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Title: Other Artists
Post by: OldFatGuy on August 29, 2007, 04:32PM
Thought we could use a thread where members can swap recommendations and reviews of other artists we've discovered, old and new. Of course, CW is our #1 ( ;D) but there are other talented folks out there.

I just recently came across a young Irish singer named Luan Parle (http://www.luanparle.ie/ (http://www.luanparle.ie/)) and she's terrific. Not "traditional" Irish at all, she's more of a light rock sound. I told her she reminded me of a young Stevie Nicks, and she seemed to get a kick out of the comparison. Anyway - I just bought her CD, "Free," and I'm really enjoying it.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Texas Chava on August 29, 2007, 04:43PM
I need to buy that cd asap....anything even remotely related to Stevie Nicks is ok by me!!!  (spins around and sings about Luan Parle).

I would recommend Clannad to everyone.  Their music is wonderful  Bono of U2 said that when you listen to Clannad sing Harry's Song, it is like listening to the angels themselves.  It is really spine tingling.  They are a family and have been singing together for about thirty years.

I also like Altan, Capercaille, Dougie McLean, Anuna.  For a little taste of everything, I listen to Radio Celt/Accurado on the net and they play many different Celtic artists.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Kimberly AJ on August 29, 2007, 05:28PM
Here's the Wikipedia about the Irish Tenors:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Irish_Tenors


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Où est le lait de soja? on August 29, 2007, 05:46PM
The artists don't need to be Irish correct?....I'm assuming no....but anywho....

a really amazing artist to look into is Linda Eder...she's one of the most down-to-earth performers out there.  She has like...this range that never ends.....and to prove it to you....

here's Linda's version of Man of LaMancha

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3ynrky_iw6Q (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3ynrky_iw6Q)

aaannnd...for fun...Bring on the Men...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eISOvEDBAQ8 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eISOvEDBAQ8)

these are older clips....her voice now is like....twenty times more amazing....

(and on a side note....Linda is Austrian...and Norwegian...her father's from Austria and her mother's from Norway...which makes her awsome....).....

~Mel...





Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: OldFatGuy on August 29, 2007, 05:52PM
The artists don't need to be Irish correct?
Correctomundo.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: bot1tle on August 29, 2007, 05:57PM
Hope you like......http://youtube.com/watch?v=iga0gmAwg14&mode=related&search=


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: bot1tle on August 29, 2007, 06:01PM
for Meav.... http://youtube.com/watch?v=4eRfd4CgM80


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Cash on August 29, 2007, 06:41PM
I just recently came across a young Irish singer named Luan Parle (http://www.luanparle.ie/ (http://www.luanparle.ie/)) and she's terrific. Not "traditional" Irish at all, she's more of a light rock sound. I told her she reminded me of a young Stevie Nicks, and she seemed to get a kick out of the comparison. Anyway - I just bought her CD, "Free," and I'm really enjoying it.

uh-oh Stevie Nicks ...I am with Chava on this...gotta check this girl out


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Anderpaw on August 29, 2007, 06:45PM
She definitely sounds like a young Stevie. Let's find a Lindsey to go with her!


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: OldFatGuy on August 29, 2007, 06:53PM
Let's find a Lindsey to go with her!
That's a dangerous combination.  Terrific musically, but dangerous otherwise.   ;)

By the way - getting back to Luan - the last track on her CD is a song called "Ghost", which she co-wrote.  It's really beautiful and haunting.  And yes, she writes a lot of her own music, for you purists out there.   :D

Oh, one more thing. Wickie? Luan is from County Wicklow.  ;)


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Lisa_is_my_idol!!!! on August 29, 2007, 07:43PM
I like Eithne Ní Bhraonáin, i doubt any of you know of her though :D


I also like Fall out boy, Carrie Underwood, Green day (Oh yeah Chloe!!!), Elvis (i know, weird huh?), The Beatles, The Beach boys, Barry White, Avril Lavigne and Gwen Stefani


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Texas Chava on August 29, 2007, 08:12PM
iLoveLiSaKelly,
  You need to check out Eithne Ni Bhraonain's siblings and uncles:
Maire Ni Bhraonain
Pol O Braonain
Ciraran o Braonain (my personal favorite  ;)  )
Noel Duggan
Padraig Duggan

and Eithne use to sing with them too, many moons ago.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Texas Chava on August 29, 2007, 08:22PM
http://youtube.com/watch?v=9muzyOd4Lh8

Nights in White Satin


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Lisa_is_my_idol!!!! on August 29, 2007, 08:22PM
yeah, i know about when eithne used to sing with clannad. I do listen to some clannad, and i like them quite a bit, I've also listened to some of Maires solo work too.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: JEdwards on August 30, 2007, 01:05AM
We have other Moody Blues fans on this forum? This is too cool!  ;D


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: bot1tle on August 30, 2007, 08:30AM


http://youtube.com/watch?v=iga0gmAwg14&mode=related&search=


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: bot1tle on August 30, 2007, 09:47AM
the Moody Blues song for Meav, was recorded at... Red Rocks


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Texas Chava on August 30, 2007, 05:32PM
I finally listened to Luan Parle.  She is good.  She won the Best Female Irish Vocalist at the Meteor Awards this year.  She is cute as a button. 


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: poohbear on August 31, 2007, 08:23AM
I have a compilation CD with two songs by an artist named Marian Bradfield.  They are "A Strange Unlucky Child" and "The Argument".  I have not found anything else by her in this country but these songs always blow me away and I have had this CD since the 90's.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: rosie l on August 31, 2007, 04:16PM


I love Linda Eder ,my fevorite is" Vienna "  It's such a beautiful song and such a beautiful voice!!!


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: bot1tle on August 31, 2007, 05:57PM
Claudine Longet...anyone remember..........http://claudinelonget.blogspot.com/


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Texas Chava on August 31, 2007, 07:48PM
OMG bot, Andy William's ex??  All I remember about her was something about her shooting someone (Spider Sabich) at a ski resort and Andy Williams stood beside her even though she was his ex wife.  Was I dreaming or did that really happen.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Où est le lait de soja? on August 31, 2007, 08:41PM


I love Linda Eder ,my fevorite is" Vienna "  It's such a beautiful song and such a beautiful voice!!!

Oh my goodness....If you don't feel somthing when you listen to Vienna...there is just somthing wrong....I love when the strings come in in the middle....Oh my Gosh...Linda is just amazing beyound words....

~Mel....


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Maggie on September 01, 2007, 12:55AM
I like Eithne Ní Bhraonáin, i doubt any of you know of her though :D

 ;D ;D ;D

I don't think there's anyone who doesn't have one of her CDs.

Especially this one.........

(http://ec1.images-amazon.com/images/I/412ZN4236QL._AA240_.jpg)


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: poohbear on September 01, 2007, 04:59AM
I had such a crush an Claudine Longet in junior high.  I took French because of her in high school even though Latin would have better with my talents.  I fell in love when I saw her in her best movie. " Mchales Navy"  :D  The original with Ernest Borgnine.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: bot1tle on September 01, 2007, 06:10AM
Chava, it did happen... but she wasn't convicted... it was ruled accidental....
Poobah.... i have to confess, i was in love with also... i think it was the way she said..."Charles"...to Ensign Parker in the Mchales movie....


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Texas Chava on September 01, 2007, 06:41PM
After today, I have to move Luan Parle to the TOP of my list of very classy people.  I invited her to be a friend on My Space, she approved and sent a very nice, personal note.  She will go on to great things.  Go Luan and thanks to Rich for telling us about her.  And yes, she's Stevieish!


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Maggie on September 02, 2007, 05:57AM
We have other Moody Blues fans on this forum? This is too cool!  ;D

We went to a Moody Blues concert a few years ago at Universal Studios here in Orlando.

It was great!

Dave raised his zippo in the air like everybody else  ::)

Nowadays, it's cell phones they lift up.........


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Lisa_is_my_idol!!!! on September 02, 2007, 02:46PM
I like Eithne Ní Bhraonáin, i doubt any of you know of her though :D

 ;D ;D ;D

I don't think there's anyone who doesn't have one of her CDs.

Especially this one.........

(http://ec1.images-amazon.com/images/I/412ZN4236QL._AA240_.jpg)
oooh, that indeed is a good one :D

I know one person who doesn't have that cd, my dad, he absolutely hates enyas music.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Thistle on September 02, 2007, 03:12PM
We have other Moody Blues fans on this forum? This is too cool!  ;D
*waves hands wildly* Me me me!!! :D

I've never been to one of their concerts yet, but I have pretty much all their studio albums on CD. :)


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: OldFatGuy on September 03, 2007, 06:56AM
Here's another young singer/songwriter I really like. Her name is Una Healy, and - surprise, surprise! - she's IRISH (from Tipperary, no less)! Check her MySpace page here: http://www.myspace.com/unahealy (http://www.myspace.com/unahealy). She's just posted her first music video.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: celticriver on September 03, 2007, 07:51AM
Here's another young singer/songwriter I really like. Her name is Una Healy, and - surprise, surprise! - she's IRISH (from Tipperary, no less)! Check her MySpace page here: http://www.myspace.com/unahealy (http://www.myspace.com/unahealy). She's just posted her first music video.

Check out www.thetentenors.com

They are great!


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: bot1tle on September 04, 2007, 04:10PM
Moody Blues was my favorite group for quite a few years till the girl of Celtic Woman Came along....


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: ferngully on September 05, 2007, 05:50AM
she's on bebo. i think i'm a groupie for her group :P


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jammalot on September 05, 2007, 08:53AM
Uhm...what about...Within Temptation ? ! ;D It's a dutch goth/rock group, and they are awesome ! ;D Check them out on youtube: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S4rrCGI2cYQ, with the song Angels :)
And...http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E0315rB-ojo&mode=related&search= with Stand my ground !


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: bot1tle on September 05, 2007, 12:50PM
Rich,
 You have to get that link on Una to David......

Bill


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Truffle Fairy on September 05, 2007, 04:02PM
I've loved Enya since I was little - I like her CD "The Celts" the most.

My other favorite artists right now are:

Madeleine Peyroux ( she sings jazz and sounds like a modern Billie Holiday )

Leslie Feist (she has a wonderful rich smooth voice - her music is very diverse, from indie rock to french jazz - you HAVE to hear her!)

Morcheeba (has been a favorite for years - especially the album "Big Calm." It's trip hop and electronica, and very beautiful)

Hem (some songs border too closely to country, so I avoid those, however her voice is LOVELY and so is the music)

I couldn't live without this music, so I hope some of you check it out too :)

~Jessie


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: OldFatGuy on September 05, 2007, 04:49PM
Rich,
 You have to get that link on Una to David......

Bill
He probably already knows about her. Musicians are a pretty tight-knit group. Besides, she's Irish.  :D


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: ferngully on September 07, 2007, 09:43AM


Madeleine Peyroux ( she sings jazz and sounds like a modern Billie Holiday )




atm i'm obsessed with the song 'walking after midnight' :)


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Truffle Fairy on September 07, 2007, 10:53AM
yeah that's a cute one, ferngully. I think one of my absolute favorites is her version of "Smile" on her album "half the perfect world."
And...pretty much all of her songs are pure contentment to listen to. I just melt into her piano solos..........ahhhhh  :)

~Jess


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jammalot on September 07, 2007, 12:36PM
Oh, and some local guy, called Guus Meewis ! ;D How could I forget him :(


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: penguin laminating device on September 09, 2007, 09:17AM
Norway's Mairead...Annbjørg Lien

http://www.myspace.com/annbjorglien 



Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Texas Chava on September 09, 2007, 09:23AM
You're back from your trip Laminating, welcome back!!  How was your trip?


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: penguin laminating device on September 09, 2007, 09:24AM
Excellent!!!!


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: OldFatGuy on September 11, 2007, 11:43AM
I just learned that Luan Parle, besides being a very talented and lovely young woman, is also extremely generous.  People like her can actually restore some of your faith in humanity.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jammalot on September 11, 2007, 12:51PM
Savage Garden !! ;D


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: bot1tle on September 12, 2007, 04:42PM
Led Zeppelin getting back together for one show....http://news.aol.com/entertainment/music/story/_a/led-zeppelin-reunion/20070912103409990001


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: chickie.monkey on September 13, 2007, 02:18AM
Savage Garden !! ;D

yummy!


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Truffle Fairy on September 13, 2007, 10:57PM
Has anyone listened to Milla Jovovich (model/actress/designer) ? You wouldn't think that a model turned actress (She starred in the Fifth Element, and the Resident Evil movies) would produce an album worth listening to. However, her 1994 album "The Divine Comedy" was actually VERY good, and recieved critical aclaim.
She has a lovely versatile, soft yet rich voice. The music is mostly accoustic, and very unique, mixing pop with Ukranian folk influences (she was born in the Ukraine)

I'm telling you, it is gorgeous music (even has a little Irish folk feel to several songs) and you should check it out!!

~Jessie


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: willow-jeeves on September 14, 2007, 01:02AM
I love Eva Cassidy's music.  What an amazing artist.

From Wikipedia:
Eva Marie Cassidy (February 2, 1963 in Washington, DC – November 2, 1996 in Bowie, Maryland) was an American vocalist described by the British newspaper The Guardian as "one of the greatest voices of her generation." She had a diverse repertoire of jazz, blues, folk, gospel and pop. Cassidy remained virtually unknown outside of her native Washington, DC, when she died of melanoma in 1996. However, her posthumously released recordings have since sold in excess of four million copies, and in early 2001 the compilation album Songbird reached #1 on the UK album charts.

Here's a link to her breathtaking cover of "Fields of Gold" by Sting:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HRg3CNbCfNs (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HRg3CNbCfNs)



Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jammalot on September 14, 2007, 05:52AM
K, this doesn't really count as an an other artist, but I never really listend to Hayley's solo albums. Some days ago, I started to do so, and I love them ! ;D ;D ;D


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: countrygal on September 17, 2007, 07:01AM
Have any of you heard of Joshua Bell? wow, that man can play! When he was little he stretched rubberbands on his dresser drawer and slid the drawers back and forth to make them play. He's parents saw and quickly got him in violin lessons. He is now 40 years old (or soon to be) and he is awesome! In my book he is as great as Mairead!

He is hard to find, had to buy online to get one of his cds. If you have a chance you can hear a bit of his music at his website www.joshuabell.com

Jami


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Capn Davey on September 21, 2007, 03:26PM

ok I went to see mandy moore on 9/11 at the birchmere
in virginia. I took my friend scott (n3sjh)along with me
she was a teen queen but at 23 mandy reinvented herself
as a singer song writer her new stuff blows me away its
deep and thoughtful and the music magazines love it

my other than cw concert this fall

it was great

dave


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Texas Chava on September 21, 2007, 04:18PM
Country Gal, Moment Magazine just had a wonderful article on Joshua Bell in their August/September 2007 issue. You might be able to find it online.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: OldFatGuy on September 21, 2007, 04:25PM
Country Gal, Moment Magazine just had a wonderful article on Joshua Bell in their August/September 2007 issue. You might be able to find it online.
http://www.momentmag.com/Exclusive/2007/2007-08/200708-JewishLife.html (http://www.momentmag.com/Exclusive/2007/2007-08/200708-JewishLife.html)


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: 07-sara on September 21, 2007, 04:29PM
I like Joshua Jones.  His first album release on October 1st.


http://profile.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=user.viewprofile&friendid=105390334


Here's his first single on Youtube:


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OYcpMZ3uyqk

10% of the proceeds from his album go to help CF.



Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: OldFatGuy on September 21, 2007, 04:43PM
By the way, since we talk a lot about beautiful and talented women - although this one is definitely not Irish - today is Faith Hill's birthday.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: 07-sara on September 21, 2007, 04:47PM
It's still 29 days till the CW concert?    :'(


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Capn Davey on September 21, 2007, 04:56PM
Has anyone listened to Milla Jovovich (model/actress/designer) ? You wouldn't think that a model turned actress (She starred in the Fifth Element, and the Resident Evil movies) would produce an album worth listening to. However, her 1994 album "The Divine Comedy" was actually VERY good, and recieved critical aclaim.
She has a lovely versatile, soft yet rich voice. The music is mostly accoustic, and very unique, mixing pop with Ukranian folk influences (she was born in the Ukraine)

I'm telling you, it is gorgeous music (even has a little Irish folk feel to several songs) and you should check it out!!


She's cool I did't know she sang.Is it anything like bjork
she kind of reminds me of her a little bitt
I'll have  to check it out

thanks

dave
~Jessie


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: countrygal on September 21, 2007, 06:38PM
Country Gal, Moment Magazine just had a wonderful article on Joshua Bell in their August/September 2007 issue. You might be able to find it online.

Oh, oh! Thanks for letting me know!
And Rich, thanks for the link! It's a long article, have to finish it tomorrow. I did notice that the mention Antonio Stradivari which is the violin he plays. We have a very nice wind-chime that is a Stradivarious. It's heavenly to listen too! I would like to get the giant one.  :D

Jami *who falls asleep at night listening to Joshua*


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: n3sjh on September 22, 2007, 02:22AM
Just got back from the American Idol 2007 tour here in Baltimore on the 19th. The tickets that I bought were put back into the pool at the last minuite by the promoter (according to the keeper of the Ticketmaster outlet). So I bought 6 for my guest plus good friend, his wife, daughter and her friend (daughter and friend are in early teens).

He told me that these are really good seats because you get a clear view of the action from the right side of the stage and look down. I get there and sit in my seat and realize I am staring into stage structure and can't see a darn thing (I am 6 ft-2), pe-oed I move to 2 unoccupied seats with a better view, leaving these 2 supposedly premium seats empty. Oh Well... >:(

The show starts and the place is filled with screamming fans and we watch the action that is taking place 50 ft away in the center of the stage. At least I get to watch the show.  :)

A few minuites go by and something strange happens; Blake Lewis the Runner Up leaves the center of the stage and heads to the far end of the structure, I am thinking "what is he doing down there"? I see hands reaching up on the other side and he is reaching down. Then he comes over to our side and the girls are standing because they need to to see over the stage structure, he just reaches over and grabs their hands and sings away. The girls go balistic (sp). Then it dawns on me "Holly Mother of God!!! I just bought the absolute best seats in this entire venue", save the comparables on the other side and I am watching my friend's daughter and her friend just become part of the show (you can't dream of this happening). This process repeats itself through out the whole night. :o

 I could have returned to my assigned seat (or asked by security) and everytime the talent came by (about 20 times that night) I would be on camera and expected to greet them while they are performing and be part of the show. Gives way new meaning to "Meet and Greet". From the second row I was able to shake hands with Blake Lewis and Melinda Doolittle effortlessly and when winner Jordin Sparks came by there was no problem looking right at her and give a big smile of approval. :D

Speaking of security, before the halfway point, security stepped in and blocked our area off to keep other fans from stepping on us when the talent would come by. Imagine not only the best seats in the venue, but your own security detail to make sure you are treated like a VIP and get to do the laborious task of not just watching the show, but being in it!.

Where am I going with all this? CW fans some of you will now be dreamming what would happen if they ever set up a stage configuration like I describe for AI 2007. Just imagine every song having to greet your ladies where you are not feet, but inches from them, where they reach out to you while singing, and best of all you were assigned that seat(s)!!!

Very tired will edit some more later, very sweet dreams forum members. ;)

News flash, just found out that CW. will be at the First Mariner Arena (go figure) on March 8th 2008 (or is is 2009). I can't help but wonder (or at least dream) how they will have the stage configured? ::)
http://www.celticwomanforum.com/index.php?topic=1875.0

Scott Meenen
Laurel Md



Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Capn Davey on September 22, 2007, 12:49PM
wow Scott ,

what a mouth full any more and we would have to set
you up with a publisher...

see ya later

dave


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Truffle Fairy on September 22, 2007, 09:47PM
Has anyone listened to Milla Jovovich (model/actress/designer) ? You wouldn't think that a model turned actress (She starred in the Fifth Element, and the Resident Evil movies) would produce an album worth listening to. However, her 1994 album "The Divine Comedy" was actually VERY good, and recieved critical aclaim.
She has a lovely versatile, soft yet rich voice. The music is mostly accoustic, and very unique, mixing pop with Ukranian folk influences (she was born in the Ukraine)

I'm telling you, it is gorgeous music (even has a little Irish folk feel to several songs) and you should check it out!!


She's cool I did't know she sang.Is it anything like bjork
she kind of reminds me of her a little bitt
I'll have  to check it out

thanks

dave


Hmm....I guess I wouldn't say she's like Bjork (whom I also really like)  Bjork is more trip hop/electronica/alternative.....she has a very unique creative style, that's for sure. Milla's album is more like folk and pop fusions. It's been compared to Kate Bush and Tori Amos.

~Jess


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Capn Davey on September 23, 2007, 05:53AM
thanks jess ill check her cd out if I can find it
I have several of her movies she's cool

thanks
dave


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Nero Angelo on September 27, 2007, 03:56PM
I'm a big fan of k.d. lang, but I can only listen to her when my brother's not in the room. :(
Let's see, I also love Linkin Park, Josh Groban, The Beatles, Andrea Bocelli, Rockapella, Halo (;D), PP&M...
Yeah, I'm weird. ;)


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Cash on September 27, 2007, 05:05PM
Hmm....I guess I wouldn't say she's like Bjork (whom I also really like)  Bjork is more trip hop/electronica/alternative.....she has a very unique creative style, that's for sure. Milla's album is more like folk and pop fusions. It's been compared to Kate Bush and Tori Amos.

~Jess

I did not know she did any music. I will have to check it out. I was once very interested in her, but that sort of rapidly declined after watching the one Joan of Arc movie she did. I viewed it and the other one starring LeeLee Sobewiski (bad spelling) at the same time and compared. I just didnt think the acting in Milla's version was as good.  Not just her's but the others as well. She was great in resident evil though except for the one scene / line "My name.. is Alice..<eye roll>..and I remember..everything"

Has she ever toured in any way as a singer? Or just done the one album as maybe an experiement to see if she might have potential to pursue music?


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: OldFatGuy on October 01, 2007, 05:36PM
Just happened to stumble across this little item.  Since we love beautiful, classy and talented singers  so much - today is the birthday of the incomparable Julie Andrews.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: melle mel on October 01, 2007, 10:53PM
The other day I bought a newly-released LP from Argentinian-born Swedish singer-songwriter Jose Gonzalez. He came on to the scene a couple years ago with his acoustic cover of electronica duo The Knife's Heartbeats, first featured in a TV ad for Sony (see it here (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xP6kp4koXqg)), and his debut album Veneer was highly regarded by many. His new album, In Our Nature, continues Jose's stripped-down, intimate acoustic sets with insightful lyrics and adding mild percussion and other sound sound elements throughout. One standout track is an intense acoustic cover of Massive Attack's Teardrop that only Jose can perfect.

Oh yes, Jose himself will be rolling into my town and I will be seeing him live in person this coming Sunday. I'm really stoked.

Check him out: http://www.myspace.com/josegonzalez



Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: melle mel on October 01, 2007, 11:09PM
Yeah, and British rock-band Radiohead will release a new album next week. What's the big deal? Fans will get to choose how much they will pay for the new album, or not even pay at all. Practically they are giving-away their album for free via MP3 download from their site.

Since the band is no longer signed to a major record label, they can sell directly to their fans and are in full control.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: OldFatGuy on October 02, 2007, 09:22AM
Amy Rivard has just posted the following bulletin on MySpace:

Hi Everyone,

Firstly, I just wanted to say thanks again for all of your support. I apologize that I am not able to respond personally to all of your wonderful emails. I have been on holiday and have just returned home. Upon returning home, my inbox was overloaded! Additionally, I have some bad news, as I have returned home only to find out that my website amyrivard.com may have disappeared forever. The server crashed and the files cannot be found. I know a number of you have been spreading the word around about me and directing people to my site. FOR THAT I TRULY THANK YOU!

In the meantime, I suppose the best place to direct people to would be to direct people here

www.myspace.com/amyrivardmusic
www.cdbaby.com/rivard
www.celticwoman.com
www.celticwomanforum.com

It could take months for me to get a new website online but I will keep all of you posted and thank you again for all of your support!
Amy


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: ferngully on October 02, 2007, 12:09PM
Just happened to stumble across this little item.  Since we love beautiful, classy and talented singers  so much - today is the birthday of the incomparable Julie Andrews.

what a voice that lady had. absolutely fantastic


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: bot1tle on October 02, 2007, 02:48PM
roy buchanan - the messiah will come again
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=On5372UztI0&mode=related&search=


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: penguin laminating device on October 06, 2007, 12:43AM
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZznZQZ6KhtU

Margrét Eir / Stefán Hilmarsson - Einn góðan dag




Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: wunnybacon on October 06, 2007, 12:19PM

There's a French movie called Les Choristes, or The Singers, and the boys in it I believe released an album. The soloist's name is Jean Baptiste Manuier, who has the most amazing voice I've ever heard in my life. Here is one scene from the movie, featuring Jean Baptiste. "La Nuit." (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dQg-3wkzJ3s)

One of my favorite artists is Rufus Wainwright. Probably his most famous song is his cover version of Leonard Cohen's "Hallelujah." I could give you a biography, but I'll just give you a Wikipedia article instead. (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rufus_Wainwright)
Here is a particularly moving performance of "Hallelujah." (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U68vS9Xl14M)


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: OldFatGuy on October 11, 2007, 12:16PM
Great little interview/video from Luan Parle, courtesy of Balcony TV in Dublin. I love this girl's vibrato!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oiMcO5u_qD8 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oiMcO5u_qD8)


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Cherany on October 11, 2007, 01:56PM
Ah, so this thread is where I should've been all along.  I asked for recommendations on another thread before seeing this one, but it looks like there are many more suggestions here.  I will have to find some time to check out some of these artists.

The one recommendation I give to everyone is Josh Groban.  Words cannot describe how amazing he is (except when sang by him).  :)


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: SusanZ on October 11, 2007, 02:02PM
I have really gotten into listening to Loreena McKennitt lately! Never heard of her before Celtic Woman and joining the forum. Now I am hooked! What a fantastic songwriter/performer. Her voice is mezmerizing.

Zee


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Cherany on October 21, 2007, 09:07AM
I have really gotten into listening to Loreena McKennitt lately!

The really funny thing about that is that I've been listening to her for a while, thinking I was listening to a song sang by Orla.   :o


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: OldFatGuy on October 27, 2007, 12:50PM
Maverick Magazine has done a terrific article on Luan Parle - http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2349/1774237697_2d8717b9a6_b.jpg (http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2349/1774237697_2d8717b9a6_b.jpg).  (Maverick is one of Europe's most prestigious Country / Roots Magazines.)


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: OldFatGuy on November 07, 2007, 07:31PM
MySpace update from Amy Rivard:

Hi Everyone,

I know, I know you haven't heard from me in a while! Sorry mom and dad, I will call home soon! I have been extremely busy and cannot respond to all of your wonderful emails of support. Therefore, I just wanted to send out a quick bulletin to thank all of you for your support and kind words. It really means a lot to me. I will post another bulletin sometime near Christmas and let you know how things are going. Although, I haven't been writing emails much these days, the good news is I have been writing lots of new songs and hope to record a new album sometime next year!
All the best!
Amy


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: OldFatGuy on November 08, 2007, 01:36PM
Marina V has posted news and a video blog at http://www.myspace.com/MarinaV (http://www.myspace.com/MarinaV).


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jim M. on November 08, 2007, 10:04PM
Rich - Thanks for the Amy update.  I am a big Moody Blues fan; have many cd's and dvd's.  They were #1 for me until CW came along.  Another singer I like is Dido.  Her video of "White Flag" was on youtube. (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j-fWDrZSiZs)   Like the CW ladies, she is also very beautiful and can sing!  Loreena McKennitt and Enya are great, too, as others have said.  I like a lot of Elton John's songs, but not all.  Of course, The Beatles, Arnold Dorsey (anyone know his stage name?), and several others are on my list, too.  Oh, yeah, almost forgot the Carpenters.  I could go on for hours with names.  There are many good ones out there.  Some are "one hit wonders" but none have grabbed me like the ladies of CW.  I'm glad I found them!


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Trouble on November 08, 2007, 10:10PM
Another singer I like is Dido.  Her video of "White Flag" was on youtube.  Like the CW ladies, she is also very beautiful and can sing! 

I have her cds and she does have a great voice!


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: OldFatGuy on November 08, 2007, 10:13PM
Arnold Dorsey
Engelbert!


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jim M. on November 08, 2007, 10:36PM
Right you are, Rich!  I will send the prize patrol to your house!


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: melle mel on November 08, 2007, 11:06PM
I mentioned Sigur Ros many times here, but I can't express enough love for this band and probably go-on about them for hours.

They just a double-EP "Harvf-Heim" and like all of their previous records, it is epic, stunning, and beautiful. It is a companion CD to their new and first-ever concert film DVD, "Heima", due on 11/20 in the US. The film chronicles the band's concert performances in their native Iceland, and from the reviews it has been already been deemed one of the best music films ever produced.

Solid five-stars across the board. Go check them out.

Sigur Ros' MySpace (http://profile.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=user.viewprofile&friendID=4685333)
Official site (http://www.sigur-ros.is)
Heima film trailer (http://www.heima.co.uk/video/)


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jim M. on November 08, 2007, 11:22PM
Many of our young members may never have listened to some of the greats -
Frank Sinatra, Nat King Cole, Frankie Laine (heard him on the radio yesterday), Dean Martin, Steve Lawrence, Jack Jones, Mel Torme, Robert Goulet (r.i.p.) and many others.
Rosemary Clooney (George's aunt), Doris Day, Peggy Lee, and many other ladies, also.

If you don't know who these people are/were, you owe it to yourself to find some of their songs and see what you think.

Bet you all think I'm really OLD, now.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: ferngully on November 09, 2007, 06:22AM
lucky for me, i know half of those people. and like them :P *sinatra and lee especially*


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Inga on November 26, 2007, 01:49AM
Helen Sjöholm from Sweden

www.youtube.com/watch?v=ridUqEFixQ0&feature=related


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Maggie on November 26, 2007, 02:52PM

His real name was Arnold George Dorsey, but he changed it to Gerry Dorsey, that was the name he was know by when he first started singing in England.

I met him when he was on the same circuit as my brother, singing in the clubs of Yorkshire and the Manchester area.
Both he and my brother were conscripted into the British Military at the same time.

When Gerry Dorsey came back on the Club Circuit, he got ill with TB.
Then he changed his image, and his name to Englebert Humperdinck.

Even though my brother Peter Ryan (aka onstage as Peter King) was a far better singer, (totally biased view by a loyal sister!) it was Dorsey who got the breaks, and the rest is history.

We were in total disbelief as his voice is not that great, and his personality, in his early days at least, was non-existent. 


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Capn Davey on November 26, 2007, 03:19PM
Maggie
I'm sure glad my mother god rest her soul.
isn't able to read that she loved Englebert she had all of his records.
myself I couldn't stand the guy. I guess he had an appeal in the 70's
to middle aged housewives.

I never did get it.

Dave


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: melle mel on November 26, 2007, 10:40PM
Helen Sjöholm from Sweden

www.youtube.com/watch?v=ridUqEFixQ0&feature=related

Nice. Perhaps the first Swedish artist I've heard that doesn't sing in English.  8)


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: ferngully on November 28, 2007, 09:21AM
Helen Sjöholm from Sweden

www.youtube.com/watch?v=ridUqEFixQ0&feature=related

Nice. Perhaps the first Swedish artist I've heard that doesn't sing in English.  8)

she's well connected with the guys from abba. she's a good singer. and i never could stand engelbert humperdink. my dad was a huge fan :P


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jammalot on November 28, 2007, 10:45AM
Anne Murray ! ;D I love her songs ;D


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Trouble on November 28, 2007, 10:48AM
I am listening to her right now. I love the duet songs.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Scott T CW fan on December 26, 2007, 07:29PM
 I had the plesure of seeing the Trans- Siberian Orchestra at the Scotrade center here in St Louis, Mo. What a different and powerful show. They did a narration called the " Missing Christmas Eve " . I hope to see them again.




Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jim M. on January 24, 2008, 03:24PM
I agree about Anne Murray.  Another I forgot is Tony Bennett.  I read that Sinatra thought Tony was the best he had ever heard.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: MeganDelia on January 24, 2008, 04:44PM
I like Little Big Town, Carrie Underwood, Martina McBride, Faith Hill, Reba McEntire, Sugarland, Taylor Swift, Anuna, Josh Groban, and Sarah Brightman besides CW.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: OldFatGuy on February 17, 2008, 12:45PM
For Luan Parle fans - she has a new default photo on her MySpace page.  Pretty stunning, huh?

(http://a791.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/images01/60/l_51a75e59bb3817e0e9007d0cf7dcf396.jpg)


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: cool2it on February 17, 2008, 07:12PM
I picked up a cd by a singer named Sissel mainly because it had YRMU on it and it was the first one I could find that did.  She is REALLY good ( she was the soloist for the Mormon Tabernacle Chior Christmas special on PBS)  The cd is called " My Heart' and now I can't listen to the first cut of " Wait A While " without seeing Lisa singing it and David playing the piano.  It would be another " Lisa" song I'm sure.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Nicola_Smyth on February 17, 2008, 08:32PM
http://youtube.com/watch?v=9muzyOd4Lh8

Nights in White Satin

I love Nights in White Satin, brings back many good memories. Celtic Thunder sing it in their show, dying to hear their version


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: OldFatGuy on February 20, 2008, 03:41PM
Robert Plant and Alison Krauss

Featuring T Bone Burnett

2008 Raising Sand World Tour: US Dates

 
April 19 – Louisville, KY – The Palace Theatre (SOLD OUT)
April 20 – Louisville, KY - The Palace Theatre (SOLD OUT)
April 22 – Knoxville, TN – Knoxville Civic Coliseum
April 23 – Chattanooga, TN – Memorial Auditorium
April 25 – New Orleans, LA – Jazz & Heritage Festival
April 26 – Birmingham, AL – BJCC Arena

June 2 – Roanoke, VA – Roanoke Civic Center
June 4 – Uncasville, CT – Mohegan Sun
June 5 – Boston, MA – Bank Of America Pavilion
June 7 – Canandaigua, NY – CMAC
June 8 – Atlantic City, NJ – Borgata
June 10 – New York, NY – Madison Square Garden Theatre
June 13 – Columbia, MD (Washington, DC) – Merriweather Pavilion
June 14 – Asheville, NC – Asheville Civic Center
June 15 – Manchester, TN – Bonnaroo
June 17 – Detroit, MI – Fox Theatre
June 19 – St. Louis, MO – Fox Theatre
June 21 – Denver, CO – Red Rocks Amphitheatre
June 23 - Los Angeles, CA - Greek Theatre
June 24 - Los Angeles, CA - Greek Theatre
June 25 – Santa Barbara, CA – Santa Barbara Bowl
June 27 – Berkeley, CA – Greek Theatre
June 28 – Lake Tahoe (Stateline, NV) – Harvey’s
June 30 – San Diego, CA – Humphrey’s

July 1 – Phoenix, AZ – Dodge Theatre


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: melle mel on February 20, 2008, 11:00PM
That's it? No Seattle? There isn't dates in Chicago, Miami, and TX either.

Oh well, I hope Robert will have something even better up his sleeve after this tour with Alison concludes. If you know what I mean.  ;)

In the mean time, I'm anxiously looking forward to Radiohead's 'In Rainbows' tour. No date or venue yet for my town, but it looks to be in early to mid September. I have a feeling they may play at this year's Bumbershoot Music Festival.



Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: zankoku on February 21, 2008, 02:39PM
Any one heard of theFlogging Mollys? My son gave me a CD of theirs and they will be having 2 shows in Tempe

March 16, 2008 - Sunday, 7:00 PM
Flogging Molly at the Marquee Theatre, 730 North Mill Avenue Tempe, AZ.  "If it didn't have mandolin, accordion, fiddle and whistle, it would be punk-rock, and if it didn't have guitar, bass and drums, it would be traditional Irish music. Flogging Molly has both."  All ages show.  For event details and tickets visit: http://www.luckymanonline.com/EventDetail.aspx?eventID=1875.  For more information about Flogging Molly visit: http://www.floggingmolly.com/.

March 17, 2008 - Monday, 5:00 PM
Flogging Molly at Tempe Beach Park , (Mill & Rio Salado) "If it didn't have mandolin, accordion, fiddle and whistle, it would be punk-rock, and if it didn't have guitar, bass and drums, it would be traditional Irish music. Flogging Molly has both."  Age 21 and over show.  For event details and tickets visit: http://www.luckymanonline.com/EventDetail.aspx?eventID=1820.  For more information about Flogging Molly visit: http://www.floggingmolly.com/.


Jim


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Celtic Lass on February 22, 2008, 01:35PM
I know this guy dosen't sing but he does compose (does that count?) Harry Gregson-Williams. He does scores for movies, and the one he did for Narnia is amasing! ;D


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: cool2it on February 22, 2008, 03:56PM
I love BIG  music and that means " Hans Zimmer". King Arthur, The Rock, Gladiator, Batman Begins, and countless others. Gives me chills to listen.    Also Moya Brennan sings the " Tell Me Now" from the King Arthur cd.   It's outstanding.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Celtic Lass on February 22, 2008, 04:14PM
I love Tell Me Now! So real, you can almost see what happens just by listening to the music.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: OldFatGuy on February 24, 2008, 08:39AM
I've discovered a wonderful young flautist named Katie Morgan.  Not surprisingly, she's Celtic!  (From Carmarthenshire, one of thirteen historic counties in West Wales.)

http://www.geocities.com/feroce_flute/ (http://www.geocities.com/feroce_flute/)


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: btimerson on February 24, 2008, 09:16AM
Eileen Ivers (fiddle) and Immigrant Soul will be performing a concert in the Finger Lakes region of New York in Feb. 28th. 

Website:  http://www.eileenivers.com/

$35 ticket gets preferred  seating, event poster, catered reception with Ivers before the show.

Don't know if I'll be going or not....  just thought I'd let others in NY know about the concert.

Brad T



Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: 2B0B on February 26, 2008, 02:13AM
Warning: This may be a long post.

The European music scene has a unique blend of rock or folk with classical voices, chorus', and a very different ( and sometimes darker) view of life. It's called Goth Rock, and I've been listening for several years. The music may be dark, but it is beautiful, sometimes haunting, and very rarely depressing.

I would like to introduce some of the groups, and give some links.

Rammstein is named after a US Air Force Base in Germany
Rammstein Sonne complete - Snow White is the Sun?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mfHlA3fmJG0

This group you may have heard.
Bring me to life by Evanescence  - look at the lyrics

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UKer9hry-Gg&feature=related

I'm particularly taken with a group called Nightwish, who did their own (Dark) Passion Play. Here are several links

Nightwish - Last of the Wilds - Beautiful Instrumental
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zLZ9FF-AzsQ

Nightwish The Islander - CW should do this one
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hhV-SlJ-KMM&feature=related

Meadows of heaven - Nightwish - a CW song in the future?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GlKv0HPobU0

Nightwish - Amaranth - An Angel falls to the Earth

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GdZn7k5rZLQ

Nightwish - Over the hills and far away - Modern Folk Song?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6UztEfwHt14

Nightwish End of All Hope - Rock Anthem w/Chorus (think Mozart gone mad)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p6xaIPszwpo

Nightwish - Wishmaster (Pearl Habor) - Action from the movie

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G9mEIA_UMTQ

Nightwish - While Your Lips Are Still Red - For Lovers of all ages

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3W9nAACkKas

Lyrics
Sweet little words made for silence
Not talk
Young heart for love
Not heartache
Dark hair for catching the wind
Not to veil the sight of a cold world

Kiss, while your lips are still red
While he's still silent
Rest, while bosom is still untouched, unveiled
Hold another hand
While the hand's still without a tool
Drown into eyes, while they're still blind
Love, while the night still hides
The withering dawn

First day of love never comes back
A passionate hour's never a wasted one
The violin, the poet's hand,
Every thawing heart plays your theme with care

Hope you found some that touched you.
2B0B



Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Où est le lait de soja? on February 26, 2008, 01:24PM
I know I already posted some Linda Eder videos...

but I recentally came across her Start Search videos from the 1980's....where she was undefeated...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MMMxGrY8Yj4

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m2-qOmvVoGA

Linda is seriously the most down to earth performer out there....




Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jim M. on February 27, 2008, 07:01PM
I know there are members here who like THE MOODY BLUES, also.  They start another US tour next week in San Francisco.  The schedule is on www.moodyblues.co.uk/
This is one of the best groups EVER, and they may be coming to your area.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Thistle on February 28, 2008, 05:07PM
Yay! The Moody Blues!!! 8) 8) 8)

I sometimes think the Moody Blues' musical sensibilities, particularly on their early albums, invite a few stylistic comparisons with Celtic Woman (or is it the other way around? ;) ) — & the singing voices especially:

I can easily picture Hayley singing Justin Hayward's "The Actor" (from In Search of the Lost Chord), or Lisa singing "Tuesday Afternoon" (from Days of Future Passed). Their vocal styles seem closest to Justin's.

Several Ray Thomas songs seem compatible with most of the girls' styles & carry a certain Celtishness as well (perhaps not a coincidence, as his home town of Stourport-on-Severn is close to the Welsh border...), but I think Chloe & Orlagh — in that order ;) — probably suggest the most similarity.

Orlagh's performances also seem somewhat Mike Pinder-like, with the minor keys, the sense of mystery, & the evocative alto (in comparison to Pinder's baritone). Orlagh comes off as much happier than Pinder's later Moodies work, though.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: melle mel on February 28, 2008, 11:23PM
Looks like James Taylor will be hittin' the road this summer (http://www.livedaily.com/news/13728.html), and coming to Seattle (Chateau Ste. Michelle Winery in Woodinville) doing two shows, July 21st and 22nd.

I dig some of James' stuff, and my Dad's a fan of his music. Dad often plays his CDs in the car and the songs brings good memories of our family road trips and such. I'm sure James will be amazing in person.

Tickets go on sale Monday morning, so consider this Dad's early birthday present.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jim M. on February 29, 2008, 01:17AM
If you like Andre Rieu, check his website at Andre Rieu.com.  His US tour starts in April in Chicago.  I've only seen him on PBS and think he's very good.  I hope to see his show one of these days.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: cool2it on February 29, 2008, 05:53AM
Man, how did I EVER forget Linder Eder? ? ?  She is great and I love her music!! I have all the cd's she has made ( except the singles) and I'm always checking Amazon for anything new from her.  " Even Now" means a lot to me and is full of memories.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: ferngully on March 01, 2008, 05:14AM
atm i am listening constantly to beth hirsch


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Maggie on March 01, 2008, 05:30AM
Yay! The Moody Blues!!! 8) 8) 8)

Oh dear! I just checked and they have several dates in FL.....April 1st here in Orlando,
at the Hard Rock, so I might have to take my husband to see them..........

We saw them there several years ago, and I don't know where everyone got
their zippos from! ;D

I guess these days they lift their cell phones.....


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Où est le lait de soja? on March 01, 2008, 09:39PM
Man, how did I EVER forget Linder Eder? ? ?  She is great and I love her music!! I have all the cd's she has made ( except the singles) and I'm always checking Amazon for anything new from her.  " Even Now" means a lot to me and is full of memories.

She actually has a new CD comming out shortly called The Other Side of Me.  There are some clips up on her site....it's good stuff....it's kindof like her CD Gold, that more laid back country pop kindof sound....

http://www.lindaeder.com/default.asp


Linda is just plain awesome.  Period.  She's just such an amazing person....she doesn't have a stuck up bone in her body...and she's not a diva like so many entertainers.




Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Meldy on March 03, 2008, 12:57AM
Just watched the PBS special, Andre Rieu in "Wonderland", amazing!

Meldy


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: melle mel on March 03, 2008, 06:45PM
Looks like James Taylor will be hittin' the road this summer (http://www.livedaily.com/news/13728.html), and coming to Seattle (Chateau Ste. Michelle Winery in Woodinville) doing two shows, July 21st and 22nd.

I dig some of James' stuff, and my Dad's a fan of his music. Dad often plays his CDs in the car and the songs brings good memories of our family road trips and such. I'm sure James will be amazing in person.

Tickets go on sale Monday morning, so consider this Dad's early birthday present.

... And I got a pair of tickets for the July 21st show! Both nights are sold-out!

