Free Irish Music DownloadsWelcome to the Celtic MP3s & Irish Free Music Downloads Archive. If you want to be updated with the latest Irish free music downloads, subscribe to the Celtic MP3s Music Magazine. Below you will find free music downloads from bands I've featured over the years. Some MP3s are time sensitive. So download them now. All of the latest MP3s are available for at least a month. As always, if you like an MP3, then please help the artist out and buy their CD. Don't just download. "Juras Promessas" by Braia
Braia brings to the Celtic music spectrum a mix of cultures, languages, and takes listeners to another dimension. The use of Celtic instruments such as pipes, fiddles, whistles as well as the Brazilian influence bring out the progressive ambiences of the music. Braia is the point between Ireland and Brazil. And the music is just as unique.
Hometown: Varginha, Brazil Website: Braia Download MP3: Juras Promessas Labels: Braia, Capercaillie, Dan ar Braz, Donal Lunny, Marcus Viana, Solas, The Bothy Band
--posted by Karen J. Brady, Sunday, April 13, 2008 Find Celtic Free Music Downloads from the Brobdingnagian Bards. "The Blacksmith" by Slainte
Slainte was formed in 1993, consisting of the most veteran group of musicians in Catalonia. Even some top musicians have been a part of the band.
Slainte means "health" in Irish and Scottish gaelic. And this band gives a healthy dose of music to the Celtic music industry. Over the years, their music has evolved without losing the magic of the acoustic and Atlantic sound that characterizes their style. Their music is centered in the most frenetic dances and beautiful songs of Ireland and Scotland, but it roams into other traditions as well - each flavored with their own original arrangements. Hometown: Barcelona, Spain Website: Slainte Download MP3: The Blacksmith Labels: Danu, Dervish, Flook, Lunasa, M. McGoldrick, Planxty, Slainte, Solas
--posted by Karen J. Brady, Monday, March 17, 2008 Find Celtic Free Music Downloads from the Brobdingnagian Bards. "The Whiskey Never Lies" by Sligo Rags Sligo Rags is taking the Celtic music scene by storm. They are two-time winners of the Orange County Music Award for Best Folk Band, and rightfully deserved too. Not only is their debut studio recording "The Night Before the Morning After" getting international airplay, they are getting praised by music magazines as well. Sligo Rags is a band that can keep the interest of the audience with their dynamic music, their beautiful songs, and their energy. They are not to be missed!Hometown: Long Beach, California, USA Website: Sligo Rags Download MP3: The Whiskey Never Lies Buy CD: The Whiskey Never Lies Labels: Gaelic Storm, John Doyle, Mark O'Connor, Nickel Creek, Sligo Rags, Solas, The Chieftains, The Twilight Lords, Tony Rice
--posted by Karen J. Brady, Wednesday, March 05, 2008 Find Celtic Free Music Downloads from the Brobdingnagian Bards. "Shores of America" by Celtic Cross Celtic Cross brings quite a legacy of Irish-American heritage to their music. Growing up with Irish immigrant parents, the band was immerced in Irish music, dance, and tradition. Still, that wasn't all they listened to. And soon, rock and roll and the radio brought about it's infuence as well which developed into their own unique style: pop and Americana with a dash of Irish flare.The band was founded by three siblings, inluding the lead vocalist of the seven-piece band, Kathleen Fee, and her two brothers Kenny and John. Celtic Cross is an entertaining musical experience that brings about traditional music and contemporary style. Their performances are an event that gets the audience up on their feet and feeling the energy and passion in the music. Their music is not to be missed. Hometown: New York, New York, USA Website: Celtic Cross Download MP3: Shores of America Buy CD: Shores of America Labels: Bruce Springsteen, Celtic Cross, DeDannan, Dixie Chicks, Solas, Stockton's Wing, The Corrs, The Saw Doctors
--posted by Karen J. Brady, Wednesday, February 20, 2008 Find Celtic Free Music Downloads from the Brobdingnagian Bards. "The Newry Highwayman" by The Beggermen Each of the five members of The Beggermen came to traditional music from very different directions. But it is this variety that incorporates their unique sound into their music. Their sound has a more 'Stateside approach' -- reflecting back toward the shores of Ireland and reinterpreting the musical heritage of the Isle. The Beggermen strive to remain unique in their sound among the various bands and voices coming to Celtic music.Between the five members, there are nine instruments represented. It's no doubt, The Beggermen are out to change the way people listen to Celtic music. And they're doing it right. Hometown: Iowa City, Iowa, USA Website: The Beggermen Download MP3: The Newry Highwayman Buy CD: I Shall Labels: Arty McGlynn, Dervish, John Williams, Liz Carroll, Paul Brady, Seamus Egan, Solas, The Beggermen
