The Celtic MP3s Music Magazine is a free monthly Celtic music magazine featuring free music downloads of Celtic, Scottish, Irish music from around the world. Here, you will find free music downloads from independent Celtic artists. Some MP3s are time sensitive. So download them now. All of the latest MP3s are available for at least a month. As always, if enjoy the music, please help the artist out and buy their CD. Serving Celtic music fans since 2000!
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"Heartwood" by Sora
Her voice is mystical and beautiful, described as organic and soulful with a touch of whimsy. Sora takes Celtic music to the next level with her stylized melody lines and narrative vocals. her powerful and rich voice stirs old stories to life and makes each song an adventure.
"Auld Dublin Town" by Jim Clarke and Granny's Apples
Jim Clarke and Granny's Apples is an Irish themed cross-over band. Their songs are all original tunes, written by Jim Clarke. These songs range from up-tempo Irish pub songs to beautiful Irish ballads. They definitely have something for everyone.
Stanley & Grimm celebrates traditional music by encompassing new and old interpretations of jigs, reels and songs. They not only play traditional tunes of old, but modern songs and those of their own creation. Stanely & Grimm capture the very essence of what Celtic music is about. Their energy explodes in their sound and brings a joy and love for traditional music back to the audience.
Ireland Fun Facts. Unique articles on travel, culture and humor in Ireland. Everything that's fun and interesting about old and new Ireland.
Scotland Secrets. Scotland Secrets to enhance your Scotland tour or feed your passion for "Caledonia".
Top Ten Glasgow Guide. A personal but detailed and up-to-date guide to Glasgow, incorporating the popular Lobey Dosser Tribute Blog of Glasgow.
Bagpipe Tutorials. William A Robertson, ex Pipe Major 1st Bn, The Royal Scots, shares with you his bagpipe knowledge through bagpipe lessons and resources. Suitable for players, bands and tutors. Learn the secrets of the championship winning players. More than 60 years experience in playing the bagpipes.
Homeland Irish Art. Homeland Art is your source for fine oil paintings of beautiful Ireland and more. Each canvas is created by hand by an experienced, commissioned artist. Feel free to browse our online catalog. This collection includes some of our most popular pieces, but Homeland Art also offers custom-made pieces.
The Irish Path. This is the place to learn about old Irish traditions. Whether you are looking up names, a recipe, wedding traditions or a little history. You just might find what you are looking for here.
Children of the Gael are classified as anciently acoustic and experimentally traditional. The reason has to do with their instrumental line-up: mandolin, mandola, bouzouki, 4 course tenor guitar, Irish low string guitar, tenor banjo, feadog, bodhran, and vocals in both English and Irish. This band is quite proud of their heritage and pour all of this pride into the music they create, paying homage to their ancestors.
If you're looking for a high-energy, Celtic rock band that isn't afraid to take on traditional Celtic and folk tunes by reinventing them and adding a bit of rock n' roll to the tunes, then Bill Grogan's Goat is the band you've been seeking. The diversity of the musicians that make up this band is what makes this new spin on Irish music so do-able. And the best part is...it's done well!
Bill Grogan's goat is a combination of bass, drums, guitars as well as traditional Irish bouzouki, tin whistle, mandolin, and five-string banjo. This is an exciting alternative to the average rock band as well as the growing legion of Celtic rock bands that are around today.
Gerard Smith is a songwriter/musician that hails from Detroit. One of his gifts is his ability to have his listener explore his workd of music by implementing various styles and creating a travelogue of sound that contains hints of Celtic, jazz, folk, and rock influences. Smith is a proficient mutli-intrumentalist, playing electric and acoustic guitar, as well as mandolin, bouzouki, bodhran, tin whistle and concertina.
Smith began building his repertoire on traditional Irish ballads and tunes. Since then, in addition to playing solo, he has also played with groups such as The Bowzies and Bill Grogan's Goat. His latest album, "Idylls of the King of the Road" shows of his traditional Irish folk routes as well as highlights the other genres that he has honed in on. He's an amazing talent and one that shouldn't be missed.
Corrigan Brothers are an Irish Band who play everything from folk to light rock. They pride themselves on their ability to provide good songs and good humour. Their favorite part of being a band is their live performances, and their fans would agree. Over the past six months, the Corrigan Brothers have signed a recording contract with Universal as well as played at president Obama's inauguration. Their popularity is growing by leaps and bounds!