This will be a great show indeed.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5EoNd_maBbY



Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: OldFatGuy on March 22, 2008, 06:53AM
Luan Parle has posted a video, singing her beautiful song "Ghost" - in Irish!  It's a great song in any language, and she performed it perfectly under - shall we say - less than perfect conditions.  (She was freezing.  :D )

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aeP1Rzua5Zg (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aeP1Rzua5Zg)

Note - this video is worth watching just for her adorable hat.   ;D


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jim M. on March 24, 2008, 01:22AM
Yay! The Moody Blues!!! 8) 8) 8)

There are several new clips on You Tube from the current tour.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: OldFatGuy on March 30, 2008, 08:37PM
Luan Parle continues never ending tour.

http://redtrackmusic.com/?p=177 (http://redtrackmusic.com/?p=177)

RedTrack favourite and an artist that can throw her name into the hat for the ‘Hardest Working Musician in Ireland’ award...........


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: paige on March 30, 2008, 10:22PM
I recently discovered a singer by the name of Connie Talbot.
She was on Britan's Got Talent and wowed Simon Cowell. She didn't win the competition but still got at record deal and the mindblowing thing is.. She just turned 7 years old!! I just think she is absolutely amazing especially for her young age and her voice will mature beautifully.

check out this link for a clip of her on Britan's Got Talent-
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7zBxt_w8_zQ

[you can find more videos of her on youtube]

official website-
www.connietalbot.com

i also love and reccomend
josh groban, the beatles, the beach boys, celine dion, & theres many more..



Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: greenfire6 on April 15, 2008, 10:13AM
With five CD’s produced since 2002, Celtic band Banshee in the Kitchen is the real deal.

www.bansheeinthekitchen.com/

The 3 talented, personable and attractive ladies made the drive up from County Kern, California to County Lyon, Nevada LOL! and gave a lively performance for us in our tiny but well appointed and comfortable Cultural Center Theater.

The audience was overjoyed and gave enthusiastic applause for each three tune/song set and found much humor and information in the well timed and delivered lines between sets. Additionally, persons in the audience far more knowledgeable of Celtic music than I were very favorably impressed.

More than skilled musicians and vocalists the ladies have a gift for arrangement and blending the sound into a delightful, even mesmerizing mix. The transitions are exquisite! Their music includes some of what I call experimental- what they simply confess as pushing the envelope or out there. Yet they never stray far or long from the Traditional.

Their love for Celtic music results in breathtaking expertise and a joyous performance. They travel far and wide playing Festivals and theater appearances. My recommendation would be to watch for them and go hear them if you can.

Organizationally and in presentation the band seems horizontal with no particular lady dominating the stage. From left to right as they appeared for us was Brenda Hunter, hammered dulcimer, fiddle, vocals. Jill Egland, accordion, flute, bodhran, vocals (Jill also plays whistles but not on this night). Mary Tulin, 6 & 12 string guitars, an unusually large Irish bouzouki, vocals. The presentation is further enhanced by their wearing cultural dress.

Their five albums are: If We Were Us, 2002; Catching the Mooncoin, 2003; Even Hotter Water, 2005; Invite the Light: world music for winter, 2006 and finally Banshee in the Kitchen- live at painted sky, 2008. I purchased their 2005 and 2008 albums. Those will become an important part of my Celtic music library!

Thank you Banshees! You’re wonderful! Hope to hear you live again soon!


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Maggie on April 15, 2008, 10:49AM
With five CD’s produced since 2002, Celtic band Banshee in the Kitchen is the real deal.
The 3 talented, personable and attractive ladies made the drive up from County Kern, California to County Lyon, Nevada LOL! and gave a lively performance for us in our tiny but well appointed and comfortable Cultural Center Theater.

For such talented and accomplished ladies, I think they could have chosen a better name, especially if they ever plan to play in Ireland.

Banshee is from the Irish Béan Sí (fairy woman).
The banshee is a very bad omen.
Many people hear the banshee wailing around the house right before a family member dies. A relative of mine gets this warning before each bereavement, and calls the Priest.

If more than one banshee is heard, it means someone important is about to die.

Bottom line : In Ireland, nobody wants to hear the Banshee!




Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: greenfire6 on April 15, 2008, 02:11PM
The name gave me some reservations although my reservations weren't as well defined as Maggie's. So I went there not really expecting them to be as good as they are.

I will write to you a lady in our community named Padraign was there and declared them wonderful. Padraign is what I compliment as All Irish, All the Time. She produces and hosts a brand new, twice weekly, program on our local FM station called The Celtic Music Hour. She is very knowledgable of the Irish music scene- especially in the Trad arena.

I will admitt, for now the purpose or intent of the name remains a mystery.

Meanwhile... Right after I posted this review I Emailed a copy to Mary, Jill and Brenda proceeded by one of my typically long winded thank yous. Mary has already sent me a very kind reply saying they loved the venue, the audience and were happy to meet a lot of nice people. She is thankful for the positive exposure Òrla’s and the CW Forums may provide them.

Maybe I will get the courage to Email Mary, Jill and Brenda and ask them about the name.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: willow-jeeves on April 15, 2008, 05:20PM
A wonderful group that I really like is Walela (Cherokee for hummingbird), who performs Cherokee music.  Three women, Rita Coolidge, her sister Priscilla Coolidge and her niece Laura Satterfield, form this group, and their music is haunting and beautiful. 

Here's Cherokee Morning Song:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wLxW1scnoIw (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wLxW1scnoIw)

Here's Amazing Grace in Cherokee:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UvYIjFtPQEk&feature=related (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UvYIjFtPQEk&feature=related)


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: greenfire6 on April 24, 2008, 04:16PM
A wee update regarding Banshees in the Kitchen:

Mary Tulin (Banshees in the Kitchen, guitars and vocals) has updated the bands website. (Add Webmaster to her many talents). Among other changes it now shows a very warm, colorful image of the Banshees performing in Yerington, Nevada the night of 12 April 2008. I would guess the picture was captured by Mary’s husband Kip, also known as the band boy because he takes care of much of the logistics on most gigs.

I will repeat the hyperlink here:      www.bansheesinthekitchen.com/

If you care to take the time to go there the picture is at the top of the In Concert page with a suitable caption.

The picture is just as I described in my review (earlier in this thread)- from left to right; Brenda Hunter, hammered dulcimer, fiddle, vocals, Jill Egland, accordion, flute, bodhran, whistle, vocals and Mary, 6 and 12 string guitars, Irish bouzouki, vocals.

The website is quite a good work so consider taking some time to look around.

I would like to boast I’m one of the heads silhouetted in the audience. The truth is the five of us were sitting further down and much closer to the stage! ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: OldFatGuy on April 26, 2008, 02:55PM
Luan Parle sings the Irish National Anthem - Amhrán na bhFiann - Live at the Bernard Dunne / Felix Machado fight in the International Events Centre in Castlebar in April 08.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lMJroF-1_5o (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lMJroF-1_5o)


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: greenfire6 on June 04, 2008, 10:08AM
I am happy to write I am riding down to Bakersfield, California day after tomorrow where it will be my privilege to hear Banshee in the Kitchen live!

The “Banshees” will perform at Dagny’s Coffee Company in downtown Bakersfield, 7 to 9 pm, Friday, 6 June.

This is a kick-off of sorts for their summer season of concerts and festivals. Mary Tulin (guitars, Irish bouzouki, vocals) emailed me (that this); Should be fun.  We're doing this gig to a) connect with our local fans, b) try out some new material, and c) spin up for a huge festival we have a week from Sunday. Here Mary is referring to a festival in Santa Ynez, California where they will perform on 15 June.

This 2nd opportunity to hear Banshee in the Kitchen live has emerged much sooner than I expected. I’m really excited to, once again, hear their lovely interpretation of Celtic tunes and songs and thank them personally for their dedication to their music and generosity in sharing it with us.

It will be a good ride too! I plan to cross the Sierra Nevada Mountains at Ebbetts Pass where Hwy 4 goes to one lane for many miles. Then throttle south, through the Gold Rush Country, to Fresno and on to Bakersfield.

Life is Grand!


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: ChloeAgnewfan on June 04, 2008, 11:17AM
anyone listen to Kate Voegele??


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: OldFatGuy on June 04, 2008, 11:25AM
anyone listen to Kate Voegele??
Yes!  Kate's terrific, and she's touring right now!  Check the schedule on her MySpace page (http://www.myspace.com/katevoegele).


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: ChloeAgnewfan on June 04, 2008, 12:10PM
i checked it out, but sadly the only venue close enough is knoxville and its tomorrow. :(

Kate's voice is an amazing gift.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Texas Celtic Girl on June 06, 2008, 12:21PM
Here are some you tube clips of a folk singer named Jean Ritchie.IYou can find her music on amazon.com for a decent price and also at jeanritchie.com

http://youtube.com/watch?v=MvusiOLOHgA

http://youtube.com/watch?v=mrPTrkpO6EQ&feature=related


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: paige on June 06, 2008, 07:17PM

Kate's voice is an amazing gift.

oh yes it is! i LOVE kate voegele! i almost got to go to one of her concerts but i was out of town when she came to my city  :(


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: OldFatGuy on June 19, 2008, 06:33AM
Soothing Sounds from Anuna’s Gill

“HEARING a beautiful song opens people’s heart.” It’s the first thing Fionnuala Gill says when asked to describe Whispers of Love, her first solo album. If you choose to buy this CD, and I would advise you to do so, then you can prepare for open heart surgery in the process.

Click for more...... (http://www.irishabroad.com/news/irish-voice/entertainment/Articles/anuna-gill180608.aspx)


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Trouble on June 19, 2008, 09:40AM
Oh yeah I got this in my email and I love her! She's great.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: willow-jeeves on June 20, 2008, 09:21AM
“HEARING a beautiful song opens people’s heart.” It’s the first thing Fionnuala Gill says when asked to describe Whispers of Love, her first solo album. If you choose to buy this CD, and I would advise you to do so, then you can prepare for open heart surgery in the process.

I chose to buy this CD on iTunes.   It gently opened my heart.  It is like a soothiing balm for the soul.  Thank you, Fionnuala!

Also, thank you Rich for posting this.   :)


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: OldFatGuy on June 21, 2008, 07:04AM
My dear friend Luan Parle was honored by winning in the "Best Female" category in the BalconyTV (http://www.balconytv.com) music video awards last night! They'll have tape of the event posted on their site in a couple of days, so check back.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Kelli on June 21, 2008, 03:50PM
Congratulations, Luan!


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: OldFatGuy on June 22, 2008, 10:38AM
Well, Luan has given her approval, so I can officially launch my new fan site at http://luanparle.net/ (http://luanparle.net/). Please let me know what you think.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Trouble on June 22, 2008, 10:39AM
Oh wow Rich I love it! Nice job!


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: poohbear on June 22, 2008, 04:38PM
Great job as always Rich! Thanks!


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Naraku_Diabolos on June 22, 2008, 06:03PM
Here's my list of music artists that I love:

Classical (Hayley Westenra)

Celtic (Celtic Woman; Chloë Agnew, Hayley Westenra, Lisa Kelly, Máiréad Nesbitt, Méav Ní Mhaolchatha, Órla Fallon)

New Age (Dan Gibson, Anúna)

Pop & Rock (Backstreet Boys, N*SYNC, 98°, Aly & AJ, Ashlee Simpson, The A-Teens, BBMak, Britney Spears, Carrie Underwood, Cascada, Christina Aguilera, Drake Bell, Evanescence, Hilary Duff, Jesse McCartney, JoJo, Kelly Clarkson, Lindsay Lohan, M2M, Mandy Moore, Miley Cyrus, Savage Garden, Switchfoot, Vanessa Carlton, Vanessa Hudgens, Jessica Simpson)

Instrumental (Hans Zimmer, John Williams, Nobuo Uematsu, Klaus Badelt)

Instrumental/Nature Music (Dan Gibson)

I also got into another singer last week who's from Australia named "Kate Alexa." She sings the soundtrack to a Nickelodeon show called "H2O: Just Add Water." She sounds like an Australian version of Hilary Duff.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Cherany on July 16, 2008, 02:33PM
I like it, Inga.  I see he's an Idol contestant from… Germany?  I am guessing.  Do you know more about him?


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Angie on July 16, 2008, 09:17PM
I like the Irish girl who was on American Idol last season - Carley Smithson, if I remember correcly.  She has a fabulous voice - light rock I would say, but she can belt out anything, any category !  She was the one with dark, longish hair and some tatoos - she and her husband own a tatoo shop in San Diego.  She is on tour at the moment with the American Idol folks, but come the fall I think we will hear a lot from her.  I am sure someone will give her a contract.   Also I like Enya,  but I am still partial to 50's and 60's artists, especially The Everly Brothers.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: lapluie on July 17, 2008, 12:51AM
If anyone here likes Medieval Turkish and Balkan sounds, or would like to explore it, have a listen to 'Stellamara' ( http://www.last.fm/music/Stellamara )...they are that rare thing - a band I love more than CW  ;)


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Inga on July 17, 2008, 02:48AM
If anyone here likes Medieval Turkish and Balkan sounds, or would like to explore it, have a listen to 'Stellamara' ( http://www.last.fm/music/Stellamara )...they are that rare thing - a band I love more than CW  ;)

I like it.

I llike everything exept Hip Hop, Techno, Rockmusic ...


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Cherany on July 17, 2008, 10:15AM
Lapluie, I see you have a Blackmore's Night CD in your banner.  I recommend them, as well!


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Cherany on July 17, 2008, 05:58PM
I am having a great day, guys! 

I've just discovered two new artists & before I've even clicked the "purchase" button in iTunes, I can already tell they are going to become favorites of mine. ;D

Today, Pandora radio played a song for me by Becky Taylor, a singer I'd never heard of.  I loved the sound of her voice, so I went looking for her on iTunes and discovered Becky Taylor, an Irish musician.

Suspecting they were different people, I consulted my friend Google, and indeed, they are different artists, but both are amazing women I think CW fans will love!

Becky Taylor #1 (who now goes by Becky Jane Taylor - wonder if the other Becky is the reason?)

Clips from her current CD are on her site:
http://ecards.emiclassics.co.uk/becky1/index.htm (http://ecards.emiclassics.co.uk/becky1/index.htm)

(I already have favorites!  I've had the clip of By Your Side on repeat while typing this - so gorgeous!)

Clips from her first CD are on Pandora:
http://www.pandora.com/music/album/becky+taylor/dream+come+true (http://www.pandora.com/music/album/becky+taylor/dream+come+true)

Both are on iTunes (the first, under Becky Taylor - a partial album; the more recent release under Becky Jane Taylor), as well.

Becky Taylor #2

On CD Baby:
http://cdbaby.com/cd/beckytaylor (http://cdbaby.com/cd/beckytaylor)

Also available on iTunes.

In case you couldn't tell, I am thrilled with these ladies!  ;D 

Go listen - you won't be sorry!


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Inga on July 18, 2008, 01:39AM
And You Raise Me Up of course ---> www.youtube.com/watch?v=KE1dFAGcTeQ&feature=related (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KE1dFAGcTeQ&feature=related)

and

Feeling Good www.youtube.com/watch?v=vJ9l7o6UTPk (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vJ9l7o6UTPk)

www.youtube.com/watch?v=TrCbIK2hz-M&feature=related (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TrCbIK2hz-M&feature=related)


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Cherany on July 18, 2008, 11:34AM
Inga, Fady has a fantastic voice.  I think I will get his CD when it comes out.

Lapluie, I checked out Stellamara.  They're good, too.  Maybe a bit too... something for me.  I would say too slow, but then, I really enjoy slower songs from singers like Hayley & Lynn.  Just not so much singers like Enya and *ducks* Meav on her solo CDs (please don't throw things - I loved her with CW!).

I don't know how to put into words the difference... they all sing slow songs, but somehow the second type is more... relaxed?

Any suggestions for describing the difference?


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: lapluie on July 19, 2008, 04:48AM
Inga, Fady has a fantastic voice.  I think I will get his CD when it comes out.

Lapluie, I checked out Stellamara.  They're good, too.  Maybe a bit too... something for me.  I would say too slow, but then, I really enjoy slower songs from singers like Hayley & Lynn.  Just not so much singers like Enya and *ducks* Meav on her solo CDs (please don't throw things - I loved her with CW!).

I don't know how to put into words the difference... they all sing slow songs, but somehow the second type is more... relaxed?

Any suggestions for describing the difference?

Haha, thanks for checking them out - I think the word you're trying to think of is 'Ambient'? I'm hardly a music expert myself. I would perhaps say that Stellamara's music contains more of historical and religious influences. And of course the fact that I can't understand a word of what they're saying. But who cares, it's lovely stuff, and I love them anyway  :D


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Cherany on July 21, 2008, 10:03AM
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZznZQZ6KhtU

Margrét Eir / Stefán Hilmarsson - Einn góðan dag


I checked this out & liked her voice, so I went looking for her.  Hayley Westenra fans will get a kick out of listening to the preview of the 2nd track on this CD:

http://www.icelandicmusic.com/Music/Album/4557/margret_eir/andartak/#0 (http://www.icelandicmusic.com/Music/Album/4557/margret_eir/andartak/#0)


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Cherany on July 21, 2008, 10:08AM
Quote
thanks for checking them out

No problem.  I've actually checked out almost all the artists in this thread - I started last week, going back to page 1 to see what gems I could turn up.  So far, I've really liked Margrét Eir & Fady (forgot the last name already) - pretty sure they will both find their way into my music collection.

Oh, and both girls named Una that were recommended (by Rich, I think).  I really like them, too.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: OldFatGuy on July 21, 2008, 11:53AM
Oh, and both girls named Una that were recommended (by Rich, I think).  I really like them, too.
Yep.  That'd be Una Pedreschi (http://www.myspace.com/unapedreschi (http://www.myspace.com/unapedreschi)) and Una Healy (http://www.myspace.com/unahealy (http://www.myspace.com/unahealy)).  I adore them both.  Of course, we can't forget Luan Parle (http://www.myspace.com/luanparle (http://www.myspace.com/luanparle) and http://luanparle.net/ (http://luanparle.net/).


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Cherany on July 21, 2008, 12:23PM
Of course, we can't forget Luan Parle (http://www.myspace.com/luanparle (http://www.myspace.com/luanparle) and http://luanparle.net/ (http://luanparle.net/).

Luan has a nice voice, reminds me a bit of Jewel.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Cherany on July 21, 2008, 12:48PM
Check it out!  I was looking to see if the singer I mentioned, Becky Jane Taylor, had a MySpace page & she does:

 http://profile.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=user.viewprofile&friendid=288555303

This particular image caught my eye:

(http://i157.photobucket.com/albums/t41/broadwaygirl91/becky%20jane%20taylor/1421876438_l435x298.jpg)

(That's a young Becky on the right.)


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: OldFatGuy on August 04, 2008, 02:39PM
Luan Parle joins the panel on "LATE NIGHT LIVE" on Newstalk National Radio, 10pm til Midnight (GMT - Dublin / London time) - Monday 4th August (that's only 20 minutes from now, if you're in Eastern US).

Live Stream Available by clicking here (http://newstalk.ie/newstalk/index.html) at showtime.

Late Night Live is a lively current affairs talk show. It is a listener-driven program with lively and witty debate.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: sioned on August 04, 2008, 04:55PM
look up seth lakeman hess an amazing folk musician plays the violing and sings  very very nice sound!!!


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Northern_Lights on August 05, 2008, 07:31AM
(http://i157.photobucket.com/albums/t41/broadwaygirl91/becky%20jane%20taylor/1421876438_l435x298.jpg)
Hayley is the one on the left, by the way.

I listen mostly to Hayley, Celtic Woman, Celtic Thunder, All Angels (classical crossover, much like Hayley's style of music) (www.allangelsofficial.com (http://www.allangelsofficial.com)), Elizabeth Marvelly (also similar to Hayley, they have both sung I Dreamed a Dream and Pokarekare Ana and are Kiwis) (www.elizabethmarvelly.com (http://www.elizabethmarvelly.com)),  and eScala from Britian's Got Talent 2008. I also really like Natalie MacMaster (www.nataliemacmaster.com (http://www.nataliemacmaster.com)). Does anyone reccomend any classical crossover leaning towards classical artists? (not Josh Groban)


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Inga on August 05, 2008, 07:43AM
The Celtic Tenors

www.youtube.com/watch?v=2sWd0_kJAI8 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2sWd0_kJAI8)

www.youtube.com/watch?v=J-pFfAfdpTI&feature=related (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J-pFfAfdpTI&feature=related)


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: OldFatGuy on August 05, 2008, 11:41AM
Here's a really nice article about Catrina, from the Ballymena Times:

BALLYMENA soprano Catrina Scullion has been steadily making a name for herself as a talented singer - and now she is to star in a concert in her home town.

Click for more.... (http://www.ballymenatimes.com/news/Catrina-on-stage-with-Keep.4354606.jp)


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Cash on August 17, 2008, 05:45AM
Any of you like Trailer Choir? Even though their songs are sort of crazy / funny / country, they sound pretty good and are very entertaining. Chrystal, the lady in the group, is attractive, but in a good sort of way. Not sleazy at all. She has a powerful and quality voice too.

Also, anyone seen Carrie Underwood's newest video "Just a Dream"? Very moving and sad. Makes you think. At the start she is in her wedding dress getting married to an army guy. Well you can guess what happens. At the end she is dressed in black at his funeral. This will be Carrie's 8th #1 hit.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Inga on September 05, 2008, 03:12AM
Does anyone reccomend any classical crossover leaning towards classical artists? (not Josh Groban)

Paul Potts

www.youtube.com/user/paulpottstv?ob=1 (http://www.youtube.com/user/paulpottstv?ob=1)


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: OldFatGuy on September 05, 2008, 10:51AM
I've just added a cool new video of Luan Parle performing live, unplugged and outdoors in the beautiful Iveagh Gardens.  http://luanparle.net/news.html (http://luanparle.net/news.html)


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Joan on September 05, 2008, 03:28PM
Any of you like Trailer Choir? Even though their songs are sort of crazy / funny / country, they sound pretty good and are very entertaining. Chrystal, the lady in the group, is attractive, but in a good sort of way. Not sleazy at all. She has a powerful and quality voice too.

Also, anyone seen Carrie Underwood's newest video "Just a Dream"? Very moving and sad. Makes you think. At the start she is in her wedding dress getting married to an army guy. Well you can guess what happens. At the end she is dressed in black at his funeral. This will be Carrie's 8th #1 hit.

I have not seen Carrie's "Just a Dream" video. I look forward to seeing it. I have both her CDs and that is one of my favorite songs. I certainly hope it will in fact be her 8th # 1 hit. There is somethiing that I find very appealing and inspiring about Carrie. I hope she stays in the music business for many years to come.
Joan


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Sugar Land Chava on September 07, 2008, 08:50AM
THE RAMONES!


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: kylerama on September 16, 2008, 09:25PM
Kinda a random artist, but when will System of a Down come of their hiatus?


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: White Rose on September 16, 2008, 10:29PM
Hmm...who do I listen to a lot?

Lisa Gerrard

Girlyman- http://www.girlyman.com/   and http://www.youtube.com/girlymanvideos    They some how have awesome harmonies in ALL of their songs- including their made up on the spot tuning songs.

Ellis- folk singer with her guitar who is hilarious live.   http://www.ellis-music.com/news/    and  http://www.myspace.com/ellismusic  .

Chanticleer- A bunch of classically trained guys who can sing any kind of music they want and sound fabulous. One time I saw them, I got to hear a very harmonized version of happy birthday! http://www.chanticleer.org/   


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jeanine on September 16, 2008, 10:53PM
I checked out Anuna's CD "Invocation".  It's an old one (1995), but it's the first actual CD of their's that I've heard.  I did enjoy it.  They have a very classical sound on this one, but intermixed with Celtic stylization.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: OldFatGuy on September 21, 2008, 06:56AM
Luan Parle received the award for "Best Female Performer" at the "Big Buzz" 2008 Irish Entertainment Industry Awards in Belfast on Friday September 19th.  Congrats, Luan!
(http://www.ropescorner.com/smileys/okay.gif)


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jim M. on September 21, 2008, 07:24AM
Luan Parle received the award for "Best Female Performer" at the "Big Buzz" 2008 Irish Entertainment Industry Awards in Belfast on Friday September 19th.  Congrats, Luan!
(http://www.ropescorner.com/smileys/okay.gif)
I'll second that.  Congrats, Luan!!


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: lapluie on September 21, 2008, 12:26PM
I checked out Anuna's CD "Invocation".  It's an old one (1995), but it's the first actual CD of their's that I've heard.  I did enjoy it.  They have a very classical sound on this one, but intermixed with Celtic stylization.

Been trying to find a download of that, no luck. I've got 'Essential' and 'Omnis' you might want to check out the former.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Où est le lait de soja? on September 27, 2008, 08:24PM
some cultural stuff...

Mari Boine.  She was born a Saami in Norway, and sings her her native tounge....no....this music is not Asian...nor is it Native American....the saamis are mostly live in the scandanavian region....and it's awesome.  and the awesome thing about Mari, she adds more of a rockish jazz sound to her music, which makes it even cooler than it already is.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oVwK1zLIEv0


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iMvIDfONtlY



~Mel.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: sioned on September 29, 2008, 04:38PM
ow if anyone likes acoustic guitar with a bit or precussions go look up andy mckee   and find the song driffting wawiii what a tunee   hes quite an astonishing guitarist


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: OldFatGuy on October 06, 2008, 08:23AM
I've just found a new and exciting singer/musician/songwriter.  She's a young Aussie named Shiraz Tilley - yes, that's her real name - and you can visit her web site right here (http://www.shiraztilley.com/index.cfm), or her MySpace page here (http://www.myspace.com/shiraztilley).


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: cool2it on October 06, 2008, 08:42AM
Thanks, Rich.   She has a great sound and more than likely, a bright future. 


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: zankoku on October 06, 2008, 08:43AM
Another lovely young woman with a great voice. Thanks Rich.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Bookworm on October 12, 2008, 11:00AM
I just found Christiane Cargill while I was on youtube. She sings Irish and Scottish songs. Here's her website: click here (http://www.christianecargill.com/) and one of her videos on youtube:  click here (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MW25qlH1Xgo/)


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: lapluie on October 13, 2008, 02:24AM
I've recently discovered a band called Libera, it's a choir group of young boys and some of their stuff is lovely, Iv'e got their albums 'New dawn' and 'Luminosa' and I love them, esp their version of 'In parasidum'

http://www.libera.org.uk/music.htm



Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: OrangeTea on October 16, 2008, 01:21PM
My most recent artist is Emmy Rossum (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Emmy_Rossum).  Most might recognize her as Christine from the movie Phantom of the Opera, and she has been in a bunch of little parts in other movies/shows.  Her album (http://www.amazon.com/Inside-Out-Emmy-Rossum/dp/B000W7Y1LK/ref=ntt_mus_ep_wlb_dpt/102-2870131-3718562) has been out since 2007. 
Since finding her, I've done a little research on her and been very impressed with what I have found (15 years old via online extension courses offered by Stanford University's Education Program for Gifted Youth, she studies at Columbia University, and is a YouthAIDS ambassador).  Her lyrics are emotionally honest, and her while her music is not in the same style as the classical soprano she played in Phantom, her voice holds such power that it's almost classical pop (I know, weird association).  Her myspace page (http://www.myspace.com/emmyrossum) has the most music on it.


offical site - http://www.emmyrossum.com/


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: willow-jeeves on October 16, 2008, 01:55PM
ladernierenuit:  I love Emmy Rossum's music!  Her CD "Inside Out" is great.  She also has a Christmas EP on iTunes called "Carol of the Bells". 

Songs are:
Carol of the Bells (I know, that one's a given)
O Holy Night
Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas

Very different arrangements than CW, especially Carol of the Bells.  Very enjoyable!


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: OldFatGuy on October 21, 2008, 12:31PM
Chris and I are going to try to get up to Savannah on November 4 to see my friend, the lovely and talented Marina V (http://www.myspace.com/2071855).

Some of you may remember the fiasco I lived through when I went to see her in Reno.  That trip will live forever in my blog (http://blog.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=blog.view&friendID=46318672&blogID=217735059&Mytoken=FFCD941A-C062-42A2-82AF3D4ACA9430F561131660).


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: 07-sara on October 21, 2008, 12:58PM
Just read the blog, can you say OUCH!!!!!    >:(

I hope you make it this time.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Frozen_Rose_of_the_Sea on October 21, 2008, 02:45PM
STEPHEN SONDHEIM!!!!! ANDREW LLOYD WEBBER!!!! :D


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: OldFatGuy on October 29, 2008, 08:44AM
For all you Riverdance fans - they've published their 2009 tour schedule.

North America
Orlando, Bob Carr: 13 – 18 January
Tampa, Tampa Bay PAC: 20 – 25 January
Gainsville, Phillipps Center: 26 – 28 January
Birmingham, BJCC Concert Hall: 30 January – 1 February
Naples, Philharmonic Center: 3 – 8 February
Columbia, Koger Center: 10 – 12 February
Jacksonville, Moran Th. – Times Union Center: 13 – 15 February
Knoxville, Knoxville Civic Auditorium: 17 – 18 February
Memphis, Orpheum Theatre: 20 – 22 February
Nashville, Jackson Hall @TPAC: 24 February – 1 March
Charlotte, Blumenthal Performing Arts Center: 3 – 8 March
Baltimore, Hippodrome: 10 – 15 March
Rosemont, Rosemont Theatre: 17 – 22 March
Hershey, Hershey Theatre: 24 – 29 March
Philadelphia, Kimmel Center: 31 March – 5 April
Detroit, Fox Theater: 8 – 12 April
South Bend, Morris PAC: 14 – 15 April
Appleton, Thrivent Financial Hall: 17 – 19 April
Rockford, Coronado Theater: 21 – 23 April
Indianapolis, Murat Theater: 24 – 26 April
Saginaw, Dow Event Center: 27 – 29 April
St. Louis, Fox Theater: 1 – 3 May
Cedar Falls, Gallagher – Bluedorn PAC: 5 – 7 May
Minneapolis, State Theater: 8 – 10 May
Paducah, Carson Four Rivers Center: 12 – 14 May
Cincinnati, Aronoff Center: 15 – 17 May
Toronto, Canon Theater: 19 May – 21 June
London, Ontario, John Labatt Center: 22 – 24 June
Vienna, Wolftrap: 26 – 28 June
For Box office information and further details click here (http://www.riverdance.com/htm/tours_tickets/tourdates.php?continent=North%20America).

 

United Kingdom
Hippodrome, Bristol: 26 – 31 Jan
Pavilions, Plymouth: 3 – 8 Feb
BIC, Bournemouth: 10 – 15 Feb
Hammersmith Apollo, London: 18 – 22 Feb
New Theatre, Oxford: 23 – 28 Feb
Playhouse, Edinburgh: 3 – 7 Mar
NIA, Birmingham: 9 – 14 Mar
Royal Concert Hall, Nottingham: 16 – 21 Mar
Opera House, Manchester:        23 – 28 Mar
CIA, Cardiff: 30 Mar – 1 Apr
Brighton Centre, Brighton: 2 – 4 Apr
Empire, Sunderland: 6 – 11 Apr
Regent, Ipswich: 13 – 18 Apr
Empire, Liverpool: 20 – 25 Apr
For Box office information and further details click here (http://www.riverdance.com/htm/tours_tickets/tourdates.php?continent=Europe&region=UK).


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Rigatony60 on October 29, 2008, 10:49AM
Check out 'Vox Angeli' They just came out with their first album not too long ago. They are a young French vocal group with excellent voices and beautiful music, but it's all in French, except for one song called 'The Scientist' which is a 'Coldplay' cover. Very nice, preciousss! oh yesss very nice! Gollum!


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: OldFatGuy on November 05, 2008, 09:45AM
Chris and I had a great time with Marina V last night in Savannah.  She's a sweetheart, and extremely talented!  Check her out at http://www.marinav.com/ (http://www.marinav.com/) or on MySpace at http://www.myspace.com/marinav (http://www.myspace.com/marinav).

Here's a couple of photos we took after her set.

(http://www.ropescorner.com/cw/marina01.jpg)

(http://www.ropescorner.com/cw/marina02.jpg)


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Kelli on November 05, 2008, 01:33PM
Awww, great pictures!  Though, Rich it's kinda odd to not see you in your OFG TShirt  :D  I bet Zee, Bob, and a few others will like your TShirt, Chris!  Glad you guys were able to see Marina...I'll have to check her music out.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: OldFatGuy on November 05, 2008, 01:45PM
Rich it's kinda odd to not see you in your OFG TShirt 
Marina's seen my OFG shirt, so I left it home.  Besides, it was chilly in Savannah last night!


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Sky Pilot on November 06, 2008, 07:49AM
Hi folks, just thought I would mention that over at the Olivia forum( www.oliviagritten.org ) Liv has decided to run a competition to give away three copies of her new album that is due out around the second week of December just go to the Olivia's music topic and you will find the thread, The rules of engagement are set out there and the winners will be announced on the 1st of December. The competition will also be blogged on her fan sites in Brazil, Japan and America, as well as her Myspace......would love to see you there.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: OldFatGuy on November 11, 2008, 08:32AM
Breathtaking young English soprano Phillippa (Pippa) Lusty!  On MySpace at http://www.myspace.com/pippalusty (http://www.myspace.com/pippalusty) and on the 'net at http://phillippalusty.com/ (http://phillippalusty.com/).


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Cherany on November 12, 2008, 03:45AM
I did a bit of browsing around Amazon & iTunes the other day & found some amazing artists! 

Emma Shapplin (sort of opera meets techno):
http://www.amazon.com/Etterna-Emma-Shapplin/dp/B0000DZ3EZ/ref=pd_bbs_sr_2?ie=UTF8&s=music&qid=1226482785&sr=8-2
(No sound clips there, but you can hear her here: http://www.etterna.org.ar/)

Victoria Hart (modern jazz):
http://www.amazon.com/Whatever-Happened-Romance-Victoria-Hart/dp/B000TITOQE
(No sound previews there, but you can hear the title track here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5FyA4mrIn_k)


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Cherany on November 12, 2008, 03:49AM
Breathtaking young English soprano Phillippa (Pippa) Lusty!  On MySpace at http://www.myspace.com/pippalusty (http://www.myspace.com/pippalusty) and on the 'net at http://phillippalusty.com/ (http://phillippalusty.com/).

Her voice reminds me of Sasha Lazard's.  Very nice.

I must admit, though, the name Lusty isn't very assuring.  Had anyone else linked me to her page, I'd have probably backed out, for fear of porn taking over my screen.   :(


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: willow-jeeves on November 12, 2008, 09:16AM
Enya has just released a beautiful Winter/Christmas CD called "And Winter Came". 


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: ChloeAgnewfan on November 12, 2008, 02:50PM
Synergy Brass Quintet is an awesome ensemble from Boston, MA. Two Trumpets, Trombone, French Horn, and Tuba.  They came to my school and played for our band class today, what awesome people. I bought their new christmas album that they let us buy, but isn't supposed to be released until after Thanksgiving. ;) and I say you should check it out, it's awesome stuff. They also have a podcast on itunes. :)


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: OldFatGuy on November 18, 2008, 08:24AM
I've just found an exciting young violinist named Fiona Pears.  She's a native New Zealander, and she classifies her music as Folk / Jazz / Acoustic.  Check her out on MySapce (http://www.myspace.com/fionapears) or her web site (http://www.fionapears.com/).


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Inga on November 28, 2008, 04:04AM
The Celtic Tenors have released a new album called "Hard Times". 


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Cash on November 28, 2008, 06:35AM
I have read that Guns-N-Roses new CD entitled Chinese Democracy has indeed been finally released but is only available at Best Buy.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: 07-sara on December 05, 2008, 06:12PM
While looking at the Celtic Collections website the other day I came across their newest artist (although not new to the industry at all!) to sign:  Cathy Maguire.  Her new CD comes out in January 2009.  Also of interest is that she opened for The High Kings on their tour from this fall.

http://profile.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=user.viewProfile&friendID=116716785

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r70pH9eQyuA


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Cherany on December 08, 2008, 10:25AM
I've just found an exciting young violinist named Fiona Pears.  She's a native New Zealander, and she classifies her music as Folk / Jazz / Acoustic.  Check her out on MySapce (http://www.myspace.com/fionapears) or her web site (http://www.fionapears.com/).

She sounds great!


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: OldFatGuy on January 12, 2009, 11:10AM
Bonnie McKee will be appearing on this week's episode of CSI:NY - on CBS at 10 PM Eastern and Pacific.

A word of caution - Bonnie is not for the faint of heart!   :D  She's kinda flashy, sassy, sexy, and enormously talented.  But she can sometimes be "R" rated!

Check her out on her MySpace (http://www.myspace.com/bonniemckee) or her official site (http://www.bonniemckee.com).


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: OldFatGuy on January 14, 2009, 05:04PM
It's awfully late now, but I just learned of this.  If anyone's in the West Palm Beach area and looking for something to do tonight - the Dublin Symphony Orchestra is appearing in concert at the Kravis Center.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Trouble on January 14, 2009, 06:14PM
They are coming to Charlotte in February. I am still deciding if I want to go.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: hesprit on January 15, 2009, 11:22PM
Bonnie McKee will be appearing on this week's episode of CSI:NY - on CBS at 10 PM Eastern and Pacific.

A word of caution - Bonnie is not for the faint of heart!   :D  She's kinda flashy, sassy, sexy, and enormously talented.  But she can sometimes be "R" rated!

Check her out on her MySpace (http://www.myspace.com/bonniemckee) or her official site (http://www.bonniemckee.com).


If anybody was interested but missed seeing this, it's avaialble online at the CBS website.  You can view the complete episode here:

http://www.cbs.com/primetime/csi_ny/video/video.php?cid=446409462&pid=_6CANJoPRsFqaBiaCt4gMX05LKIaEIUv&category=episodes&play=true (http://www.cbs.com/primetime/csi_ny/video/video.php?cid=446409462&pid=_6CANJoPRsFqaBiaCt4gMX05LKIaEIUv&category=episodes&play=true)


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: OldFatGuy on January 16, 2009, 05:33AM
Thanks, Peter!


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: hesprit on January 16, 2009, 09:54AM
No problem, Rich.  I was really glad to find that myself.  I had my computer all set with a reminder alarm  for Wednesday night, had it all planned to watch the show, and what happens?  I get home from grocery shopping at 4 p.m. to find a message on my answering machine from the girl who was scheduled to work (at 4 p.m., mind you) saying she had gotten hurt during the day and could I work for her?  I tried to set up my DVD recorder to record it for me, but when I got home, it had not worked so I was not all that happy *lol*

The internet is a great thing when you know where to look, isn't it?


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: BlueFawn on January 16, 2009, 04:25PM
I can't wait to browse through this thread I'm always on the lookout for good music suggestion.

I'll drop a couple of my current faves, if anyone likes Classical/Spanish guitar a friend recently turned me on to Andres Segovia and Ottmar Liebert....fantastic instrumental music.

Also, at the risk of revealing myself a complete nerd the Battlestar Galactica Soundtracks are amazing, all the music is originally recorded for the show, it's almost entirely instrumental a very tribal/world music flavor, the few songs with lyrics are sung in Latin, Irish and Armenian off the top of my head.  Anyway the music is fantastic alot of percussion and strings it's one of my must listens.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: CRRopes on January 16, 2009, 05:43PM
I can't wait to browse through this thread I'm always on the lookout for good music suggestion.

I'll drop a couple of my current faves, if anyone likes Classical/Spanish guitar a friend recently turned me on to Andres Segovia and Ottmar Liebert....fantastic instrumental music.

Also, at the risk of revealing myself a complete nerd the Battlestar Galactica Soundtracks are amazing, all the music is originally recorded for the show, it's almost entirely instrumental a very tribal/world music flavor, the few songs with lyrics are sung in Latin, Irish and Armenian off the top of my head.  Anyway the music is fantastic alot of percussion and strings it's one of my must listens.

Thanks for the suggestions and.... don't worry.... this Forum is crawling with nerds! You'll fit right in!

Chris


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: BlueFawn on January 17, 2009, 10:59AM
haha I feel at home already, thanks Chris :)


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: OldFatGuy on January 17, 2009, 05:07PM
Luan Parle has been asked to guest for Sugarland on their upcoming (short) visit to Ireland. Luan will take time out of her writing / recording schedule to hook up with Jennifer Nettles & Kristian Bush. Sugarland need no introduction to US music fans. Massive album and single sales, multiple awards and sell out shows have made them one of the hottest tickets on the music scene today. Their rise to the top continues apace as Sugarland have been nominated for 3 Grammy awards in 2009.

Fri March 20th – The Waterfront Hall, Belfast

Sat March 21st – The Mount Errigal, Letterkenny

Sun March 22nd –The Premier Hall, Thurles

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3076/3199643334_68f4dbde0e.jpg)

(http://luanparle.net/gallery/gal07.jpg)


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: OldFatGuy on February 01, 2009, 09:54AM
Today is Luan's birthday, so you might want to stop by her MySpace at http://www.myspace.com/luanparle (http://www.myspace.com/luanparle) and wish her the best.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: CWFan2 on February 01, 2009, 10:07AM
I've seen Sugarland in concert Rich. They were fantastic!! Jennifer is a ball of fire!! High energy show.

... Bill


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: OldFatGuy on February 01, 2009, 10:12AM
I've seen Sugarland in concert Rich. They were fantastic!! Jennifer is a ball of fire!! High energy show.

... Bill

I agree, Bill.  Jennifer is adorable.  She has one of those smiles that just lights up the stage.  They put on a heck of a show.  And Luan is planning her first US tour later this year, so we may get to see her live, too.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: CWFan2 on February 01, 2009, 10:26AM

Jennifer is adorable.

She is that Rich! Wow!

... Bill


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: OldFatGuy on February 01, 2009, 12:46PM
Check out Cora Smyth, Sean Horsman & Jim Higgins (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q6ZWSD7Y0jc) - 'The Musical Priest', 'The Red Haired Lass' & 'Green Garters'


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: MeganDelia on February 01, 2009, 01:41PM
I've seen Sugarland in concert Rich. They were fantastic!! Jennifer is a ball of fire!! High energy show.

... Bill

I love Sugarland! I have all their albums. I agree, Jennifer is awesome! I've never seen them in concert though. I wish I could.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: jons on February 11, 2009, 09:44AM
Cara Dillon is a folk singer with a sweet voice, similar to Kate Rusby but more refined, delicate and detailed - more akin to Hayley. The music on her latest album 'Hill Of Thieves' might not be to everyone taste but its folk at its best. There's Jimmys, Johnnys and even a roving Spencer. There is at least two cases of tree climbing as well.  ;D

Seriously though the songs are just brilliant. 'False, False' is a lovely ballad, 'Johnny, Lovely Johnny' wants to make you sit up and dance. Terrific.

And her voice is astonishing right from the start. She has that je ne sais quoi about her.

http://www.caradillon.co.uk/ (http://www.caradillon.co.uk/)


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: raven_christina on February 11, 2009, 04:43PM
If anyone likes a sort of medieval sound, I'd reccomend Blackmore's Night. I'm a tradtional singer myself, so I often pick stuff that has those kind pf undertones.
However...
I am also a huge fan of Nickleback's new CD, 'Dark Horse'. I loved it, but then I heard the track "Burn it to the Ground" and pretty much died. And also, I could totally see Chloe listening to the CD as well. :)
I'd also reccomend Emmy Rossum's solo CD. Pretty good stuff.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Shywolf(Craig) on February 11, 2009, 05:33PM
I will give some on the Celtic Theme. If you like songs Gaelic take a listen to Julie Fowlis. She sings in Gaelic or Scottish Gaelic which the music is the same as hearing Irish for example. . And is touring the US i found out today she is performing at the end of Feb here at Los Angeles.

Also Celtic Music for stress relief and Celtic Dreams.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Ggunsailor on February 11, 2009, 07:07PM
I would recommend The Corrs; they're from Ireland and have a magnificent sound. Not only that, the front woman, Andrea Corr, has quite possibly one of the most beautiful voices I've ever heard.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: TheChloeFan on February 13, 2009, 01:37PM
Don't know if anyone has mentioned her yet...
I like Janelle Reinhart (Christian music, but really good), Taylor Swift (esp. her album Fearless), and some of Miley Cyrus' music.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Ggunsailor on February 13, 2009, 03:45PM
Don't know if anyone has mentioned her yet...
I like Janelle Reinhart (Christian music, but really good), Taylor Swift (esp. her album Fearless), and some of Miley Cyrus' music.
Taylor Swift? Ooh, I like her.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Shywolf(Craig) on February 13, 2009, 04:26PM
My list is toooo  loooooong of music artist


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: lifeismusic2009 on February 13, 2009, 04:37PM
I was raised on bluegrass music so I would have to recommend Rhonda Vincent. She has moved to number two on my list of favorites since I discovered Celtic Woman. Rich, I listened to Luan Parle and she is wonderful! Thanks for the suggestion!
~Elizabeth


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: CWFan2 on February 13, 2009, 05:22PM
I was raised on bluegrass music so I would have to recommend Rhonda Vincent. She has moved to number two on my list of favorites since I discovered Celtic Woman. Rich, I listened to Luan Parle and she is wonderful! Thanks for the suggestion!
~Elizabeth

Ahh yes, Rhonda Vincent. Bluegrass, fiddle and mandolin. She is one of my favorites. Hunter Berry on fiddle, Josh Williams on acoustic guitar and mandolin, Mickey Harris on stand up bass & Kenny Ingram on bango. (I think Josh Williams is no longer with RV and The Rage though). Ever watch him play? One of the fastest guitarists you'll ever see! Blazing speed. It's incredible. I don't have a clue how anyone can play a guitar that fast. But yeah, Rhonda, she's good. Has won more IBMA awards than we could all count.

