemporary style. The band is comfortable and affable in all venues, and its energy is downright contagious. |
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| Mythica | | | Armed with an arsenal of instruments, Mythica takes listeners on a sonic rollercoaster ride. Influenced by traditional and contemporary Celtic and World music, and by rock artists like Paul Simon, Led Zeppelin, and Tori Amos, Mythica writes songs that are inventive but accessible, fresh yet familiar. Mythica uses the hurdy gurdy, mandolin, woodwinds, bodhran and fiddle, as well as non-traditional instruments like the electric guitar, bass and drum kit to produce a musical melting pot tied together with powerful vocals, addictive melodies, and provocative lyrics.
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| Potcheen | | | Potcheen (Poitin') means "the Illegal Moonshine Whiskey" and it sometimes contains impurities and off flavors. On rare occasions, it may contain dangerous levels of toxic alcohols just like the Colorado Celtic Pirates that have scorched the throats of crowds from New York to San Francisco with one helluva kick. Their campaign began in 2003 and has continued unabated even surviving a near fatal bus crash in 09' they have produced 5 albums and performed over 2000 shows under their belts they deliver their rapid high energy shows mixing Celtic Traditional with Flavors of Bluegrass, Zydeco, Punk, Jam, blues & Rock and rolled up with a Pirate Sensibility. What doesn't kill 'em just makes 'em stronger!!! |
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| RUNA | | | RUNA burst onto the music scene during the summer of 2008 and has been taking audiences by storm ever since! Drawing on the diverse musical backgrounds of its band members, RUNA brings a contemporary and refreshing experience to traditional and more recently composed Celtic material. Through their repertoire of both highly energetic and graceful, acoustic melodies, along with their fusion of music from Ireland, Scotland, the Shetland Islands, Canada, and the United States, this vocal and instrumental ensemble gives its arrangements of traditional songs and tunes a fresh sound. |
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| Seven Nations | | | Seven Nations is not your father's Celtic band. With a passionate, tender, and rollicking style that winningly veers from roots and folk to dance and fusion-rock, Seven Nations has earned a growing reputation as an adventurous band with a charismatic stage presence.
"Seven Nations" — the name refers to the seven original Celtic nations of Scotland, Ireland, Wales, Cornwall, Galecia, Isle of Man, and Brittany. They officially got their start in 1993 in New York City with a standard line-up of drums, guitars, and bass.
It's been over a decade and close to a million miles logged on the road for Seven Nations since their inception and they're just getting started. With a highly anticipated return to their roots of festivals, touring and recording, this indie band is poised for another amazing decade. |
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| Skean Dubh | | | Skean Dubh is one of the most enjoyable Celtic/Acoustic bands in the Rocky Mountain region. Their diverse repertoire spans centuries with fire-driven instrumentals, Scottish ballads, Irish pub-songs, Celtic folksongs, and gorgeous slow airs. Their music demonstrates to old and young alike the rich and varied musical heritage of the Celtic people. These versatile musicians have received accolades consistently over the years for their exuberant performances. They have that unique combination of traditional melodies, driving rhythmic accompaniment, and extremely musical vocals that make their performances unforgettable. The music may be Celtic, but the drive and enthusiasm are akin to full on rock. They have continually delighted audiences both with their musical styling and with their unusual instrumentation. |
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| Strictly Irish | | | Colorado's only professional Irish dance troupe! Strictly Irish Dance Troupe is comprised of four Riverdance and Lord of the Dance former Principal dancers, six World Champions, two 2010 World Championship medal holders and two 2010 Western Regional Champions. They have been seen on PBS and on tour with Celtic Fire. Current members include Shaun Casey, Aisling Toal-Casey, Martin Percival, Louise Connolly, Marcia Speights, Jessica Lesser, Eimear Toal, Hannah Hofreiter, Kate Shinnick, Blaine Donovan, and Levi Hachi with a special guest performance from the 2011 World Champion Team "The Girls of Belfast".
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| The Indulgers | | | The Indulgers have received many awards and nominations from the Irish Music Association and Just Plain Folks to Ethnic CD of the Year and Celtic Song of the Year. On three occasions, they also received Westword's "World Music Award". A tour of Ireland in 2007 led to the opportunity of playing with legendary Irish band Horslips members; both in the US and in Ireland. It also led to the filming of a documentary in Denver in 2010 for Irish TV (TG4). The Indulgers have spent the bulk of 2011 recording their seventh album in Wheat Ridge, Colorado - as well as a Horslips tribute album track for an upcoming international compilation. The Indulgers write original songs with an Irish backbone. Mike, Renee, Damien, Cheech and Aaron are often joined by Mike's son Ryan, or his long-time pal Neale Heywood of Fleetwood Mac on guitar with Songs of Ireland, Immigration, Drink, Life, Death and Love. New songs and new adventures with an Irish spirit, you can't blink, it's The Indulgers. |
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