Their music is best described as bag pipes as the "lead guitar." Interesting as that is, 1916, a Celtic rock band, contribute a variety of instruments to bring us their amazing sound. Audiences everywhere find their unique sound to be catchy and enough to bring them to their feet. Their live performances are not to be missed!
Hometown: Bakersfield, California, USA Website:1916 Download MP3:Naturally Please
Adam Alexander and Joe Travers are quite a team. Their combination of powerful vocals and memorable renderings of both traditional and original Celtic music brings them to the forefront of this genre. They bring a fresh look at some of the most beloved Celtic songs, as well as provide amazing original tunes in their line-up.
Terry Griffith is a contemporary and traditional Celtic artist who specializes in Irish and Celtic ballads. His interpretations of favorite and much-loved ballads are always unique! His performances of these songs are always an enjoyable experience, whether you hear it on an album or live. Experience Terry Griffith.
Beer Belly are a five piece band that brew up a mix of uplifting songs, sing-along ballads, and bawdy tales. They liven up each song with the sounds of Irish reels and jigs, Scottish bagpipes, and traditional Celtic music. All of the members come from a variety of musical backgrounds which only serves to enrich their music further. Their style will have you calling for another round.
Circled By Hounds is the next big thing to hit Celtic Music. Not only is this band wicked talented, but they continue to push the boundaries of traditional music to create a sound that ruly is their own. The band seamlessly integrates a healthy respect for traditional songs and instruments with original music that never strays far from its roots...all the while, avoiding cliche.
The band originally formed because of a mutual respect the musicians had for traditional music and their love of creatiing music together. This band is extraordinary. No doubt about it!
Victoria Trestrail is not just a singer, but also a songwriter and guitarist. Blending the sounds of Celtic, flamenco, blues, ballads, folk and reggae, she creates a unique sound that definitely accents her natural gift for music.
In January 2008, Bote officially began to play as a band. However, in November, they hit the restart button, taking on a more 'rock' based ensemble. Their debut album came out in March 2009. With it's mix of acoustic and electric songs, Bote offers up a variety of music that a variety of people will love.
Hometown: Greenville, South Carolina, USA Website:Bote Download MP3:All Day Long
Similar Artists: Great Big Sea, Oysterband, Dubliners, Enter the Haggis, Irish Descendants
Madd Paddy is redefining the feel for traditional culture and the timeless sound of Celtic music. These talented musicans form a band that provide bold entertainment and keeps the listener entertained throughout it's set. Many loyal followers have found this band. They wear their collective music-loving hearts on their sleeves and are better for it.
Hailing from Cornwall, Ontario, Canada, Jesse Ferguson brings his love of Scottish and Irish traditional music to his own style. Not only does this talented musican sing, but he plays guitar, mandolin, fiddle, harmonica, bodhran and pennywhistle. His album, "New Old Songs," was released in 2009.
Kiss the Mistress brings its Euro/Celtic folk sound to the music scene, driven by voice, cello, accordion and bodhran. Not only does this band dabble in different tempos and rhythms, but they play with such emotion and energy that it's sure to carry the listener through each song and leave them wanting more. Playing traditional songs and new material, this band takes a journey from the Highlands of Scotland to Brittany with stops in between and strange occurances that happen. It's a lively sound...and one that is catchy!
Scott Boswell started his music ccareer and his interest in music at a Ren Faire. He was at Scarborough Faire when he heard Gibbon the Troubador perform. He was captivated and soon found himself working at Ren Faires throughout the country. He met the Bedlam Bards and after a few words of confidence from his friends Hawke and Cedrick, he took his first steps into the Celtic Music world.
Already proficient at the guitar, he was a quick study on the whistle. Once he heard an Irish flute on a recording, he was hooked. Boswell found himself learning the complex instrument and recording Jug of Punch. His music inspires. His sound is fantastic. Everyone should give him a listen.
"Pigeon on the Gate" by Annie B. Jamieson Elementary School Grade 7 Irish Orchestra
Under the guidance of Mr. James Colpitts, Annie B. Jamieson Elementary School offers something that most schools don't have - the largest school string orchestra program in Canada. The 2008-2009 Grade 7 Orchestra is composed of 16 violins, 2 cellos and 1 bass. Every week, the students rehearse twice during their lunch hour. These students are amazing in their study and mastery of Irish and Celtic music.