Of course Alison Krause too, as I'm sure most of you know her.

Patty Loveless is my all-time favorite female Country Music artist.

Megan Mullins (I hope I'm spelling that right) is another of incredible musical talent. She plays everything. One of those people, ya know. You don't ever see much on her but, here's a little piece of info on her.

At 18, she started playing fiddle. What's that? 18? So what? No, I mean 18 months.
Next, she won the Pennsylvania State Fiddlin' Championship. (Ya ready)? At age 3!!
The rest, as they say, is history. (Even at the tender age of 3).

A couple of little 'nuggets' there.

Edit: I had a bit of this about Megan Mullins wrong. Check my post further down in this thread. It's even more interesting than I had remembered.

... Bill


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Où est le lait de soja? on February 13, 2009, 09:21PM
Even though she's unfortunatly...well...dead...at way to young of an age....



I'm a big fan of Laura Branigan....who surprisingly alot of people don't know I'm finding out...unless of course, you associate her directly with the song Gloria....



and CWfan2...Alison Krauss is amazing!...I especially love the songs Living Prayer and Jacob's Dream





~Mel.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: lifeismusic2009 on February 13, 2009, 09:42PM
I was raised on bluegrass music so I would have to recommend Rhonda Vincent. She has moved to number two on my list of favorites since I discovered Celtic Woman. Rich, I listened to Luan Parle and she is wonderful! Thanks for the suggestion!
~Elizabeth

Ahh yes, Rhonda Vincent. Bluegrass, fiddle and mandolin. She is one of my favorites. Hunter Berry on fiddle, Josh Williams on acoustic guitar and mandolin, Mickey Harris on stand up bass & Kenny Ingram on bango. (I think Josh Williams is no longer with RV and The Rage though). Ever watch him play? One of the fastest guitarists you'll ever see! Blazing speed. It's incredible. I don't have a clue how anyone can play a guitar that fast. But yeah, Rhonda, she's good. Has won more IBMA awards than we could all count.

Of course Alison Krause too, as I'm sure most of you know her.

Patty Loveless is my all-time favorite female Country Music artist.

Megan Mullins (I hope I'm spelling that right) is another of incredible musical talent. She plays everything. One of those people, ya know. You don't ever see much on her but, here's a little piece of info on her.

At 18, she started playing fiddle. What's that? 18? So what? No, I mean 18 months.
Next, she won the Pennsylvania State Fiddlin' Championship. (Ya ready)? At age 3!!
The rest, as they say, is history. (Even at the tender age of 3).

A couple of little 'nuggets' there.

... Bill


I was able to see RV and The Rage before Josh Williams left the group and I sat pretty close to the front. I play the guitar so I was trying to watch his hands, but they were moving WAY to fast for my eyes to follow. I have had the opportunity to meet her on several occasions and she is truly a fantastic person. She's very kind and gracious. I love the other artists you mentioned as well.
~Elizabeth


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Shywolf(Craig) on February 14, 2009, 12:52PM
I listen to Laura Branigan on radio. Though radio formats generally bad and the label and management did what they did for her.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: CWFan2 on February 14, 2009, 07:51PM
An Update to my somewhat wrong info about Megan Mullins. This is more like it ...

At only 18 months old, Megan Mullins started Suzuki violin lessons. At age 3, she won the Indiana State Fair Showmanship award at the state fiddling championship, singing and playing "Rocky Top" and also began performing professionally with her brother, Marcus. At age 5, she performed on the Crook & Chase TV show. At 10, Mullins became the youngest concertmaster in the Fort Wayne Youth Symphony. She won the Ohio Grand Champion fiddle contest at age 10 and the Young Artist Classical Competition in Fort Wayne at age 11. She and Marcus performed on the Grand Ole Opry when she was just 14. A year later, she graduated from high school. Mullins is proficient in fiddle, mandolin, guitar, viola, piano, accordion, clarinet and cello. In 2005 and 2006, she served as the utility player in the house band for the country music TV series, Nashville Star.


... Bill


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jim M. on February 14, 2009, 08:03PM
Wow, great experience, so far, and obviously, a very bright future.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: CWFan2 on February 14, 2009, 09:44PM
Anyone with that kind of, obviously, natural talent, at that young of an age and one who can play that many different instruments, apparently without any problem what-so-ever, has got to be, at the very least, a border-line Prodigy. I'm certainly not an expert on what constitutes a Prodigy and what doesn't. But it would seem to me that, people with that level of natural, God-given musical talent, are few and far between. Could you imagine, at a young age like that, realizing and/or being told, that you possess that kind of natural musical talent?

... Bill


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Ggunsailor on February 20, 2009, 08:59AM
Sixpence None The Richer. ;D


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: ina on February 20, 2009, 12:34PM
A singer from Brittany. Cecile Corbel.

She is very good.

http://www.myspace.com/cecilecorbel


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SQZ35EAeSGQ


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: jons on February 24, 2009, 07:26AM
When Popstars Dress Sense Attack

I don’t know if it has something to do with the current economical climate or if its just the time of the year, but a raft of popstars are starting to dress in some rather bizarre ways. If it is the credit crunch then Lady GaGa has an excuse; she’s not wearing many clothes to save money.

First up is the sublime Will Young.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8YB03CJwtJs (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8YB03CJwtJs)

The song is great, the lyrics are thought provoking. Unfortunately Will has taken the lyrics ‘Let It Go’ a bit too seriously. Your going to get chucked out of places if you start dressing up as Mr Incredible. It stands to reason.


Duffy - fresh from her big win at the Brits and she thinks she can get away with anything! And she can.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eQ3sCdXd70Y (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eQ3sCdXd70Y)

Yes, only Duffy can get away with wearing clothes like that while talking a short cut through a supermarket on a bike.


Vanessa Hudgens is back! Yaaaaaaaa!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wXWWjJ444js (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wXWWjJ444js)

Sneakers are good! Especially the glowing ones. They attract other people with glowing sneakers and make you all dance in synch. Cool!


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: raven_christina on February 24, 2009, 09:39AM
I've also been listening to Flogging Molly. Heh, talk about an extremes of Irish music. Celtic Woman on one end, Flogging Molly on the other. -snerk- Also, I LOVE the Dropkick Murphys!


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Trouble on February 24, 2009, 09:41AM
Oh Dropkick Murphey's are good!

Cranberries are my favorite along with Gaelic Storm! Celtic Crossroads is a good group.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: jons on March 17, 2009, 09:51AM
Here are some non-classical artists that may, just may appeal to some of the members on here:

 

(http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41bgT5GmTdL._SL500_AA280_.jpg)
 

It’s the general rule of thumb that well established artists who have a good career behind them always produce a cover album when they get older. Nothing wrong with that. Why though do the album covers always have to be in black and white? WHY, I ask you? Song’s Of Love And Loss was the first Tina Arena’s cover albums, having recently released a new one in November. The first one features a couple of Dusty Springfield songs and a Kate Bush one as well. Her voice is smooth like silk and shares the same gentle tones as Hayley Westenra.


(http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41tsbOUMtIL._SL500_AA280_.jpg)


Will is the only Lad amongst the lasses here. He is, in my opinion, the best thing to come out of a music talent show (apart from G4 and Kelly Clarkson or course!) His voice is jazzy, bluesy and emotive. The songs generally suit his voice. In fact some people don’t like Will’s voice and I’m glad I’m not one of them. I couldn’t imagine what it would be like not to like his voice. And he is such a great guy. This latest album Let It Go has some great lyrics on the songs as only Will can sing them. Utterly captivating.

 

(http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/61qSLdNtpQL._SL500_AA280_.jpg)


Some of you are probably enjoying Taylor Swift’s new album right now. And why not, it’s a great little album; Taylor has lashings of personality. However, when it comes to country music, some of us prefer the more mature woman like Dolly for instance and this lass - Lee Ann Womack.
Call Me Crazy is full of songs that Lee Ann is famous for - poignant lyrics. Country music is not all line dancing and Southern accents. However songs such as Last Call, The King Of Broken Hearts and Everything But Quits (a duet with George Strait) bring it back home that this is a country album with references to Johnny Walker Red and cheatin’ songs. Country at its best.

 
(http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51UZGeT-3zL._SL500_AA280_.jpg)


As its St Patrick’s Day today it is appropriate to mention Cara Dillon. Hill Of Thieves his her latest album of folk songs. Usually people run a mile when they hear the word ‘Folk’ and ‘Song’ in the same sentence, but that would be a big mistake if you run away from this lady. What’s going to change your mind? Her voice for one thing. Astonishing is the word. Her voice is calming, rich and subtle. The songs have all the usual Irish trappings, but its done in such away that it should appear to all. Every song on the album is superbly produced, full of detail to listen out for and has those wonderful lyrics to move you and relax. Listen to the more typical up-tempo folk and you will have your foot tapping uncontrollably. Its addictive. Aside from Hayley’s Japanese albums, music doesn’t get any better than this.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: CWFan2 on March 17, 2009, 03:09PM
Lee Ann Womack is one of my favorite Country singers. She has that 'traditional Country' sound to her voice. Along with the 'traditional Country' looks too. But, Patty Loveless will forever remain my all-time number one favorite in Country Music.

... Bill


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Delaney on March 17, 2009, 06:12PM
GELN HANSARD- he starred in the movie ONCE.
um his duet with MARKETA IRGLOVA won an oscar for best song!

um FALLING SLOWLY..good good song!
and his other song "Say it to me now" is really good!!


haha this movie actually is about these two ppl in Ireland!!! woo hoo!


5 months till im in ireland permantly!!=)


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Delaney on March 17, 2009, 06:13PM
Lee Ann Womack is one of my favorite Country singers. She has that 'traditional Country' sound to her voice. Along with the 'traditional Country' looks too. But, Patty Loveless will forever remain my all-time number one favorite in Country Music.

... Bill


Martina McBride! hands down!! ive seen her twice and she is amazing!
but i like lee-anne too!!)


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: CWFan2 on March 18, 2009, 08:01AM
I've seen Martina in concert 3 times myself and yes, she too is one of my favorites. The woman can sing! You'll get no arguement from me there!

But Lee Ann has that real traditional 'country sound' to her voice. (Kinda like Tammy Wynette).

And Patty, coming out of the coal-mining hills of eastern Kentucky (Pikeville, KY) blows all others away with her 'Mountain voice'. (Ya know she has two cousins, albeit distant cousins, by the names of Crystal Gayle and Loretta Lynn)? And Loretta, of course, was the original Coal Miner's Daughter. Patty hails from the same region and the same lineage. Get her "Mountain Soul" album. And her Christmas album "Bluegrass And White Snow". She's completely, totally, 100% authentic. (I've seen Patty in concert 3 times too).

BTW ... Don't forget that Martina's new album "Shine" releases next Tuesday (03/24/09).

... Bill


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: btimerson on March 18, 2009, 06:59PM
I did a quick search and didn't find this.  Leslie Mills singing "Before the Night Ends".  Very nice.  Words and music. 
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8kT7-J6RHgQ

Brad T


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Sorgi on March 20, 2009, 10:57AM
I can't wait to browse through this thread I'm always on the lookout for good music suggestion.

I'll drop a couple of my current faves, if anyone likes Classical/Spanish guitar a friend recently turned me on to Andres Segovia and Ottmar Liebert....fantastic instrumental music.

Also, at the risk of revealing myself a complete nerd the Battlestar Galactica Soundtracks are amazing, all the music is originally recorded for the show, it's almost entirely instrumental a very tribal/world music flavor, the few songs with lyrics are sung in Latin, Irish and Armenian off the top of my head.  Anyway the music is fantastic alot of percussion and strings it's one of my must listens.

I think someone else posted this YouTube of "Wander my Friends", but I can't find it on the forum so here's the relink :
Someone tracked down a translation and posted it with the video

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bx0NSHME4N0 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bx0NSHME4N0)

Stargate Atlantis has one called "Beyond the night"  (the person who uploaded the video used a german disc so for a few seconds you have German before the song starts) 

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m8FaP5cnJbs (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m8FaP5cnJbs)



Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: zankoku on March 20, 2009, 05:30PM
Shiraz Tilley (Raz) had a demo album on itunes. I think she is going to be a keeper.

Jim


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: jons on March 22, 2009, 09:11AM
I think I wasted some money on Jazz singer Melody Gardot. It was after watching the Paul O'Grady show (on uk tv) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vLF68GEw9W8 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vLF68GEw9W8). In the interview she is an incredible sweet and gentle woman. Her voice is sublime. so I download her album from Itunes. Unfortunately it was one of those rare times when the songs just don't do it for me (the song in the video is the best on on the album). I was a bit disappointed with her take on' Over The Rainbow' (Mind you, it does have a few good sound effect at the beginning to test your stereo imaging).

I've give it a few more listens to see if I can get used to the songs.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: OldFatGuy on March 22, 2009, 09:33AM
Shiraz Tilley (Raz) had a demo album on itunes. I think she is going to be a keeper.

Jim
I agree, Raz is very good.  You can hear samples on her MySpace page at http://www.myspace.com/shiraztilley (http://www.myspace.com/shiraztilley).


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: jons on March 22, 2009, 10:01AM
This is a song from Tina Arena's second cover album: http://www.imeem.com/chansons/music/zeSTJ2JD/tina-arena-downtown/ (http://www.imeem.com/chansons/music/zeSTJ2JD/tina-arena-downtown/)

Is that not beautiful? The song was originally sung by Petula Clark.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: OldFatGuy on April 08, 2009, 03:38PM
Celtic Collections has a new artist named Cathy Maguire.  She toured with The High Kings, and she's releasing her first solo CD this month.  She's a very talented young lady.  (http://www.ropescorner.com/cw/click_here.gif) (http://www.celticcollections.com/product/artists/CCCD950) for more information and clips from her album.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: BLUESTARMAN on April 09, 2009, 03:35AM
In between I'm listening to Dire Straits.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: jons on April 09, 2009, 06:53AM
Speaking of Country singers, this artist was on a promotional version of the new Sony X Walkman:

(http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/61Jn9ZwWHeL._SL500_AA280_.jpg)

Brittany McDonald. It didn't look real to me - the name Brittany and the song title 'Another Wannabe'. It looked more like a mock up. But she was real. Way back in March 2008 real in fact.

She is like a more mature Taylor Swift. The songs on the five track EP are funny and charming at the same time. I can't believe I missed her.

http://www.myspace.com/brittanymcdonaldmusic (http://www.myspace.com/brittanymcdonaldmusic)



Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jim M. on April 24, 2009, 01:53PM
The Moody Blues will be touring the US and Canada this year, starting in Arizona and California in July.  The schedule is on their official web site:
www.moodyblues.co.uk/


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: 07-sara on April 27, 2009, 03:06PM
Celtic Collections has a new artist named Cathy Maguire.  She toured with The High Kings, and she's releasing her first solo CD this month.  She's a very talented young lady.  (http://www.ropescorner.com/cw/click_here.gif) (http://www.celticcollections.com/product/artists/CCCD950) for more information and clips from her album.

Cathy is a very very talented artist.  I got her CD in the mail today and it's fantastic from start to finish. 
On a side note 2 of the 3 artists who sing backing vocals you've probably heard of:  Ann Myler, Helen Kelly, and Ise Downes. 


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: OldFatGuy on May 03, 2009, 07:34AM
"A new album of romantic love songs from Cathy Maguire is set to capture ears and hearts............"

More from Independent.ie (http://www.independent.ie/entertainment/music/cathy-hits-wuthering-musical-heights-1727344.html)


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: DirtyDiamond on May 03, 2009, 09:50AM
Ireland has great musicians! Anyone here likes Enya?


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: MaryNorth93 on May 03, 2009, 12:45PM
Ireland has great musicians! Anyone here likes Enya?

Oh, yeah  :D She is great. I adore her voice. It's a real power to make your voice so mystical. She, Loreena Mckennit & Órla are so able to do that    ;D

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rLhFMW8nZSI&feature=PlayList&p=0F0AC30069A83C66&index=4

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TcbFDmLEYHQ&feature=related

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=goKLnMbnidU ~ I think Book of Days would be a really good song for CW. They already prooved to make something very special from Enya's songs. Órla has to sing this, maybe? :)

Speaking of Loreena Mckennit... http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FDw3CyOmj20&feature=related
                                               http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S2CFM4ev-g8

Her voice is so amazing mystical. When I heard Méav's voice of Dante's Prayer it was nice to hear it from another voice... But Dante's Prayer is Loreena's song  :)

Another really good Irish band is Blackmore's Night.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JvJwEu9ghvM

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0pSYRLZj8xs&feature=related

I've read the whole topic.. You're right Diamond. Ireland is just a source of great musicians  8)



                                             


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Ggunsailor on May 03, 2009, 01:09PM
I'm not sure if anyone's mentioned The Chieftains, but I love them.  :)
And they're fans of the girls!  ;D


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: SusanZ on May 03, 2009, 06:05PM
I have really gotten into listening to Sarah Brightman recently. I keep playing her "Time to Say Goodbye" cd over and over. It' s very relaxing and the music is beautiful.




Zee


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: DirtyDiamond on May 04, 2009, 01:37AM
Ireland has great musicians! Anyone here likes Enya?

Oh, yeah  :D She is great. I adore her voice. It's a real power to make your voice so mystical. She, Loreena Mckennit & Órla are so able to do that    ;D

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rLhFMW8nZSI&feature=PlayList&p=0F0AC30069A83C66&index=4

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TcbFDmLEYHQ&feature=related

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=goKLnMbnidU ~ I think Book of Days would be a really good song for CW. They already prooved to make something very special from Enya's songs. Órla has to sing this, maybe? :)

Speaking of Loreena Mckennit... http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FDw3CyOmj20&feature=related
                                               http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S2CFM4ev-g8

Her voice is so amazing mystical. When I heard Méav's voice of Dante's Prayer it was nice to hear it from another voice... But Dante's Prayer is Loreena's song  :)

Another really good Irish band is Blackmore's Night.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JvJwEu9ghvM

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0pSYRLZj8xs&feature=related

I've read the whole topic.. You're right Diamond. Ireland is just a source of great musicians  8)



                                             


The girls could also do some other Enya songs, there are a lot of them. And you're right, Orla would be the best choice for this!


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: ina on May 18, 2009, 12:13PM
„Women of Ireland“ are a new irish music formation. You can hear a song from them here. http://www.women-of-ireland.com/index.php

This are the myspace sides of the artists from Women of Ireland:

Denise Brennan http://www.myspace.com/denisebrennan

Michelle Lally  http://www.myspace.com/michellelallysong

Ingrid Madsen http://www.myspace.com/ingridmadsen

Athena Tergis http://www.myspace.com/athenatergis

Fiona Collins- A dancer . (can´t find a webside)



Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Don S on May 18, 2009, 12:33PM
Ireland has great musicians! Anyone here likes Enya?

Oh, yes..  Lots and Lots of Enya in my music library.

--
Don


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Kevin R.I. on May 18, 2009, 01:09PM
I love Enya! When I saw CW on PBS years ago, I immediately recognized Orinoco Flow then I was hooked.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Bluefire on May 18, 2009, 01:17PM
Enya, Loreena McKinnett, and Lisa Gerrard all grace my music collection.   ;D


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Kevin R.I. on May 18, 2009, 01:43PM
If you enjoy good Irish fiddle music(and who on this forum doesn`t?), there`s Cora and Breda Smyth.Cora is the one with Mairead on the Lord of the Dance Youtube video.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: OldFatGuy on May 25, 2009, 11:49AM
There's something in the water in Ireland.  How else can you explain the amount of talent coming out of the Emerald Isle?  Check out Cathy Maguire's latest video at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3erKuQdVv0A (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3erKuQdVv0A).


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Emily! on May 25, 2009, 11:52AM
There's something in the water in Ireland.  How else can you explain the amount of talent coming out of the Emerald Isle?  Check out Cathy Maguire's latest video at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3erKuQdVv0A (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3erKuQdVv0A).

She just started following me on Twitter. I'm gonna have to check her out!


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: 07-sara on May 25, 2009, 12:05PM
I think that's probably the song that I play the most.  Her CD is absolutely amazing!!!!!!!


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Lisaholic on May 25, 2009, 12:26PM
Quote
Ireland has great musicians! Anyone here likes Enya?

Oh, yes..  Lots and Lots of Enya in my music library.

Me, too!  Been listening to Enya since the 80's...and never stopped!  When I was pregnant with both of my boys (1991 & 1997) I listened to Enya constantly...and it kept my blood pressure down...and as my boys have grown up, they have a lovely appreciation for Enya as well as Celtic Woman!  I just love "beautiful/dreamy" music!

Here's a lovely lady as well...Her name is Laura Turner and my favorite song of hers is "Soul Deep"
 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZYUGlEaeS5s (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZYUGlEaeS5s)
She sings a couple of beautiful duets also...that even though I can't understand the language she's singing in, it requires kleenex nearby.  Very beautiful music.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: OldFatGuy on May 25, 2009, 02:13PM
You can follow Cathy Maguire on Twitter at http://twitter.com/CathyMaguirexox (http://twitter.com/CathyMaguirexox).


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: MaryNorth93 on May 26, 2009, 11:07AM
I wanted to share this video. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7HPQJEqWHAM

Tommy Fleming is a fantastic Irish singer, and those pictures are so good for it...  :)


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Maggie on May 26, 2009, 11:46AM
Here's a friend of Rich's....Luan Parle, from Wicklow. I haven't read all 18 pages of this thread, so I don't know if she has been mentioned.
She is a sweet, kind lady who gave some of her CDs and signed pictures to send to the 1st Cavalry Troops,
when our friend Col. Allen was in Baghdad.
On this YouTube clip, she is in an unusual setting - a boxing match in Castlebar County Mayo.
She is singing Amhrán na bhFiann, the Irish National Anthem.
By the way, the Irishman won!  :D

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lMJroF-1_5o


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Kelli on May 26, 2009, 12:04PM
I wanted to share this video. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7HPQJEqWHAM

Tommy Fleming is a fantastic Irish singer, and those pictures are so good for it...  :)

Thanks for posting this!  I have a cassette tape that I bought on a trip to Ireland in 2000 by Tommy Fleming.  I love his voice!


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: lisalover7 (LL7) on May 26, 2009, 01:40PM
Flogging Molly


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: OldFatGuy on May 27, 2009, 10:43AM
Sarah McLachlan will be appearing tonight with Jay Leno.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Bluefire on May 27, 2009, 10:50AM
Sarah McLachlan will be appearing tonight with Jay Leno.

If I'm home in time, I'll try to catch it (Wed. is girl's night for dinner)


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: DirtyDiamond on May 27, 2009, 02:02PM
Quote
Ireland has great musicians! Anyone here likes Enya?

Oh, yes..  Lots and Lots of Enya in my music library.

Me, too!  Been listening to Enya since the 80's...and never stopped!  When I was pregnant with both of my boys (1991 & 1997) I listened to Enya constantly...and it kept my blood pressure down...and as my boys have grown up, they have a lovely appreciation for Enya as well as Celtic Woman!  I just love "beautiful/dreamy" music!

Enya is awesome!  :D


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: lisalover7 (LL7) on May 27, 2009, 07:57PM
Craig Ferguson is always making fun of Enya and I love it...I'm always having to explain the jokes to my mom....


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Bookworm on June 15, 2009, 09:42PM
I just discovered Hayley Griffiths. Here is her myspace http://www.myspace.com/hayleygriffiths and her website http://hayleygriffiths.com. She sounds amazing! She sings with LOTD also, but in T1.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: OldFatGuy on June 16, 2009, 03:06PM
Just received a call from WLVT, PBS39, serving the Lehigh Valley in PA.  Celtic Thunder will be appearing in concert at the Susquehanna Bank Center in Camden, NJ at 8 PM on Friday, October 16.  They are offering a pair of premium seats plus a CD for $225, or the tickets alone for $180.  Anyone interested can contact Janet from 5 to 9 PM Eastern time Monday through Thursday, at 610-867-4677 ext 129.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: zankoku on June 16, 2009, 03:48PM
This forum is amazing. Besides our lovely ladies and the HG and CT, We have learne about Luan Parle, Siobhan Owen and Shraz Tilley among others.

I am definitley a fan of Raz and Siobhan. That young lady hasn't even hit the top of her game and she is fabulous.

Jim


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Inga on June 16, 2009, 10:49PM
The Celtic Tenors have uploaded a lot of new videos

www.youtube.com/watch?v=d7pl1Khi1rQ&feature=channel (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d7pl1Khi1rQ&feature=channel)


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Bluefire on June 17, 2009, 10:53AM
"Chess in Concert" on PBS starting tonight

http://www.chessinconcert.com/ (http://www.chessinconcert.com/)

Josh Groban, Idina Menzel, Adam Pascal, David Bedella, Kerry Ellis, Clarke Peters, and Marti Pellow.  
Yeah, this is what I'll be watching tonight.  :D

 7:00p tonight for my area.  Check your listings.
Otherwise, the DVD is on Amazon:
http://www.amazon.com/Chess-Concert-Josh-Groban/dp/B0028SVXVM/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=music&qid=1245258034&sr=8-1 (http://www.amazon.com/Chess-Concert-Josh-Groban/dp/B0028SVXVM/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=music&qid=1245258034&sr=8-1)


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: OldFatGuy on July 06, 2009, 07:23AM
Perpetuum Jazzile is an a cappella jazz choir from Slovenia.  This video is their amazing interpretation of the 80s hit Africa, by Toto.  They even supply their own sound effects.  Check it out.  And thanks Gary for sending me the link.

http://videos.komando.com/2009/06/18/african-thunderstorm/ (http://videos.komando.com/2009/06/18/african-thunderstorm/)


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Ganconagh on July 06, 2009, 02:46PM
Don't forget these artists:
 Loreena McKennitt
 Connie Dover
 Mary Black
 Mychael and Jeff Danna
 Steve McDonald
 Blackmore's Night (yeah, Richie Blackmore from Deep Purple)

Oh, You're absolutely right about Perpetuum Jazzile!


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: BlueFawn on July 06, 2009, 03:45PM
Oh I love Mychael Danna, the Ararat soundtrack is fantastic!


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Don S on July 07, 2009, 11:50AM
And then there's the really unusual groups like Wolgemut  ( http://www.wolgemut.net (http://www.wolgemut.net) )

They are a pretty unique group of minstrel's that do Medieval and Renaissance music (both traditional and themed).

--
Don


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Lisaholic on July 20, 2009, 02:45PM
OMG-OMG-OMG!!!!!!

That.Was.AMAZING!!!!

When I was a little girl...verrrry little...when my parents were still together (etc, etc...) we'd make our "own" music like this when we'd go on road trips!!!  My dad would start...then my mom would join in...then my older brother...then ME!  No radio...just US!  That's always been an awesome "childhood memory" of mine...**sigh**  And I've shared this with my kids!  (My older one thinks I'm "nuts" but my youngest one still loves it---and is an amazing "beat-boxer" himself!)

When I was in jr. high...Africa was a popular song...and one of my favorites!  The high school band played it at football games...and it was so beautiful that would almost make me CRY everytime I'd hear it!  When I got to high school, we begged the band director to let us play it, also.  And wow...that's awesome music to play in a band...I got chills every time I played it!

I haven't hear that song in years, now...

WOW...what an amazing performance!  TOTALLY touched my heart, for sure!  I got chills and teary-eyed watching it!

THANKS SO MUCH FOR POSTING THIS!!!!!!

Cindy :)


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: 07-sara on July 20, 2009, 02:46PM
You should check out Don Mescall, you'll recognize him for co-producing Lynn's album but he's an outstanding artist in his own right.


http://www.myspace.com/donmescall

www.donmescall.com


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Natalia on July 24, 2009, 10:55PM
well besides cw im a huge fan of the police.
and I really love nevershoutnever and whitney houston, and many more.
i enjoy anuna as well.

and I think Adam lambert from American Idol is very amazing


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: OldFatGuy on July 30, 2009, 03:30PM
Great article about Marina V in today's Washington Post (http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2009/07/29/AR2009072901539.html).


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Où est le lait de soja? on August 23, 2009, 10:16AM
So I just came across this...this was one of my friends from highschool...she just updated her music page on myspace....


she's pretty good..she has a very Tim Buronesque sound.  A lullaby is really good.

http://www.myspace.com/ansbkmusic (http://www.myspace.com/ansbkmusic)









Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: biruta on August 23, 2009, 03:58PM
I like
1-irish/celtic music-carrantuohill,Enya,Clannad and many others
2-Adiemus,Era
3-many polish singers-Z.Wodecki,Grzegorz Turnau...


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Michon on August 23, 2009, 04:14PM
ive been listening to alot of bands lately such as:
Forever The Sickest Kids
The Maine
Parachute
Owl City
Fall Out Boy
Hedly
Five Times August(been listening to them alot as well)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kyRH_01EjiA&feature=channel_page (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kyRH_01EjiA&feature=channel_page) -check this song out by Parachute,its a sad song but its really good


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: shankdee on August 24, 2009, 07:35AM
 ;) Has anyone seen the Chris Botti show?  he plays an amazing trumpet....
    Josh Groban and Sting sang a duet which was pretty cool....


shankdee


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Rosie Allen on August 24, 2009, 01:20PM
I've kind of gotten back into Eva Cassidy again...I really like her style and what
she does to a song.  I remember loving her rendition of "Fields of Gold" years ago.
It's ashame we've lost such a talent...but she lives on in her music! 


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: XenaLin on August 24, 2009, 01:29PM
I can really recommend (if noone has already) a Norwegian solo artist named Sissel. She's huge here in Scandinavia and her native Norway. I've been more or less in love with her for the past 20 years. She's amazing. My dad once described her singing as 'she sings so the angels cry' or something like it. It's a great description. For those of you who don't know, she's also the voice behind the movie Titanic. She's the haunting voice in the background.

Anoter version of The Prayer (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HU9STA8eJdE)

Another version of Shenandoah (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N5grgB-dV2o&feature=related)


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: RMNP_Hiker on August 26, 2009, 08:08PM
Speaking of Norwegians.
Katzenjammer. Amazingly talented, great voices, more fun on stage than any band I've ever seen, and sooooooooooo cute.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xr6vbtdfMJM (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xr6vbtdfMJM)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5asXDXMlLLU&feature=related (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5asXDXMlLLU&feature=related)
Oh yeah, they hang out with the fans.
(http://www.geocities.com/rmnphiker/katz1.jpg)


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Cash on September 03, 2009, 05:18AM
Mediaeval Baebes are here in town Friday night. Its an unusal venue. Some type of arts center I never heard of. NOT the typical perfomring arts venue. It may even be outdoors in a park area, which means its gonna rain for sure Friday night since I want to go!  :D But its only like a mile away. Plus its only $5! Cant beat the price.

I have done some research on the Baebes and watched some YouTube stuff. But if anyone has an opinion on them, please let me know. It seems they are fairly well known and established, yet why play at a lesser known venue for almost free?      Seems strange.  :-\   ???


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Enchanted on September 03, 2009, 04:38PM
I know they have been mentioned in this thread before, but I really like The Corrs.  I especially love this video:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2FrSsF7SJm4 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2FrSsF7SJm4)

According to the description, they are playing "to 43,000 fans at Lansdowne Road, Dublin's old Rugby fields in 2000."  The part from 2:30 to 2:50 brings me to tears.  The audience shows their love for the band by singing, quite well if I may add, the lyrics when Andrea Corr stops.  That moment, and her response, touched me more than any other musical performace I have seen that did not have Celtic Woman on stage.  I wish I knew how to touch Celtic Woman's hearts this much during a show and let them know how much we love them.  Okay, I'll stop with the mushy stuff now.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: shankdee on September 03, 2009, 05:33PM
 ;)  Anybody on Forum a  Chris Botti fan???


    One note: There is a beautiful outdoor Theater in Oregon...Southern Oregon, I think...
    and we were all seated in the beautiful out of doors in the evening time....and one of the songs
    was "We'll all go together  to pull the Wild Mountain Thyme...all around the Purple heather....
           will ye, go, Laddie?  Go?...it was so beautiful and they sang it for quite a while...one of the
           most beautiful group songs I have ever heard...and they would point to different sections and
           tell the others to hum....so beautiful...and I cannot remember the artist's that evening...but won't
           forget the beautiful song..

shankdee


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Où est le lait de soja? on September 05, 2009, 07:26PM
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J37wGbbshkI (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J37wGbbshkI)

Mairin Fahy and her entourage.  (all amazing)






~Mel.






Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Natalia on September 06, 2009, 01:18PM
The Police,The Killers,Whitney Houston,Taylow Swift.
many others.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: LISAFAN4EVER on September 06, 2009, 03:38PM
I enjoy Enya, Andrea Bocelli, Yanni, Bette Midler, Celine Dion, and others.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Katharine on September 12, 2009, 08:33PM
An artist I really love is Imogen Heap.  I'm sure some of you have heard of her.  She used to be in a group called the Frou Frou.  I first heard her in "The Holiday," one of my all-time favorite movies.  They played a song called "Just for Now" and "Let Go."  "Let Go" is such an amazing song.  She is one of those that, when you first hear the songs, you think, "Man that was weird."  But, let me tell, she is addicting!  Her song "Hide and Seek" is really weird.  My sister first heard it and then had me listen to it.  I thought it was so strange.  The next thing I know, I can't stop listening to it!!  We got one of our friends addicted to it, too!  If you ever have the time, you should definitely look her up.  Listen to "Let Go!!!!"   :) 


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Sorgi on September 22, 2009, 06:48PM
A live version of "Wander my Friends" from what Jim would call GINO (That would be Sci-Fi's Battlestar Galactica; or is that Siffy now?).  Part of the concert series they came up with to display some of the music (yes video and photos were allowed, even encouraged)

They also have an interesting version of "All Along the Watchtower"

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4l1rWjn4fS8&feature=related (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4l1rWjn4fS8&feature=related)


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: ferngully on September 23, 2009, 04:06AM
going back to the norwegien musical scene, i REALLY recommend christine guldbrandsen. she reminds me a bit of lynn in her singing. you can only find her cds on her site. listen to the excerpts on her site, she's got some lovely songs

http://translate.google.co.uk/translate?hl=en&sl=no&u=http://www.christine.bz/&ei=0fK5SpGUHM6ZjAes9rnvBQ&sa=X&oi=translate&resnum=1&ct=result&prev=/search%3Fq%3Dchristine%2Bguldbrandsen%26hl%3Den%26client%3Dfirefox-a%26channel%3Ds%26rls%3Dorg.mozilla:en-GB:official%26hs%3DZpj%26sa%3DG


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: ferngully on September 23, 2009, 04:27AM
also as i was threading back through the topic, i noticed someone mentioned some older singers like nat king cole and frank sinatra. one older singer i'm listening to a lot is lena horne, hoping that someone likes her too.
also i will put some other recommendations on here. i love ishtar, a middle eastern singer who sings a fusion of french, spanish, herbew and arabic. she is one of my favourites, i really recommend her. she has fabulous songs

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nJn5lmnQhdE

also, simply red. i love their songs. this is one of my recent favourites

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cVlnZVWT7ao


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jim M. on September 23, 2009, 05:28PM
Roger Williams - "Somewhere in Time" theme - by John Barry - Instrumental.   http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rf8C_fkEXqQ


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jim M. on September 23, 2009, 06:08PM
Frank Chacksfield - "Looking for Space" - by John Denver - Instrumental - nice video.  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3aJwFSYSSW0


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: GTinker1986 on October 03, 2009, 09:57AM
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OI1TGrkNUmg


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: aholinka on October 30, 2009, 01:39PM
As a former model and actress (e.g. MariMar, Rosalinda) "Thalia" meanwhile is in Latin-America, Asia and the United States a mega-star. Unfortunately in Europe and especially Germany almost nobody takes notice of her. Due to this reason it's very hard to get one of her overwhelming CDs or DVDs in this countries.

At my 'YouTube-Chanel (http://www.youtube.com/aholinka)' I've set up a playlist with some assorted video-clips about her that should reflect Thalia's repertory and mettle. For myself "No Me Ensenaste (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x5Eyldmr1B0)" will always the best what she ever had done and published!

I would be very happy, and of course Thalia too, if there'll be some people find the way to her 'Official Site (http://www.thalia.com/)'. There're lots of actual informations and background infos about this unique mexican multi-talent!

Axel


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: LISAFAN4EVER on October 30, 2009, 02:43PM
Has anyone heard of the Trans-Siberian Orchestra? I came across them on Amazon and can't quite make up my mind about them. I kinda like them.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Lanti SF on October 30, 2009, 03:18PM
I've only heard their version of Carol of the Bells


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: OldFatGuy on October 30, 2009, 03:23PM
Has anyone heard of the Trans-Siberian Orchestra? I came across them on Amazon and can't quite make up my mind about them. I kinda like them.
They've been mentioned often on our forum.

http://celticwomanforum.com/index.php?topic=2414.msg80463#msg80463 (http://celticwomanforum.com/index.php?topic=2414.msg80463#msg80463)

http://celticwomanforum.com/index.php?topic=833.msg106037#msg106037 (http://celticwomanforum.com/index.php?topic=833.msg106037#msg106037)

http://celticwomanforum.com/index.php?topic=2494.msg81330#msg81330 (http://celticwomanforum.com/index.php?topic=2494.msg81330#msg81330)


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Lanti SF on October 30, 2009, 03:28PM
Has anyone on the forum heard of Jay Chou (popular in Asia) or Luo Dayou (from the 80's)?


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: CWFan2 on October 30, 2009, 03:50PM
I've only heard their version of Carol of the Bells
They're actually, quite amazing.

... Bill


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: LISAFAN4EVER on October 30, 2009, 03:52PM
Thanks for the links, Rich.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: shankdee on November 02, 2009, 08:19AM
 ;) Those are some cool tatoos!!!


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Lisa and Helen fanatic on November 02, 2009, 01:07PM
I'm not sure if other members have said this or not but I like Michael Buble.  He's very talented. :)


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Texas Celtic Girl on November 02, 2009, 01:39PM
 I really like a  talented young Artist from Israel named Yael Naim. You may recognize her song " A New Soul" http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XgEfYGzojcA&feature=fvw (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XgEfYGzojcA&feature=fvw)   from the Macbook commercial.
 Another lovely song is "Far,Far"   http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ajcRFpJBLQ8 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ajcRFpJBLQ8)

Colbie Callait is another artist I enjoy. Her song "Bubbly",has garnered some attention in the pop scene.
 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2PWfB4lurT4 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2PWfB4lurT4)


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Shywolf(Craig) on November 06, 2009, 12:29PM
I saw the ad in local magazine for this Irish group to be performing at the college near me on Dec. 4

http://www.celticgrove.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=92&Itemid=2

http://www.danu.net/

http://www.canyons.edu/offices/pio/canyonspac/danuvideo.html


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Inga on November 07, 2009, 03:36PM
David Garrett, german-american violinist

www.youtube.com/watch?v=erO4Hq5Spr0 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=erO4Hq5Spr0)

www.youtube.com/watch?v=tWrzNsxhiGA (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tWrzNsxhiGA)

www.david-garrett.com (http://www.david-garrett.com)


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Lisa and Helen fanatic on November 07, 2009, 03:41PM
I really enjoy the group Superchic[k].  They're kinda punkish, especially when they started out but they're great and really motivational. :)


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Texas Celtic Girl on November 08, 2009, 08:42PM
I really enjoy the group Superchic[k].  They're kinda punkish, especially when they started out but they're great and really motivational. :)
;D they're pretty awesome


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Cash on November 19, 2009, 06:28AM
Be on the lookout on Nov 23rd. Thats when a new CD of a brand new high profile artist is scheduled for release!

From the Artist
" I am convinced that music really is the universal language of beauty which can bring together all people of good will on earth" - Pope Benedict XVI

Yeap...the Pope has a CD! According to Amazon, the regular CD with 8 tracks will be $14, while the deluxe edition will include a 20 minute DVD and cost $23. I read somewhere that the Pope actually has a good voice. And I enjoy Gregorian chants a lot, though I usually relax to them when I cant sleep. But I would be interested in hearing more about it, if any of you buy it and review it. I am gonna wait at first and see what others say about this before jumping and buying.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Ggunsailor on November 19, 2009, 09:11AM
I'm not sure if other members have said this or not but I like Michael Buble.  He's very talented. :)
My little sister loves him!


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: celticfan1973 on November 19, 2009, 10:43AM
Moya Brennan is a brilliant singer, and harpist. She was is a former member of Clannad. Here is some info on her:

"When you walk the windswept hills and endless beaches of Donegal it all makes sense. Timeless, elemental and carried heavenwards in soulful breath, Moya's voice reaches out to the farthest places but still touches the soul. She sings with an angel's voice, arousing a passion in every listener. Her music refreshes and heals, exciting the senses, bringing a sense of calm to tired hearts. Always fresh, forever just a dream away Moya captures the essence of her homeland in all its cascading beauty, mystery and contradictions. Yet she sings from the heart to a world where hope, faith and joy are not just a dream."


Yes, it all makes sense and there are elements of these qualities in many of the world's great singers. Yet it is astounding that her voice goes from strength to strength. She stands as an Irish icon with the world as her stage. In her music making, Moya has never been content to nestle within comfortable boundaries. From an early age she trod the boards with her father Leo in the dance halls, then became fixated with the likes of Joni Mitchell and the Beach Boys before going on to share, with her band Clannad, an enlightening discovery of the extraordinary wealth of Celtic history and melody on her doorstep. Clannad sent tremors through the world of traditional music. With Harry's Game they took the Irish language and its melodies to places that it had never been before. Top of the Pops, major record contracts and world tours. The accolades followed -Ivor Novello and BAFTA awards plus, after several nominations, a Grammy award in 1999. Their music was fresh, vibrant and progressive.Alongside all of this, Moya has developed an individuality which has already shown itself in her expanding body of work. When an artist's career can often be measured in months, hers spans decades. Through this clamorous journey, through school halls, folk clubs, festivals, discos, churches, the world's most renowned concert halls she has travelled purposefully and always focused. The power of her whispered tones and the beauty of her music touch the soul. Gently, yet persistently, her songs and her music are redefining Irish music.

Moya's albums and comments:

Máire (1992)

“My first solo album. After years of teamwork here I was at last with my own blank canvas. Both daunting and exciting. I was 8 months pregnant when I finished in the studio so those last few days were touch and go. I’d come across Calum’s (my co-producer) name through his work with The Blue Nile. Great musicality and loads of dramatic space. I’d known Donal (the other co-producer) for years and regarded him as the godfather of contemporary Irish traditional music! Calum, Donal and I inspired each other to produce an album which took my background as a starting point but spread its wings to incorporate influences from a lot of the ‘world’ music – African, Bulgarian, Asian and others- that I was listening to at the time. My sisters (we call ourselves The Jeannettes when we’re messing around) had the time of their lives and provided the album with the unique feel that only a Brennan party in full swing can achieve!”

Misty Eyed Adventures (1993)

"Back to Scotland for my second album. Thrilled to be working with Calum and Donal again - and of course the lure of the North Berwick coast. One song, The Days of the Dancing, was inspired by my father, Leo, who often talks of those glorious times when he was touring with his show band. The village halls would be packed to the gills on a weekend night, men on one side of the room, ladies on the other, all decked out in their best and eyeing each other nervously waiting for someone to make the first move. Having recorded the lullaby, Oró, for my baby girl on my first solo album the title track of this one, Misty Eyed Adventures, was written for my son, barely a year old and facing all the world had to throw at him."

