The Buzz: “Album review:Larry Kirwan’s Celtic Invasion, Qristina Bachand and Malvariche!
Album: Larry Kirwan’s Celtic Invasion
Genre: Celtic Rock
Tracks:
“Weekend Irish” – Barleyjuice
“Clash of the Ash” – Runrig
“Uncle Jim” – Black 47
“You’re So Beautiful” – Pat McGuire
“Savage Earth Heart (Live from Glastonbury)” – The Waterboys
“Buile Mo Chroí (The Beat of My Heart)” – John Spillane
“22” – Celtic Cross
“Wacko King Hako” – Peatbog Faeries
“Irish Rover” – Blaggards
“Sullivans Lake (The Flood)” – Garrahan’s Ghost
“Meet Me on McLean” – Shilelagh Law
“Sí Do Mhaimeo Í” – Hothouse Flowers
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I love this album because it has everything…Mostly focused on Celtic rock style and composed of bands compiled by Celtic rockster himself Larry Kirwan of Black 47. Bands like Hothouse Flowers,Peatbog Faeries, The Waterboys and much more. The thing about the label “Celtic Rock’ is that there are a LOT of those out there and it is hard to pick out the best from the bunch. It is amazing Mr Kirwan has done this task for us all, so we know only the best in genre. It is also a way to represent the bands in the field.
My journey to Celtic music was through a different vehicle. Think of World and New Age inspired Celtic music. Yeah those were my introduction. Rock music came later in life and so were the other forms of music-in this case Celtic rock. There is not much to write about these bands except what you already know. And also your personal impression of each song. When you get your hands on a copy of Celtic Invasion. First, this is a compilation.It is hard to single out which is better. Every band excels through its own style. And this is a compilation of the creme de la creme of Celtic rock. It’s like riding the kaleidoscope of sounds where everything sparks up and it is hard single out one color from the other.
Larry Kirwan’s Celtic Invasion#1 is something you should bring with you when you want to liven up a party. If you are having your own party at home then better crank this up. This is the best. You know why? Because it isn’t just rock music. It is Celtic rock music. And the C of Celtic also stands for COOL! I know rock aficionados who like to comment on guitar rifts, bass lines, drums or even the vocals. Hey Celtic rock’s got fiddle and pipes and a whole lot more! Something you can’t find in ordinary music. So….Mr Kirwan certainly compiles something awesome with Celtic Invasion#1. May we get a follow-up to this!
The album comes with the liner notes detailing introduction to every track.
THE SAW DOCTORS March 8th at The Paramount Theater, Huntington NY, www.paramountny.com + at Irving Plaza NYC March 15th SOLD OUT!!
THE CELTIC TENORS March 16th at Lehman Center for Performing Arts, Bronx NY, www.lehmancenter.org + at West Hampton Beach PAC on March 17th , www.whbpac.org
Also check out the new CD in time for St Patrick’s Day by ENTER THE HAGGIS, ‘The Modest Revolution’ www.Enterthehaggis.com“Each track of ‘The Modest Revolution’ is sing-a-long song with killer harmonies and masterful instrumentation and captures Enter The Haggis at the top of their game.” Paddyrock Radio
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Huzzah!
I had a bizarre experience reading a post by Qristina Bachand. It was about a certain musician who cyber bullied her. The comment was directed to Qristina’s looks onstage. I am so glad that Qristina has more class and obviously more brains to defend herself from these accusations. It is sad when oppression against women is directed not by men but by women themselves! It is ridiculous. March is the month to show appreciation to the women in history. They were and are obviously beautiful inside and out. So what if you are blessed with both looks and talent? There is nothing wrong with that. If you have it, flaunt it. If you don’t then keep it. That simple. Ok enough of Qristina’s unquestionable looks onstage (which I say is fantastic!) and on with the music. This is together with brother Quinn:
Now, let’s go to Spain. Here’s an amazing video introduction to the Celtic inspired music from that region. The recommendation came with Spanish text so I don’t really understand it but the music is fantastic!
I have more album reviews so watch out for the next edition. I don’t want to overload your neurons with too much information and names. But sometimes it is fun to know what’s happening . Ok until next time. Spread the love and please say no to cyber-bullying!
No to Cyber bullying? If I remember correctly Baxter, you had gone out of your way to do the same it against me! It was you who initiated it before, remember?
Perhaps you should drop that holier than thou attitude!
Hello Ellie(Scotland Shores) You have forgotten? It was you who initiated the contact with me and that’s how we became acquainted. You bullied the three of us and you sent those damaging messages to everyone. If there is someone who is an aggressor here it is you. Your harassing emails just showed your real nature.And it didn’t stop through your emails. You also dared to hack into everyone’s account and retrieved personal information so you can embarrass us.You are in your 50s, old enough to be a woman of wisdom, so you should understand that hacking is a crime.You must be very happy you destroyed friendships. Remember Ellie. Karma is digital. It’ll get you in time. This post was not about you BUT thanks for reminding me I should include you in my thoughts ;)Just let it go will you. Everyone has moved on.
If anyone destroyed anything, it was you. Of course since you are so self-righteous though, I’m sure you won’t be posting this message. And even if you did, you can twist information on your blog as you please, so it doesn’t matter to me either way. But I do know that this IS about you, You shouldn’t be so confident about what you are claiming there. Appearances are deceiving, and you have deceived me too, and the bottom line? You have no idea what you are talking about. Perhaps you should ask Jimmy to step up to explain it to everyone? I’m sure he would know, he might even chose to defend you!
Thanks Sean. I am afraid people would would actually concentrate on the terrible comments instead of the content but I hope not. Thank you. It is an honor to have a kind comment from you movie man. Good luck to your awesome blog 🙂
Celtic Music Fan 
No to Cyber bullying? If I remember correctly Baxter, you had gone out of your way to do the same it against me! It was you who initiated it before, remember?
Perhaps you should drop that holier than thou attitude!
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Hello Ellie(Scotland Shores) You have forgotten? It was you who initiated the contact with me and that’s how we became acquainted. You bullied the three of us and you sent those damaging messages to everyone. If there is someone who is an aggressor here it is you. Your harassing emails just showed your real nature.And it didn’t stop through your emails. You also dared to hack into everyone’s account and retrieved personal information so you can embarrass us.You are in your 50s, old enough to be a woman of wisdom, so you should understand that hacking is a crime.You must be very happy you destroyed friendships. Remember Ellie. Karma is digital. It’ll get you in time. This post was not about you BUT thanks for reminding me I should include you in my thoughts ;)Just let it go will you. Everyone has moved on.
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If anyone destroyed anything, it was you. Of course since you are so self-righteous though, I’m sure you won’t be posting this message. And even if you did, you can twist information on your blog as you please, so it doesn’t matter to me either way. But I do know that this IS about you, You shouldn’t be so confident about what you are claiming there. Appearances are deceiving, and you have deceived me too, and the bottom line? You have no idea what you are talking about. Perhaps you should ask Jimmy to step up to explain it to everyone? I’m sure he would know, he might even chose to defend you!
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Now I am being trolled geez! Thanks Ellie. You just made my day.
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You did twist my message up, I knew you would. Loser.
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Meh we both know who is doing the twisting here 😀 I am just publishing so you would stop harassing me.
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She sounds like a lovely woman.. what a great mum she is / would be ! nice post by the way Baxter.. Very good content
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Thanks Sean. I am afraid people would would actually concentrate on the terrible comments instead of the content but I hope not. Thank you. It is an honor to have a kind comment from you movie man. Good luck to your awesome blog 🙂
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Great article Bax!
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Thanks Layne. I try 😉
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