Prefect Time (1998)

“Another big step for me. Having explored sounds and influences from around the world it was now time to delve into my faith and, particularly, how it figured in my home country. Many see Celtic spirituality as a mix of pagan and New Age traditions. I was keen to highlight the distinct Christian origins of our cultural heritage. Not just St. Patrick but the emphasis placed in Celtic Christianity on the wonders of creation and the simple beauty of what surrounds us in fuelling our passions. As the millennium came to a close I saw Ireland standing at a crossroads. Now, more than ever before, a healing heart was needed. I’d worked with Denis (my producer for both Perfect Time and Whisper to the Wild Water) with Clannad and also on the Irish Football squad’s World Cup anthem for Italia 90! Consequently, he understood the ethereals and we still managed to maintain a down-to-earthness which carried us through more than a few late nights.”

Whisper To The Wild Water (1999)

“After Perfect Time I talked to so many people about the uncanny spiritual quality that Irish music has and how it touches the soul in a way that no other music can quite do. Sometimes mournful yet full of hope, it captures sadness at a point where the only place to go is upwards. The spirit of days gone by which took the Irish abroad, to carry hope in the world, lives on.”

Two Horizons (20003)

"I wanted to do something here that I have never attempted before. Tell a story. I was very lucky to have been able to work with Ross who allowed the time and space to explore ideas fully without having to rush on to the next thing. The story of the harp grew from a number of directions. First, I wanted to reflect an Irish theme. Second, I found myself writing more and more in the studio with my harp (an absolute pleasure having relied on mostly keyboards before). And lastly, I became fascinated with the way harp music is a strong cultural tradition in many parts of the world and always has a peaceful, transcendental beauty about it. This has been the most ambitious but satisfying piece of work I have ever done."

An Irish Christmas (2005-2006)

‘An Irish Christmas’ charts a different course, reviewing the Christmas story through a blend of new tracks and leftfield favourites. From ‘God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen’ to ‘In The Bleak Midwinter’, Moya reworks the classics with an intimacy that restores the personal and the passionate to what have become mumbled, half-remembered musical yarns. The listener is placed in the front row of the ultimate nativity opera. According to Moya, the idea for the album first came to her some time ago: “I’ve been involved in number of other people’s Christmas projects in recent years,” explains Moya, “but I wanted to capture a truly Celtic Christmas feeling.” “It’s always important to bring the meaning of Christmas to the fore. It is the essence of what I believe in and the album offers both celebration and reflection on that familiar theme.”

Signature (2006)

Signature looks back over a life less ordinary and portrays Moya's experiences through a collection of twelve superb tracks. Musically sharp and finely tuned, the album cleverly treads a fine line between the contemporary and the traditional while Moya emerges as a skilled songwriter with a global ear. In true Irish tradition, many of the songs have that bittersweet flavour - so this is no rose-tinted retrospective. Rather, Signature is a series of snapshots of Moya’s life – each chosen moment launches a lyrical reflection - which, when all woven together, produce a tapestry of contrasting colours and emotions.

Heart Strings (2008)

Heart Strings is Moya’s first ever live solo recording and features the prodigious talents of the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra. Recorded at the Liverpool Philharmonic Hall and in Germany in October 2007 the thirteen tracks include three classic songs from Moya’s days as the voice of Clannad, including ‘Harry’s Game’, ‘I Will Find You’ and ‘In A Lifetime’. Drawing on Moya’s recent solo work with tracks like ‘Tapestry’ and ‘Sailing Away’ – tracks that showcase both her skill at crafting evocative moments and her prodigious band’s skilful musicianship - the live show recording underlines just why Moya is known as the First Lady of Celtic music. Moya was thrilled to work with Julie Feeney who both scored the orchestral arrangements and conducted on the night.

More about Moya Brennan at her site http://www.moyabrennan.com (http://www.moyabrennan.com)


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Katharine on November 19, 2009, 02:37PM
I'm not sure if other members have said this or not but I like Michael Buble.  He's very talented. :)
My little sister loves him!

I like him, too!  I love Frank Sinatra, and he sings a lot of his songs!!  And, Bobby Darin!!!  All awesome singers!!!! 


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Lanti SF on November 19, 2009, 03:03PM
Have any of you heard of Dierks Bentley's version of Distant Shore?



Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: MaryNorth93 on January 17, 2010, 09:03AM
Have any of you heard of Dierks Bentley's version of Distant Shore?



Yep. He has a amazing voice. The first time I saw the link to the video I thought: 'did their exists more versions of Órla's Distant Shore?' Luckily not, but both are amazing  :D


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Katharine on January 17, 2010, 11:52AM
How about Edith Piaf anyone?  Last year, a friend of mine was taking a french course and was required to watch a movie to write a paper on.  The professor had picked a few movies they had to choose from.  One of them was La Vie En Rose.  Well, my friend asked Kris and I if we'd watch it with him, and we did.  It was really good and I absolutely loved the music!!  So, just recently, I bought the soundtrack off of iTunes.  Most of the recordings they used in the movie were really Edith Piaf's recordings.  My favorite song is La Vie En Rose, followed closely by Non, Je Ne Regrette Rien.  The whole soundtrack is amazing, and I have seen plenty of albums for Edith Piaf in case you'd rather have those.  I would recommend the movie, though--it was really interesting!!!


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: OldFatGuy on January 17, 2010, 11:55AM
How about Edith Piaf anyone?
The Little Sparrow.  One of my all time favorites.  All 4' 8" of her.   :D


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Katharine on January 17, 2010, 11:57AM
How about Edith Piaf anyone?
The Little Sparrow.  One of my all time favorites.  All 4' 8" of her.   :D

CW will always be my number one, but Edith Piaf is right up there!!!   ;D


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: The Leprechaun on January 18, 2010, 04:43PM
I'm not sure if anyone here would have heard of AOTA, but I like them. There's no link I can give because they're a local band and I know most of the members personally. I also like Billy Joel, Taylor Swift, Enya, Celtic Thunder, and others but none so much as Celtic Woman members or former members.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: MaryNorth93 on January 23, 2010, 10:29AM
When I was watching video's of 'Beautiful World', I was besides Órlagh, not impressed. Jim Brickman is a good musician, but also a business-man, he knows what sells and his music has a slick, commercial look. The other singers were nice, but not really impressive. Expect for two, Órlagh afcourse  :D, but there was one male singer who immediately caught my attention, Mark Masri. He writes a lot of his own music, and his seems to be a sweet, kind and modest gentleman. I've never heard a more heartbraking and stunning male voice than his... although I think he's mostly popular by girls and women, anyway, you should check him out  ;D

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sfUIGOqhons



Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: CWFan2 on January 23, 2010, 12:35PM
Celtic Woman will always be my number one too but, here's a blast from the past. Last night I listened to:

Grand Funk Railroad ~ Grand Funk ~ 1969 (their second album, the "Red Album". A side note: Don Brewer was one of the most under-rated drummers ever).
Black Sabbath ~ Black Sabbath ~ 1970 (their first album by the same name).
Lou Reed ~ Rock And Roll Animal ~ 1973
Robin Trower ~ Bridge Of Sighs ~ 1974 (He was with Procol Harum earlier on in his musical career but left in 1971 to start his on band).

Now we're talking about Rock here in the neighborhood of 40 years old. But that's the music I listened to when I was a kid. Now though, needless to say, it does sound quite dated. Doesn't have quite that same 'kick' it had 40 years ago. I grew up listening to (besides my mom and dad's Country Music, which we as kids, hated) The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, Jefferson Airplane, Hendrix, Joplin (Janis), Mountain, Ten Years After, Pink Floyd, Frank Zappa and The Mothers Of Invention, Steppenwolf, Deep Purple, Uriah Heep, The Moody Blues, ZZ Top, Creedance Clearwater Revival, Blood Sweat and Tears, The Hollies and of course The Eagles, The Allman Bros Band (still one of my favorites), Poco (still one of my favorites) Marshall Tucker Band, Pure Prairie League, to name but a few. And of course, Fleetwood Mac. One of my all-time favorite bands.

NOW I listen to, let's see umm, Celtic Woman and Celtic Woman and, oh yeah and Celtic Woman  ;). But seriously, my taste in music has changed over the past 40 years or so. Now I love Enya, Sarah Brightman, Cora Smyth (plus Amy, Una and Helen). But also Symphony and Orchestra and Choral, etc and I've come to love the harp (thanks Orla), the oboe (thanks to one David Agnew) the french horn, the violin and cello, ect. And thus, the Rock and Roll from years gone by has (now) taken a back seat, I'm afraid. Since discovering Celtic Woman, that Rock and Roll from 40 years ago, just doesn't have the same appeal anymore. But that's okay. I'm happy. Celtic Woman folks. I'm happy.

... Bill


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Texas Celtic Girl on January 23, 2010, 07:20PM
I LOVE Judy Collins! My fav song of hers is Anathea.  It's Beautifully Haunting.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i2hHNDy7JvM (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i2hHNDy7JvM)

Chris R has also recently introduced me to Emmylou Harris :)


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Inga on January 24, 2010, 10:36AM
but there was one male singer who immediately caught my attention, Mark Masri. He writes a lot of his own music, and his seems to be a sweet, kind and modest gentleman. I've never heard a more heartbraking and stunning male voice than his... although I think he's mostly popular by girls and women, anyway, you should check him out  ;D

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sfUIGOqhons

He is great.



Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: CurlyandGreen on January 24, 2010, 10:59AM
I'm a fan of Old Crow Medicine Show, Nickel Creek, Alison Krauss, etc.  I really love bluegrass!



Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Iluvcelticwoman on January 24, 2010, 11:35AM
musicals, carrie underwood, taylor swift, gloriana, josh groban


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: The Impatient New Yorker on January 24, 2010, 12:21PM
Besides Celtic Woman there's Celtic Thunder, Clannad, Enya, Sarah Birghtman, Josh Groban (Chloe's also a fan) Il Divo, Nat King Cole, Russell Watson, Simon and Garfunkel and Yo-yo Ma


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: SusanZ on January 24, 2010, 12:33PM
I don't always agree with her politics, but there's no denying that Barbra Streisand can carry a tune!!




Zee


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Texas Celtic Girl on January 24, 2010, 09:04PM
I don't always agree with her politics, but there's no denying that Barbra Streisand can carry a tune!!




Zee

Couldn't  have said it better myself,Zee!


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Sorgi on February 01, 2010, 08:45PM
http://www.mondaviarts.com/events/event.cfm?event_id=780&season=2009 (http://www.mondaviarts.com/events/event.cfm?event_id=780&season=2009)
Hmmmmmmm


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: IloveyouSarahBurke!! <3 on February 03, 2010, 01:58PM
My 2 favorite singers (other than CW of course.. :) ) are Idina Menzel and Kristin Chenoweth.  They were both in the original cast of Wicked Idina was Elphaba (she won a Tony) and Kristin was G(a)linda.  Idina was also in the original cast of Rent and the Rent movie as Maureen, and she's in Enchanted as Nancy Tremaine.  Kristin is in The Music Man with Matthew Broderick as Marian the librarian, Deck the Halls as Tia Hall and Bewitched as Maria.  She's in a gazillion more movies, but it would take too long to name them all.  She was also Olive in Pushing Daisies.  :)


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Où est le lait de soja? on February 03, 2010, 02:09PM
Sometimes I think I was born in the wrong decade.  This is one of the voices I always heard growing up from my mother... good ol' Judy Blue Eyes

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D2r4SSKfe4A

and at 70, she's still kickin'

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l8OWZp801ms





~Mel




Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Snookie on February 03, 2010, 09:20PM
My 2 favorite singers (other than CW of course.. :) ) are Idina Menzel and Kristin Chenoweth.  They were both in the original cast of Wicked Idina was Elphaba (she won a Tony) and Kristin was G(a)linda.  Idina was also in the original cast of Rent and the Rent movie as Maureen, and she's in Enchanted as Nancy Tremaine.  Kristin is in The Music Man with Matthew Broderick as Marian the librarian, Deck the Halls as Tia Hall and Bewitched as Maria.  She's in a gazillion more movies, but it would take too long to name them all.  She was also Olive in Pushing Daisies.  :)

I agree with you 100%! Absolutely LOVE them!!!! ;D


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Ggunsailor on February 04, 2010, 02:23PM
My 2 favorite singers (other than CW of course.. :) ) are Idina Menzel and Kristin Chenoweth.  They were both in the original cast of Wicked Idina was Elphaba (she won a Tony) and Kristin was G(a)linda.  Idina was also in the original cast of Rent and the Rent movie as Maureen, and she's in Enchanted as Nancy Tremaine.  Kristin is in The Music Man with Matthew Broderick as Marian the librarian, Deck the Halls as Tia Hall and Bewitched as Maria.  She's in a gazillion more movies, but it would take too long to name them all.  She was also Olive in Pushing Daisies.  :)
I love those two, too! ;D


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: IloveyouSarahBurke!! <3 on February 06, 2010, 02:43PM
Idina and Kristin are 2 of my heros.  After meeting Idina, she has become even more amazing because of how sweet and down to earth she is....


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Texas Celtic Girl on February 06, 2010, 06:40PM
Sometimes I think I was born in the wrong decade.  This is one of the voices I always heard growing up ... good ol' Judy Blue Eyes

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D2r4SSKfe4A

and at 70, she's still kickin'

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l8OWZp801ms






~Mel



I think i was born in the wrong time too,Mel!lol.  All joking aside,I love Judy!


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Mike on February 06, 2010, 10:23PM
This is one of the most peaceful and gentle songs that I've heard in a really long time. 
I just discovered it a couple of days ago and feel the need to get the album.

Allison Krauss has an exceptionally great voice and I really like this song, Killing the Blues.   :)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iJ-41hF_vw8


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Katharine on February 06, 2010, 11:16PM
This is one of the most peaceful and gentle songs that I've heard in a really long time. 
I just discovered it a couple of days ago and feel the need to get the album.

Allison Krauss has an exceptionally great voice and I really like this song, Killing the Blues.   :)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iJ-41hF_vw8

I love this song!  I really love Allison Krauss, too.  I think she has such a soft voice, and it's beautiful, too! 


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Où est le lait de soja? on February 10, 2010, 10:02PM
Quite possibly the best bodhran player.

http://audioboo.fm/boos/26471-turbo-bodhran-yvonne-mairin-fahy-vor
(Yvonne's bodhran solo starts towards the middle, but I don't recommend fast-forwarding, because Mairin is an amazing fiddle player)  She does

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ri82w3kfnkw


The audio is pretty bad ... but you get the idea.


~Mel


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jennifer on February 11, 2010, 07:52AM
My 2 favorite singers (other than CW of course.. :) ) are Idina Menzel and Kristin Chenoweth.  They were both in the original cast of Wicked Idina was Elphaba (she won a Tony) and Kristin was G(a)linda.  Idina was also in the original cast of Rent and the Rent movie as Maureen, and she's in Enchanted as Nancy Tremaine.  Kristin is in The Music Man with Matthew Broderick as Marian the librarian, Deck the Halls as Tia Hall and Bewitched as Maria.  She's in a gazillion more movies, but it would take too long to name them all.  She was also Olive in Pushing Daisies.  :)
Yay! :D

I'm also a fan of Idina Menzel and Kristin Chenoweth! :D


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Bluefire on February 11, 2010, 08:51AM
My 2 favorite singers (other than CW of course.. :) ) are Idina Menzel and Kristin Chenoweth.  They were both in the original cast of Wicked Idina was Elphaba (she won a Tony) and Kristin was G(a)linda.  Idina was also in the original cast of Rent and the Rent movie as Maureen, and she's in Enchanted as Nancy Tremaine.  Kristin is in The Music Man with Matthew Broderick as Marian the librarian, Deck the Halls as Tia Hall and Bewitched as Maria.  She's in a gazillion more movies, but it would take too long to name them all.  She was also Olive in Pushing Daisies.  :)

Fabulous singers, both of them!  I've been singing along to Idina's album "I Stand" quite a bit and I am forever a fan of Kristin as Olive in "Pushing Daisies".   :)

I LOVE Judy Collins! My fav song of hers is Anathea.  It's Beautifully Haunting.

My all-time favorite of Judy Collin's is something of a lullaby - the title song to the Rankin & Bass animated movie "Wind in the Willows" (performed within the first 5 minutes of the film).  I have a VHS copy taped off the TV... still trying to track down a better copy, though (it was never released on DVD.  


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Où est le lait de soja? on February 11, 2010, 11:27AM


Yay! :D

I'm also a fan of Idina Menzel and Kristin Chenoweth! :D

I do enjoy Idina. I've been a fan since way before Wicked.   However, cannot tell a lie, I was a little disappointed in I Stand.  It's a good CD, just didn't do much for me.   Still I Can't Be Still is my favourite album of hers.  and her other album Here makes a regular occurrence on my iPod ... I like the more acoustic setting.


~Mel 


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Cash on March 01, 2010, 04:54AM
Martina McBride & Trace Adkins 'Shine all Night" Tour


I attended their concert here last saturday night. I have a few comments, and a question or 2, that forum members might be able to answer. I will try to keep this short and not end up a long review.(hahaha yeah right...me concise?)

First, if I had to grade the sound, I think I would give it a D. Trace sounded ok, but his music is more about energy, loud, lots of instrumentation, etc. Its not about quality. I dont mean that in a bad way. But its different for Martina. She has a great voice, so quality matters a lot. But she didnt sound good at all. I figured something was wrong. Maybe with equipment. Then I thought maybe it was my seat location. I was left center 10th row. Way left. So I thought maybe my seat location too much in front of some type of speaker, while too far away from another. Martina sounded 'chipmunk'. But then I read the review in todays paper. Here is a quote...

Although Ms. McBride was clearly dealing with an illness of some kind, her singing didn't suffer. She took in a lot of fluids and never missed a note, really concentrating to deliver the goods. She did deliver them, once again showing why she is still on top of her game

So, my question for you who know a lot about sound. Was it seat location? Could it have been equipment issues? Or was it likely illness, with this reviewer I just mentioned just being kind? Because Martina clearly gave it her all. Though I ddint think it was a health issue until I read that review.

Second, beach balls...who needs them? I give a D to the radio station sponsoring this concert. At the very end someone, I presume the radio station because they seemed to have the station logo on them, released a bunch of beach balls and fans were smacking them about in the air. I know it happens at other conecrts too, but its very distracting. Plus, I tend to flinch when I see one headed toward me. Maybe I am just a wet blanket on the fun,

Third, the crowd's enthusiam at times, slumber at others. Now this was strange. Trace had the place rockin and rollin, people were standing, lots of energy. The lady near me even sort of was rubbing up against me. At first I thought maybe because of the cramped conditions in floor seating, but I think if I did what she did to a woman I would end up in jail! BUt I am a bit flattered, but also a bit, I dont know, surprised. But many ladies were going nuts over Trace. Then intermission as they removed Trace's stuff. Then Martina does her first song, then AFTER that first song, about 8 ladies got up and left! Including the one next to me. Why didnt they just leave at intermission, if they only wanted to see Trace? Was strange. Then the crowd got quiet hit! The lady fiddler tried prompting claps, but got none, Even Martina's prompts went unanswered at one point. BUT, the crowd did perk up after the one song. Cant remember the name now, but she got a surprising standing O with a lot of cheers, sort of out of the blue. Everyone woke up! But maybe Trace's style sort of wears on fans, and they get a little tired by the time Martina comes out. Plus her style is different. Though theres a lot of energy too, its different.

Now some positive stuff. Martina gets an A+ for her fan interaction. I thought this even before I found out she was sick. To be that good while sick, WOW. After that standing O I mentioned, she said a very nice , yet brief thank you. She has a great sense of humor. Trace is good with interaction too, but I would say an A, not A+.

The show had plenty of lights, tv monitors on the back of the stage, even a boom that had a crescent moon thing with a seat, that hoisted Martina in the air and took her over the crowd to a stage near the sound board. So the special effects were very effective.

And perhaps most important, everyone had a lot of fun. Lots of energy to the show. Certainly worth paying the price to go. A great show.
 
 


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: historylover on March 05, 2010, 10:13AM
I found this girl on youtube, who is just incredibly talented.  Her name is Sarah LaMantia, and she does covers for different songs (she sings and plays the piano by ear)!  http://www.youtube.com/user/SarEliz0131#p/u/8/yoXWF70oqEQ (http://www.youtube.com/user/SarEliz0131#p/u/8/yoXWF70oqEQ)


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Enchanted on March 05, 2010, 01:11PM
I found this girl on youtube, who is just incredibly talented.  Her name is Sarah LaMantia, and she does covers for different songs (she sings and plays the piano by ear)!  http://www.youtube.com/user/SarEliz0131#p/u/8/yoXWF70oqEQ (http://www.youtube.com/user/SarEliz0131#p/u/8/yoXWF70oqEQ)

Thanks for the link.  She is quite talented.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Où est le lait de soja? on March 05, 2010, 08:31PM
Excellent English folk singer, Kate Rusby.

Awkward Annie
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SyFc-pbcO94

Let Me Be
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=95WeNwF5448




~Mel


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: bobh56 on March 18, 2010, 07:24PM
Last Sunday (3/14/10) afternoon, I went to Eileen Ivers Beyond the Bog Road Concert at George Mason University’s Center for the Arts.  If you’re not familiar with Ms. Ivers, she (like Mairead) is an All-Ireland Fiddle Champion, who played in Riverdance a few years ago.  She’s joined by a wonderful band (which includes Buddy Connolly, an All –Ireland Accordion Champion), soloist Niamh Parsons (formerly from the band, Acady), and a small troupe of Irish dancers.  Throughout the Concert, Ms. Ivers gives a running monologue about the development of Irish/Celtic music, including how it’s reflected in other genres, including the blues, American bluegrass, and Zydeco music.  So, it was both very instructional and entertaining.  All-in-all, I would include this Concert in the "must see" category.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jim M. on March 24, 2010, 03:01AM
Art Garfunkel - "Bright Eyes":   http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nGyTGP5q_q4


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: lisakellyfan on March 27, 2010, 07:07PM
im a particular fan of Britt Nicole and Natalie Grant
These are both Christian Contemporary
And there's Franchesca Battistelli....an amazing youn Christian singer who brings a lot of fun to her music. She kinda reminds me of Sara Bareilles....very playful


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Cash on April 02, 2010, 11:03AM
Carrie Underwood – April 1, 2010 – Petersen Events Center – Pittsburgh

I leave for the concert at about 6:10. It’s a 20 minute WALK. That’s right. No traveling for this show, as with my recent excursions to Erie and Cincinnati to see Celtic Woman. The weather: 80 degrees and sunny. Just beautiful! Last time I went to see Carrie, in February 2008 at the same venue, it was high 30s on arrival, but weather forecast for departure included precipitation of some sort and a temp of 32. Didn’t know if it would rain, snow, sleet, freezing rain, or some mix of them. That scared me, because the venue is built on a big hill that some call cardiac hill. If it was ice, it meant a dangerous trip home. So, a very sharp contrast with the weather conditions and travel here. Travel would be no problem or expense at all tonight.
As I turned the corner and started walking up the big hill, the first thing I spotted was a man urinating in the corner of a bus shelter. Many, many people all walking to the show, what an impression to get seeing that. Way to make the city look good their buddy. As I walked toward the doors, I briefly talked with a scalper about upgrading my seat. Last time, I had the very end seat, way to the right, as far to the right as one could go. I wanted floor, but he wanted my ticket and an extra $50. Maybe I should have haggled more, but I opted to keep my seat, which turned out to be a smart move.  It wasn’t that bad. Certainly there were better, but many worse as well.  I will try to make a quick graphic of my seat position…

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                           l                                        floor seats                                        l
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---------------------------l                                                                                               l
l         stage          l                                                                                               l
l                          l                                                                                               l
l                          l     ==========>  16 rows back                                                      l
l                          l                                                                                                l
---------------------------l                                                                                                l
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                                                         11 rows up.

I am far to the left, and the sound was a bit off, much like the Martina McBride concert a few weeks ago. They didn’t have the screen projection things set up facing the sides like they did 2 years ago. It was nice having those, because even if you had a bad side view, the projection showed the show from the front. Side people were out of luck this year. Also, there seemed to be a lot of security. Campus cops (the venue is Pitt’s basketball arena) and event security rent-a-cop types. May have been because a local SEIU cafeteria union was outside protesting.  Also, the stage did not have the elongated center part like 2 years ago, that allowed the performers to walk a bit into the crowd. But they managed to get into the crowd anyway! (foreshadow there). There was a bit of an extended rounded part in the center, but it only stuck out maybe 10 feet.  Some type of rounded thing was also hung way above that area of the stage. Sort of rounded in a symmetric way with the stage.
Before the show I hit the merchandise table. Bought a program, a magnet, and wanted a concert DVD, but they didn’t have one. I have never understood this. Carrie is a big time star. Whats the count up to now on #1 songs? Maybe 9? Several successful tours, American Idol winner. Why no DVD? Martina McBride has at least 1. Celtic Woman has 4. I realize it may be expensive to do. But others do it, and sales would be slam dunk. I cant see any risk at all. But I guess theres a reason why they are successful n the business and I sit in the crowd.
The first stage set up was very basic for the opening act, Sons of Sylvia. I wasn’t that impressed with these guys. They did have a strong appeal to all the young ladies in attendance though. Carrie always draws a LOT of young women. I had many of them in front of me and to my right. The pretty young lady to my right talked with me a bit. I feel so old, I could be her dad. Nice young lady though. The young ladies were consuming a respectable amount of beer, much like in 2008.  But none were falling down sloppy drunk. They seemed to know their tolerance. But the beer smell in the air was noticeable. The women to my left were my age, I would guess 35-45 range. There were guys in back of me who didn’t clap, stand, toe-tap, sway, nothing, the whole show. Standing O, you ask? Heck no, they didn’t even give a sitting O! Why were they even there? I don’t know, I guess everyone enjoys shows their own way. But I found it strange. They looked like they were in distress. Why even attend such a show if you have such limited interest?
Second act was Craig Morgan. He started in the audience, toward the back, and worked his way forward. On his song “Red Neck Yacht Club” he jumped off stage and ran into the crowd. People in floor seats got many good pics. In fact, as people positioned themselves to take pics, they impeded his return to the stage. But he got there.  He also had jokes and told funny stories. Very interactive with the crowd. He finished with his harvester song, and although many people stood to clap, there seemed many who didn’t.  Morgan did a great job. To be honest, I didn’t know much about him. In 2008, Josh Turner opened for Carrie and I knew a little about him and liked a number of his songs. But Morgan was new to me, and he is impressive. The one thing I did dislike was his attempted version of “Amazing Grace” Sort of a modified half version combined with another song. Not sure how to describe it, but it totally flopped, in my opinion. He needs to consult with Celtic Woman on the proper way to perform this song.
Now, on to the main event, Carrie’s show!
Carrie opened with “Cowboy Casanova” The round extended front part of the stage had a big hole in it, and an elevator brought her up from below the stage, sitting on a love seat kind of thing. They used that hole / elevator to bring a piano up later. The back section of the stage itself  had 4 large tv screens or projection screens, not sure what exactly, but they had many cool images all throughout the concert. They also semi-circled back, adding an illision of depth. That was a very notable difference from the opening acts, which had little of the special effects, lighting, etc. The other round thing above the stage was also used as a place to project stuff off of. A big part of the show was the flashy lighting and special effects, for lack of a better term. For example, on one occasion, Carrie wore a dress and it either had electronics built in, or they projected stuff, any way images appeared right on her.  Sparking lights and a flying dove were 2 objects on it.
The show also included some gimmicks, for lack of a better term. At one point, Carrie suddenly appears in the back of a blue pick-up truck, singing “Take me Home, Country Roads” while cables lift it up in the air and carry it over part of the floor section! She flew right by me, maybe 20 feet away. Talk about upstaging Martina McBride’s flying crescent moon thing where she flies over her floor section!  Wish I had a camera, as the young ladies sitting by me went ballistic, with excitement, and Carrie noticed and waved a lot to them. If I had a camera, it would have looked like she was waving right at me. Another gimmick had a prop that looked like that microphone from the Grand Ole Opry. As Carrie sang “I Told you So” on it, Randy Travis appeared on the tv screen singing that song too! So, briefly it sort of created the illusion of a duet. They also lowered what looked like a big tree branch with a lot of green leaves from the ceiling during a couple songs, and coordinated that with nature like projections (trees, streams) on the 4 big tv screens in the back.
 Now, as far as the music goes. She hit a grand slam with “Temporary Home” She also noted that the song means a lot to her and that its country’s number 1 song right now! Also, just as in 2008,  “Before he Cheats” and “American Girl” had ALL the young ladies singing along, very loud in fact, almost louder than Carrie herself. At times Carrie shut up so it could be noticed. “Don’t even know my last name” also had the same effect.  “Jesus Take the Wheel” started off great, but then, suddenly, she starts singing “How Great Thou Art”.  I didn’t like the transition like that. They sort of combined the songs. I also didn’t care for what they did with “Just a Dream” They had Carrie on a swing, hanging down from that big tree branch prop I mentioned earlier. They took her up in the air a bit, and she was swinging. The visual didn’t seem right for that song. Another song that lacked punch was her version of Aerosmith’s “On the Edge” It’s a hard rockin’ song, but in 2008 she did Guns-n-Roses “Paradise City” as her rock-n-roll song and it worked very very well. His time the rock song was…ahhh….nothing special.
I waited in my seat as people left. No sense in standing up and climbing steps, just to wait in a long line as people leave. An usher said “OK lets go” and I said “Is there still a line up there?” and he said “Lines gone, come on buddy we cant leave until you do” So I get up and start heading up but say “hey lets get them back out here for another show” and he responded “one was enough!”.  In 2008 an usher also gave me grief about waiting in my seat, but the line was still down the steps. I said “just where am I gonna go” as I pointed at it. She kept an eye on me until the line cleared. Then sort of looked like “ok get moving” Ushers – impatient folks aren’t they?
So in summary, it was a great show, but at times the gimmicks and lighting effects outdid the music in a negative way. Still a MUST see show though. And many people may actually think the gimmicks and lights are very cool. I actually do too, but I think there are limits on that stuff and they overdid it a bit. I actually enjoyed the 2008 show a bit more, but I also knew the songs then. Much of this current show has newer songs that I am unfamiliar with.




Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Iluvcelticwoman on April 02, 2010, 11:06AM
Carrie Underwood – April 1, 2010 – Petersen Events Center – Pittsburgh

I leave for the concert at about 6:10. It’s a 20 minute WALK. That’s right. No traveling for this show, as with my recent excursions to Erie and Cincinnati to see Celtic Woman. The weather: 80 degrees and sunny. Just beautiful! Last time I went to see Carrie, in February 2008 at the same venue, it was high 30s on arrival, but weather forecast for departure included precipitation of some sort and a temp of 32. Didn’t know if it would rain, snow, sleet, freezing rain, or some mix of them. That scared me, because the venue is built on a big hill that some call cardiac hill. If it was ice, it meant a dangerous trip home. So, a very sharp contrast with the weather conditions and travel here. Travel would be no problem or expense at all tonight.
As I turned the corner and started walking up the big hill, the first thing I spotted was a man urinating in the corner of a bus shelter. Many, many people all walking to the show, what an impression to get seeing that. Way to make the city look good their buddy. As I walked toward the doors, I briefly talked with a scalper about upgrading my seat. Last time, I had the very end seat, way to the right, as far to the right as one could go. I wanted floor, but he wanted my ticket and an extra $50. Maybe I should have haggled more, but I opted to keep my seat, which turned out to be a smart move.  It wasn’t that bad. Certainly there were better, but many worse as well.  I will try to make a quick graphic of my seat position…

                             -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                           l                                        floor seats                                        l
                           l                                                                                               l
---------------------------l                                                                                               l
l         stage          l                                                                                               l
l                          l                                                                                               l
l                          l     ==========>  16 rows back                                                      l
l                          l                                                                                                l
---------------------------l                                                                                                l
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                                                               v                         
                                                         11 rows up.

I am far to the left, and the sound was a bit off, much like the Martina McBride concert a few weeks ago. They didn’t have the screen projection things set up facing the sides like they did 2 years ago. It was nice having those, because even if you had a bad side view, the projection showed the show from the front. Side people were out of luck this year. Also, there seemed to be a lot of security. Campus cops (the venue is Pitt’s basketball arena) and event security rent-a-cop types. May have been because a local SEIU cafeteria union was outside protesting.  Also, the stage did not have the elongated center part like 2 years ago, that allowed the performers to walk a bit into the crowd. But they managed to get into the crowd anyway! (foreshadow there). There was a bit of an extended rounded part in the center, but it only stuck out maybe 10 feet.  Some type of rounded thing was also hung way above that area of the stage. Sort of rounded in a symmetric way with the stage.
Before the show I hit the merchandise table. Bought a program, a magnet, and wanted a concert DVD, but they didn’t have one. I have never understood this. Carrie is a big time star. Whats the count up to now on #1 songs? Maybe 9? Several successful tours, American Idol winner. Why no DVD? Martina McBride has at least 1. Celtic Woman has 4. I realize it may be expensive to do. But others do it, and sales would be slam dunk. I cant see any risk at all. But I guess theres a reason why they are successful n the business and I sit in the crowd.
The first stage set up was very basic for the opening act, Sons of Sylvia. I wasn’t that impressed with these guys. They did have a strong appeal to all the young ladies in attendance though. Carrie always draws a LOT of young women. I had many of them in front of me and to my right. The pretty young lady to my right talked with me a bit. I feel so old, I could be her dad. Nice young lady though. The young ladies were consuming a respectable amount of beer, much like in 2008.  But none were falling down sloppy drunk. They seemed to know their tolerance. But the beer smell in the air was noticeable. The women to my left were my age, I would guess 35-45 range. There were guys in back of me who didn’t clap, stand, toe-tap, sway, nothing, the whole show. Standing O, you ask? Heck no, they didn’t even give a sitting O! Why were they even there? I don’t know, I guess everyone enjoys shows their own way. But I found it strange. They looked like they were in distress. Why even attend such a show if you have such limited interest?
Second act was Craig Morgan. He started in the audience, toward the back, and worked his way forward. On his song “Red Neck Yacht Club” he jumped off stage and ran into the crowd. People in floor seats got many good pics. In fact, as people positioned themselves to take pics, they impeded his return to the stage. But he got there.  He also had jokes and told funny stories. Very interactive with the crowd. He finished with his harvester song, and although many people stood to clap, there seemed many who didn’t.  Morgan did a great job. To be honest, I didn’t know much about him. In 2008, Josh Turner opened for Carrie and I knew a little about him and liked a number of his songs. But Morgan was new to me, and he is impressive. The one thing I did dislike was his attempted version of “Amazing Grace” Sort of a modified half version combined with another song. Not sure how to describe it, but it totally flopped, in my opinion. He needs to consult with Celtic Woman on the proper way to perform this song.
Now, on to the main event, Carrie’s show!
Carrie opened with “Cowboy Casanova” The round extended front part of the stage had a big hole in it, and an elevator brought her up from below the stage, sitting on a love seat kind of thing. They used that hole / elevator to bring a piano up later. The back section of the stage itself  had 4 large tv screens or projection screens, not sure what exactly, but they had many cool images all throughout the concert. They also semi-circled back, adding an illision of depth. That was a very notable difference from the opening acts, which had little of the special effects, lighting, etc. The other round thing above the stage was also used as a place to project stuff off of. A big part of the show was the flashy lighting and special effects, for lack of a better term. For example, on one occasion, Carrie wore a dress and it either had electronics built in, or they projected stuff, any way images appeared right on her.  Sparking lights and a flying dove were 2 objects on it.
The show also included some gimmicks, for lack of a better term. At one point, Carrie suddenly appears in the back of a blue pick-up truck, singing “Take me Home, Country Roads” while cables lift it up in the air and carry it over part of the floor section! She flew right by me, maybe 20 feet away. Talk about upstaging Martina McBride’s flying crescent moon thing where she flies over her floor section!  Wish I had a camera, as the young ladies sitting by me went ballistic, with excitement, and Carrie noticed and waved a lot to them. If I had a camera, it would have looked like she was waving right at me. Another gimmick had a prop that looked like that microphone from the Grand Ole Opry. As Carrie sang “I Told you So” on it, Randy Travis appeared on the tv screen singing that song too! So, briefly it sort of created the illusion of a duet. They also lowered what looked like a big tree branch with a lot of green leaves from the ceiling during a couple songs, and coordinated that with nature like projections (trees, streams) on the 4 big tv screens in the back.
 Now, as far as the music goes. She hit a grand slam with “Temporary Home” She also noted that the song means a lot to her and that its country’s number 1 song right now! Also, just as in 2008,  “Before he Cheats” and “American Girl” had ALL the young ladies singing along, very loud in fact, almost louder than Carrie herself. At times Carrie shut up so it could be noticed. “Don’t even know my last name” also had the same effect.  “Jesus Take the Wheel” started off great, but then, suddenly, she starts singing “How Great Thou Art”.  I didn’t like the transition like that. They sort of combined the songs. I also didn’t care for what they did with “Just a Dream” They had Carrie on a swing, hanging down from that big tree branch prop I mentioned earlier. They took her up in the air a bit, and she was swinging. The visual didn’t seem right for that song. Another song that lacked punch was her version of Aerosmith’s “On the Edge” It’s a hard rockin’ song, but in 2008 she did Guns-n-Roses “Paradise City” as her rock-n-roll song and it worked very very well. His time the rock song was…ahhh….nothing special.
I waited in my seat as people left. No sense in standing up and climbing steps, just to wait in a long line as people leave. An usher said “OK lets go” and I said “Is there still a line up there?” and he said “Lines gone, come on buddy we cant leave until you do” So I get up and start heading up but say “hey lets get them back out here for another show” and he responded “one was enough!”.  In 2008 an usher also gave me grief about waiting in my seat, but the line was still down the steps. I said “just where am I gonna go” as I pointed at it. She kept an eye on me until the line cleared. Then sort of looked like “ok get moving” Ushers – impatient folks aren’t they?
So in summary, it was a great show, but at times the gimmicks and lighting effects outdid the music in a negative way. Still a MUST see show though. And many people may actually think the gimmicks and lights are very cool. I actually do too, but I think there are limits on that stuff and they overdid it a bit. I actually enjoyed the 2008 show a bit more, but I also knew the songs then. Much of this current show has newer songs that I am unfamiliar with.




hey i am going to a carrie underwoood concert also!! two weeks after my CW concert!



Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: White Rose on April 02, 2010, 11:35AM
So I've been having a bad day and found this video again.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3gTPJZ1beFk&feature=channel (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3gTPJZ1beFk&feature=channel)

That is Girlyman. That is one of their tuning songs, which are all made up on the spot. Oh right, here's one of their not made up at a minute's notice songs.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rsxF4MOB_Fc&feature=related (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rsxF4MOB_Fc&feature=related)



Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Cash on April 02, 2010, 12:31PM
hey i am going to a carrie underwoood concert also!! two weeks after my CW concert!

Maybe I should have put "SPOILER" at the top of my review. I hope that I didnt ruin the surprises for you. Its a very interesting show, as you will soon see. Prepare to be dazzled. Take a camera too, if your venue allows them. Because you may get some GREAT pics, if lucky and seated in the correct places.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Iluvcelticwoman on April 02, 2010, 12:32PM
hey i am going to a carrie underwoood concert also!! two weeks after my CW concert!

Maybe I should have put "SPOILER" at the top of my review. I hope that I didnt ruin the surprises for you. Its a very interesting show, as you will soon see. Prepare to be dazzled. Take a camera too, if your venue allows them. Because you may get some GREAT pics, if lucky and seated in the correct places.
it's cool! i also read you post on the Mairead forum... yes my venue allows camers.. just no videos. we are not on the floor but we are in sec 125. it is on the left balcony. we are near the stage.
i live in Fresno


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Cash on April 03, 2010, 08:17AM
For anyone interested in the professional review of the Carrie Underwood show I attended ...

http://www.post-gazette.com/pg/10092/1047411-388.stm (http://www.post-gazette.com/pg/10092/1047411-388.stm)

yes my venue allows camers.. just no videos. we are not on the floor but we are in sec 125. it is on the left balcony. we are near the stage.
You may actually be in a VERY good location then.

The flying blue truck is hidden on the left side of the stage (as fans look at it). I guess they have a tarp over it, because you cant see it until 'Country Roads' starts. She disappears after a song, and you know somethings up...costume change maybe? But then suddenly there it is. Its a BIG surprise, so sadly from the review you miss the surprise, BUT knowing this, you can be ready with the camera and know what is happening.   Others seemed stunned at first and didnt think to take pics. Then people did of course, but I think there was a surprise factor.

Also, on "Redneck Yacht Club" before Craig Morgan ran through the floor section, he ran maybe a dozen steps up the seating area on his far right of the stage, so thats the far left as we fans watch. He didnt go all the way up, again maybe a dozen steps. But still if he does that at your show too, you may be in perfect position to take pics, shake his hand, get an autograph? hahaha I know, during a live show? Am I nuts? Well yes, but thats another issue!  :D  Seriously he seems to love fan interaction. But you have a great opportunity. You know what MIGHT (no guarentee he repeats) happen so you can position yourself maybe 10-15 steps up in your section as soon as he starts "Redneck Yacht Club" Others, unless they read reviews like this, wont know whats happening and the first reaction is surprise. So you have an advantage reading this. So you should get in a great position of a pic. And again, I wonder, if you have an 8 x 10 of him on a clipboard, with a sharpie uncapped and ready, if he would scribble an autograph? And if you have another you are with standing about 10 steps up, maybe he/she could get a pic of it. That would be cool. Unlikely I know, but again how many performers run into crowds like he does. A few walk through, but not like this guy. Whats the worse that can happen? You wasted a piece of paper for a pic? Its not like you are running on stage, he is running to you lol. At least you should get a great pic. Again though IF he repeats what he did here. No guarentees with that.

Good luck!


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: OldFatGuy on May 16, 2010, 07:09AM
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HERE IS HOW TO VOTE: (a few minutes every day until May 24)

1. log into www.ourstage.com (http://www.ourstage.com) (or create a new fan account, if you don't have one yet)

2. once logged in, go to www.ourstage.com/profile/marinav/fans (http://www.ourstage.com/profile/marinav/fans)
- on the right, there is a green button "make this band my favorite".

Click that! It should now say "Marina V is now your favorite artist" or something like that!!

This step will insure Marina's song will pop up in the first few battles when you're judging!!!

3. click JUDGE on top menu, and on the far right, click "Lilith Fair Channels"
- pick Los Angeles, San Francisco & San Diego

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- Please make "You Make Me Beautiful" your favorite song and leave a little comment under the song

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Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Natalia on May 16, 2010, 01:05PM
I love lots of other music! The Killers, The Police, The Beatles, Bryan Adams, Phil Collins, Whitey Houston, and lots of musical theatre stuff, and other random artists.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Cash on May 16, 2010, 02:00PM
I just learned that Idina Menzel will perform here on June 29, tickets go on sale tomorrow at 9am!  :o  Since CW wont be within my travel range until July, this looks like it can fit in my schedule very well! LOOK OUT Idina here I come!  :D


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Natalia on May 16, 2010, 02:01PM
I just learned that Idina Menzel will perform here on June 29, tickets go on sale tomorrow at 9am!  :o  Since CW wont be within my travel range until July, this looks like it can fit in my schedule very well! LOOK OUT Idina here I come!  :D

That's awesome! Idina is wonderful! Enjoy!


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Où est le lait de soja? on May 16, 2010, 07:52PM
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rpHiFwb6hyI

Damien O'Kane.  He's currently part of Kate Rusby's band (and her partner they just had a baby together in September :D )

He has very nice voice, and is an amazing banjo player.

You check out his album summerhill on iTunes.




Mel


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jennifer on May 16, 2010, 07:56PM
I just learned that Idina Menzel will perform here on June 29, tickets go on sale tomorrow at 9am!  :o  Since CW wont be within my travel range until July, this looks like it can fit in my schedule very well! LOOK OUT Idina here I come!  :D
have fun! :) i'm seeing Idina in November ;D


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Enchanted on May 17, 2010, 08:35PM
LILITH FAIR COMPETITION - please vote for Marina V!

THE BIG LILITH FAIR CONTEST IS HERE!!!

I saw Marina playing live in my home town about a year ago.  She is great!  I've been a fan ever since.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Cash on June 30, 2010, 07:16AM
Idina Menzel - Heinz Hall Pittsburgh - June 29, 2010

On a scale of 1 - 10, I give Idina’s performance a 547! WOW! Just amazing! This lady has an amazing, powerful voice and hits ALL the notes with power and quality. In addition to the voice is the charisma. It seems she just reaches out and grabs the audience. You just can’t help but give her your full undivided attention. Plus she mixes in humor with the more serious songs in a way that you go from having a tear in your eye to a pain in your side from laughing so hard. The sense of humor, the empathy of emotion, and talent are unreal.

I arrive at the show and quickly see a mass of people in front, along with “SOLD OUT” signs outside the hall. So I head for my seat. Fourth row right, but also on the aisle, so I am looking to my left, out over the aisle to see her center stage. This turned out to be an excellent seat. I was about 25 feet away with a great view. I could also hear her natural voice.

The Pittsburgh Symphony started the evening off with a few songs. The director told some good jokes, like “you see you all are lucky to be here, the show is sold out. Its easier to get an iPhone than a ticket for this show”. Then an intermission, and then its Idina.

She started off with “the life of the party”. I didn’t know many of the songs she did. I did recognize Cole Porter‘s “Sex for sale”, which was combined with “Roxanne” and red lights came on when the “red light” lyrics were sung. Idina moved in a  kind  of sultry way, at one point pointing and wiggling her finger in a “come here and get it” kind of motion, as one might expect for this song. She had fun singing a Lady Gaga song and amused everyone. She also had a fun, upbeat kind of song about her 10 month old son. It was cute how she worked him into the songs and a story for the show. She really does a great job with her jokes, stories, and speeches. She told her Barbra Streisand story and sang “Funny Girl”. She claimed that both her idols, Streisand and Aretha Franklin, were only mildly impressed with her one performance they were both at of “don’t rain on my parade” at Kennedy Center. At one point , she really tugged on our hearts as she pointed out a lady up front center who she talked with earlier in the day. This lady had breast cancer, and Idina dedicated her next song, “Gorgeous”, to her. At another point, Idina talked about how the one producer of Rent  died of an aneurism at age 35 when she sang “no day but today“ from Rent..

Another cool thing she did was to put down her mic and take off the ear thing and sing the first part of the last song a cappella and in natural voice.  A great standing ovation and she was back out on stage with her encore song, “ tomorrow” from Annie. We did not get a second encore song, though I have read some other cities have. The audience was polite and provided a nice standing ovation at the end, but, like so many Pittsburgh crowds at performing arts concerts that I have seen, the audience was mostly subdued and calm throughout the show.  A bit of “Velcro seat syndrome” in effect. 

Although I enjoyed her humor, I would guess that some might not be as impressed. She did use the word ‘suck’ and then said “can I say that?” and made a joke out of it. She also made an implication that she preferred President Obama over President Bush. She seemed to be careful what she said though and limited it. One of her strengths seems to be knowing were to draw the line yet also be a bit edgy and funny. But I would think that since we all have different attitudes on that, that some might not appreciate such things. But I thought it all worked out very well.

There are 2 things that I would have liked to have seen different. First, the program wasn’t that great. It wasn’t the usual $20 type loaded with pics and info. It was just one of those cheap printed by the venue types that ushers handed out for free. Too bad because I am sure she could have sold a lot of programs , even at $20 or more. Second, I would have liked to have heard her sing “I dreamed a dream” and some other songs that I actually  knew.

But this a great entertaining performer. A must see if she comes to your town!


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Cash on July 05, 2010, 02:26PM
I just learned that TobyMac will be here in December. Not sure if I want to go though. Anyone seen them lately?

For those of you unfamilar with them, they are 2 of the 3 guys of DCTalk, a Christian rap group from maybe 15 years ago. They were pretty good.I know it sounds sort of strange....Christian Rap?  :o I still regret not going to their one concert here many many years ago.

If I was sure they were going to perform some of the popular DCTalk songs I would go.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Cash on July 06, 2010, 09:32AM
If anyone is interested in the professional newspaper's review of the Idina Menzel concert I attended.....

http://www.post-gazette.com/pg/10182/1069441-388.stm (http://www.post-gazette.com/pg/10182/1069441-388.stm)



Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: celticartzyangel on July 06, 2010, 12:04PM
I just learned that TobyMac will be here in December. Not sure if I want to go though. Anyone seen them lately?

For those of you unfamilar with them, they are 2 of the 3 guys of DCTalk, a Christian rap group from maybe 15 years ago. They were pretty good.I know it sounds sort of strange....Christian Rap?  :o I still regret not going to their one concert here many many years ago.

If I was sure they were going to perform some of the popular DCTalk songs I would go.
TobyMac and DCTalk are AMAZING!!  :D


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: SusanZ on July 07, 2010, 12:19PM
Just saw Mary Chapin-Carpenter in concert last week. What a fantastic show! I think she is truly a talent, a fabulous songwriter. I think a lot of her songs could be classified as poetry. She just released a new CD "The Age of Miracles". Absolutely beautiful - just listen to "Mrs.Hemingway". It's about Ernest Hemingway's first wife and their time together in Paris before he fell in love with her best friend! Very haunting.



Zee


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Où est le lait de soja? on July 07, 2010, 01:20PM
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-B7udr-BGBE

Nic Jones, anyone?  * looooovvvveeeeee * I forgot I had a bunch of his music on my iPod ... don't know how I could ever forget about this voice, but somehow I did.  (but fortunately, I cleaned up my iTunes ... and there is now a Nic Jones playlist, so it won't happen again :D )





Mel


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: CelticWomanAddict on July 07, 2010, 04:58PM
Ringo Starr of The Beatles is 70 today


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: lisaholic nr1 on July 07, 2010, 05:37PM
Did not know that... happy birthday Ringo!


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: AmandaLKlvr on July 08, 2010, 09:28AM
Celine Dion.
I've never been a huge fan of hers. I liked her big hits like My Heart Will Go On, etc. So I decided to watch Celine: Through the Eyes of the World for fun and I was amazed by her talented voice! It's a documentary showing her Taking Chances tour with footage of the concert and behind-the-scenes. Not only does she have a great voice, she is also hilarious!! After I saw that, I became hooked to more of her songs! Her voice is one of the few in the world that can sing amazing live! (and of course, CW :D) So if you've only heard some of her songs, I would look into more of them. I even like her French songs, even though I have no idea what she's saying... :o
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CEggoXwoXEY&playnext_from=TL&videos=j7Rr6kBdbrw (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CEggoXwoXEY&playnext_from=TL&videos=j7Rr6kBdbrw)



Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Iluvcelticwoman on July 08, 2010, 09:40AM
I looooooooooooooove Celine Dion


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: SusanZ on July 08, 2010, 07:44PM
Ringo Starr of The Beatles is 70 today

Saw him in concert with his All-Star Band on Tuesday night in Lancaster. He looks FABULOUS!! Great show too!


Zee


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: CelticWomanAddict on July 08, 2010, 09:09PM
Cool,He's coming here too but I dont like outdoor shows when its 90 and humid


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jack on August 02, 2010, 08:55PM
Anyone else on the forum a fan of Lea Salonga?  I first became aware of her back when she came onto the music scene in Miss Saigon, and later in Les Miz.  At the time I was so involved with other things, I failed to appreciate what was before me.  It has been a joy catching up with the career of this wonderful talent, listening to and watching as much as I can find of her on youtube.  Someday I hope to see one of her live performances.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jOzMWRSxaw8&feature=related (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jOzMWRSxaw8&feature=related)

Jack


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: MaryNorth93 on August 03, 2010, 02:57PM
Anyone else on the forum a fan of Lea Salonga?  I first became aware of her back when she came onto the music scene in Miss Saigon, and later in Les Miz.  At the time I was so involved with other things, I failed to appreciate what was before me.  It has been a joy catching up with the career of this wonderful talent, listening to and watching as much as I can find of her on youtube.  Someday I hope to see one of her live performances.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jOzMWRSxaw8&feature=related (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jOzMWRSxaw8&feature=related)

Jack


She is indeed a great performer! I've learned of her when I watched Disney-movies where she sang incredible beautiful songs  (Reflection, A Whole New World) but her other performances are amazing as well  :D


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jack on August 05, 2010, 07:53PM
She is indeed a great performer! I've learned of her when I watched Disney-movies where she sang incredible beautiful songs  (Reflection, A Whole New World) but her other performances are amazing as well  :D

I've watched all the Disney links (that I found).  Somewhere along the way there was a song that immediately got my attention-------"You'll Be In My Heart"!  It wasn't quite as good as Alex's version, but great just the same.

I now have to watch the Andrew LLoyd Webber medley video at least twice a day to get my "fix" :).  Her voice simply draws me into all her songs in a way that I have to listen.  I wonder if we can get her name changed to O'Salonga so she can fill in until they can find a replacement for Alex? :D  She would make a great CW member!

Jack


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: LoveLisaKelly on August 06, 2010, 07:07AM
Celine Dion.
I've never been a huge fan of hers. I liked her big hits like My Heart Will Go On, etc. So I decided to watch Celine: Through the Eyes of the World for fun and I was amazed by her talented voice! It's a documentary showing her Taking Chances tour with footage of the concert and behind-the-scenes. Not only does she have a great voice, she is also hilarious!! After I saw that, I became hooked to more of her songs! Her voice is one of the few in the world that can sing amazing live! (and of course, CW :D) So if you've only heard some of her songs, I would look into more of them. I even like her French songs, even though I have no idea what she's saying... :o
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CEggoXwoXEY&playnext_from=TL&videos=j7Rr6kBdbrw (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CEggoXwoXEY&playnext_from=TL&videos=j7Rr6kBdbrw)



I saw the film to, and I love it :) I´m a huge fan of Celine :)


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: lisaddict on August 06, 2010, 08:37AM
Josh Groban,

I could say so much about Josh Groban, but. All I will Say (Because this a compliment enough) Is that I like him almost as much as CW ;D  ;)



Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Où est le lait de soja? on August 08, 2010, 08:03PM
Eddi Reader.  She's excellent.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-hT14_dhgQU


Other side of the spectrum .... The Del McCoury Band ... good stuff.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WGE0ZZH96b0





Mel


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Tiffany Gray on August 12, 2010, 01:44AM
I looooove Celtic Woman sooo much, but I also love Celtic Thunder and ABBA just as much!!!  OMG addicted!!!
And I love Katherine Jenkins, Josh Groban, Demi Lovato, Secret Garden, and so many other artists just as much!!!
I have a wide range of music I love.  I mean, I love pretty much anything except for screamo (you know, the loud guitars and screaming devil music).  I pretty much love anything else.  Music is my life.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: bot1tle on August 12, 2010, 09:50AM
sounds exactly like Hayley........http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rg0hNMQXijo


Hayley....http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lMC30NE3tbo&feature=related


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: MaryNorth93 on August 12, 2010, 12:35PM
I really enjoy Skillet... I almost like them as much as CW, because their music is quite variated, well composed and the lyrics has always a very beautiful message.. They're not like the common gospel & rock bands, but a perfect mix of both.

(http://i764.photobucket.com/albums/xx288/Carmeline_Photos/Actors/awake_bandphoto_800.jpg)



Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jennifer on August 12, 2010, 01:19PM
Anyone else on the forum a fan of Lea Salonga?  I first became aware of her back when she came onto the music scene in Miss Saigon, and later in Les Miz.  At the time I was so involved with other things, I failed to appreciate what was before me.  It has been a joy catching up with the career of this wonderful talent, listening to and watching as much as I can find of her on youtube.  Someday I hope to see one of her live performances.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jOzMWRSxaw8&feature=related (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jOzMWRSxaw8&feature=related)

Jack

I love her! I've loved her since I was little (when I was around 8)... She is amazing!


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Où est le lait de soja? on August 12, 2010, 09:07PM
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3SSUYVAv_dM

Crooked Still.  Excellent band.  They're a Newgrass Progressive folk group ... they kind of sound a bit like Nickel Creek, but at the same time they have a totally unique sound.





Mel


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: lisaddict on August 12, 2010, 09:39PM
I Love nickel creek!!!


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: celticartzyangel on August 12, 2010, 09:42PM
I really enjoy Skillet... I almost like them as much as CW, because their music is quite variated, well composed and the lyrics has always a very beautiful message.. They're not like the common gospel & rock bands, but a perfect mix of both.

(http://i764.photobucket.com/albums/xx288/Carmeline_Photos/Actors/awake_bandphoto_800.jpg)


woot woot!!! another Skillet lover!!!! XD lol... my mom hates that I like them lol. She doesn't like rock. AT ALL
"What's that band you listen to? Skittles?"  :D


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Tiffany Gray on August 12, 2010, 11:36PM
Anyone else on the forum a fan of Lea Salonga?  I first became aware of her back when she came onto the music scene in Miss Saigon, and later in Les Miz.  At the time I was so involved with other things, I failed to appreciate what was before me.  It has been a joy catching up with the career of this wonderful talent, listening to and watching as much as I can find of her on youtube.  Someday I hope to see one of her live performances.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jOzMWRSxaw8&feature=related (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jOzMWRSxaw8&feature=related)

Jack

I love her! I've loved her since I was little (when I was around 8)... She is amazing!

OMG I love her!!!  She has a beautiful voice!!!!!  She sings like an angel!!!!!  :)


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: MaryNorth93 on August 13, 2010, 04:32AM
I really enjoy Skillet... I almost like them as much as CW, because their music is quite variated, well composed and the lyrics has always a very beautiful message.. They're not like the common gospel & rock bands, but a perfect mix of both.

(http://i764.photobucket.com/albums/xx288/Carmeline_Photos/Actors/awake_bandphoto_800.jpg)


woot woot!!! another Skillet lover!!!! XD lol... my mom hates that I like them lol. She doesn't like rock. AT ALL
"What's that band you listen to? Skittles?"  :D

Yoy have no idea how happy you made me!  ;D Except for my brother and a few of his friends I didn't know anyone who loved them too. My parents call me nuts for listening to them, but if they had the right to decide I would listen the entire day to Mozart & Bach ::) I like classical music, but still.. ::)

Lol  ;D Well, skittles are also very good   ;D

 
I looooove Celtic Woman sooo much, but I also love Celtic Thunder and ABBA just as much!!!  OMG addicted!!!
And I love Katherine Jenkins, Josh Groban, Demi Lovato, Secret Garden, and so many other artists just as much!!!
I have a wide range of music I love.  I mean, I love pretty much anything except for screamo (you know, the loud guitars and screaming devil music).  I pretty much love anything else.  Music is my life.

I agree Tiffany! There are so many great artists, I listen to lots of music. And besides CT and Demi Levato I also really love the artists you mentioned... especially Secret Garden.



Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Tiffany Gray on August 13, 2010, 10:21AM

Lol  ;D Well, skittles are also very good   ;D

I looooove Celtic Woman sooo much, but I also love Celtic Thunder and ABBA just as much!!!  OMG addicted!!!
And I love Katherine Jenkins, Josh Groban, Demi Lovato, Secret Garden, and so many other artists just as much!!!
I have a wide range of music I love.  I mean, I love pretty much anything except for screamo (you know, the loud guitars and screaming devil music).  I pretty much love anything else.  Music is my life.

I agree Tiffany! They're so many great artists, I listen to lots of music. And besides CT and Demi Levato I also really love the artists you mentioned... especially Secret Garden.



AWESOMENESS!!!  And I looove Celtic Thunder and Demi Lovato!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!  :)

HAHAHAHAHA!!!  Your skittles joke was funny lol.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Tiffany Gray on August 13, 2010, 04:45PM
WOW!!!  She is amazing!!!  I love Jackie!  I really hope she does a CD, because she's got such an amazing voice, especially for someone so young!!!  I think she's the next Chloe!


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: TheWhite~Rose on August 13, 2010, 07:51PM
WOW!!!  She is amazing!!!  I love Jackie!  I really hope she does a CD, because she's got such an amazing voice, especially for someone so young!!!  I think she's the next Chloe!
Haha, I see you got my comment yesterday. :) Dunno if anyone's posted a link on the forum yet, so I'll go ahead and take the liberty to present you with this little gem.  This is Jackie Evancho fom America's Got Talent; she's only ten years old!  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iiFZcu9UsIk (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iiFZcu9UsIk)
I sent the link to Tiff just last night. :D

EDIT:
While I'm on here, I might as well list some artists I enjoy listening to other than Celtic Woman:
Loreena McKennitt
Secret Garden
Enya
The High Kings
Hayley Westenra
Anuna
Eimear Quinn
Cara Dillon
Sissel
Moya Brennan
Clannad
The Adiemus Singers
Siobhan Owen
Cecile Corbel
Yiruma
Helen Trevillion
All Angels
Jillian Goldin
Andrea Bocelli

SECOND EDIT:
sounds exactly like Hayley........http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rg0hNMQXijo


Hayley....http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lMC30NE3tbo&feature=related
Oh my gosh!  I didn't realize you already posted a link about Jackie!  I haven't seen that vid yet.  Thanks for sharing. :)


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Tiffany Gray on August 13, 2010, 10:12PM
WOW!!!  She is amazing!!!  I love Jackie!  I really hope she does a CD, because she's got such an amazing voice, especially for someone so young!!!  I think she's the next Chloe!
Haha, I see you got my comment yesterday. :) Dunno if anyone's posted a link on the forum yet, so I'll go ahead and take the liberty to present you with this little gem.  This is Jackie Evancho fom America's Got Talent; she's only ten years old!  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iiFZcu9UsIk (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iiFZcu9UsIk)
I sent the link to Tiff just last night. :D

EDIT:
While I'm on here, I might as well list some artists I enjoy listening to other than Celtic Woman:
Loreena McKennitt
Secret Garden
Enya
The High Kings
Hayley Westenra
Anuna
Eimear Quinn
Cara Dillon
Sissel
Moya Brennan
Clannad
The Adiemus Singers
Siobhan Owen
Cecile Corbel
Yiruma
Helen Trevillion
All Angels
Jillian Goldin
Andrea Bocelli

SECOND EDIT:
sounds exactly like Hayley........http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rg0hNMQXijo


Hayley....http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lMC30NE3tbo&feature=related
Oh my gosh!  I didn't realize you already posted a link about Jackie!  I haven't seen that vid yet.  Thanks for sharing. :)

Ummm I was answering a thread that was on the Hayley board but I think it got moved??  ???


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Trouble on August 13, 2010, 10:22PM
Skillet
Nickelback
Framing Hanley
Evans Blue
Hilary Hahn


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Tiffany Gray on August 13, 2010, 10:39PM
I can list all the artists I like, but that would take a long time lol.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: TheWhite~Rose on August 13, 2010, 10:39PM
WOW!!!  She is amazing!!!  I love Jackie!  I really hope she does a CD, because she's got such an amazing voice, especially for someone so young!!!  I think she's the next Chloe!
Haha, I see you got my comment yesterday. :) Dunno if anyone's posted a link on the forum yet, so I'll go ahead and take the liberty to present you with this little gem.  This is Jackie Evancho fom America's Got Talent; she's only ten years old!  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iiFZcu9UsIk (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iiFZcu9UsIk)
I sent the link to Tiff just last night. :D

EDIT:
While I'm on here, I might as well list some artists I enjoy listening to other than Celtic Woman:
Loreena McKennitt
Secret Garden
Enya
The High Kings
Hayley Westenra
Anuna
Eimear Quinn
Cara Dillon
Sissel
Moya Brennan
Clannad
The Adiemus Singers
Siobhan Owen
Cecile Corbel
Yiruma
Helen Trevillion
All Angels
Jillian Goldin
Andrea Bocelli

SECOND EDIT:
sounds exactly like Hayley........http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rg0hNMQXijo


Hayley....http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lMC30NE3tbo&feature=related
Oh my gosh!  I didn't realize you already posted a link about Jackie!  I haven't seen that vid yet.  Thanks for sharing. :)

Ummm I was answering a thread that was on the Hayley board but I think it got moved??  ???
Did you really?  I certainly didn't see it.  :-\ Oh well. :)


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: MaryNorth93 on August 14, 2010, 04:45AM
EDIT:
While I'm on here, I might as well list some artists I enjoy listening to other than Celtic Woman:
Loreena McKennitt
Secret Garden
Enya
The High Kings
Hayley Westenra
Anuna
Eimear Quinn
Cara Dillon
Sissel
Moya Brennan
Clannad
The Adiemus Singers
Siobhan Owen
Cecile Corbel
Yiruma
Helen Trevillion
All Angels
Jillian Goldin
Andrea Bocelli


Great list! I also LOVE Loreena Mckennit (see my banner  :D) and Cara Dillon is amazing..

Skillet
Nickelback
Framing Hanley
Evans Blue
Hilary Hahn


Yeah, another skillet lover!!  ;D

My list would be:

Skillet
David Arkenstone
Hayley
Deirdre
Méav
Órla
Immediate Music
Vangelis
Cara Dillon
Secret Garden
Phil Collins
Moya Brennan
Loreena Mckennit
Enya
Mark Masri
Josh Groban
Stellar Kart
Faith Hill

And many more artists.. I also love to listen to soundtracks :)


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Kevin R.I. on August 14, 2010, 06:44AM
......and Cora Smythe....the girl can FIDDLE!


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Inga on August 25, 2010, 07:01AM
David Garretts has a new PBS Special, DVD and Album

Rock Symphonies: Live on a Summer Night

www.youtube.com/watch?v=jzzkszrx0po&feature=related (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jzzkszrx0po&feature=related)

www.youtube.com/watch?v=FXJS98ILNEk&feature=related (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FXJS98ILNEk&feature=related)

Filmed in June 2010 in Berlin.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Kevin R.I. on August 25, 2010, 07:10AM
Thank you for posting that Inga....love watching it... :)


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: The Impatient New Yorker on August 27, 2010, 01:30PM
My list goes:
Josh Groban
Andrea Bocelli
Clannad
Sissel
Peter, Paul and Mary
Celtic Thunder
Enya
Annuna
Phill Collins
Phill Coulter
Libera
Angelis
Vox Angeli
Sarah Brightman
Aled Jones
Cat Stevens
The Chieftans
Chloe Coyle
Cyndi Lauper
The Dubliners
Il Divo
Hayley Westenra
James Galway
Nat King Cole
Russell Watson
Bobby McFerrin


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: SusanZ on August 28, 2010, 10:16PM
Just saw "Straight No Chaser" in concert at Harrahs Resort in Atlantic City. These guys are PHENOMENAL!! Their voices blend perfectly and they are a lot of fun onstage. Great interaction with their audiences too.



Zee


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Mariko on August 28, 2010, 10:28PM
I'm not sure if I've posted in here yet... but I'll post anyway. ;)

MAINS: (including CW & the soloists)
GREAT BIG SEA - if you like folk music or fun stuff, check these guys out! (fans of the Chieftains or Irish Decendants may like them)
Celtic Thunder
The High Kings
Spirit of the West - along the same lines as Great Big Sea

OTHER:
Josh Groban
The Canadian Tenors
Enya
Phil Collins
Backstreet Boys
Journey
The Cottars
The Corrs

SOUNDTRACK STUFF:
Lord of the Rings (Howard Shore)
Pirates of the Caribbean (Klaus Badelt & Hans Zimmer)
John Williams
Jerry Goldsmith


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Inga on August 30, 2010, 01:25AM
David Garrett goes Hollywood and will play a role in a movie about Antonio Vivaldi and the soundtrack for the movie.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Kevin R.I. on August 30, 2010, 08:04AM
David Garrett goes Hollywood and will play a role in a movie about Antonio Vivaldi and the soundtrack for the movie.
 Not much of a surprise......better enjoy him on PBS now....he`ll probably have a rinestone encrusted violin.... ;D


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Inga on September 06, 2010, 06:56AM
David Garretts has a new PBS Special, DVD and Album

Rock Symphonies: Live on a Summer Night

The album debuted on the Billboard Classic Charts at No. 2.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jack on September 08, 2010, 07:11AM
One more by Lea Salonga:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M1wmVDgO_UI&feature=related (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M1wmVDgO_UI&feature=related)

Amazing performer, amazing voice, great song.  Don't know why it "did not make the cut".

Jack


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Inga on September 14, 2010, 01:54AM
David Garretts has a new PBS Special, DVD and Album

Rock Symphonies: Live on a Summer Night

Beethoven's 5th from the album can be downloaded on Amazon.de for free

www.amazon.de/The-5th/dp/B00419NL52/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&s=dmusic&qid=1284450364&sr=8-2 (http://www.amazon.de/The-5th/dp/B00419NL52/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&s=dmusic&qid=1284450364&sr=8-2)


If someone is interested in classic-pop-rock music.  ;)


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Rainbow Joy on September 17, 2010, 04:16PM
Everyone should check out Canadian Tenors. I saw them recently on Oprah. They sang "Hallelujah". I've heard many different covers of that song, however the Canadian Tenors sing it better than anyone else, hands down. Then again, if Josh Groban ever records the song, it may be a tie. I love Josh too. By the way, Josh has a new CD coming out in November. It's called "Illuminations". So be on the lookout for that. The first single "Hidden Away" is being played on radio as of earlier this week. If I were to post about all my favorite artists, it would take from now to Christmas, (at least), so I won't ramble on too much longer, except to say that "Symphony" and "Winter Symphony", as well as anything else by Sarah Brightman is worth listening to. If I heard correctly, a new CD by Neil Diamond is to be released as well, in the near future. Seems there's lots of good things to look forward to! :)


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Inga on September 18, 2010, 01:24AM
Josh Groban's new song is really awesome.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Rainbow Joy on September 18, 2010, 08:13PM
Josh Groban's new song is really awesome.

So is Josh Groban! ;) As my Aunt would say, "He's real easy on the eyes" too! :) I hope, at some point in time, that he records a song with Chloe.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: MaryNorth93 on September 27, 2010, 03:29PM
Maybe THK-forum is a more appropriate place to post this topic, but I was just wondering how many CW-fans listen to them as well. I've really come to love them, such an lively and great group  ;D


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Mariko on September 27, 2010, 04:50PM
I do, I do!! I really love The High Kings, if you ever watch their videos on youtube or just listen to them, they're a lot of fun. I've come love just about every song that they sing, mostly since I really love that stuff!! I have to say, Darren is quite the hottie...lol. Shame he's married. ::)

If you want to watch their videos (as seen on their DVD), here's a url you should check: http://www.youtube.com/user/brendanheard (http://www.youtube.com/user/brendanheard).


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: SusanZ on September 27, 2010, 05:09PM
THK are an extremely talented group of musicians - and great guys to boot! I had the pleasure of attending one of their concerts in Philadelphia and meeting them beforehand. They couldn't have been nicer.

I know they were recently in the States for several shows. I am hoping they will come back for another tour in the not too distant future. Looks like they will be busy in their homeland of Ireland during October and November.



Zee


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Katharine on September 27, 2010, 06:10PM
I do, I do!! I really love The High Kings, if you ever watch their videos on youtube or just listen to them, they're a lot of fun. I've come love just about every song that they sing, mostly since I really love that stuff!! I have to say, Darren is quite the hottie...lol. Shame he's married. ::)

If you want to watch their videos (as seen on their DVD), here's a url you should check: http://www.youtube.com/user/brendanheard (http://www.youtube.com/user/brendanheard).

Thanks so much for that link!  I didn't know The High Kings had a youtube page!!  I have now subscribed!  And, I really want to start listening to them more!  I know they are good-- I've listened to a few songs, and I really liked them!! 


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Mariko on September 27, 2010, 08:51PM
Katharine - You're so welcome, I'm glad you enjoyed!! :)

Susan - I'm a little jealous!! Aha, but I'm glad they keep that Irish reputation of being so wonderful!! I believe they do have a tour for the states planned. If you ever read Darren's notes on facebook or blog on MySpace, "Memory Schedule" is slated for a Feb (I believe) 2011 release with a tour. I'm beyond excited!!

Everyone should check out Canadian Tenors. I saw them recently on Oprah. They sang "Hallelujah". I've heard many different covers of that song, however the Canadian Tenors sing it better than anyone else, hands down. Then again, if Josh Groban ever records the song, it may be a tie. I love Josh too. By the way, Josh has a new CD coming out in November. It's called "Illuminations". So be on the lookout for that. The first single "Hidden Away" is being played on radio as of earlier this week. If I were to post about all my favorite artists, it would take from now to Christmas, (at least), so I won't ramble on too much longer, except to say that "Symphony" and "Winter Symphony", as well as anything else by Sarah Brightman is worth listening to. If I heard correctly, a new CD by Neil Diamond is to be released as well, in the near future. Seems there's lots of good things to look forward to! :)
Rainbow, you're my new favourite person, aha!! I'm so glad someone else is a big fan of The Canadian Tenors. I saw them that on Oprah & they blew me away. While people have called them "cheap Il Divo knockoffs", I believe the opposite is true. While they may have a bit opera/classical in them, they're quite a bit quieter than Il Divo.. which I enjoy. And well... they're all super-cute too!


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: ina on September 28, 2010, 02:33AM
Loreena will bring out a new album in November with the name "The Wind that Shakes the Barley"

From her newsletter:


 In a stirring and inspirational return to her roots, Loreena McKennitt has created a new album of traditional Celtic songs, recorded this summer in a historic 1832 temple north of Toronto.

The Wind that Shakes the Barley features nine songs, including such familiar classics as "Down by the Sally Gardens," "The Star of the County Down" and "The Parting Glass." The album also features a few lesser-known favourites, including "The Death of Queen Jane" and "As I Roved Out." There are also two instrumental tracks, one of which was written by Loreena to commemorate Irish-Canadian history during the potato famine of the 1840s.
 

"Every once and again there is a pull to return to one's own roots or beginnings, with the perspective of time and experience, to feel the familiar things you once loved and love still," says Loreena.

The album, which is offered as a CD, a download and on vinyl, will begin its release this fall and continue into 2011.


Track listing:
1 -   As I Roved Out
2 - On a Bright May Morning
3 - Brian Boru’s March
4 - Down By the Sally Gardens
5 - The Star of the County Down
6 - The Wind that Shakes the Barley
7 - The Death of Queen Jane
8 - The Emigration Tunes
9 - The Parting Glass

You can hear the new tracks (short clips) here:

http://quinlanroad.com/explorethemusic/thewindthatshakesthebarley.asp






Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: TheWhite~Rose on September 28, 2010, 11:19AM
Loreena will bring out a new album in November with the name "The Wind that Shakes the Barley"

From her newsletter:


 In a stirring and inspirational return to her roots, Loreena McKennitt has created a new album of traditional Celtic songs, recorded this summer in a historic 1832 temple north of Toronto.

The Wind that Shakes the Barley features nine songs, including such familiar classics as "Down by the Sally Gardens," "The Star of the County Down" and "The Parting Glass." The album also features a few lesser-known favourites, including "The Death of Queen Jane" and "As I Roved Out." There are also two instrumental tracks, one of which was written by Loreena to commemorate Irish-Canadian history during the potato famine of the 1840s.
 

"Every once and again there is a pull to return to one's own roots or beginnings, with the perspective of time and experience, to feel the familiar things you once loved and love still," says Loreena.

The album, which is offered as a CD, a download and on vinyl, will begin its release this fall and continue into 2011.


Track listing:
1 -   As I Roved Out
2 - On a Bright May Morning
3 - Brian Boru’s March
4 - Down By the Sally Gardens
5 - The Star of the County Down
6 - The Wind that Shakes the Barley
7 - The Death of Queen Jane
8 - The Emigration Tunes
9 - The Parting Glass

You can hear the new tracks (short clips) here:

http://quinlanroad.com/explorethemusic/thewindthatshakesthebarley.asp





Pardon my excitement, but:
LOREENA'S COMING OUT WITH A NEW ALBUM?!?!?! :o :D ;D  What exciting news!  Heading to the website right now to listen to those clips.  I'll definitely be buying it. ;)
Katharine - You're so welcome, I'm glad you enjoyed!! :)

Susan - I'm a little jealous!! Aha, but I'm glad they keep that Irish reputation of being so wonderful!! I believe they do have a tour for the states planned. If you ever read Darren's notes on facebook or blog on MySpace, "Memory Schedule" is slated for a Feb (I believe) 2011 release with a tour. I'm beyond excited!!

And yet, even more exciting news!  If they do come to the states next year, I'll do anything I can to see a show.

Thanks ladies, you made my entire day. :D


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: MaryNorth93 on September 28, 2010, 11:30AM
Loreena will bring out a new album in November with the name "The Wind that Shakes the Barley"

From her newsletter:


 In a stirring and inspirational return to her roots, Loreena McKennitt has created a new album of traditional Celtic songs, recorded this summer in a historic 1832 temple north of Toronto.

The Wind that Shakes the Barley features nine songs, including such familiar classics as "Down by the Sally Gardens," "The Star of the County Down" and "The Parting Glass." The album also features a few lesser-known favourites, including "The Death of Queen Jane" and "As I Roved Out." There are also two instrumental tracks, one of which was written by Loreena to commemorate Irish-Canadian history during the potato famine of the 1840s.
 

"Every once and again there is a pull to return to one's own roots or beginnings, with the perspective of time and experience, to feel the familiar things you once loved and love still," says Loreena.

The album, which is offered as a CD, a download and on vinyl, will begin its release this fall and continue into 2011.


Track listing:
1 -   As I Roved Out
2 - On a Bright May Morning
3 - Brian Boru’s March
4 - Down By the Sally Gardens
5 - The Star of the County Down
6 - The Wind that Shakes the Barley
7 - The Death of Queen Jane
8 - The Emigration Tunes
9 - The Parting Glass

You can hear the new tracks (short clips) here:

http://quinlanroad.com/explorethemusic/thewindthatshakesthebarley.asp






WOOOOHOOOO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!   ;D ;D ;D

I do, I do!! I really love The High Kings, if you ever watch their videos on youtube or just listen to them, they're a lot of fun. I've come love just about every song that they sing, mostly since I really love that stuff!! I have to say, Darren is quite the hottie...lol. Shame he's married. ::)

If you want to watch their videos (as seen on their DVD), here's a url you should check: http://www.youtube.com/user/brendanheard (http://www.youtube.com/user/brendanheard).

Lol, I agree, Darren is definately eye-candy :D And thanks for the link. It's so great to see how much fun they have with performing  ;D


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: SusanZ on September 28, 2010, 11:30AM
I got Loreena's newsletter this morning as well!!!!! I am really excited about the new CD and they also mentioned an upcoming tour!! I missed her the last time around in the States. I am hoping US dates will be included on the tour because I SO want to see her in concert!!



Zee


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: TheWhite~Rose on September 28, 2010, 03:22PM
I got Loreena's newsletter this morning as well!!!!! I am really excited about the new CD and they also mentioned an upcoming tour!! I missed her the last time around in the States. I am hoping US dates will be included on the tour because I SO want to see her in concert!!



Zee
Wow, I missed the bit on the new tour, I hope she comes to the states too! :D  When was the last time she toured the U.S?  I remember that she came to a theatre close to where I lived, but--thanks to classes--I couldn't attend. :(


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Tiffany Gray on October 02, 2010, 03:08AM
Have any of you guys heard of this amazing artist?  I think she was also in Lord of the Dance.  I just bought her album on iTunes, and it's so beautiful!!!  I am attached to it!!!

Here's one of her songs (one of my favorite ones that I am listening to right now on REPEAT)!!!

"Our Love" by Hayley Griffiths
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XAzSUoiEBxk

And she looks so much like Hayley Westenra lol!  :)  She's awesome!!!!!


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: MaryNorth93 on October 02, 2010, 07:19AM
Have any of you guys heard of this amazing artist?  I think she was also in Lord of the Dance.  I just bought her album on iTunes, and it's so beautiful!!!  I am attached to it!!!

Here's one of her songs (one of my favorite ones that I am listening to right now on REPEAT)!!!

"Our Love" by Hayley Griffiths
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XAzSUoiEBxk

And she looks so much like Hayley Westenra lol!  :)  She's awesome!!!!!

She has an amazing voice indeed, nice add Tiffany, thank you.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: TheWhite~Rose on October 02, 2010, 09:15PM
Have any of you guys heard of this amazing artist?  I think she was also in Lord of the Dance.  I just bought her album on iTunes, and it's so beautiful!!!  I am attached to it!!!

Here's one of her songs (one of my favorite ones that I am listening to right now on REPEAT)!!!

"Our Love" by Hayley Griffiths
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XAzSUoiEBxk

And she looks so much like Hayley Westenra lol!  :)  She's awesome!!!!!
I think you may have mentioned her on facebook. ;)  Thanks for introducing her to us, her voice is outstanding. :)


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: L.A. Girl on October 15, 2010, 05:52PM
I just listened to some of Siobhan's songs on Myspace and on her website; all I can say is "WOW!" It seems as though there is another angel in Celticland.

Dianne


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: The Leprechaun on October 15, 2010, 06:28PM
She seems okay to me. She's not what I'm used to, though.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: OldFatGuy on October 15, 2010, 07:20PM
Siobhan Owen is a wonderful talent.  She's only 17 and she's working on her third self-funded album.  She's currently raised about 40% of her goal of $5,000.  I encourage everyone to help her.  Go to http://www.indiegogo.com/Siobhan-Owen-New-Album (http://www.indiegogo.com/Siobhan-Owen-New-Album) for more information.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: TheWhite~Rose on October 15, 2010, 10:11PM
Siobhan Owen is a wonderful talent.  She's only 17 and she's working on her third self-funded album.  She's currently raised about 40% of her goal of $5,000.  I encourage everyone to help her.  Go to http://www.indiegogo.com/Siobhan-Owen-New-Album (http://www.indiegogo.com/Siobhan-Owen-New-Album) for more information.
Yes, I saw that on Facebook.  I'm so glad she's coming out with another album.  She's so amazing. :)


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Cash on October 16, 2010, 10:06AM
George Strait, Reba, Lee Ann Womack   Oct 14, 2010 Consol Energy Center Pittsburgh

   I was so happy to learn about this show. I had seen Reba, with Brooks & Dunn, Terri Clark, and some young guy the ladies were screaming over, in concert about 12 years ago. Reba puts on one heck of a show! And she seems to always bring along very talented friends, or should I say her “good buddies” , to make for a great evening.
   So I found out when tickets become available and I get my backside in line at the ticket office at the appropriate time. I don’t do it on-line, as my slow dial up connection is just way too slow.  I am 4th in line. They open only 3 ticket windows! So I wait 5 minutes, but that means people on-line, esp. scalpers, grab up a lot of good tickets. I get up to the window and the guy working there is an older guy who is slow using the computer system. None of the tickets he offers me seem worth the $90+ . It almost seems like the ticket system tries to sell seats in the most expensive range that aren’t worthy, and that a cheaper seat would be a better buy. I got a bit frustrated and left. I thought if I were to go at that point, I would just get a cheap seat.  
   So I return to the ticket office just a few days before the show, hoping its not sold out. It wasn’t . In fact, I end up paying the $90+ for a seat. Although it’s not a good seat, it’s not that bad either. It is in a central location, about 14 rows up. I would say it was better than half the seats there. Plus, they used a “center stage” set up, not end stage set up. The stage was square, with the corners sort of pointing out toward the centers and the ends, like a diamond. Which meant those with ‘front row’ or floor seats were in good shape when the performer was on the stage corner near them. But they moved corner to corner, so it was really only like a quarter of the show that they had great seats. The rest of the show, the performers were away from them.
   The day of the show arrived, and I headed on in. it’s an easy bus ride. In fact, the bus stop is right there in front of the Consol Energy Center, Pittsburgh’s new hockey arena and concert venue. They don’t scan the tickets when you enter that first floor door, but they do check bags. I noticed that the rest rooms were crowed. I couldn’t believe it. A brand new building that lacked sufficient facilities? Plus I get up to the merchandise table and of course it was a real mess. A big mob. So I thought “forget this” and headed on in. They scanned my ticket, I took the escalator up to the appropriate level, and found a merchandise table with only a few people. Plus, the rest rooms on that level had more than sufficient numbers to handle the crowd.  It was one of those things were people just tried to do it all when they first entered, instead of going to their appropriate area close to where their seats were located.
   I bought a Reba program and a Reba fridge magnet at the merchandise table. George and Lee Ann did not have them, though there were CDs and plenty of T-shirts. I headed on in to my seat. All seats in that section had padding on both the seat part and back part. Plus they are new seats. It’s a new arena.  Very comfortable. I looked through the program and noticed something about the one picture. Reba singing with another young lady. She looked familiar, but I couldn‘t think of the name.
   As previously mentioned, the stage was sort of diamond like in the center. The band’s instruments were sort of circular in the center, while the side’s and corners were open space for the principle performers. They had a railing kind of thing set up from one corner of the stage, through the floor section, to a large opening that lead under the seats. I imagine that’s where the Zamboni is parked and comes out for hockey games. The performers used that aisle, from the large opening leading to the stage, to move on / off stage. The big arena scoreboard was retracted way up to the ceiling. They did have a smaller tv like thing extended down from it, and a much larger movie screen type of thing hanging down that they projected images on. I had a very good view of this rather large and central positioned screen, which worked out very well.
   The show started promptly at 7pm with Lee Ann Womack as opening act,. She told us that, although the Consol Energy Center had previous concerts, this was the very first country music concert. She said something like “I hope y’all like REAL country” Also, she told us that we were so lucky to get the “King & Queen” (George & Reba) as the first country performers here. She sang a few of her songs, including “I’m gonna love you tonight” and “I hope you dance“, as well as some cover songs like “Night Life” and “Rose of San Antone.” As she sang “Night Life”, I had a flash back to a Reba cassette tape I bought maybe 25 years ago! Reba did that song on it. Lee Ann’s part of the show lasted about 40 minutes. She has a good voice, but, in my opinion, she lacks something. She clapped, danced around, and tried to get the crowd fired up, but she just didn’t get it done, in my view.  She certainly waved and interacted. She ran around the stage, corner to corner, on each song. She must have done 50 laps. She did not display a shortage of energy, yet she didn’t seem to generate it either. Although some might disagree with me. She certainly did a good job, but, in my opinion, not great.
   After a 15 minute intermission, its Reba, who had no problem displaying or generating energy! She knows how to work a crowd. Knows exactly where the arena tv cameras are for the big screen and knows how to play them. At first, the big screen had images of Reba over the years. As singer, tv star, movie star, broadway star, etc. Her program did the same thing. Each section sort of had something about a different phase of her lengthy, diverse, and very successful career in entertainment. But the images that  they displayed on the big tv screen made me think back to her concert 12 years ago. That show started off in a similar way, with images on a big screen, but they were of the city. Her people must of went out and took images of various locations that said “Pittsburgh” and customized it to this one show. That must of took a little time and effort, but was very effective in establishing a connection with the crowd right from the start.
   She performed old hits, like “Night the Lights went out in Georgia” and new ones like “Turn on the Radio”. On “Keep on Lovin’ You” she noted that her “good buddy” Ronnie Dunn wrote the song and that she toured with Brooks & Dunn for 4 years. She said that she had to be “the toughest lady in country music” and got a laugh. She also added that “just because they are splittin’ it doesn’t mean they’re quittin’”.
   She featured her band on a song called “Nothin’ Left to Lose”. The female band member performed multiple duties all night long. She played some fiddle and guitar, sang some background vocals, did a duet with Reba, and even danced a bit when she had no musical part to perform. She was often on the opposite corner of the stage from Reba, providing the crowd on the back end with something live to look it, instead of just the tv screen with Reba on it.
   Reba thanked everyone for supporting her over the years. She said “Thank you” a bit more than Lee Ann, who did the “Thank You” thing about as much as one would normally expect. Perhaps that’s a reason why Reba has been such a star over the years.
   She continued on with many more songs and had several cool surprises in the show. First, when she performed “Does she Love You” a duet, she stationed herself on the stage corner farthest from the aisle and the steps leading up to the stage. She had everyone distracted far away from Lee Ann Womack’s entrance to sing the duet with her. Lee Ann was suddenly there…SURPRISE! She and Lee Ann were sort of in positions like they were dueling or fighting. The arena tv system positioned itself so you could see both on screen facing off at each other on opposite ends of the stage . They then joined each other on the one corner and sort of loudly sang right in each others faces. Of course Reba “won” .
   Reba’s second big surprise also involved a duet. She noted how her “good buddy” (everyone is her “good buddy”) Kelly Clarkson wrote her next song and performed it as a duet with her. So, that left us wondering, if it’s a duet, who would sing with Reba? Lee Ann? Her female band member? Nope…out came….KELLY CLARKSON herself! A great surprise. Then I remembered. That picture in the program, the one I thought that I should know who was there with Reba? Well, its Kelly. They actually did 2 songs, "Because of you" and another that I didn't get the name for.
   Reba’s third surprise happened at the very end of her part of the performance. The one guy said on speaker “Give it up for Reba McEntire!” and people gave her a big standing O, wildly cheering for such a great performance. She waved a bit and left the stage, headed back down the aisle to the big opening to the backstage area. Many people, thinking it was intermission, headed for concession stands or restrooms. But the house lights remained dark. AH-OH! Something’s up! An encore coming? Why…yes indeed. The big screen suddenly started showing the video for “Fancy” and the part with Reba riding in the cab. Then, the spotlight hit a cab coming out of the big entrance and driving as far as it could down the aisle toward stage. Suddenly Reba got out of the backseat, dressed in a red dress, and headed back on stage and performed her song “Fancy“ as last song of her set list.
   She was looking great in that red dress! Her first costume was just a black, sort of tank top, kind of thing, with dark colored pants. It wasn’t fancy at all. In fact, Lee Ann’s attire wasn’t that sophisticated either, as she wore a silver tank top kind of thing with dark pants. Perhaps the ladies didn’t want to show up George too much, as he just wore his usual shirt, pants, and cowboy hat. Nothing fancy about him. But that’s part of his appeal.
   Before I get to George though, a few more notes on Reba. She performed the theme to her tv show, I think its entitled “Survivor”. She also did well on “The Greatest Man I never Knew” and some song about cowboys, were they showed images of various people on the big screen, John Wayne, Clint Eastwood, Robert Redford, etc. Like Lee Ann, Reba did a LOT of laps around that square stage. I bet several laps per song. For a 50 something, she sure looks great and has energy! And she still puts on one heck of a show! Her part of the show ended at about 9:10pm. After a 15 minute intermission, on comes “The King”!
   They played a recorded instrumental version of “Deep in the Heart of Texas” as entrance music for him. He started off with “Twang”  which was a great lead off song. The crowd got to say “Twang” at the appropriate spot in the song and that generated fan participation and excitement. The third song was “Honk if you Honky Tonk” and that also went very well, getting the fans fired up! He went on to do a number of songs including “Can still make Cheyenne”, “I Hate Everything”, “Wrapped”, “Check Yes or No”, and others.
   George took a different approach to the stage. Instead of running round and round like the ladies, he went to one corner, did 2 songs, then walked on over to the next corner, did 2 songs, moved again, did 2 songs, etc. His style was in complete contrast to the ladies. He didn’t jump around. Yet he still generated excitement despite the low key approach. Some people were dancing around. It looked like one usher in the floor section told people to settle down a bit. The ladies to my right were clapping, cheering, swaying, having a great time. Lots of energy! Now perhaps another factor played a role. Some people had been drinking beer for close to 3 hours. Maybe a “beer” effect? People were still completely sober for Lee Ann’s performance! George did interact a bit, but not too much. He connected to Pittsburgh by saying something like “This is Mario’s place, but we are gonna just borrow it for a little while tonight”. His main thing that he said the most was “Thank you” You will never hear a performer thank the crowd as often as George Strait. He said it after every other song.
   He got to a point when he introduced his band, called the “Ace in the Hole” band. They did a fantastic job. There were 8 or 9 members. Both George and Reba had large bands. When he introduced the bass player, he made his voice real deep as he said “the bass player” . Most of the band were older guys from Texas, but he did have one pretty younger lady, his one back up singer, from Nashville, After he introduced her, he made a sound, hard to explain, one of those like “isn’t she a hottie” type of sounds.
   He went on to do many more songs. I don’t have the whole set list. One song included lyrics that said, without Texas, there would be no Dallas Cowboys. That drew a few boos hahaha in a joking way. Pittsburgh is, after all Steeler country! It reminded me a bit of Garth Brooks concert about 15 years ago, When Garth introduced his back up singer, a pretty lady (seems a LOT of back-up singers are pretty ladies) he said “from Cleveland, Ohio” then her name. Everyone clapped and cheered for her. Garth then added “wow what a compliment, you don’t know how much a compliment that is” (as he looked over at her) then he added “a Pittsburgh crowd cheering a person from Cleveland”.
   So George does some more songs. Including “How ‘bout them Cowgirls” and “Amarillo by Morning”. They did something very cool on Amarillo. Theres a fiddle part at the end, and they put the band’s fiddler on the big screen, then had a sky image in back of him. Somehow they merged images. Then as the song faded out, the image of the fiddler faded into just sky. I would love to see that again. Where is the replay button for live performances?  I loved George’s performance of “Troubadour” and sang along, maybe a bit too loud. I must be getting old, ,as I can relate so well to that song.
   George finishes, gets a great standing O, and leaves the stage. But of course theres an encore. Three songs, started with “All my Exs Live in Texas” followed by “Folsom Prison” and then another song that I don’t remember the title to. But some lyrics included “This is where the cowboy rides away” or something to that effect. Very appropriate for an ending song for a country star like George.
   The show ended at about 11:20pm. We fans really got our money‘s worth in terms of both quality and quantity. Not much to say bad about this one. At times, I think the sound could have been better. But it was in a hockey arena with 10,000 plus in attendance, and very loud, so its not like a small intimate theatre where sound can be engineered for maximum quality. Reba did not sing “When Whoever’s in New England” and George did not sing “I Cross my Heart”, "Carrying your love with Me",  or “Write this Down”. It would have been nice if they could have got those songs on the set list. But we can’t be too greedy. It was a lengthy show, and they had to cut it off at some point.
   This show really is a MUST see for country music fans!

The newspaper review can be found here...
http://www.post-gazette.com/pg/10288/1095449-388.stm (http://www.post-gazette.com/pg/10288/1095449-388.stm)
   


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jack on October 17, 2010, 09:48AM
"MARU"

This may be a wasted post since we focus mostly on vocalists of European descent on this thread. That being said, I definitely think this young artist needs to be seen and heard.  Recently while surfing for keyboard info (mine died last week), I was struck by the performances of a young Japanese female musician on youtube.  She plays the Electone, a large expensive Yamaha keyboard-like electronic organ (complete with a 25-note pedal board).  The account name her videos are normally posted under is "atokun111kyusyu", though I'm not sure that is her account.  She is quite frequently referred to simply as "Maru".  To my knowledge she is not a professional, yet is quite popular among Japanese viewers (over a million hits on some performances).  She is truly a master of this instrument and her hand speed is remarkable.  She plays and posts all types of music from jazz to classical, but specializes in movie and video game themes.  She has a great sense of humor witnessed by her dragon costumes with little red socks to hide her identity during her game and movie theme videos.  Everyone wants to know who she is and keep asking she reveal her identity and go on tour.  So far she has not waived and remains a mystery.  Perhaps Carla (Shankdee) can help identify her for us. 

If you are interested, here are a couple of links to get started, but be sure to try others, especially the movie soundtracks (Star Wars & Indiana Jones are must-see!  Jaws, Pirates of the Caribbean, etc.) to truly get a feel for her abilities.  As one poster said, the rest of the world needs to hear more from this truly gifted performer.

The first part of this video gives you some idea of her hand (and foot) speed.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B_-HKoUO9ow&feature=related (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B_-HKoUO9ow&feature=related)

This is a beautiful piece (sans dragon costume), "When They Cry" (Higurashi) with delicate little Japanese overtones.  Simple, yet elegant.  Enjoy.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9-r1H4BScEw&feature=related (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9-r1H4BScEw&feature=related)

Once more God has failed to share a great artist's talent with me.  I'm thinking seriously of destroying my new keyboard after watching her. :D :D


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: CelticWomanAddict on October 17, 2010, 06:15PM
In Feb I'm going to see a band called Rain:The Beatles Experience,They look and sound just like The Beatles,It really blows your mind.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Cash on October 19, 2010, 10:24AM
I forgot to post this a couple weeks back...sorry about that...because I think this ends in a few days. But for those of you with COMCAST cable, check the music on demand videos, under "pop" music, David Archuleta has a video called "Something 'bout Love". I hope its still there.

Also, he is here in town tonight, but at some small, strange venue I never heard of before. I don't even know where its located. Guess I could find out, but, if I were to attend a concert tonight, it would be the Eagles at our main big concert arena. But I need to pass on that too, as I need to save because concert dates for a certain group should be announced soon and tickets go on sale.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Où est le lait de soja? on October 19, 2010, 07:11PM
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kifh6UOOZyo

Laura Cantrell.

and also

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d6F62OIA5Lg

Crooked Still ... I think I may have posted them, but I don't remember.






Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: OldFatGuy on November 01, 2010, 08:11AM
Siobhan Owen has been nominated for the Best Instrumentalist Award on the UK Classical-Crossover website at http://www.classcross.com/ (http://www.classcross.com/). I'd encourage our members to vote for her.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: MaryNorth93 on November 01, 2010, 09:08AM
Thanks to Órlagh's special, I've started checking out David Archuleta and Mark Wills their music, and wow, these guys are great!  They have fantastic voices. (Not to mention David is changing in a quite good looking guy   ::) He still does have a bit silly but cute innocence though  ;D) 


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: greenfire6 on November 01, 2010, 08:11PM
I got Loreena's newsletter this morning as well!!!!! I am really excited about the new CD and they also mentioned an upcoming tour!! I missed her the last time around in the States. I am hoping US dates will be included on the tour because I SO want to see her in concert!!
Zee
Wow, I missed the bit on the new tour, I hope she comes to the states too! :D  When was the last time she toured the U.S?  I remember that she came to a theatre close to where I lived, but--thanks to classes--I couldn't attend. :(

I'm all but positive Loreena and her incredible band last toured the US in 2007. I hope this means she is due to return!  ;D


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: SusanZ on November 01, 2010, 08:12PM
I got Loreena's newsletter this morning as well!!!!! I am really excited about the new CD and they also mentioned an upcoming tour!! I missed her the last time around in the States. I am hoping US dates will be included on the tour because I SO want to see her in concert!!
Zee
Wow, I missed the bit on the new tour, I hope she comes to the states too! :D  When was the last time she toured the U.S?  I remember that she came to a theatre close to where I lived, but--thanks to classes--I couldn't attend. :(

I'm all but positive Loreena and her incredible band last toured the US in 2007. I hope this means she is due to return!  ;D

Me too, David!

Zee


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: greenfire6 on November 08, 2010, 09:05AM
Stonecircle, the 5 member Celtic Fusion band out of Salt Lake City, Utah, USA:

UPCOMING SHOWS  
The Jeanne’ Wagner Theatre Salt Lake City, UT Sat Dec 11 2010 07:30 PM
Peery's Egyptian Theatre Ogden, UT Sat Mar 12 2011 07:30 PM    
Thanksgiving Point Lehi, UT Sat Jun 11 2011 09:00 AM

from: http://stonecirclemusic.com/index.html


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jammalot on November 12, 2010, 07:32AM
I adore the Indigo Girls, dunno if a lot of people still listen to them. Their song 'Ghost' is absolutely wonderful. Of course, 'Closer to Fine' is fab as well :D


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: OldFatGuy on November 12, 2010, 09:50AM
I adore the Indigo Girls
Yep. Me too.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Hayley&LisaKFanatic on November 12, 2010, 09:59AM
I like Debby Ryan, Kerry Butler and Christiane Noll :D


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: greenfire6 on November 13, 2010, 11:14AM
T with the Maggies first album launched!

http://www.twiththemaggies.com/

This is going to be great!


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Mariko on November 13, 2010, 02:29PM
I'm adding someone to my list. Now she might now count to some people, but she does to me! Julie Andrews :)


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: MaryNorth93 on November 13, 2010, 03:36PM
I'm adding someone to my list. Now she might now count to some people, but she does to me! Julie Andrews :)

Yep, she rocks!  ;D

Of of my all-time favorite artists is Mark Masri. He is an incredible singer, he writes most of the time his own songs and is a very kind and gentle guy.

I first discovered him in Beautiful World, the Jim Brickman show were Órla appeared as well.

To get you in the christmas mood.. I wouldn't mind if I would get him for christmas  ::) ; http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nWe7oWOefd4&feature=related

His performance of his song 'The Face': http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dd6auLCodEc





Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: greenfire6 on November 29, 2010, 01:25AM
The late Eva Cassidy has been mentioned a number of times in a variety of topics on this Forum. But I haven’t seen any quick links to her music. I would like to provide some youtube links to her covers CW fans will be familiar with:

Fields of Gold (live):
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZGwDYBWEDSc
(The images that accompany this slide show are breathtakingly beautiful.)

Danny Boy:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=852gverKRPo&feature=BF&list=MLGxdCwVVULXdsnvoonIv_ssHcf6j8KyBT&index=16

True Colours:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4SIX-Qp6v4k&feature=related

Somewhere Over the Rainbow:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ccCnL8hArW8&feature=related

Eva Cassidy (unofficial) Website:
http://evacassidy.org/eva/

Please respect that Ms Cassidy passed away of melanoma at a mere 33 years of age in November of 1996. What a terrible loss for her family, fans and the world of music.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: MaryNorth93 on November 29, 2010, 07:39AM
The late Eva Cassidy has been mentioned a number of times in a variety of topics on this Forum. But I haven’t seen any quick links to her music. I would like to provide some youtube links to her covers CW fans will be familiar with:

Fields of Gold (live):
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZGwDYBWEDSc
(The images that accompany this slide show are breathtakingly beautiful.)

Danny Boy:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=852gverKRPo&feature=BF&list=MLGxdCwVVULXdsnvoonIv_ssHcf6j8KyBT&index=16

True Colours:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4SIX-Qp6v4k&feature=related

Somewhere Over the Rainbow:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ccCnL8hArW8&feature=related

Eva Cassidy (unofficial) Website:
http://evacassidy.org/eva/

Please respect that Ms Cassidy passed away of melanoma at a mere 33 years of age in November of 1996. What a terrible loss for her family, fans and the world of music.


Thank you for those links! Hadn't heard Danny Boy yet. I actually like her cover of Fields of Gold over Lisa's since I prefer it as an lullaby.

 I agree, Eva Cassidy was such a lovely and very talented singer. It's terrible she died so young.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Hayley&LisaKFanatic on November 29, 2010, 07:55AM
I'm adding someone to my list. Now she might now count to some people, but she does to me! Julie Andrews :)

She is great :D We ment her and she's sooo nice!


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: MaryNorth93 on December 04, 2010, 01:16PM
How odd are you are when you're a teen and love 'oldies' like Elton John and Phil Collins? Love these two guys.. they've composed lots of wonderfull and memorable songs!  :)


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: KelticKraze on December 04, 2010, 02:20PM
I adore the Indigo Girls, dunno if a lot of people still listen to them. Their song 'Ghost' is absolutely wonderful. Of course, 'Closer to Fine' is fab as well :D

'Land of Canaan' is a great song by them. I hadn't heard 'Ghost' until now, so thanks.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: kero on December 07, 2010, 01:06PM
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W8QTODjtoIo&feature=related


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: kero on December 08, 2010, 05:33PM
there is no body replay on me


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: clarumley on December 09, 2010, 01:08AM
For anyone into Adele, just curious as to who's heard her two new singles?  :) Both are truly magnificent. Can't wait for her album '21' to come out in the U.S., Feb. 22 2011.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s_Zs7XS3XUo (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s_Zs7XS3XUo)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lazyDlfaptM (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lazyDlfaptM)


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Lisa and Helen fanatic on December 09, 2010, 03:20PM
After listening to Lisa L sing with The Key Notes, I started listening to other things TKN, and they're good!


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: lisakellyfan on December 12, 2010, 02:48PM
HelenaMaria
identical twins
look them up on youtube


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: RetPgmr on December 12, 2010, 07:24PM
Has anyone seen or heard of Alison Balsom? I saw her on David Letterman recently. She is very, very, talented. Here is a video of her. The trumpet she is playing is called a rotary valve piccolo trumpet.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ds_5cLu4FUk (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ds_5cLu4FUk)




Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: hayleynibhaoleafh<3'scelticwoman! on December 16, 2010, 08:54PM
Sleina Gomez, Taylor Swift... Demi Loavto.... oo! DAVID ARCHULETA!!!!! Josh Groban...... the list goes on and on and on and on and on and on and on.... and on... and ooooooooooon.. and on... and on..... and.. zzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Thistle on December 22, 2010, 11:14PM
The "soft rock" radio station has played the Dan Fogelberg song "Same Old Lang Syne" quite a few times recently — probably because of Christmas.

I caught on to Dan several years ago. He gave the world some great songs in his lifetime.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Shywolf(Craig) on December 23, 2010, 12:18PM
Blackmore's Night. Those who don't know that is Richie Blackmore of Deep Purple and Rainbow among other bands he was part of

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ia-iG6iH9a4&NR=1


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: L.A. Girl on December 23, 2010, 03:13PM
I heard a Loreena McKennett song at the movies yesterday; her voice sounded like a mixture of Joan Baez's and Maire Brennan's voices. It was ethereal!

Dianne


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Enchanted on December 30, 2010, 10:48PM
I heard a Loreena McKennett song at the movies yesterday; her voice sounded like a mixture of Joan Baez's and Maire Brennan's voices. It was ethereal!

Dianne

I like Loreena too.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: shankdee on January 02, 2011, 09:09AM
Has anyone seen or heard of Alison Balsom? I saw her on David Letterman recently. She is very, very, talented. Here is a video of her. The trumpet she is playing is called a rotary valve piccolo trumpet.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ds_5cLu4FUk (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ds_5cLu4FUk)



No, I never have heard of her...but I sure enjoyed her piccolo trumpet...and i will take time to hear more soon..thanks so much!!!!


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: penguin laminating device on January 02, 2011, 04:37PM
Check out some of the videos by my Norwegian friend Elin Synnøve Bråthen. She has a very charming voice, and is a warm and funny person as well. All lyric are in English, except for Red Bean Song, which she sings in Chinese.

http://www.elinsynnove.no/


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Inga on January 07, 2011, 04:22AM
David Garrett is back in the USA
http://video.foxnews.com/v/4486881/all-american-new-years-eve-david-garrett/ (http://video.foxnews.com/v/4486881/all-american-new-years-eve-david-garrett/)
The video is only working in the USA

Check him out, he is talented, beautiful and adorable.

www.youtube.com/watch?v=ViJ2OjC28_E (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ViJ2OjC28_E)

He was the best-selling new classical artist of 2009 in the USA and with his Rock Symphonies album on number 1 in the classical Billboard Charts in 2010 and in Germany on number 1 in the Charts.

And he is on tour in the USA in February.

www.david-garrett.com/tour/ (http://www.david-garrett.com/tour/)


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: lisakellyfan on January 07, 2011, 11:39PM
Ascend the Hill
a great Christian band


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: EnchantingYou on January 13, 2011, 09:38PM
Hey guys!!

Being a HUGEEEE Ruthie Henshall fan, I try to keep up with how Julian Ovenden (her costar back in Marguerite) is doing, and I discovered today that he was recently in a movie called Cosi with Sarah Brightman (LOVE her!) and some others. Wondering if anyone has heard/seen the movie? I saw that it was supposed to come out in the UK back in 2010, but I live in the states and can't find hardly anything on it except for the trailer. (The trailer looks pretty good!)

Kay


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Betsy on January 28, 2011, 02:42PM
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_ihR2XrQ8UI i love David Garrett!!!!! ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Inga on January 31, 2011, 01:10AM
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_ihR2XrQ8UI i love David Garrett!!!!! ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D

Me too.  :D When he is in Germany, he is there on TV every day. Now we can not see him anymore, only on YouTube. I am really missing him.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Inga on January 31, 2011, 01:56AM
Incidentally, David Garrett has performed with Hayley in 2006 in London

www.cadoganhall.com/showpage.php?pid=217 (http://www.cadoganhall.com/showpage.php?pid=217)


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Kevin R.I. on January 31, 2011, 07:50AM
PBS   ran one of his programs over the weekend...an older one I had seen but I like watching it over again.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: OldFatGuy on February 02, 2011, 04:10PM
Check out Hayley Griffiths (http://www.hayleygriffiths.com/). She's wonderful! And she's on Twitter at @HayleyGMusic.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: rosie25 on February 02, 2011, 04:52PM
Check out Hayley Griffiths (http://www.hayleygriffiths.com/). She's wonderful! And she's on Twitter at @HayleyGMusic.

I'm a huge Hayley fan, I first discovered her when she was with Riverdance. I love her 'Silver Screen' album its really fresh and innovative but you can still hear her celtic voice coming through!! I've heard through the grapevine thats she's recording a traditional Irish/Celtic album at the moment, can't wait to hear that too!!! She's seems a very friendly girl too, I got a signed album and photo (surprise bonus) through her website, www.hayleygriffiths.com. Highly recommend  :)


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: lisakellyfan on February 04, 2011, 12:25AM
i launched(kinda sorta....still needs work) a site for my own music. check it out
http://jeniferwilliamsmusic.weebly.com/


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Bookworm on February 24, 2011, 06:23PM
I've been listening to a lot of Mika lately, and West Side Story, since that's the musical we're doing for school this spring :)


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: hayleynibhaoleafh<3'scelticwoman! on February 25, 2011, 01:38PM
celtic thunder.... celtic thunder.... celtic thunder.... ;D


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Où est le lait de soja? on February 26, 2011, 05:20PM
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i7knB3VtAqY

Gillian Welch is always good ... and by good I mean awesome. :D





Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jeanine on February 27, 2011, 11:59PM
I recently learned about an incredible flutist, Laura Stincer.  She's brand new to the music world as an artist.  Love her music.  Her website has clips, and she's also on youtube, facebook, and twitter.  Here's her website: http://laurastincer.com


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Iluvcelticwoman on February 28, 2011, 09:38PM
Josh Groban just announced his tour if there any fans out there:

http://www.joshgroban.com/splash/


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jennifer on February 28, 2011, 09:56PM
Josh Groban just announced his tour if there any fans out there:

http://www.joshgroban.com/splash/
If I can convince my mom, I may be able to make it to his show in July :)


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: LisaKholic on March 01, 2011, 03:43PM
Josh Groban just announced his tour if there any fans out there:

http://www.joshgroban.com/splash/
If I can convince my mom, I may be able to make it to his show in July :)

I'm going to see if I can get tickets for me and my best fried ;D


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Cash on March 05, 2011, 06:03PM
Amy Grant & Michael W Smith  Pittsburgh - Benedum March 3, 2011

   These 2 Christian musical performers brought their “2 Friends” tour to town last night and it may have been one of the best concerts that I have ever attended. I found myself a bit surprised at how much I was drawn into it all.  People stood, clapped, waved their arms in the air. I don’t really get into that sort of thing. The musical content rocked. It did seem like a rock concert at times, with strong guitar solos and exciting lighting. Then at other times, very meaningful and thought provoking songs. Both Amy and Smitty know how to interact well with the crowd. Speeches and jokes contributed to their stage presence. The show contained a great mixture of fast upbeat content, slower more meaningful content, and just verbal content.
   Memories and getting older were constant themes. Amy is now 50! They go back over 20 years. One on song, they both talk about how they both have kids now in college and how tough it is for parents to watch kids leave the nest.  Smitty told a joke that got a lot of laughs. It went something like ‘I was at a Nashville mall and found myself stalked by a little girl, maybe 12. She kept following me around so I finally stopped and asked her ‘Can I help you with something?’ And she replied ‘Aren’t you Michael W Smith?’ and he replied  ‘Yes, whats your name?’ and she said ‘my Grandma is your biggest fan!’ “ He mentioned how some people in attendance may have seen him or Amy in concert when they were kids, and how they now bring their kids to shows.
   They also both did a song dedicated to military families. It’s a song about being apart from those you love. Amy joked that although Michael is a “beautiful man, I don’t love him like that. Sort of like singing a love song with your brother” and she got some laughs.  Martina McBride used a similar joke when she sang one song live with her brother as duet partner because Keith Urban wasn’t there to sing it with her.
   They did 2 encore songs. When they returned to stage for those, Amy wore her trademark leopard spotted coat that she wore way back in her early days. Smitty also changed a bit. The last song was one about friends. Seemed to include that word a hundred times. I don’t know the actual song title.
   I tried taking some notes and writing down the set list, but as always that’s tough to do when its dark inside the theatre. They did not have a real program, and what the ushers gave out and called ‘programs’ were really ads for Smith’s future cruise. The concert lasted 3 hours and moved along at a fairly good pace. No shortage of content. We certainly got our money’s worth.! They did provide a 15 minute intermission, and just before they cut us loose for that, Amy, Michael, and Michael’s drummer gave  the sales pitch to get people to donate to something called Compassion, their charity thing to help people in other countries.
   The show started with both Amy & Smitty on stage. Amy just left of center. Smitty with his keyboard just right of center. The first part of the show included Amy songs, mostly old stuff, with Michael out there at the start, then he eventually left the stage. The first song was “Stay for a While” (I could be wrong on some song names). Second song was “Everywhere I go”. Amy told the crowd to get up and dance. She said to ‘dip and sway’. I stood, but I didn’t sway though 99% of the crowd did. I was NOT about to ‘dip’ though I am still unsure what that even was. Maybe the little downward motion some did at the end of the sway? I don’t know but people enjoyed the whole thing a lot. LOTS of crowd participation tonight in a theatre with few empty seats! Everybody was really into it all, singing along, standing at times, clapping, etc.
   The next 2 songs were “Love will find a way” and “Praise to the Lord”. Praise included a mean guitar solo. After the song, Amy introduced the guitar player that played it, one of 3 guitar players she had. His name = Pat Buchanan! I chuckled a bit and thought of some jokes involving political commentator Pat Buchanan. Amy would eventually introduce all of her band and her 2 backup singers. Two of the band have been with her since her early days, and her one backup singer is her now husband’s Vince Gill’s daughter.. She has a powerful voice.
   Smitty then left the stage and Amy did some of her solo stuff. A song possibly called “Laura” (this one had a speech with it), then “Baby Baby” had some people clapping, swaying, singing along, etc. Then she sang “Every heartbeat belongs to you”, “Better than a Halleluiah” , “arms of love” , “what about the love”, and then, while alone on stage, just with guitar, Amy sang “El Shaddai”. The band came back and she sang “We are Christians” or maybe its entitled “What can we do”?)
   I did have a problem all night long on song identification. I have an Amy cd or 2 and know some of her older stuff, but I clearly lack detailed knowledge of most of her music. In my younger days I used to watch our local Christian music tv station’s music video show called “Lightmusic” and learned a little about both Amy and Smitty’s music. But sadly that provided only a limited background on their work.
   Smitty came back out and they did a few songs. One was “Emmanuel” Then came the speeches about their charity work and their pitch to get donations. Then intermission. Crew started changing the stage while they talked, removing Amy’s band’s stuff and putting Michael’s stuff up there.
   The second act started with Smitty all alone with his keyboard, located dead center stage now. He started with a medley of old songs, starting with “My Place in this World” and included others I don’t know the names of. I thought to myself “Why do all those songs in a quick medley like that? “ But later I could see why. This show did have a LOT of content and would have lasted forever if he did the whole versions. He has 22 cds so that’s a LOT of material.
   Then he did an instrumental piece from his instrumental cd that was a showstopper. WOW! He said that he originally did that song in Dublin with a 65 piece orchestra, then he looked around on stage and being all alone, people laughed. He told us to imagine one, and that he would tell us when to do so. He made a motion like fiddle playing at the appropriate time and people laughed. As I left, I forgot to check the merchandise table for that cd. I may buy it from Amazon.
   He did a number of solo songs, as well as having Amy come out and join him on a few. I think some of the solos were called “Angels watching over me”, then “Faithless Heart”  Then he gave his speech about his daughter moving off to college at Pepperdine and how sad it was to see her leave. Amy came back out for that song about kids leaving the nest and said how choked up she gets singing it. (“How to say goodbye“) They did the song for the troops that I mentioned earlier. Then Amy exited stage and Smitty did more of his solo stuff, including “Secret Ambition”.
   Smitty did 2 more songs that I would call showstoppers. “Welcome Home” a song from his new cd “Wonder”, is a great one. About losing friends and death. This song reminded me a bit of Carrie Underwood’s “Temporary Home”. Then he sang “Majesty” and just left the whole crowd silent.
   Then Amy came back out for a song called “Heaven’s Rain,  They eventually did 2 encore songs together.
   Amy did a good job and put on a great show. But I must say that Smitty ruled this night. He had several show stopper type songs and had the crowd listening to his every word. He seems to be a bit of a paradox. He isn’t a very flashy kind of guy, but he really connects to the crowd with his stage presence, music, and humor,  and puts on a very entertaining and meaningful show!

Go see this show if you can!

Newspaper’s review can be found at http://www.post-gazette.com/pg/11064/1129850-388stm



Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: celticartzyangel on March 05, 2011, 08:14PM
Amy Grant & Michael W Smith  Pittsburgh - Benedum March 3, 2011

   These 2 Christian musical performers brought their “2 Friends” tour to town last night and it may have been one of the best concerts that I have ever attended. I found myself a bit surprised at how much I was drawn into it all.  People stood, clapped, waved their arms in the air. I don’t really get into that sort of thing. The musical content rocked. It did seem like a rock concert at times, with strong guitar solos and exciting lighting. Then at other times, very meaningful and thought provoking songs. Both Amy and Smitty know how to interact well with the crowd. Speeches and jokes contributed to their stage presence. The show contained a great mixture of fast upbeat content, slower more meaningful content, and just verbal content.
   Memories and getting older were constant themes. Amy is now 50! They go back over 20 years. One on song, they both talk about how they both have kids now in college and how tough it is for parents to watch kids leave the nest.  Smitty told a joke that got a lot of laughs. It went something like ‘I was at a Nashville mall and found myself stalked by a little girl, maybe 12. She kept following me around so I finally stopped and asked her ‘Can I help you with something?’ And she replied ‘Aren’t you Michael W Smith?’ and he replied  ‘Yes, whats your name?’ and she said ‘my Grandma is your biggest fan!’ “ He mentioned how some people in attendance may have seen him or Amy in concert when they were kids, and how they now bring their kids to shows.
   They also both did a song dedicated to military families. It’s a song about being apart from those you love. Amy joked that although Michael is a “beautiful man, I don’t love him like that. Sort of like singing a love song with your brother” and she got some laughs.  Martina McBride used a similar joke when she sang one song live with her brother as duet partner because Keith Urban wasn’t there to sing it with her.
   They did 2 encore songs. When they returned to stage for those, Amy wore her trademark leopard spotted coat that she wore way back in her early days. Smitty also changed a bit. The last song was one about friends. Seemed to include that word a hundred times. I don’t know the actual song title.
   I tried taking some notes and writing down the set list, but as always that’s tough to do when its dark inside the theatre. They did not have a real program, and what the ushers gave out and called ‘programs’ were really ads for Smith’s future cruise. The concert lasted 3 hours and moved along at a fairly good pace. No shortage of content. We certainly got our money’s worth.! They did provide a 15 minute intermission, and just before they cut us loose for that, Amy, Michael, and Michael’s drummer gave  the sales pitch to get people to donate to something called Compassion, their charity thing to help people in other countries.
   The show started with both Amy & Smitty on stage. Amy just left of center. Smitty with his keyboard just right of center. The first part of the show included Amy songs, mostly old stuff, with Michael out there at the start, then he eventually left the stage. The first song was “Stay for a While” (I could be wrong on some song names). Second song was “Everywhere I go”. Amy told the crowd to get up and dance. She said to ‘dip and sway’. I stood, but I didn’t sway though 99% of the crowd did. I was NOT about to ‘dip’ though I am still unsure what that even was. Maybe the little downward motion some did at the end of the sway? I don’t know but people enjoyed the whole thing a lot. LOTS of crowd participation tonight in a theatre with few empty seats! Everybody was really into it all, singing along, standing at times, clapping, etc.
   The next 2 songs were “Love will find a way” and “Praise to the Lord”. Praise included a mean guitar solo. After the song, Amy introduced the guitar player that played it, one of 3 guitar players she had. His name = Pat Buchanan! I chuckled a bit and thought of some jokes involving political commentator Pat Buchanan. Amy would eventually introduce all of her band and her 2 backup singers. Two of the band have been with her since her early days, and her one backup singer is her now husband’s Vince Gill’s daughter.. She has a powerful voice.
   Smitty then left the stage and Amy did some of her solo stuff. A song possibly called “Laura” (this one had a speech with it), then “Baby Baby” had some people clapping, swaying, singing along, etc. Then she sang “Every heartbeat belongs to you”, “Better than a Halleluiah” , “arms of love” , “what about the love”, and then, while alone on stage, just with guitar, Amy sang “El Shaddai”. The band came back and she sang “We are Christians” or maybe its entitled “What can we do”?)
   I did have a problem all night long on song identification. I have an Amy cd or 2 and know some of her older stuff, but I clearly lack detailed knowledge of most of her music. In my younger days I used to watch our local Christian music tv station’s music video show called “Lightmusic” and learned a little about both Amy and Smitty’s music. But sadly that provided only a limited background on their work.
   Smitty came back out and they did a few songs. One was “Emmanuel” Then came the speeches about their charity work and their pitch to get donations. Then intermission. Crew started changing the stage while they talked, removing Amy’s band’s stuff and putting Michael’s stuff up there.
   The second act started with Smitty all alone with his keyboard, located dead center stage now. He started with a medley of old songs, starting with “My Place in this World” and included others I don’t know the names of. I thought to myself “Why do all those songs in a quick medley like that? “ But later I could see why. This show did have a LOT of content and would have lasted forever if he did the whole versions. He has 22 cds so that’s a LOT of material.
   Then he did an instrumental piece from his instrumental cd that was a showstopper. WOW! He said that he originally did that song in Dublin with a 65 piece orchestra, then he looked around on stage and being all alone, people laughed. He told us to imagine one, and that he would tell us when to do so. He made a motion like fiddle playing at the appropriate time and people laughed. As I left, I forgot to check the merchandise table for that cd. I may buy it from Amazon.
   He did a number of solo songs, as well as having Amy come out and join him on a few. I think some of the solos were called “Angels watching over me”, then “Faithless Heart”  Then he gave his speech about his daughter moving off to college at Pepperdine and how sad it was to see her leave. Amy came back out for that song about kids leaving the nest and said how choked up she gets singing it. (“How to say goodbye“) They did the song for the troops that I mentioned earlier. Then Amy exited stage and Smitty did more of his solo stuff, including “Secret Ambition”.
   Smitty did 2 more songs that I would call showstoppers. “Welcome Home” a song from his new cd “Wonder”, is a great one. About losing friends and death. This song reminded me a bit of Carrie Underwood’s “Temporary Home”. Then he sang “Majesty” and just left the whole crowd silent.
   Then Amy came back out for a song called “Heaven’s Rain,  They eventually did 2 encore songs together.
   Amy did a good job and put on a great show. But I must say that Smitty ruled this night. He had several show stopper type songs and had the crowd listening to his every word. He seems to be a bit of a paradox. He isn’t a very flashy kind of guy, but he really connects to the crowd with his stage presence, music, and humor,  and puts on a very entertaining and meaningful show!

Go see this show if you can!

Newspaper’s review can be found at http://www.post-gazette.com/pg/11064/1129850-388stm


Michael W. Smith happens to be one of my mom's favorite artists, I pratically grew up with his music playing all the time, and hs music is linked to alot of memories of mine!! I hope I can get to one of his shows, we have one on VHS and he's just phenomenal, Amy Grant is really cool too!


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: CelticWomanAddict on March 06, 2011, 12:29AM
I love both amy grant and Michael W Smith


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Sorgi on March 07, 2011, 08:48PM
Random surfing on YouTube reminded me of Lothlorien.  I think they've been around since the mid 90's, came across them about 10 or 11 years ago (again by random) and the sound stuck with me.   Probably what kindled an interest that never let go. 


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T92Er46xkCo&feature=related (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T92Er46xkCo&feature=related)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1Ss0ooGNExQ&feature=related (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1Ss0ooGNExQ&feature=related)


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: OldFatGuy on March 10, 2011, 02:38PM
The incredible Tommy Fleming - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BzoKoy-o7XY (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BzoKoy-o7XY)


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jim M. on March 10, 2011, 06:54PM
Frankie Laine:  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z-HRbsejTyw


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Cash on March 11, 2011, 01:53PM
Altan  Byham Pittsburgh March 10, 2011

   The Irish group Altan came to town and brought the rains of Ireland with them!  The weather report called for the rain to change to snow and eventually drop 3-6 inches of the white stuff by some time the following day, which was a Friday. Then of course our large St Patrick’s Day parade scheduled for that Saturday. Seems we often get snow close to parade time. We have also had a lot of flooding here. Rivers continue to rise with all the rain and snow. When the snow melts next week, the flooding will get worse. But at least the rain didn’t change over to snow until well after the show ended. I was a bit concerned that if the temps dropped that night, I might be coming home on freezing sidewalks and roads.
   Potholes are another problem. As I took my short bus trip to the Byham, the driver slowed to a near stop at this one point. I wondered why, until I felt the “boom” as the front wheels hit the HUGE hole. Then the back wheels produced another “boom” as the bus shook. The driver laughed and said “that’s a BIG one!”
   So I get to the venue and get to my seat. Second row right, on the aisle though. Only a few seats to my right, then the wall. The actual front row right, as well as front row left, were empty. It appeared that those seats were not sold, possibly  because large speakers were positioned close. So in substance I was front row right. Had an excellent view of the stage. With speakers so close though, I thought that I might get blown away with the sound. But that didn’t happen.  Other seats were also empty. Ones WAY up in back seemed to be unsold, while others up front went empty probably because some people were scared off by the bad weather forecast. Still had a decent sized crowd though.
   The group entered the stage and took their positions. The one guitar guy was sitting on stage right in front of me, not to far away at all. Then the one fiddle / whistle guy was just left of him, but back several feet. Then the group’s lady fiddler / vocalist was left of him, and back a bit more. The accordian player sat left of her, but closer to the front of the stage. Then the other guitar guy stood left of him, on the far left of the stage, but a few feet closer to the crowd. So the 5 group members positioned themselves in an arc kind of formation, with the guitar guys on the ends close to the edge of the stage, and the lady fiddler / vocalist in the center, farthest away from the stage edge.
   Mairead, the lady fiddler / vocalist, wore a black dress that had a dark red pattern on part of it. Plus she had bracelets on each arm and some type of necklace. She looked very classy and attractive. The 4 men all wore a sort of gray-green shirt. They clearly wanted a look of uniformity.
   All 5 of them had some type of speaker thing positioned in front of them. But before the show started, some stage guy came out and inspected those things. They had foot peddles that, when toggled, appeared to switch lights or some type of screen. Not sure what those things were, maybe some type of tv screen with the music on them? Or speakers so the musicians could hear what they were doing?
   The group performed many songs with upbeat, energetic fiddle parts. The crowd though seemed a bit quiet. That did not surprise me, as it was a performing arts type of crowd. If this band were to play their music at a festival with a party type crowd, esp. if the crowd had a few drinks in them, it would be a real hoot-n-annie. There was a little bit of clapping along. I clearly heard the “stomp stomp stomp” of toe tapping feet at times. We were prompted to clap at times, but it didn’t last long. We were also prompted to dance, but only a few did that. Everyone did get up for a nice standing O at the end.
   The vocal pieces were sung in Gaelic. So I am clueless on names of songs or lyrics. The band did give names and explain a bit about the history of some of the songs. I didn’t take notes though, and the program they handed out did not provide a set list. The program was one of those  theatre free ones that provided only minimal info about the group.
   Celtic Woman fans would certainly associate a blonde fiddler named Mairead with Mairead Nesbitt. But Altan’s Mairead made me think more about Orla Fallon. It’s the combination of her voice and the traditional Irish songs. Plus, she didn’t dance as she fiddled.
   The group did a nice job interacting with the crowd. Many jokes and laughs. Perhaps a few too many “we brought rain with us from Ireland” type jokes, but those seem somewhat obligatory when Irish and rain arrive in town together. They did do a signing after the show.
   It ended up being a very nice evening. This is a very talented group.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: MaryNorth93 on March 11, 2011, 03:54PM
The incredible Tommy Fleming - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BzoKoy-o7XY (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BzoKoy-o7XY)

I love Tommy! It's great that he teamed up with Órlagh for her cd. Such a passionate and strong voice.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: LISAFAN4EVER on March 11, 2011, 05:39PM
Frankie Laine and Doris Day with How Lovely Cooks The Meat..... http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2v-6LRGVvus (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2v-6LRGVvus)  :D

Also, just listened to The High King's Memory Lane CD. It's fantastic.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: TheWhite~Rose on March 22, 2011, 12:49PM
Jillian Aversa is a singer worth listening to: http://jillianaversa.com/
Anyone who's really into video games might know her as she's provided some vocals for their soundtracks.  However, she's also done a lot of original work.  Check out her 'Origins' CD.  I really like her. :)


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: LISAFAN4EVER on March 23, 2011, 04:40PM
I recently learned about an incredible flutist, Laura Stincer.  She's brand new to the music world as an artist.  Love her music.  Her website has clips, and she's also on youtube, facebook, and twitter.  Here's her website: http://laurastincer.com
I also recently came across Laura Stincer and her music is beautiful. Her CD, Sacrifice of Love, is available as an MP3 download on Amazon or as a hard copy thru her website. She also has a MySpace page.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Inga on April 08, 2011, 09:43AM
For David Garrett fans & friends:

On Dancing with the Stars on April 11th and April 12th with orchestra and band.

And on LIVE! With Regis & Kelly on April 13th.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Shywolf(Craig) on April 08, 2011, 11:47AM
Tarja ex singer for Nightwish
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GufDgFq54TY&feature=related


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: LISAFAN4EVER on April 10, 2011, 03:44PM
Laura Stincer's "New Found Freedom": http://www.reverbnation.com/play_now/8085747 (http://www.reverbnation.com/play_now/8085747)


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Inga on May 14, 2011, 01:27AM
David Garrett has a new PBS Special in August 2011, Rock Symphonies II

www.youtube.com/watch?v=3lEU7kAwU-k (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3lEU7kAwU-k)


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: LISAFAN4EVER on May 14, 2011, 05:43AM
Lynda Carter's Crazy Little Things CD is very good. It's her follow-up to her At Last CD which is also good.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: TheWhite~Rose on June 09, 2011, 08:36AM
I found this lovely artist rather recently, and I just can't get enough of her! :D  Her name is Sara Kempe--she's definitely worth a listen. :)
http://www.sarakempe.com/


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: ina on June 13, 2011, 12:26PM
I found this lovely artist rather recently, and I just can't get enough of her! :D  Her name is Sara Kempe--she's definitely worth a listen. :)
http://www.sarakempe.com/

I have her album. She is a great singer. My favorit song is "Let me Fly"


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Mike on June 26, 2011, 01:14AM
Here's a new couple that put together a harmonious tune.     
The Civil Wars - Barton Hollow

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JrOUwbsy12E



Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Inga on July 18, 2011, 11:15AM
British soprano Laura Wright, former All Angels member, signed as a solo artist under Decca. A very beautiful voice

www.youtube.com/watch?v=p8eSsPJGBZ0&feature=related (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p8eSsPJGBZ0&feature=related)


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Kevin R.I. on July 18, 2011, 01:43PM
Saw a David Garrett interview on PBS.....he  composes  some of his best music in his sleep. When asked if he like everything he composes, he laughed and said "you can`t imagine how much is bad".


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Patti Plays Pipes on July 18, 2011, 05:52PM
CT is cool!!!! :D and Taylor Swift... oooh and Casting Crowns


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: TheWhite~Rose on July 18, 2011, 06:40PM
British soprano Laura Wright, former All Angels member, signed as a solo artist under Decca. A very beautiful voice

www.youtube.com/watch?v=p8eSsPJGBZ0&feature=related (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p8eSsPJGBZ0&feature=related)
Thank you for sharing.  I love All Angels very much; Laura Wright's voice is indeed very beautiful--best wishes for her success. :)


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Inga on July 18, 2011, 11:46PM
British soprano Laura Wright, former All Angels member, signed as a solo artist under Decca. A very beautiful voice

www.youtube.com/watch?v=p8eSsPJGBZ0&feature=related (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p8eSsPJGBZ0&feature=related)
Thank you for sharing.  I love All Angels very much; Laura Wright's voice is indeed very beautiful--best wishes for her success. :)

www.laura-wright.co.uk (http://www.laura-wright.co.uk)

There are more samples from the album on her website.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Inga on July 18, 2011, 11:49PM
Saw a David Garrett interview on PBS.....he  composes  some of his best music in his sleep. When asked if he like everything he composes, he laughed and said "you can`t imagine how much is bad".

I have a concert ticket for David Garrett for a classical concert in May 2012.


US tour dates 2012:

www.david-garrett.com/2011/07/18/david-is-back-on-tour-in-the-us-in-early-2012/ (http://www.david-garrett.com/2011/07/18/david-is-back-on-tour-in-the-us-in-early-2012/)


Andthere will be a new album this year:

www.david-garrett.com/2011/07/11/davids-upcoming-album-will-be-classical/ (http://www.david-garrett.com/2011/07/11/davids-upcoming-album-will-be-classical/)


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: MarleneDFan1901 on July 20, 2011, 10:06AM
then we go to gorgeous Sarah Brightman. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LjX2Fsi4jOg


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: hayleynibhaoleafh<3'scelticwoman! on July 22, 2011, 08:36AM
Casting Crowns!!!


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: TheWhite~Rose on July 22, 2011, 09:03AM
I'm just going to post this website here and say check out all the artists featured; they're all wonderful singers. :D  Oh, and you may find a few familiar faces listed. ;)  Move your mouse over ''Profiles" for the artists' page. :)

http://www.classical-crossover.co.uk


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: SusanZ on July 22, 2011, 02:16PM
I will be seeing the incomparable Alison Krauss and Union Station in concert tonight!



Zee


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: LISAFAN4EVER on July 22, 2011, 04:11PM
I'm just going to post this website here and say check out all the artists featured; they're all wonderful singers. :D  Oh, and you may find a few familiar faces listed. ;)  Move your mouse over ''Profiles" for the artists' page. :)

http://www.classical-crossover.co.uk
Mariette Davina has a great voice. Love her song "Circles Of Change".


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Inga on July 24, 2011, 09:24AM
David Garrett retourns to PBS with Rock Symphonies II in August

http://video.pbs.org/video/2053414157/ (http://video.pbs.org/video/2053414157/)

It is the concert from 2010, but parts of it which not have been in the special last year.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jim M. on July 30, 2011, 01:59PM
Justin Hayward:  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CdKZ3cYcrlc


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jim M. on July 30, 2011, 03:05PM
Thomas Newman:  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=27YF4D-HbPg  (watch closely at the end)


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jim M. on July 30, 2011, 03:34PM
Henry Mancini:  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IhMpw3KR6wE


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: MarcusWongAUS on August 03, 2011, 05:49AM
Has anyone seen or heard about Highland Heartbeat. They are very similar to Celtic Woman except they are from Scotland. If anyone is interested I have posted links to some of their songs and their website.

http://www.highlandheartbeat.com/ (official website)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K9cjDhk-05A (5 minute preview with several songs)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ByMgD1ErF4k&feature=related (Ae Fond Kiss)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GjH5__HxlTs&feature=related (Rantin' Rovin' Robin')
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rXX4D_tktzQ&feature=related (Auld Lang Syne)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vwtJ_MAb7gk&feature=relmfu (official PBS preview)

If you like Celtic Woman then there's a great chance you like Highland Heartbeat. Enjoy!
BTW I wasn't sure where this belongs on the forum so mods feel free to move it.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Scuilly on August 03, 2011, 06:38AM
WOW! they are great. thanks for sharing!


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: aNDy on August 03, 2011, 07:35AM
Someone already posted a topic on this show a couple of years ago:
http://celticwomanforum.com/index.php?topic=9288.0


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Tiffany Gray on August 04, 2011, 05:09PM
WOW!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!  They are awesome, and the female vocalists sound so much like Celtic Woman!  Thank you for sharing!


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: WinterLament on August 04, 2011, 06:29PM
Wow awesome! i also notice All Angels star Daisy Chute is there!  :D

Thanks for sharing! ;D


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Kevin R.I. on August 07, 2011, 07:15AM
Saw David Garrett Rock Symphonies 2 on PBS last night. He just aquired his second Stradevarius made in 1717 from Switzerland. He discovered rock music at age 14 in Germany and is a big fan of Queen.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Inga on August 08, 2011, 11:21AM
And David Garrett on German TV "Deutschland, deine Künstler" (Germany, your artists), 17th August 2011 on ARD.

www.daserste.de/kuenstler/folge_dyn~folge,21~cm.asp (http://www.daserste.de/kuenstler/folge_dyn~folge,21~cm.asp)


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: MaryNorth93 on August 08, 2011, 02:25PM
If you're a fan of Josh Groban you'll probably love this guy too. A very powerfull and romantic voice, writes and arranges a lot of his own music. Not to mention he is really eyecandy too ;)  ;D

Mark Masri:

(http://a2.l3-images.myspacecdn.com/images02/99/cb010061c01f43d78a4126f19b46bb49/m.jpg)

Live performance of The Face:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dd6auLCodEc

Time:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gByHjROPVko&feature=related

Christmas is:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OjVrn-FDg3k&feature=related




Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: LISAFAN4EVER on August 09, 2011, 05:41AM
I love Nathan Pacheco's voice. I first heard him on Yanni's Voices CD. I can't find a solo CD, but one in Italian would be great!

Omaggio(Tribute): http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LlPwOaFubl0&NR=1

Vivi Il Tuo Sogno: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5rBFHuA_Uv4

O Luce Che Brilla Nell'Oscurita: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i4VZNL6hsVQ&feature=related    *Truth Of Touch CD

Nathan Pacheco 2010: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G96ImeIVoME


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jim M. on August 11, 2011, 08:06PM
Percy Faith:     http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aKhrRgadxhc

Felicia Sanders:  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-3rcakEUrpY

There is a (better) version with them together, but it is blocked for copyright reasons.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: LISAFAN4EVER on August 12, 2011, 04:55AM
Theme From A Summer Place is what I associate most with Percy Faith: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BaXzeQoWTko&feature=related


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jim M. on August 13, 2011, 01:38PM
Royal Scots Dragoon Guards --- Amazing Grace:  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M8AeV8Jbx6M


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jim M. on August 13, 2011, 01:59PM
Maurice Jarre:  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=irPSvEkQl8Q&feature=related


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jim M. on August 13, 2011, 02:05PM
Burt Reynolds:  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bNKwX8DpDiw


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jim M. on August 13, 2011, 02:17PM
Alfred Newman:  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ncAbKYJBVR0


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jim M. on August 13, 2011, 02:45PM
James Horner:  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UkrMU8aGmAY


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jim M. on August 13, 2011, 03:38PM
Max Steiner:  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N_Z4DmualTc


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jim M. on August 13, 2011, 03:45PM
Ennio Morricone:  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o-95awK6oz8&feature=related


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jim M. on August 13, 2011, 03:52PM
Kenny Rogers:  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bT3NDuGTJgk


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jim M. on August 13, 2011, 04:20PM
Celine Dion:  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TesrLJ1dD2Y


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jim M. on August 13, 2011, 04:29PM
Janis Ian:  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VMUz2TNMvL0&feature=related


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jim M. on August 13, 2011, 04:33PM
Alan Jackson:  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TTA2buWlNyM&feature=relmfu


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jim M. on August 13, 2011, 08:39PM
Linda Ronstadt:  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xxu4G_jJIXo&feature=related


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Inga on August 16, 2011, 10:52AM
Mary-Jess Leaverland

www.youtube.com/watch?v=EKcyCpsNlpU&feature=relmfu (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EKcyCpsNlpU&feature=relmfu)

www.mary-jess.com (http://www.mary-jess.com)


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: TheWhite~Rose on August 16, 2011, 06:33PM
Mary-Jess Leaverland

www.youtube.com/watch?v=EKcyCpsNlpU&feature=relmfu (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EKcyCpsNlpU&feature=relmfu)

www.mary-jess.com (http://www.mary-jess.com)
Mary-Jess is a fantastic singer.  I hope to get her album soon...


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: CelticWomanAddict on August 17, 2011, 12:07AM
Today is a sad day in the history of music,the death of Elvis Presley  :'( Well actually yesterday,I think I posted too late  8)


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: MaryNorth93 on August 17, 2011, 06:11AM
Mary-Jess Leaverland

www.youtube.com/watch?v=EKcyCpsNlpU&feature=relmfu (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EKcyCpsNlpU&feature=relmfu)

www.mary-jess.com (http://www.mary-jess.com)
Mary-Jess is a fantastic singer.  I hope to get her album soon...

Checked some of her songs and wow, she is indeed amazing!  :o Very pure and clear vocals.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: ina on August 17, 2011, 06:50AM
Mary-Jess Leaverland

www.youtube.com/watch?v=EKcyCpsNlpU&feature=relmfu (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EKcyCpsNlpU&feature=relmfu)

www.mary-jess.com (http://www.mary-jess.com)
Mary-Jess is a fantastic singer.  I hope to get her album soon...

Checked some of her songs and wow, she is indeed amazing!  :o Very pure and clear vocals.


Shine is a great CD. One of the best I heard for a long time.
 My favorite songs are Rising from the Fire and An Angel Walking.  But all 12 Songs are great. Not one worse song. And she has co-worte 7 of this songs.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: MaryNorth93 on August 17, 2011, 08:51AM
Mary-Jess Leaverland

www.youtube.com/watch?v=EKcyCpsNlpU&feature=relmfu (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EKcyCpsNlpU&feature=relmfu)

www.mary-jess.com (http://www.mary-jess.com)
Mary-Jess is a fantastic singer.  I hope to get her album soon...

Checked some of her songs and wow, she is indeed amazing!  :o Very pure and clear vocals.


Shine is a great CD. One of the best I heard for a long time.
 My favorite songs are Rising from the Fire and An Angel Walking.  But all 12 Songs are great. Not one worse song. And she has co-worte 7 of this songs.

Just bought her album on Itunes, indeed a great cd. Also really impressed by the music accompaniment. I've just started listening but already love it  ;D


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: shankdee on August 23, 2011, 12:55AM
 :o  :o  :o  :o Saw Garth Brooks in Vegas last FRI....it was such an incredible show..he held the audience in the palm of
                   his hand...he talked about his Mom, and declared himself to be a Mama's boy...talked about his dad's
                   music...then worked in bits and pieces from the 60's on up..Finally, bringing the house down with
                   billy joel's  "Shameless" and  Finally, with everyone standing singin "I've got friends in Low Places"
                   He is very passionate, engaging and a super-wonderful entertainer, and I am so glad he came out of
                   retirement...

   shankdee


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: penguin laminating device on August 25, 2011, 07:03PM
They're not singers, but it's group of performers that I discovered recently, and have been watching their DVDs as much as Celtic Woman's. They're called Cinematic Titanic. It was put together by Joel Hodgson, creator of Mystery Science Theater 3000, and features the original MST3K cast. The robots are gone, but the material is equally as funny!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1rxUmuWzOlA&feature=related

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W8WDWeumj-M&feature=related


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: greenfire6 on August 26, 2011, 10:00PM
Hmmmm... Anything from "Doctor P"* is worth looking into...

I will do just that!

*penguin laminating device


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: MarleneDFan1901 on August 28, 2011, 04:15PM
well i have 2 vids heres the first one its Enya and im very obviously obsessed with. 
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ctam4sRzPS0&list=FLx_hW3Als6kj4lf4dlyVNVw&index=4&feature=plpp  and heres the second its just funny it'll make ya laugh. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y0au-14vGA0&feature=related


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Inga on August 28, 2011, 10:38PM
The Celtic Tenors will release a new album in September/October

Feels like Home

http://mediakits.concordmusicgroup.com/32982/#/audio (http://mediakits.concordmusicgroup.com/32982/#/audio)


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: MeavEabhaLisaK25 on August 30, 2011, 11:30AM
Have any of you heard of the boys' choir called Libera? They're really awesome. Here's a video.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R2O5540WjuE


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: TheWhite~Rose on August 30, 2011, 01:18PM
Yes, I've heard of them.  They are very good. :)


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: MarleneDFan1901 on August 30, 2011, 02:05PM
ive only heard them do a cover of Orinoco Flow


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Inga on September 03, 2011, 11:05AM
David Garrett comes to Australia. So pay attention Australia  ;)


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: bobh56 on March 06, 2012, 09:43PM
I had the great pleasure of seeing Stephanie Cadman and Celtic Blaze in concert at the Adelphi University Performing Arts Center (in Garden City, NY) last Saturday (3/3/12).  Stephanie plays the fiddle/violin, step/tap dances, sings, and composes (over half the songs were her own compositions).  The concert was spectacular; I recommend that my Fellow Forumites attend one (or more) of her concerts if the opportunity presents itself.     


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Emer Dreamer on March 07, 2012, 06:33PM
 I've always been a big Sandi Patti fan! She had a terrific voice back in the day-very inspirational stuff. Any other SP fans out there?  :-\


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: LisaKellyManiac on March 10, 2012, 01:23PM
I am personally a HUGE Kaitlyn Maher fan! (But not as huge a fan as i am of cw!) She is cute and has an extremely amazing voice!!!


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jim M. on March 10, 2012, 06:48PM
Today is a sad day in the history of music,the death of Elvis Presley  :'( Well actually yesterday,I think I posted too late  8)
Elvis died?
Nobody ever tells me anything! :(


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jim M. on March 11, 2012, 11:39AM
The Moody Blues are currently touring the eastern US -- Florida this week and then moving north -- one of the greatest groups of all time.
www.moodybluestoday.com has the full schedule.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: LISAFAN4EVER on April 22, 2012, 03:55PM
A blog about Moya Brennan, Enya's sister, was posted on Irish Music Forever - http://www.irishmusicforever.com/moya-brennan - with a link to her song "I Will Find You" - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MV_BNrw-ucM

It's a nice blog but I got hooked on the song! :)


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: TheWhite~Rose on April 22, 2012, 04:41PM
A blog about Moya Brennan, Enya's sister, was posted on Irish Music Forever - http://www.irishmusicforever.com/moya-brennan - with a link to her song "I Will Find You" - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MV_BNrw-ucM

It's a nice blog but I got hooked on the song! :)
Moya Brennan is fantastic.  I highly recommend her to any who likes a haunting voice and beautiful music. :)


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: greenfire6 on September 01, 2012, 05:53PM
Salt Lake City, UT, USA based Celtic Fusion band Stonecircle bids it's fans a touching goodbye.  :'(

...After a 17-year musical career, it is with a heavy but peaceful heart that I announce the official end of Stonecircle as it currently exists...

Full announcement here: http://www.reverbnation.com/c/fr5/artist_350155?eid=A350155_14110494_12582149&fsc=5a9d5a6db6c

I have attended one Stonecircle concert and own a number of their albums. They have been fantastic! I will miss them.   :(

Presumably one can still sample and order their recordings: http://www.reverbnation.com/stonecirclemusic


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Cash on September 01, 2012, 11:01PM
A blog about Moya Brennan, Enya's sister, was posted on Irish Music Forever - http://www.irishmusicforever.com/moya-brennan - with a link to her song "I Will Find You" - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MV_BNrw-ucM

It's a nice blog but I got hooked on the song! :)
Moya Brennan is fantastic.  I highly recommend her to any who likes a haunting voice and beautiful music. :)

Speaking of Moya Brennan, do you know that Clannad did a new DVD and its airing on PBS stations? You can pledge for Clannad tickets when they tour in the USA. I know they will be here in Pittsburgh in October on a Sunday, I think its the 14th or 16th.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Potato Pants on September 01, 2012, 11:24PM
Hehe, this definitely isn't a "new" artist, but my other favorite group will always be Peter, Paul and Mary. I grew up listening to them and they will always have a special spot in my heart. <3


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jim M. on September 13, 2012, 06:34PM
The Moody Blues will be touring in the US in November and December and will have a cruise from Florida in March.  Details are on their website.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Celtic Chan on September 13, 2012, 07:04PM
My favorite singers besides Celtic Woman are Lady Gaga, Linkin Park & Avril Lavigne. I can listen to about any kind of music, not so much country. But Celtic (hands down) is my favorite kind of music of all time.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: LisaKellyManiac on September 15, 2012, 01:23PM
Anyone here a Jackie Evancho fan?


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: shankdee on September 21, 2012, 12:58AM
   8)   8)   8)   8)  THESE  New artists have been around a whild, but I just discovered tham because t
                         hey  were on Japanese  satellite....CALLED:   Blackmore Nights !!!
      They play a lot at renaissance fairs. there is the lead singer, Candice and
   she is also a composer..and her Husband used to be with
   DEEP PURPLE, but his beautiful guitar is now on songs like "Soldier of Fortune"...Ritchie Blackmore is his name.
   Go to You Tube and give a listen ..esp to Ghost of a Rose...beautiful Song.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: JRRacing64 on September 24, 2012, 07:47AM
Just wanted to share some info on a new group out of Ireland called Affiniti. They are a Irish Classical Crossover trio.

(http://www.celticrosemusic.com/uploads/8/8/5/7/8857199/459267_orig.jpg)

There latest video covering "My Immortal"
 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cBHt9y5k-0o&feature=share&list=PLzRzg2cXt4n3BVoeTCw5-6J6XxmPdTTC8

"One Day Like This"
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f4HxldcpXhg&feature=share&list=PLzRzg2cXt4n3BVoeTCw5-6J6XxmPdTTC8


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: TheWhite~Rose on September 24, 2012, 08:30AM
Just wanted to share some info on a new group out of Ireland called Affiniti. They are a Irish Classical Crossover trio.

(http://www.celticrosemusic.com/uploads/8/8/5/7/8857199/459267_orig.jpg)

There latest video covering "My Immortal"
 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cBHt9y5k-0o&feature=share&list=PLzRzg2cXt4n3BVoeTCw5-6J6XxmPdTTC8

"One Day Like This"
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f4HxldcpXhg&feature=share&list=PLzRzg2cXt4n3BVoeTCw5-6J6XxmPdTTC8
I love it!  Thanks for sharing! :)


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Emer Dreamer on September 24, 2012, 08:49AM
  Thanks for the links.   I especially enjoyed   "My Immortal" !   The lead vocalist has a beautiful voice.  Reminds me of a blend of Lynn's   and Alex's  voices.  Maybe David D. should consider recruiting her.   


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Kevin R.I. on September 24, 2012, 12:57PM
I thought she sounded like Lisa K. ::)


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: JRRacing64 on September 25, 2012, 06:48AM
I thought she sounded like Lisa K. ::)
Emer has sung "The Voice" before.

Got a few more links for those that are interested, these were all from when they were known as "Celtic Rose"

A compilation of one of their concert
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ea_LzvRsOKg

Making of "Adelaide's Wedding"
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hsHIinAj80w

Another compilation of their concert - Former CW choir member Catrina Scullion joined them.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HSc-39LvWeI

Over the rainbow
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vqai7t0bQzI


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jim M. on September 26, 2012, 01:28PM
Singer Andy Williams has died at age 84. :(


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Emer Dreamer on September 26, 2012, 05:09PM
Singer Andy Williams has died at age 84. :(
He exemplified that good old fashioned family spirit.   8)


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Kevin R.I. on September 27, 2012, 03:43PM
check out Max Raabe and the Palast Orchester  on Youtube...it`s music from the 1920`s Weimar Republic in Germany...it just SOOOOO cool...or kuhl. You gotta see them do "Dort  Tranzt Lulu" and  see if you don`t have it stuck in your head all night  ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jim M. on September 27, 2012, 05:37PM
Actor Herbert Lom has died at 95. :(


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jim M. on November 02, 2012, 02:36PM
I found a new Andre Rieu cd and dvd (in the same package) at Target ($12.99 on sale).  It is HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS.

I have not opened it yet.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: White Rose on November 03, 2012, 05:08PM
Just wanted to share some info on a new group out of Ireland called Affiniti. They are a Irish Classical Crossover trio.

There latest video covering "My Immortal"
 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cBHt9y5k-0o&feature=share&list=PLzRzg2cXt4n3BVoeTCw5-6J6XxmPdTTC8

"One Day Like This"
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f4HxldcpXhg&feature=share&list=PLzRzg2cXt4n3BVoeTCw5-6J6XxmPdTTC8

Wow. Thank you thank you thank you! They are good.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Irish CW Fan on November 04, 2012, 08:36AM
Just wanted to share some info on a new group out of Ireland called Affiniti. They are a Irish Classical Crossover trio.

(http://www.celticrosemusic.com/uploads/8/8/5/7/8857199/459267_orig.jpg)

There latest video covering "My Immortal"
 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cBHt9y5k-0o&feature=share&list=PLzRzg2cXt4n3BVoeTCw5-6J6XxmPdTTC8

"One Day Like This"
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f4HxldcpXhg&feature=share&list=PLzRzg2cXt4n3BVoeTCw5-6J6XxmPdTTC8
If you want a more "rock" version of My Immortal, listen to Evanescence. They are absolutely amazing.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Irish CW Fan on November 04, 2012, 08:40AM
  Thanks for the links.   I especially enjoyed   "My Immortal" !   The lead vocalist has a beautiful voice.  Reminds me of a blend of Lynn's   and Alex's  voices.  Maybe David D. should consider recruiting her.   
Amy Lee is the lead singer or the Alt Rock band, Evanescence, and i think they originally wrote that song. Their version is incredible too. Amy Lee's got an outstanding voice.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jim M. on November 11, 2012, 01:21PM
Daniel O'Donnell (you may have seen him on tv) performs in Branson, MO, Nov. 1 to Dec. 8, 2012
and again next year (Sept. 9-21 and Nov. 4 - Dec. 13).
BransonEventsCenter.com
(I found a flyer in a truck stop.)


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Celtic Chan on December 26, 2012, 05:44PM
I've been liking Celtic Thunder. Some of the men are good-looking, too. Especially Damian, Keith & Neil! :D


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: IloveyouSarahBurke!! <3 on January 03, 2013, 04:02PM
I've probably posted this in here before, but I just watched Idina Menzel's DVD... and  :o :o :o :o :o
I mean, I've seen her live 3 times before and met her twice... but I haven't seen her in about 2 years now (:'() and I forgot how much she means to me...
I am in HUUUUUUUUUUGE withdrawl now...... :(


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Wyle_E on January 14, 2013, 01:54PM


http://youtube.com/watch?v=iga0gmAwg14&mode=related&search=
Dead link. YouTube account terminated, which usually means shot down by a copyright troll.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Lanti SF on January 15, 2013, 08:19PM
I've been following the Eurovision song contest lately, and I like some of the artists: (sorry for the long post)

-Zeljko Joksimovic (Serbia)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Oqgh0DdjDls (his 2004 entry for Serbia and Montenegro, Lane Moje)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=75weifR47m0 (his 2012 entry for Serbia, Nije Ljubav Stvar)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6bAFNC6o35U (Dodji Sutra)

-Urban Trad (Belgium)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zb77VEns64c (2003 entry for Belgium, Sanomi- this is in an imaginary language)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GawTVKlGhP4 (Vodka Time)

-maNga (Turkey)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pdw27j_usP0 (2010 entry for Turkey- We Could Be the Same)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rC8SaU-cIOk (Bitti Rüya)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OWrZjQ087jg (Dünyan?n Sonuna Do?mu?um)
 
-Urban Symphony (Estonia)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fOsmEO_osXQ (2009 entry for Estonia- Rändajad)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hknDzHa4ZEc (Skorpion)

-Ich Troje (Poland)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zt_X_X7Qh8w (2003 entry for Poland- Keine Grenzen/Zadnich Granic)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_DDixvPFk3w (2006 entry for Poland- Follow My Heart)

-Ofra Haza (Israel)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VWq6zZulYrw (1983 entry for Israel- Chai)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cg43tRhrDTg ("Deliver Us" from The Prince of Egypt)


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: TheWhite~Rose on January 15, 2013, 08:48PM
-Ofra Haza (Israel)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VWq6zZulYrw (1983 entry for Israel- Chai)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cg43tRhrDTg ("Deliver Us" from The Prince of Egypt)
Ofra Haza has such a beautiful voice.  Her songs in Prince of Egypt gave me chills.  

Someone posted a song by Vienna Teng in a thread a few days ago.  I highly recommend you give her songs a listen:

Lullaby for a Stormy Night: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bZd2kgLZtfA
Anna Rose: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3XpLXE6X1fk
My Medea: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GcYVef5KKN4


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Celtic Chan on January 19, 2013, 06:34PM
Annwn are pretty good. There a German band who sing folk songs. They sing in multiple languages like Spanish, English, Scottish & SWEDISH! & the lead singer plays a HARP! ;D

Here are my favorite songs they sing:

El Rey Nimrod - Spanish - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bqEmwyyX-UM&list=PL-vYmeJWQ5E1BeCofGzp_ePTtkslB1Efe&index=2
Eternity - English - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kWMvvY5GSjE&list=PL-vYmeJWQ5E1BeCofGzp_ePTtkslB1Efe&index=3
Ailein Duinn - Scottish - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fdCRgqFI5-s&list=PL-vYmeJWQ5E06NYTx1fk7Hs7kkXaSLKB4&index=11
Vänner Och Fränder - Swedish - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z6J0ZB8N830&list=PL-vYmeJWQ5E1BeCofGzp_ePTtkslB1Efe&index=4


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Emer Dreamer on January 19, 2013, 07:47PM
 I listened to the Swedish one.  Being half Swede myself ( on my mom's side )  I  seemed to take a natural shining to this mystical sound.  Thanks for posting CM.   :)


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Celtic Chan on January 19, 2013, 07:54PM
I listened to the Swedish one.  Being half Swede myself ( on my mom's side )  I  seemed to take a natural shining to this mystical sound.  Thanks for posting CM.   :)
No problem. :) & I have a lot of Swedish in me, too. A lot from my dad's side & just a tad bit from my mom's. My last name is actually a Swedish surname. :)


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jim M. on January 20, 2013, 10:21PM
Alizee:  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KyM7sw4lVSk


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Emer Dreamer on January 20, 2013, 10:38PM
 Very enjoyable... I like her!    :-*


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Irish CW Fan on January 22, 2013, 06:08PM
This is David Phelps singing "Going Home." WOW.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oC17gMFnw7s (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oC17gMFnw7s)


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Emer Dreamer on January 24, 2013, 10:52PM
This is David Phelps singing "Going Home." WOW.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oC17gMFnw7s (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oC17gMFnw7s)
Cool !   I certainly recognize the  melody as well.    :)


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: JRRacing64 on January 25, 2013, 10:14AM
For those interested, Affinití Music last month released their first EP called "Rebirth" on many music outlets. Below is a few previews of this new album.

Here is one of many outlets you can get the album at. Rebirth is also available on Itunes and CDBaby.
(http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d81/JRGT64/affinitirebirth_zpsaccd3e7a.jpg)
Click Me (http://www.amazon.com/Rebirth/dp/B00AMY107Q/ref=sr_1_cc_3?s=aps&ie=UTF8&qid=1359128977&sr=1-3-catcorr&keywords=affiniti+music/)

A interview with Affinití.
(http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d81/JRGT64/affin2_zpse7742445.jpg)
Click Me (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jWytFAd6g_4/)
This video is from their EP launch party.
(http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d81/JRGT64/affin1_zpsae7f8a55.jpg)
Click Me (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r5mMUZ_ca0c/)

You can check them out on Facebook as well. :-)
https://www.facebook.com/AffinitiMusic?ref=ts


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Irish CW Fan on January 25, 2013, 06:57PM
This is David Phelps singing "Going Home." WOW.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oC17gMFnw7s (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oC17gMFnw7s)
Cool !   I certainly recognize the  melody as well.    :)
Absolutely is! His amazing 1st tenor voice is indescribable!


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jack on February 01, 2013, 10:54PM
By now most of you know I am fascinated by East Asian music, though I don't understand any of the languages.  I continue to find some of the most talented artists I've ever listened to, almost on a daily basis.  The most recent one is a lady from China who has produced several CD's but no DVD's.  To my knowledge there are no videos of any of her performances, though there are many songs posted.  Her name is Liu Zi Ling and she has become a big favorite of the audiophile crowd because of her beautiful clear voice and excellent orchestral arrangements.  I like to refer to her as "ear candy" and I spend a lot of my time listening to her music.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tXHihLH2ke8 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tXHihLH2ke8)
 


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Emer Dreamer on February 03, 2013, 06:23AM
 Very  lovely !    I see why you like her.   


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Celtic Chan on February 03, 2013, 05:59PM
Troels B. Folmann is a Danish composer. He creates music for video games & film trailers. He has also, one awards for "Best Composer of All Time". Troels B. Folmann is my favorite composer besides David.

This is one of my favorite songs Troels created. He took "Ailein Duinn" & "Ave Maria" & put them together. The video was created by me. :)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-U_1Nlo6tBI


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jack on February 04, 2013, 07:44AM
Very  lovely !    I see why you like her.   

Thank you.  She reminds me of Teresa Teng----without the personality.  :)

One more for the "360 Wulihu Roads".  (Google trans.)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JPy25Md8XRA&feature=endscreen&NR=1 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JPy25Md8XRA&feature=endscreen&NR=1)


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Lanti SF on February 04, 2013, 08:21PM
A lot of people here have been giving me weird looks after I tell them I listen to Soviet rock sometimes, but Kino's pretty good. Unfortunately, the lead singer Viktor Tsoi died in a car crash in 1990 so they're not playing anything new unless Grand Theft Auto puts out a new Russian music station.

Gruppa Krovi (Blood Type)-http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k9p4B6s0j4U
Patchka Sigaret (Pack of Cigarettes)-http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tqBlqXgLvCY
Elektrichka-http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eMbOHlOkZbo
Zvezda Po Imeni Solnce (A Star Called Sun)-http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5M2FNxhtrq8
Kukushka (Cuckoo)- http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FJn0MWJPRMY


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jack on February 20, 2013, 08:09AM
Huge, huge Eva Cassidy fan.  Remarkable voice that was taken from us way too soon.  Her cover of "Somewhere Over The Rainbow" to me is the best.  Would love to hear Lil Lambe's treatment of the song, given her great cover of "Auld Lang Syne".

www.youtube.com/watch?v=f5EesOU5oc0&feature=endscreen&NR=1 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f5EesOU5oc0&feature=endscreen&NR=1)

Here’s another Eva performance, this time covering an old Buddy Holley song that many of you might remember, “I Guess It Doesn’t Matter Anymore” (one of my all time favorites).  A little known fact is that very few of her published songs were studio recorded, making the quality of her work all the more remarkable.  She was an extraordinary guitarist as well, often providing the only accompaniment for her songs, as is true with this one:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wYdiFm5hcEM (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wYdiFm5hcEM)


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: LisaKellyManiac on March 27, 2013, 07:04PM
Some good artists that you guys might like are: Kristin Chenoweth. Idina Menzel, Jackie Evancho, Kerry Ellis, and Hayley Griffiths!


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jim M. on April 08, 2013, 06:14PM
Annette Funicello has died at 70. :(


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: White Rose on April 15, 2013, 05:57PM
Discovered the Good Lovelies a couple of months ago, and got to see them Saturday.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wicrzyN7GKk (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wicrzyN7GKk)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bCVm_-aqsxI (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bCVm_-aqsxI)

These girls are good.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: littlecubspirit on April 15, 2013, 06:24PM
CW has really opened my eyes to the world of Irish music, and I am finding myself enjoying things like Celtic Thunder, The High Kings and The Dubliners.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Mike on April 17, 2013, 12:46PM
Loreena McKennett is another great artist to check out.  I just love hearing the hurdy gurdy being played in this song!
 :)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PN3xtnrqj5E


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jim M. on April 18, 2013, 07:39PM
Nelson Riddle:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vcZ1k4d02KA


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jim M. on April 18, 2013, 07:57PM
Charlie Callas:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RiA6fQgL5as


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Lanti SF on April 20, 2013, 08:42AM
Goran Bregovic- I went to one of his concerts a few years ago, and you cannot just sit; you have to start moving.



Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Sorgi on April 25, 2013, 07:43PM
Came across this adaptation of the Skyrim theme, haven't heard of either one,.  This must have been fun to make 

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BSLPH9d-jsI (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BSLPH9d-jsI)


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: TheWhite~Rose on April 25, 2013, 09:39PM
Came across this adaptation of the Skyrim theme, haven't heard of either one,.  This must have been fun to make 

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BSLPH9d-jsI (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BSLPH9d-jsI)
Do check out Lindsey Stirling's other songs/videos.  She is incredibly talented and very fun to watch!


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: firefly_melody2012 on April 27, 2013, 10:24PM
Anna Hawkins is a New Zealand singer and has a beautiful voice. Her website is http://www.annahawkins.co.nz/music. Happy Listening=-)


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Lanti SF on April 29, 2013, 07:50PM
One of my favourite artists is Loreen, who won ESC last year. Her songs aren't the sugary kind that a lot of entries that show up.

Euphoria: Her winning entry in Baku http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z4PMQB5zmAU
My Heart is Refusing Me: I've been listening to this one a lot lately because of things that are happening. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DWFga5-t6Kg
Sober: Somewhere between MHiRM and Euphoria http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1xXtAhX-eiM
Crying Out Your Name: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qfRnDIzZSOw


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Sorgi on June 04, 2013, 11:28AM
My moms retirment gift for herself...currently in Texas for the Van Cliburn

https://www.cliburn.org/landing.html (https://www.cliburn.org/landing.html)


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Steve M. on June 05, 2013, 06:03PM
Mumford & Sons


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jim M. on July 22, 2013, 06:53AM
The Moody Blues are currently touring the eastern US -- Florida this week and then moving north -- one of the greatest groups of all time.
www.moodybluestoday.com has the full schedule.
The group starts a new tour in September. :)


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: LisaKellyManiac on July 31, 2013, 04:17PM
Top artist (for me): Annaleigh Ashford!!! :D :D :D :D :D

Other artists to check out:
Idina Menzel
Kerry Ellis
Megan Hilty
Jackie Evancho
Siobhan Owen


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: ShiningBright on August 25, 2013, 08:47AM
I recommend for everyone here to check out the wonderful, brilliant, unreachable, late Steve Barton!!! He was the most wonderful singer to have ever lived, a true wonder!!!




Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jim M. on December 15, 2013, 04:03PM
Actor Peter O'Toole (Lawrence of Arabia) has died at 81. :(


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Hubert on December 18, 2013, 12:06PM
The Gothard Sisters are a young upcoming group in the world of Irish music. They have videos on You Tube.  I saw them in concert last week.  They play multiple instruments, sing and are championship quality Irish dancers.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Emer Dreamer on December 18, 2013, 06:26PM
  I  highly  recommend  the  classical  crossover  duo  "  EDEN"   and  Irish   concert  soprano  Margaret  Keys.   :)   


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Lanti SF on December 18, 2013, 06:40PM
Lately I've been listening to Peter Hollens http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0NmKp5A8i3M


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: urbanracer34 on December 18, 2013, 07:52PM
Aselin Debison. Her earlier offerings are harder to find as they aren't on iTunes (aside from YouTube of course ;)), but I have 3/4 of her albums (2 physical 1 digital), just have one left to complete the collection... And it's the rarest one I have left to collect. :(


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jack on January 29, 2014, 10:51PM
Remembering Teresa Teng (Deng Li Jun) on what would have been her 61st birthday, January 29, 2014 (1953--1995).  

Total package, the legendary Teresa Teng was perhaps the greatest singer to ever live.  She spoke nine languages, seven fluently, and five of those seven with near perfect diction.  She was identified as one of the most influential singers in the world by Time Magazine and voted the most influential East Asian singer over the past sixty years.  Even today, when you eat at a Chinese restaurant, the voice you hear singing in the background is likely that of Teresa.  Though she has been gone for almost nineteen years now, Teresa's popularity and her fans' love for her have not faded.  There are still Teresa Teng singing competitions, all seeking to find someone with her magical voice and style.  Some seem to come close, but when the voices are compared side by side, Teresa simply blows them away.  Happy Birthday, Teresa!

"The Power of Love" was recorded during a live performance in 1985 at NHK, Tokyo, Japan a full seven years before Celine did her hit studio recording in 1992.  The original singer/songwriter was Jennifer Rush.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-AvM7rZltqg (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-AvM7rZltqg)


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Maloney on January 30, 2014, 09:04AM
Planning to see Celtic Nights  Friday night......


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Sorgi on February 01, 2014, 01:57PM
Been having a lot of fun with "The Piano Guys" (so named for a store)

Videos a little goofy, but I like the life the inject into Pachelbel's Canon

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LV5_xj_yuhs (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LV5_xj_yuhs)



Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: leighlam on February 05, 2014, 09:06PM
This song by Andrea Bocceli and Katherine Jenkins is absolutely beautiful

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G_ycWN9vg6Q (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G_ycWN9vg6Q)


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Emer Dreamer on February 10, 2014, 10:39PM
 Thanks  Leighlam .   ;)   I  did  enjoy  it.    8)


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Lily Anna on February 10, 2014, 11:08PM
This song by Andrea Bocceli and Katherine Jenkins is absolutely beautiful

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G_ycWN9vg6Q (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G_ycWN9vg6Q)

I´ve seen this one before!The blend between their voices is amazing! Ok, I need to stop listening to youtube videos and get some sleep so I don´t fall asleep in class tomorrow.  ;D ;D ;D


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: TheWhite~Rose on February 11, 2014, 09:18AM
Been having a lot of fun with "The Piano Guys" (so named for a store)

Videos a little goofy, but I like the life the inject into Pachelbel's Canon

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LV5_xj_yuhs (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LV5_xj_yuhs)


I love the Piano Guys! ;D

I've been listening to Runrig a lot recently.  They're a Celtic Rock-esque kind of group from Scotland.  Some of their songs have really beautiful lyrics.

Here are some of my favorites:
One Thing: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=znAuGKru-wM
Gabriel's Sword: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G1G8u6676m8
In Scandinavia: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0_2sCpK1e9E
An Toll Dubh: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r4ElZ0Qu7lI
Abhainn an t-sluaigh: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KQFid6nXZpg


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jim M. on February 11, 2014, 09:53PM
Actress and diplomat Shirley Temple Black has died at age 85. :(


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: The Impatient New Yorker on February 11, 2014, 10:41PM
Edith Piaf


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Hubert on February 12, 2014, 12:42PM
Actress and diplomat Shirley Temple Black has died at age 85. :(

I really hated to hear that.  I loved all of her movies.  Imagine that cute little girl was 85.  Time marches on.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Kevin R.I. on February 12, 2014, 03:04PM
check out German/American violinist David Garrett  next time he has a special on PBS. I`d like to see him team up with Mairead  for a number.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: littlecubspirit on February 12, 2014, 04:35PM
check out German/American violinist David Garrett  next time he has a special on PBS. I`d like to see him team up with Mairead  for a number.

Now THAT would be cool


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jim M. on February 13, 2014, 10:10AM
Comic Sid Caesar has died at 91. :( 
He was a very funny guy.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jack on February 13, 2014, 11:07AM
Comic Sid Caesar has died at 91. :( 
He was a very funny guy.
One of my all time favorites.  A special generation is slowly fading away and I fear we'll never see anything like it again.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Ganconagh on March 09, 2014, 11:49AM
 :D :D YAY! :D :D  CONNIE DOVER will finally be doing a show east of the Mississippi River! :D
If you live near Nashville, North Carolina (just east of Raleigh) and are interested, Connie Dover will be appearing with Skip Gorman for one show on April 12; and tix are only $15.
If you haven't discovered Connie Dover, you should check her out on YouTube.  If you're already a fan, you know how seldom she tours and that she hardly ever travels east of Kansas City; so this is a rare opportunity to see her.  Below is a link to her website and to more information:
            http://conniedover.com/schedule.shtml


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jim M. on April 07, 2014, 03:10PM
Actor Mickey Rooney has died at 93. :(


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jim M. on April 07, 2014, 03:12PM
Nat King Cole   http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Iq0XJCJ1Srw


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: CelticWomanFan425 on April 07, 2014, 03:13PM
check out German/American violinist David Garrett  next time he has a special on PBS. I`d like to see him team up with Mairead  for a number.

Just saw him live about 2 weeks ago for the very first time & he was AMAZING!!!!!


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Emer Dreamer on April 23, 2014, 06:44PM
  There  is  a  young , aspiring  soprano   from  the  UK  I  have  been  supporting   for  awhile  named  Georgia  Odette.  She  could  really  use  more  fan  support.  She  has  a  general  FaceBook   page  and  a  fan  page  called  Chat With Georgia  Odette  And  Friends.    She  is  only  16  but  has  been  singing for  audiences since age  9. She  has  a  full  operatic voice  which  is  strong  and  pure.  Georgia  is  a  multi-talented  young  lady with  a  gift  for  theatre  also.  She  recently  opened  a  Pinterest   account  and  is  encouraging  her  fans  to  post  their  artwork  there  as  long  as  it  is  related  to Georgia  and  her  interests.  All  you  have  to  do  is  get  accepted  at  the  above  mentioned FB  fan  page  first.   Once  you  get  accepted,  the  Pinterest  link  is    http://gb.pinterest.com/georgiaodette/georgia-odettes-fan-art/         Georgia  is  a  bright, sincere  personable  young  lady  with a  wonderful  future  ahead  of  her.  She  is  a  very  busy  young  lady  negotiating   a  new  budding  career  with  a  rigorous  school work  load which  would  have  buckled  me  under easily. But  in  spite  of  all that,  Georgia  remains very  responsive  to  her  fans.  So  please  check this  out...and  while  you're  at  it ... check  out  her  u-Tube  presentations as  well.  I  recommend  her  awesome  cover  of  "Skyscraper"   and  her  musical theatrical  version  of  " I  Dreamed  A  Dream" .  Enjoy  and  please support  Georgia.    :)


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Sorgi on April 28, 2014, 05:41PM
Sort of other artists....hmmm I wonder if Ray would care to get into a duel with the little guy

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TaXCQ_wZidU (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TaXCQ_wZidU)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8nLS1nTRBDI (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8nLS1nTRBDI)


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Hubert on April 30, 2014, 12:30PM
The Gothard Sisters are musical prodigies.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Sorgi on May 01, 2014, 07:37PM
I came across Lothlorien  about 10 years ago, one of the groups that set me on the musical path the has ultimately led to this place.
 CD "greenwood side" is long out of print, but thankfully it got digitized
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r5O6FD-ohgo (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r5O6FD-ohgo)


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jim M. on July 20, 2014, 07:58PM
Actor James Garner has died at age 86.  :(
ONE OF THE BEST!


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Hubert on July 23, 2014, 10:53AM
Actor James Garner has died at age 86.  :(
ONE OF THE BEST!

I loved him in "Maverick" and "Rockford Files".


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jim M. on August 11, 2014, 05:05PM
I just heard on the radio that actor Robin Williams has died at 63. :(


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Emer Dreamer on August 11, 2014, 05:35PM
I just heard on the radio that actor Robin Williams has died at 63. :(
   Quite  sad indeed !     :(   The initial reports suspect suicide as a  possibility .   


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jim M. on August 13, 2014, 09:05AM
Actress Lauren Bacall has died. :(


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Hubert on August 13, 2014, 09:08AM
Actress Lauren Bacall has died. :(

Since I love the old classic movies, she was one I really enjoyed.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: firefly_melody on September 02, 2014, 10:33PM
Hello my name is Julie and I am a classical crossover singer. I recently recorded the Blessing. Have a wonderful week. "The Blessing" http://www.reverbnation.com/q/5176pt


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Emer Dreamer on September 03, 2014, 03:48AM
  That you  Julie. That  was  quite   lovely.    :)      Welcome to the  forum  by the  way.   


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: firefly_melody on September 03, 2014, 08:51PM
Thank you Raving Meaviac for your kind words. Will be releasing my debut album sometime next year with this song on it. If you would like to check out my music page it is Julie Mae Music on facebook. Have a wonderful evening=).


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: barb kantartzis on September 04, 2014, 07:09PM
another artist that I have been listening to and I think any fan of Mairead N would absolutely love is Lindsey Sterling! She was a contestant on America's got talent a few years ago and had been big around the world since! I am not sure if she tours alone or with another group but she has her own solo cd and youtube video channel (ceck her out if you get a chance!) This young lady plays the fiddle/violin and is up in the same category (well very close to) as Mairead N! She is a tiny red haired fairy fiddler to! She is really good!


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Sorgi on September 04, 2014, 09:40PM
Kind of going on a Cover binge at the moment.  Seeing lots of vids of various Skyrim theme covers.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_detailpage&v=Q5RyJAZ6Ui0 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_detailpage&v=Q5RyJAZ6Ui0)


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Lily Anna on September 23, 2014, 07:37PM
Attention Jackie Evancho fans: Jackie released her fifth studio album, Awakening, today! It is available from her website (www.jackieevancho.com), iTunes, Amazon, and Spotify. Walmart has an exclusive 2-disc version with 6 Christmas tracks.

Track Listing
Disc 1 (of 2)
1.       Think Of Me
2.       Your Love
3.       Je T'aime
4.       Take Me There
5.       Open Fields Of Grace
6.       Ave Maria
7.       Memories
8.       The Rains Of Castamere
9.       Dormi Jesu
10.       Vocalise
11.       With Or Without You
12.       Made To Dream

Disc 2 (of 2) (only available at Walmart)
1.       The Christmas Song (Chestnuts Roasting On An Open Fire)
2.       Christmas Waltz
3.       Do You Hear What I Hear?
4.       Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas
5.       It Came Upon A Midnight Clear
6.       O Holy Night (duet with Vittorio Grigolo)

Ok, back to my Awakening...


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: ShiningBright on October 17, 2014, 07:50AM
I'm so excited! Kevin Tarte - 57 year old lyrical tenor, successful in musical theatre, operetta and opera - will publish his debut album this November!!!

1. Indian Summer (Violin: Atanas Kostadinov)
2. If I loved you
3. Remember
4. Mi Mancherai (Violin: Gia Jashvili)
5. The Prayer (Duet with Pia Douwes)
6. Dein Lied
7. As long as you’re mine (Duet with Willemijn Verkaik)
8. Music was my first love
9. I wish you love
10. How do you keep the music playing?
(Alto Saxophone: Georg F. Mayer)
11. Bali Ha’ i
12. Nella Fantasia (Oboe: Ivan Danko)
13. Into the West
14. Bonus Track: True Colors

Amazing song list! It is said to be of very high quality, with new arrangements of these classic songs and a very good orchestra!!!


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: ShiningBright on December 06, 2014, 09:44AM
Just got it. Amazing. Awesome. Fantastic. Stunning. A true highlight.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Sorgi on December 31, 2014, 08:51PM
Interesting piece that popped up in Dragon Age: Inquisition

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qq8ZcIfLDUo (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qq8ZcIfLDUo)


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Sorgi on January 02, 2015, 11:28AM
Since I'm been on a youtube binge i thought some pipes would be fun

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6Xrn43HikrA (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6Xrn43HikrA)


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: celtic.cutie on February 10, 2015, 01:05AM
Jean-Baptiste Maunier has the voice of an angel! Clemence isn't bad either. Anyone else seen him in the movie Les Choristes? It's one of my favorites!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dQg-3wkzJ3s
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rEs1wtsw_IA
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NkVTWA6munc


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Celtic Chan on February 23, 2015, 04:41PM
Lady Gaga did a tribute to "The Sound of Music" last night at the Oscars. Then Julie Andrews came out at the end. I was blown away! She did a fantastic job! I was so proud of her. :) I wish she'd sing like this more often!

https://m.youtube.com/watch?list=WL&v=LqGGYJxVRFI


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Emer Dreamer on February 23, 2015, 05:32PM
  Wow !  That  clip  almost  has  200,000 hits already !   :o  Pretty  good  rendition by  Lady  G ....


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Chloeandeahbafan1 on February 24, 2015, 10:54AM
has anyone herd of jump5 they are Christin pop group. they are good
here a Wikipedia http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jump5
check them out


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jim M. on February 27, 2015, 05:17PM
Actor Leonard Nimoy (Mr. Spock from Star Trek) has died at age 83. :(


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jim M. on March 16, 2015, 08:47PM
Ray Lynch:  Celestial Soda Pop  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9YtOWeAKTlo


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jim M. on March 16, 2015, 10:52PM
Andre Rieu:  https://youtu.be/wmI98gd30B0


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jim M. on March 16, 2015, 11:31PM
Vasary Andre:  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rC20KYQxtWs


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jim M. on March 17, 2015, 02:44PM
Dick Bakker:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A34oatQYHsc

Patricia Janeckova:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kOy6M_X2MO8


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Kimberly AJ on March 17, 2015, 03:30PM
Whoa! :o That is a lot of artists!


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jim M. on March 18, 2015, 05:44PM
Whoa! :o That is a lot of artists!
Yes it is, Kim. :)  Do you like the music they play?


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: The Impatient New Yorker on March 21, 2015, 02:52PM
Check out Latvian Mezzo-Soprano Elina Garanca doing Panis angelicus
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5U9gIr5aIyU


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: The Impatient New Yorker on March 21, 2015, 02:56PM
and here Elina is again, doing something you may recognise

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pMaLhIbYJoM


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Emer Dreamer on March 21, 2015, 03:04PM
  Very  nice  !   8)


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: ShiningBright on April 03, 2015, 06:51AM
Kevin Tarte's brilliant album "Reflection" is now aviable on iTunes, so it can now be bought anywhere and with listening to samples first and much cheaper and so on. So if anyone's interested, check it out ;D I had to buy it for far more and without hearing any samples back then ^^" (and I am very happy, I did...) ;D


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: ShiningBright on April 05, 2015, 12:05PM
Here's the iTunes link:
https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/reflection/id979185774


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Emer Dreamer on July 23, 2015, 05:01PM
  Here  is  a  remarkable   Irish  soprano  named  Mairead  Healy .       :-*      Here  is  a  link  to  the  Face Book  fan  page  I  created   for  Mairead   with  her blessing.      www.facebook.com/maireadhealyfans     I know  you  will enjoy  her  and  please  give  the page  a  like  if  you  would.    :)   


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Sorgi on September 01, 2015, 08:47PM
A cover of Christopher Tin's "Baba Yetu"

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n5scparvQWE (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n5scparvQWE)

As for translation....simple, the Lord's Prayer in Swahili


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jim M. on September 03, 2015, 02:25PM
Justin Hayward:  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CdKZ3cYcrlc
Justin is currently on tour in the US:  http://www.justinhayward.com/tour/


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jim M. on October 22, 2015, 11:14AM
I found an item on our local Craigslist that says Keith Harkin (of Celtic Thunder) and his band will perform at Vanderbeck Valley Farm in Mount Angel, Oregon, on November 2nd.  They are on a 50 show tour of the US. :) More info on his facebook tour page or www.keithharkin.com/tour

I lived in Mt. Angel from 1981 to 1989 but now I'm over 100 miles away so will miss this show.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Penny on November 10, 2015, 11:34AM
I love this song. :)
Heart:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f7ULxzVbNrY


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Kevin R.I. on November 10, 2015, 06:47PM
currently have an ENYA CD in the car.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Hubert on November 12, 2015, 03:39PM
The Young Irelanders

I had the opportunity to see this up and coming new group in October and was very impressed.  They consist of six musicians and two Irish dancers.  I encourage everyone to visit their web site.  You can find a lot of information and then decide for yourself.  I encourage everyone to check out their tour schedule and see them in concert if they come to your area.  You will not be disappointed.  I will not give a review here but just hit a few highlights.  Damien Mullane plays the accordion at a world class speed as does Colin Farrell on the Irish Fiddle.  Piano player Stephen Markham plays very beautifully with a lot of soul.  He has a piano and a keyboard on stage and plays both.  Lisa Canny is lead vocalist and has a nice vocal range.  She lends heart felt passion to her songs and captivates the audience.
Band members provide backup vocals.  The two Irish dancers are fantastic.  Siobhan Manson was lead dancer for Riverdance for the past 10 years and joined this group just in time for the 2015-16 tour.  Cathal Keaney is the male dancer and is as good as any that Celtic Woman has had.  They dance very well individually and as a pair.  I really want to see this group again and will try to make at least one more show before the tour ends next year.

After the concert the entire cast came out to visit with the fans and sign autographs.  They are a very nice group of people.

If you miss seeing this group it is definitely your loss.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jim M. on December 31, 2015, 10:17PM
Actor Wayne Rogers (Trapper John on M*A*S*H) has died at age 82. :(

Singer Natalie Cole has died at age 65. :(


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: ShiningBright on January 14, 2016, 08:25AM
Alan Rickman died, at the age of 69. I am completely aghast. So, so very sad.  :'(


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: ShiningBright on January 14, 2016, 05:01PM
And now, on the same day, René Angélil. I am so very, very sad. And shocked. And... I just thought I calmed a bit down about Alan Rickman's death and now... :'(


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jim M. on January 18, 2016, 04:39PM
The Eagles have announced that founding member Glenn Frey passed away today. :(
He was 67.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Sorgi on January 19, 2016, 08:58PM
Came across this, a segment from a concert of Calling all Dawns. After a few seconds of the last number it should begin. Assuming it works right, if not you can find it in the description part of video.  Should start around 25:17

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HJYWtzivvWo# (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HJYWtzivvWo#)


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: ShiningBright on February 05, 2016, 05:16AM
Captain Fantastic, the One, the Singular Man, the Rocket Man, PUBLISHED HIS NEW ALBUM TODAY!

Get prepared for A Wonderful Crazy Night! <3


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: firefly_melody on February 14, 2016, 02:11PM
Hello, I am a classical crossover singer. This is my original song Misery. I hope you enjoy it. https://youtu.be/dQx0-iaNYOQ


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Emer Dreamer on February 14, 2016, 06:13PM
 Good  job  Julie.    :)     Lovely  song  and  well  voiced  by  you. I just think  the venue  needed  better acoustics.  The  CC world  needs  more  original  singers like  you.   8)


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: firefly_melody on February 15, 2016, 09:33PM
Thank you for your kind words=)


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jim M. on February 15, 2016, 11:11PM
If any of you are fans of ARLO GUTHRIE, he is currently on tour in the US and Canada.
http://www.arlo.net/


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jim M. on February 29, 2016, 08:33PM
Actor George Kennedy has died at age 91. :(
He was in Cool Hand Luke with Paul Newman, Thunderbolt and Lightfoot with Clint Eastwood and other films.
www.imdb.com


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Emer Dreamer on March 06, 2016, 10:09PM
     https://youtu.be/zD3swlmflHI                       enjoy this   unconventional quirky  Belgian  classical  soprano.     ;D    :-* 


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Kevin R.I. on March 08, 2016, 06:14PM
Country Sisters ....a CZECH country group ...the fiddler , Linda Jarosava is HOT!


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jim M. on March 09, 2016, 08:35PM
Legendary music producer Sir George Martin has died at age 91. :(


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Celtic Chan on March 12, 2016, 06:37PM
Celtic Thunder's George Donaldson passed away 2 years ago today. :'(


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Emer Dreamer on March 12, 2016, 06:43PM
Celtic Thunder's George Donaldson passed away 2 years ago today. :'(
My  goodness  ! Has  it  been  that  long  now  ?   :(   


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Celtic Chan on March 12, 2016, 08:43PM
Celtic Thunder's George Donaldson passed away 2 years ago today. :'(
My  goodness  ! Has  it  been  that  long  now  ?   :(  
Yes, it's hard to believe it's been that long already. :(


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Chloeandeahbafan1 on March 14, 2016, 10:18AM
who remebters the Lennon sisters. here some pics

then
(https://www.google.com/url?sa=i&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=images&cd=&cad=rja&uact=8&ved=0ahUKEwjNmNy2ycDLAhXI7iYKHf1cChMQjRwIBw&url=http%3A%2F%2Fshirleygrrl.blogspot.com%2F2007_03_01_archive.html&psig=AFQjCNG7MWtE4SlZXsU-5c22Dn4Tf6Am7w&ust=1458058437765537)

now
(https://www.google.com/url?sa=i&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=images&cd=&cad=rja&uact=8&ved=0ahUKEwjeiaLjycDLAhWK4SYKHfblCEAQjRwIBw&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhobnobbranson.com%2Fhobnobbin%2Famericas-sweethearts-of-song-the-lennon-sisters-part-of-octobers-star-studded-line-up%2F&psig=AFQjCNG7MWtE4SlZXsU-5c22Dn4Tf6Am7w&ust=1458058437765537)

here a Wikipedia about them
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Lennon_Sisters


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jim M. on March 17, 2016, 09:12PM
Singer/actor Frank Sinatra, Jr., has died at age 72. :(


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jim M. on March 18, 2016, 11:17AM
Who remembers the Lennon sisters?

here's a Wikipedia about them
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Lennon_Sisters


Our friend Kennedy has started a forum for the Lennon Sisters: :)
http://lennonsistersforum.freeforums.net/


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jim M. on March 18, 2016, 09:25PM
Actor Joe Santos has died at age 84. :(


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jim M. on March 24, 2016, 04:06PM
Actor Ken Howard has died at age 71. :(

Comedian/actor Garry Shandling has died at age 66. :(


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Chloeandeahbafan1 on March 27, 2016, 02:54AM
here some artists and groups i listen to
old:Lawrence welk, Osmonds, Lennon sisters, i shrated  liking the carpenters

new:Celtic woman,Celtic thunder,eyna, jump5, purenrg,josh groban, Charlotte church,Jackie evancho ,and loreena mckennitt


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jim M. on March 29, 2016, 05:22PM
Actress Patty Duke has died at age 69. :(


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jim M. on April 06, 2016, 03:01PM
Country music legend Merle Haggard has died at age 79. :(


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Kimberly AJ on April 07, 2016, 05:55AM
Those are both tragic.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Emer Dreamer on April 07, 2016, 06:33PM
 They  were both  legends  in  their  own  way.   


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jim M. on April 18, 2016, 08:16PM
Actress Doris Roberts (Everybody Loves Raymond) has died at age 90. :(


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: ShiningBright on April 21, 2016, 11:50AM
Prince died today :(


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Emer Dreamer on April 21, 2016, 02:47PM
Prince died today :(
   "Little  Red  Corvette"  was  my  fave  of  his. 


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: ShiningBright on April 28, 2016, 07:06AM
Anna O'Byrne's debut album will be out next week! It's called "Dream" and features duets with Rebecca Caine and Ben Lewis.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Emer Dreamer on April 28, 2016, 06:50PM
Actor Ken Howard has died at age 71. :(

Comedian/actor Garry Shandling has died at age 66. :(
This  is  a  month  old ... but  the  Garrry  Shandling  death just  hit  me  now.  I  loved  his  comedy and his  persona.   :(   


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: The Impatient New Yorker on April 30, 2016, 10:07PM
Another artist I enjoy is Anne-Sophie VonOtter. She's a Swedish mezzo-soprano. She came to my attention as an opera singer, but she's performed other genres of music as well. Here's her version of "Like an angel passing through my room" which, in my opinion, is as equally beautiful as Mairead Carlin's


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: ShiningBright on May 03, 2016, 12:59PM
Anna O'Byrne's debut album will be out next week! It's called "Dream" and features duets with Rebecca Caine and Ben Lewis.

Friday!!!


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: ShiningBright on May 07, 2016, 08:09AM
So, I now got to listen to Dream several times and I have to tell you: It's fantastic!

Anna's voice is stellar, her duet partners are perfectly chosen, each song is a highlight. The unoriginal cover picture is the only thing I could complain about, but this is about the music, so it doesn't matter. The highlights are for me As Time Goes By, Diamonds Are Forever and The Dreame.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Emer Dreamer on May 16, 2016, 06:38PM
  https://youtu.be/bTNLYeaL7No    Enjoy  the  late  great  Eva  Cassidy !       :-*


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jim M. on May 20, 2016, 06:57PM
Actor Alan Young (Mr. Ed) has died at age 96. :(


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Ganconagh on May 21, 2016, 08:22AM
Loreena McKennitt will be on tour this fall and is a must-see for lotsa folks.  Tix are on sale, and if you live in or near one of the cities on her itinerary, attendance is worth considering...  ;) 

http://loreenamckennitt.com/tour


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: The Impatient New Yorker on May 21, 2016, 08:34AM
I recently got an email about her show in Asheville, I totally would good I had the money


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Celtic Chan on June 21, 2016, 02:32PM
Ryan Kelly's dad passed away. I'm so sad for him. :'(


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: ShiningBright on August 11, 2016, 04:22AM
(http://66.media.tumblr.com/4c2bc5a7c56183cabb43765e6f818b62/tumblr_obpmjs2Nme1uajgk3o2_250.gif)(http://67.media.tumblr.com/c26ac7af9fa525962644de437f0af9ed/tumblr_obpmjs2Nme1uajgk3o9_250.gif)(http://67.media.tumblr.com/95564c8a4021427435378103dbe595d5/tumblr_obpmjs2Nme1uajgk3o3_250.gif)
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(http://66.media.tumblr.com/bd74692be7578abdd4248168b934aa39/tumblr_obpmjs2Nme1uajgk3o6_250.gif)(http://66.media.tumblr.com/0c863213705a15014bdcd75cf0e9c1d8/tumblr_obpmjs2Nme1uajgk3o7_250.gif)(http://66.media.tumblr.com/4e54925abfcbf7499d41399d11be982b/tumblr_obpmjs2Nme1uajgk3o8_250.gif)

In loving memory of Joachim Kemmer, Steve Barton, and F. Dion Davis, who appeared in the Original Vienna Cast of CATS.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jim M. on August 29, 2016, 02:03PM
Actor Gene Wilder has died at age 83. :(


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Emer Dreamer on August 30, 2016, 04:15AM
Actor Gene Wilder has died at age 83. :(
He  was  one  of  the  best.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: CWazyTom on August 30, 2016, 09:30AM
On the way to see Chloë, my driving buddy introduced me to Lindsey Stirling. I was impressed and will have to get all her stuff now.  :D


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jim M. on September 05, 2016, 09:13PM
Actor Hugh O'Brian (Wyatt Earp tv show) has died at age 91. :(


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: CWazyTom on September 10, 2016, 04:18PM
It's been a little over a year now since Oonagh performed in the Destiny special with Celtic Woman.

Here's a nice video that gives some background on Oonagh and her style:
http://www.dw.com/en/oonagh-new-age-pop-in-elvish/av-17513953


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Emer Dreamer on September 25, 2016, 10:59PM
 Not  sure where  to  put  this- so here  goes...  One of  professional  golf's  greatest  heroes  - Arnold Palmer"  passed  away  today at  the  age  of  87.   :(   He  was  as  iconic  as  any  sports  figure  ever  was , and  was  a darn  good  guy  to  boot.  R I P  Arnie. 


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Ganconagh on October 26, 2016, 11:06AM
Loreena McKennitt will be on tour this fall and is a must-see for lotsa folks.  Tix are on sale, and if you live in or near one of the cities on her itinerary, attendance is worth considering...  ;) 

http://loreenamckennitt.com/tour

Went to see Loreena McKennitt last night in ATL...  :o  OMG if you have the chance to see this show, do not pass it up   :o


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Ganconagh on October 28, 2016, 03:33PM
Loreena McKennitt will be on tour this fall and is a must-see for lotsa folks.  Tix are on sale, and if you live in or near one of the cities on her itinerary, attendance is worth considering...  ;) 

http://loreenamckennitt.com/tour

Went to see Loreena McKennitt last night in ATL...  :o  OMG if you have the chance to see this show, do not pass it up   :o

ATTENTION ASHEVILLE NC & VICINITY:   

  I DO NOT KNOW THESE FOLKS PERSONALLY, AND I'M NOT SURE THIS IS STILL AVAILABLE, BUT I WOULD TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THIS IF I WERE CLOSER -- on the Loreena McKennitt fan site someone is offering free tix to the Loreena McKennitt show tomorrow nite (Saturday, Oct 29) 8PM in Asheville NC at the Thomas Wolfe Auditorium:

http://boards.quinlanroad.com/topic/two-free-tickets-to-asheville-concert-tomorrow-10-29#lastReply


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: CWazyTom on November 06, 2016, 02:39PM
If you haven't checked out MaryKateNoAshley (Mary Bee, Kate Steinway, and Dani W ... aka friends of Chloe) yet, this is a good video to get you hooked on them:

https://www.facebook.com/kateconnaghanmusic/videos/1861232900776366/

Granted my musical taste is a bit limited, but next to current and former Celtic Woman members, they're the sweetest people I know of and they have the nicest harmony.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jim M. on November 11, 2016, 08:24PM
Actor Robert Vaughn (The Man From UNCLE) has died at age 83. :(


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: CWazyTom on November 11, 2016, 09:25PM
And of course Leonard Cohen at 82.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jim M. on November 13, 2016, 10:08AM
Singer-Songwriter Leon Russell has died at age 74. :(
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5GChYjK8rIk


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jim M. on November 25, 2016, 09:12AM
Actress Florence Henderson (The Brady Bunch) has died at age 82. :(


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: CWazyTom on November 27, 2016, 12:12PM
Celtic Thunder is doing a live tour broadcast on Dec 1 at 8:30 PM EST:

http://celticthunder.yaretv.com/

It's not free ($30 USD), but if you're a fan and couldn't see the tour, this may be of interest.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: CWazyTom on December 04, 2016, 11:30PM
We have other Moody Blues fans on this forum? This is too cool!  ;D

It's been a good 15 years or so since I listened to them, but yes, I was a fan.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: CWazyTom on December 04, 2016, 11:31PM
Just a heads up that one of Chloë's friends (and one of my friends) Kate Steinway has a video that's going viral right now:

https://www.facebook.com/kateconnaghanmusic/videos/1844671142432542/

730,000+ people reached and over 32K views in a matter of days!

Let's just say that's a LOT more hits than she normally gets.

Her and her friends do have even better videos floating around (their cover of Wonderful World is incredible), but this one is nice and it does do a decent job of showcasing Kate's voice.

Give her a listen if you haven't already and if anyone's interested, I can put together some of their other videos. Kate's really got an amazing voice and she's super-sweet.

I'm sure some of you know what it's like for really talented artists out there that never get luck and their talent goes unnoticed. So I normally wouldn't do this, but I think this is Kate's big chance and if you listen to her and like her, please help spread the word about her. I don't have anything to gain financially from this, but she's amazing and your support would mean the world to her and to me.  :D


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jim M. on December 14, 2016, 07:23PM
Actor/Songwriter Alan Thicke (Growing Pains) has died of a heart attack at age 69. :(


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Emer Dreamer on December 14, 2016, 07:40PM
  Also  the  British  actor  Bernard  Fox  passed  away  at  89  today  as  well.    :(


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jim M. on December 18, 2016, 07:17PM
Actress Zsa Zsa Gabor has died at age 99. :(


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jim M. on December 25, 2016, 06:47PM
Singer George Michael has died at age 53. :(


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jim M. on December 27, 2016, 04:28PM
Actress Carrie Fisher has died. :(


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Emer Dreamer on December 27, 2016, 07:14PM
Actress Carrie Fisher has died. :(
  May  the  force  be  with   her...    :(


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jim M. on December 28, 2016, 08:17PM
Legendary actress Debbie Reynolds has died at age 84. :( :( :(


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: CWazyTom on December 28, 2016, 08:30PM
Legendary actress Debbie Reynolds has died at age 84. :( :( :(

She was Carrie Fisher’s mother in case anyone wasn't aware.

This has been a brutal year for loss of legendary celebrities. The world is a better place because of them. Makes one appreciate every moment, doesn't it?


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: CWazyTom on December 28, 2016, 10:34PM
2016 has been rough on a lot of people. My friend Kate had her heart broken just before Christmas when she and her husband decided to go their separate ways.  :'(

Going forward, she'll be Kate Steinway.

Site: http://katesteinway.com/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/katesteinway
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katesteinwaymusic/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/katesteinway/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/KateConnaghan

I think pretty much everyone here knows at this point knows how much Celtic Woman means to me. There are few other performers that affect me that much, but Kate is one of them. Her voice is gorgeous, she's a fantastic songwriter, and she's one of the sweetest people I know.

There's a special place in my heart for her friend Chloë Agnew as you can probably gather from my posts. I'm not sure that I've told anyone this before but if it weren't for Kate and her friends (Mary and Dani), I wouldn't have have met Chloë this year in August.

Although she sings mostly contemporary songs, Kate's classically trained. Here's one of her warm-ups from earlier this year:
https://www.facebook.com/kateconnaghanmusic/videos/1812886672277656/

If that doesn't blow you away, I don't know what will.

I'm so grateful to Kate and her friends for all their music this year, for being great friends to Chloë, and for being so nice to me.

Kate and her music mean a lot to me and it would mean the world to me if you would follow her too.

I know we've all got our own performers we follow and support beyond Celtic Woman. One of my resolutions is going to be to follow some of your favourites more closely than I had a chance to this year. Let's all help each other out and support those other special performers in our lives that are such important parts of our lives.

:D


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: rfcw on December 29, 2016, 09:58AM
Debbie Reynold's  :( :'(



Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jim M. on January 01, 2017, 12:05AM
Actor William Christopher (M*A*S*H) has died at age 84. :(


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jim M. on January 25, 2017, 01:51PM
Actress Mary Tyler Moore has died at age 80. :( :( :(


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Emer Dreamer on January 25, 2017, 04:35PM
Actress Mary Tyler Moore has died at age 80. :( :( :(
I  saw  that.   There  have  been  a  number  of  notable  deaths  in  recent  months.   She  was  a  ground  breaking  actress.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jim M. on January 26, 2017, 10:40PM
Actor Mike Connors (Mannix) has died at age 91. :(


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jim M. on January 27, 2017, 10:56PM
Actress Barbara Hale (Perry Mason) has died at age 94. :(

Actor John Hurt (The Elephant Man) has died at age 77. :(


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Kimberly AJ on February 04, 2017, 09:06AM
According to my virtual calculator, they seemed to be 17 years apart.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jim M. on February 07, 2017, 09:45PM

"Professor" Irwin Corey, "The World's Foremost Authority", has died at age 102.   :(

Actor Richard Hatch (Battlestar Galactica) has died at age 71. :(


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: White Rose on February 12, 2017, 12:47PM
So my former voice teacher got to watch and meet Renee Fleming yesterday. Yup. I'm jealous.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jim M. on February 12, 2017, 08:22PM
Singer Al Jarreau has died at age 76. :(


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: CWazyTom on February 25, 2017, 10:32PM
We have other Moody Blues fans on this forum? This is too cool!  ;D

I used to listen to them when I was younger. It's actually been quite a long time since I've heard them.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: CWazyTom on February 25, 2017, 10:45PM
Sorry it took me a while to post this. That past few months have been kind of crazy. The time has just flown by.

The amazing Mary Bee did a music video cover of "If No One Will Listen" (Kelly Clarkson) for me:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=57P5p0n6xCQ

It's not too common for me to connect deeply with a non-Celtic-Woman-related song, but there are some songs that, for various reasons, mean a great deal to me. This is one of them. That one of my favourite singers covered it just for me is really nice!

Mary's been powering through a bunch of throat issues over the past few months. For her to put this much time and effort into making a lovely music video for me is deeply touching.

I love it and I hope you do to! <3


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jim M. on February 26, 2017, 12:05PM
Actor Bill Paxton has died at age 61. :(


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: The Impatient New Yorker on March 06, 2017, 08:16AM
So my former voice teacher got to watch and meet Renee Fleming yesterday. Yup. I'm jealous.

I met her a couple years ago!!


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jim M. on March 18, 2017, 06:03PM
Music legend Chuck Berry has died at age 90. :(


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: CWazyTom on March 19, 2017, 06:56PM
In happier news...

Mary Bee has a role in a commercial. It could be REALLY big. More details soon.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jim M. on March 25, 2017, 03:17PM
Actress Lola Albright has died at age 91. :(


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jim M. on April 06, 2017, 02:03PM
Legendary comic Don Rickles ("Mr. Warmth") has died at age 90. :(


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jim M. on April 22, 2017, 09:00PM
Actress Erin Moran (Happy Days) has died at age 56. :(


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: CWazyTom on April 29, 2017, 09:44AM
And in happier news...

My friend Kate Steinway was on the news and got to perform one of her original songs, Tiny Home!

Here's the interview with Kate before she performed the song on TV:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NESFqjVmrZc

I wish they would have done a bit better job keeping the shadows away from her face. Lol.

Here's her song, Tiny Home with a stunning backdrop:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mjsj4mMAbVQ

She was really nervous and I'm sorry I couldn't be online to support her before the interview. Traveling without a SIM card and only having Wi-Fi back at the hotel had its consequences. She hid her nerves very well and did a wonderful job.

Her music is so uplifting and her voice... OMG I love it!

Here's a bonus song for you all! Kate joined Mary Bee and Dani W (who will be joining her very shortly on her tour of California), for a cover Marry You (Bruno Mars):
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=peRHKapZQdw&t=3s

The harmony is soothing.

Kate has some exciting news coming. That's all I can say at the moment, but it's going to be a good time to be a #Katemate.  ;)


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jim M. on May 23, 2017, 08:09AM
Actor Sir Roger Moore ("James Bond") has died at age 89. :(


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jack on May 23, 2017, 04:09PM
Unreal!  Time really flies, didn't realize he was that old. 


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Ganconagh on May 28, 2017, 08:05AM
GREGG ALLMAN ?!  oh, man...  whew...   died May 27   RIP


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Emer Dreamer on May 28, 2017, 12:49PM
GREGG ALLMAN ?!  oh, man...  whew...   died May 27   RIP
He  was  69  I  believe... 


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Emer Dreamer on May 31, 2017, 08:34PM
   https://twitter.com/Margaretkeys/status/867482088441884672                        Loving  sweet Margaret  Keys  and  greatly  anticipating  her  new  album  for  later  this  year.   <3    :-*


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jim M. on June 10, 2017, 11:26AM
Actor Adam West (Batman) has died at age 88. :(


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Ganconagh on June 24, 2017, 07:18AM
Well, sunonthebeach...  I can't believe Secret Garden was in Atlanta last week, and I didn't go (a Rotary Club event, but I woulda found a way in).  At least, Fiannuala Sherry is performing again; and they do have a 20th Anniversary DVD available...   Oh well...  maybe next time...


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jim M. on August 08, 2017, 02:29PM
Music legend Glen Campbell has died at age 81. :( :(


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jim M. on August 20, 2017, 02:20PM
Comedian and actor Jerry Lewis has died at age 91. :( :(


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: CWazyTom on October 17, 2017, 11:12PM
Kate recently released her first studio EP, True North!

The CD comes in a very nice cardboard case.

There are 4 tracks on the EP:
1. Hurricane
2. Tiny Home
3. True North
4. Wayfaring Woman
5. Young Heroes

If you've had a chance to watch any of her online shows, you'll be familiar with at least a few of these original songs.

The opening track, Hurricane was released as a single recently (coincidentally, it was around the same time as Harvey struck, which made it a tiny bit awkward to promote for a while). I don't want to give away too much, but the hurricane is symbolic and you don't want to mess with one ;) It's a fun song.

Mary Bee sings backing vocals on Wayfaring Woman and Tiny Home. Kate does a bit of her own backing vocals as well. I believe Kate's harmonizer also gets used in a few places.

My two favourite tracks were Wayfaring Woman and Young Heroes. The backing does a good job of complimenting Kate. It's exceptionally effective in those two songs. Those songs also do the best job of showing off Kate's incredibly lovely voice. Young Heroes has a deeply soothing and ethereal sound.

The album has an overall country feel, but there's quite a bit of variety of sounds packed into the EP. The ukulele adds a bit of a warm and uplifting tropical feel. True North is in 6/8 time and has Celtic undertones. The song almost seems to dance along.

I enjoyed the lyrics and the tunes are catchy. My favourite part of the album, though, was Kate's voice. It's warm and absolutely gorgeous! Personally, I think it has the perfect amount of vibrato.

Kate is such a wonderful singer. I wouldn't know Kate if it wasn't for Chloë and I can't ever thank her enough for performing with Kate last year.

I really enjoyed Kate's debut EP!

I hope you'll have a chance to check it out too and support this amazing artist. <3

http://www.katesteinway.com/store/truenorth


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: CWazyTom on October 27, 2017, 10:12PM
... Once you finished reading through my review of my friend Kate's awesome EP ...

I listened to Lindsey Stirling's new Christmas album, Warmer In The Winter, on Spotify.

I thought it was really good!

The album is a blend of pop, jazz, big band, and classical styles and sounds.

I think it's her most classical and well-orchestrated album to date. It's certainly less synth-/grunge-heavy than her previous albums.

Lindsey is of course awesome, but what distinguishes this album from her others is really the orchestration. There are some lovely moments and some epic ones! It reminds me in some ways of the Celtic Woman "Voices of Angels" treatment.

Like her recent albums, a number of the tracks have singers. The guest singers are good, though perhaps not spectacular.

Lindsey's playing style is similar to her previous albums, although it sounds like she's added a few new tricks!

Some people may not feel the same way, but this is my favourite Lindsey Stirling so far.

Here's the link to the album on Spotify:
https://open.spotify.com/album/0rJiRzMbpz22VMsA5IQLwO

And in case that's not enough to wet your appetite, here's a new music video promoting the album:
https://youtu.be/0RkSy6ElNIY

And here's Lindsey talking about the album:
https://youtu.be/xqKVi_qmsME


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jim M. on November 30, 2017, 07:55PM
Actor/Singer Jim Nabors (Gomer Pyle) has died at age 87. :(


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Ganconagh on December 03, 2017, 09:49AM
 :D :D :D  Great News for SECRET GARDEN fans:

 FionnualaSherry@secretgardenmus
Getting prepared to head bk to Norway to begin production on our new CD. Excited to record again

The best news is that Fionnuala has totally recovered from her scary injuries. 
The recent China tour was a total success, so maybe... hopefully... a US tour in the coming year?  (please?)    


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Emer Dreamer on January 16, 2018, 11:01PM
 Very  sad news  in  the   music  world....  The  lead  singer  of  the  Irish  pop  group   "The  Cranberries"    -  Dolores  O' Riordan passed  away  unexpectedly  at  the  age  of  46.   Cause  undetermined as  of  yet.    Here  is  a  tribute....     https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yam5uK6e-bQ        :'( :'( :'( :'(


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Kevin R.I. on January 17, 2018, 05:28AM
very sad.....she was a favorite of mine.....would love to see CW do a version of "Dreams".


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: CWazyTom on January 17, 2018, 07:56PM
I have exciting news for you Chloe Lowery (Rocktopia / Trans-Siberian Orchestra singer):

Her solo album is recorded and in the mixing process now. She's got a PledgeMusic campaign (much like Mairead Nesbitt did) to support the album and LOTS of cool stuff! https://www.pledgemusic.com/projects/chloelowery

After Rocktopia finishes its Broadway run, the plan is to tour Rocktopia this fall, but before that, Chloe Lowery is planning to do her own tour, possibly this summer!


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: CWazyTom on January 20, 2018, 06:08PM
My singer-friend Kate Steinway is nominated for an award!

Actually, she's up for TWO LA Music Critic Awards:
- Best Holiday Video
- Fan Favorite

You can vote by going to the article on lamusiccritic.com below and leaving this comment on that web page:

I vote for Kate Steinway for Fan Favorite & Best Holiday Video


Here's the link to vote:
http://www.lamusiccritic.com/indie_voice_blog/announcement-of-la-music-critic-award-nominations-for-second-half-of-2017


She's amazing and I'd really appreciate it if you could vote for her.

Thanks in advance!


P.S. Here's a bit of info on the EP Kate recently released:

Kate recently released her first studio EP, True North!

The CD comes in a very nice cardboard case.

There are 4 tracks on the EP:
1. Hurricane
2. Tiny Home
3. True North
4. Wayfaring Woman
5. Young Heroes

If you've had a chance to watch any of her online shows, you'll be familiar with at least a few of these original songs.

The opening track, Hurricane was released as a single recently (coincidentally, it was around the same time as Harvey struck, which made it a tiny bit awkward to promote for a while). I don't want to give away too much, but the hurricane is symbolic and you don't want to mess with one ;) It's a fun song.

Mary Bee sings backing vocals on Wayfaring Woman and Tiny Home. Kate does a bit of her own backing vocals as well. I believe Kate's harmonizer also gets used in a few places.

My two favourite tracks were Wayfaring Woman and Young Heroes. The backing does a good job of complimenting Kate. It's exceptionally effective in those two songs. Those songs also do the best job of showing off Kate's incredibly lovely voice. Young Heroes has a deeply soothing and ethereal sound.

The album has an overall country feel, but there's quite a bit of variety of sounds packed into the EP. The ukulele adds a bit of a warm and uplifting tropical feel. True North is in 6/8 time and has Celtic undertones. The song almost seems to dance along.

I enjoyed the lyrics and the tunes are catchy. My favourite part of the album, though, was Kate's voice. It's warm and absolutely gorgeous! Personally, I think it has the perfect amount of vibrato.

Kate is such a wonderful singer. I wouldn't know Kate if it wasn't for Chloë and I can't ever thank her enough for performing with Kate last year.

I really enjoyed Kate's debut EP!

I hope you'll have a chance to check it out too and support this amazing artist. <3

http://www.katesteinway.com/store/truenorth


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jim M. on January 25, 2018, 03:43PM
Two music legends have announced they are retiring from touring:  Neil Diamond and Elton John. :(


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: CWazyTom on January 27, 2018, 10:00PM
If you're a musician in Europe or you know one who would like to be considered for an upcoming web series (interview + live performance) with Mary Bee, please fill out this form:

http://bit.ly/Artist-Submission-Web-Series

Thanks!


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: CWazyTom on February 05, 2018, 05:38PM
My singer-friend Kate Steinway is nominated for an award!

Actually, she's up for TWO LA Music Critic Awards:
- Best Holiday Video
- Fan Favorite

You can vote by going to the article on lamusiccritic.com below and leaving this comment on that web page:

I vote for Kate Steinway for Fan Favorite & Best Holiday Video


Here's the link to vote:
http://www.lamusiccritic.com/indie_voice_blog/announcement-of-la-music-critic-award-nominations-for-second-half-of-2017


She's amazing and I'd really appreciate it if you could vote for her.

Thanks in advance!




Sadly, Kate didn't win. :(

But they invented a new category for her ("Best Self-Promotion"), so she definitely got their attention.
:)

She's great on social media and really creative at getting her name out there, so I'm not surprised she's garnered some recognition for her work.

Thank you to everyone who voted, helped spread the word, or even showed Kate some support. It's all very much appreciated.

I know there's some very exciting times ahead for Kate and I'm proud to be a part of her adventure.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Emer Dreamer on March 02, 2018, 08:33PM
  Emer  Barry  is  a  wonderful Irish  soprano  worthy of being  in  the  same  name  as  Meav  or  Margaret Keys  or  Mairead  Healy....    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ITIaYoWCPkE   enjoy    :-*


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jim M. on April 16, 2018, 09:35PM
Peter Ostroushko:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YgJn2F6lMcM


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: CWazyTom on April 17, 2018, 06:47AM
  Emer  Barry  is  a  wonderful Irish  soprano  worthy of being  in  the  same  name  as  Meav  or  Margaret Keys  or  Mairead  Healy....    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ITIaYoWCPkE   enjoy    :-*

Agreed.

She seems very sweet too.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: White Rose on April 17, 2018, 09:03AM
To add to the Emer bit, she's in Affiniti with Aisling Ennis (Harpist) and Mary McCague (Violinist). They have a few albums out, but they haven't been very active. Everybody's busy with solo work and gigs with other groups.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Ganconagh on May 07, 2018, 06:56AM
SECRET GARDEN fans might be interested in this news (from their newsletter):
  “… and we are delighted to let you all know that we are releasing a special new collection, “You Raise Me Up”, which will be released on May 25th. We are really busy bees these times as we are also in production with another new CD to be released end of this year.”
              AND
  “Meanwhile we want to thank you all for the continued wonderful support we receive. We are looking forward to more touring towards end of the year when we can raise our heads out of the studio.”



Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Ganconagh on June 06, 2018, 07:18AM
More from SECRET GARDEN -- Publicity (for latest CD release) message (6+ minutes):

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xovH9LEu3es


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jim M. on September 06, 2018, 01:27PM
Actor Burt Reynolds has died at age 82. :(


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: firefly_melody on September 10, 2018, 04:03PM
Hello, My name is Julie Mae Hales.
I just wanted to share with you my original song Wanted that I wrote for suicide prevention week. Here is the link. https://www.facebook.com/juliemaemusic/posts/1776730619091098?notif_id=1536616117249368&notif_t=page_post_reaction. Thank you. Love and Light!


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jim M. on November 16, 2018, 11:56PM
Katica Illenyi:  www.youtube.com/watch?v=lY7sXKGZl2w


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jim M. on December 18, 2018, 01:16PM
Actress/Director Penny Marshall (Laverne & Shirley) has died at age 75. :(


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Ganconagh on March 01, 2019, 09:27AM
 :D :D :D  SECRET GARDEN's first release from their upcoming album has dropped!  YAY!  :D :D :D :D
  Here's the video:
                                   
                                   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gi3xkizP9mw


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jim M. on March 08, 2019, 07:06PM
Actor Jan-Michael Vincent (Airwolf) has died at age 74.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Ganconagh on July 02, 2019, 05:26PM
Below is a message from SECRET GARDEN.  If you are a person who believes in the power of prayer, please add Fionnuala Sherry, the wonderful fiddler of the group, to your prayer list.


Dear Friends,
Unfortunately, life can get in the way of the best-made plans and so, after planning an extensive tour of China this fall as well as planned concerts in Norway, Australia, and Korea to celebrate our latest album “Storyteller", Fionnuala was unfortunately diagnosed with breast cancer.
After two rounds of surgery, she has now started radiation treatment as well as infusion therapy. Her medical team has advised her to concentrate on her health situation, so subsequently, we have decided to postpone all concert plans until Fionnuala’s treatment is over.
We hope to be rescheduling all touring plans in mid-2020. We had been very much looking forward to performing the music from our new album “Storyteller” and it saddens us very much that we have to postpone for the moment.
 
Fionnuala and her new rescue dog Archie, who arrived just in time!
In Fionnula’s own words:
“Even though it’s scary to get such a diagnosis, I am also very grateful that we had recorded and released our new CD. The response so far has been fantastic and I really am very thankful for all the positivity & support we have received”
"This will be a challenging time ahead - but knowing that we will be back performing as soon as possible will give me the drive and support to see the treatment through.”
We want to thank you all for your continued support and meanwhile, we hope you enjoy “Storyteller” as our story continues to unfold.
Love,
Fionnuala and Rolf


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Ganconagh on November 27, 2019, 09:51AM
Fionnualla Sherry (of SECRET GARDEN... you can see other posts above) is making progress in her cancer treatments and has made a short video for her fans:
                                              https://www.facebook.com/OfficialSecretGardenMusic/videos/435095690523835/


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jim M. on March 23, 2020, 01:46PM
Legendary singer/actor Kenny Rogers has died at age 81. :(


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Emer Dreamer on March 23, 2020, 06:05PM
Legendary singer/actor Kenny Rogers has died at age 81. :(
[/quote He was a true legend.   


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jim M. on July 25, 2020, 03:03PM
TV legend Regis Philbin has died at age 88. :(


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Maloney on July 28, 2020, 12:42PM
sad   


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jim M. on October 31, 2020, 01:18PM
Legendary (with a capitol L) actor Sir Sean Connery has died at age 90.  He WAS James Bond. :(


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Maloney on November 03, 2020, 10:52AM
Agreed,   made 007,  RIP


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jim M. on November 08, 2020, 06:16PM
TV host Alex Trebek has died at age 80. :(

And, comedian Norm Crosby has died at 93. :(


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Emer Dreamer on November 08, 2020, 08:22PM
TV host Alex Trebek has died at age 80. :(

And, comedian Norm Crosby has died at 93. :(
I heard about Alex.... did not hear about  Norm.    8)


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Kimberly AJ on November 14, 2020, 05:34PM
If Alex Trebek has left the Earth as a soul, who will take his place for the game of Jeopardy? I first saw him when I was a little girl.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jim M. on November 14, 2020, 05:39PM
If Alex Trebek has left the Earth as a soul, who will take his place for the game of Jeopardy? I first saw him when I was a little girl.
I don't think they have named a new host to replace Alex.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Emer Dreamer on November 16, 2020, 12:27AM
If Alex Trebek has left the Earth as a soul, who will take his place for the game of Jeopardy? I first saw him when I was a little girl.
I don't think they have named a new host to replace Alex.
Some folks should not have a replacement...   8)


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Emer Dreamer on December 10, 2020, 11:15PM
Here's the Wikipedia about the Irish Tenors:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Irish_Tenors
   8)


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jim M. on December 12, 2020, 05:17PM
Singer Charley Pride has died at age 86 from Covid-19 virus. :(


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Maloney on December 13, 2020, 10:48AM
sure seems like we have lost so many this year.


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Kimberly AJ on December 20, 2020, 05:16PM
It sucks because of Donald Trump, doesn't it?


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jim M. on August 08, 2022, 01:46PM
Singer/actress/humanitarian Olivia Newton-John passed away this morning.  She was 73.  So sad. :( :(


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jim M. on October 04, 2022, 10:26AM
Country singer Loretta Lynn has passed away at age 90. :(


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jim M. on October 29, 2022, 06:14PM
Music legend Jerry Lee Lewis has died at age 87. :(


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jim M. on November 11, 2022, 02:09PM
Comedian Gallagher has died at age 76.  :(


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jim M. on November 21, 2022, 09:28PM
Emma Sophia -- maybe a future Celtic Woman?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OwidBhdz0Og


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jim M. on December 05, 2022, 08:45PM
Actress Kirstie Alley has passed at age 71. :(


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Jim M. on January 31, 2023, 12:09AM
Actresses Cindy Williams and Lisa Loring have both passed away. :(


Title: Re: Other Artists
Post by: Maloney on February 06, 2023, 08:04PM
haven't seen a reason for the cancellation.

???????