--posted by Karen J. Brady, Monday, January 28, 2008 Find Celtic Free Music Downloads from the Brobdingnagian Bards. "Next Market Day" by Aisling Aisling, a contemporary Celtic folk band from central Ohio, is making waves in the Celtic music scene. They got their start in 1997 and made their first live debut at the heavily attended Dublin Irish Festival in Dublin, Ohio. A variety of instruments go into their music, including hammer dulcimer, fiddle, flute, tin whistle, mandolin, bouzouki, guitar, banjo, uillean pipes and bodhran. Their music ranges from songs that will make you want to dance, to slow ballads to their own compositions. Their style is an interesting fusion of Celtic jazz and chamber music. Beautiful and unique.Hometown: Columbus, Ohio, USA Website: Aisling Download MP3: Next Market Day Buy CD: The Pilgrim's Road Labels: Aisling, Altan, Bothy Band, John Doyle, Karen Ashbrook, Solas
--posted by Karen J. Brady, Saturday, January 19, 2008 Find Celtic Free Music Downloads from the Brobdingnagian Bards. "The Whistle Blower" by The McDades Known for their fiery performances, The McDades' consist of a group of siblings, Shannon, Solon and Jeremiah, who grew up playing Canadian folk music alongside their parents and among other artists from around the world. Not your typical upbringing, but this sort of exposure helped to forge a love and respect for all types of music, which is evident in their sound, which can be classified as rooted in Celtic tradition, but meshed with the improvisation of jazz and other rhythmic sounds from around the world.What this diversity has taught The McDades was simply what it meant to be a Canadian musician. They love music. They love family. They love each other. And their sound is immersed in improvisation, which is brilliantly accomplished each time. The McDades are not only dynamic, but they bring an energy to their sound. One that captivates and audience, gets their feet tapping, their hands clapping and leaves them wanting a lot more. This family knows their music...and you should know their sound, their music, their energy. Check them out. You won't be disappointed. Hometown: Edmonton, Alberta, Canada Website: The McDades Download MP3: The Whistle Blower Buy CD: Bloom Labels: Flook, Grada, Solas, The McDades
--posted by Karen J. Brady, Monday, November 12, 2007 Find Celtic Free Music Downloads from the Brobdingnagian Bards. "Newry Town Highwayman" by Mrs. Ferris' Pighouse Collection
Mrs. Ferris' Pighouse Collection plays traditional Irish music, mixing it with many orient elements. They started by chance, having heard the "old" masters of Irish music perform at a pub in Zagreb. After that, the idea came to form a band. And so, six intrepid people set out to make music history.
Playing in pubs, homes, parks, streets and subways, the music of Mrs. Ferris' Pighouse Collection has been making the rounds in their home country. Even though the lineup has changed, the music has remained Hometown: Zagreb, Croatia Website: Mrs. Ferris' Pighouse Collection Download MP3: Newry Town Highwayman Labels: Altan, Dervish, Dun an doras, Mrs. Ferris' Pighouse Collection, Solas
--posted by Karen J. Brady, Tuesday, October 30, 2007 Find Celtic Free Music Downloads from the Brobdingnagian Bards. "Cheesehead Polka Set" by Athas Their name is Irish for 'joy and gladness.' This is definitely a band that holds true to their name.Athas is a traditional band that is based out of Milwaukee, Wis. and is known for their traditional and original dance tunes. Their goal si to keep the tradition of Celtic music alive, and they are able to do so through their use of traditional insturments, such as the fiddle, guitar, bodhran, as well as the flute, viola, whistles, concertina, djembe and the spoons. This band is a lot different from others because they are trying to spread not just word of their music, but also joy, and to do this, they welcome a lot of guests artists to the stage with them to play, sing or dance along with the band. They're known to play at Irish venues in and around the area and around the midwest. Not only is this band comprised of three talented musicians, but they are also award winners. Heather and Amy were the 2006 midwest fleadh champions on viola and bodhran, and also competed in the 2006 fleadh cheoil na heireann in Ireland. Athas was also featured in MKE and landed a radio spot in 2007. Heather was also presented with the 2007 Ed Ward Music Scholarship this year. Their debut album is now available. Check them out. Joy and gladness aren't the only thing they spread...they also give the world their lively music. Hometown: Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA Website: Athas Download MP3: Cheesehead Polka Set Buy CD: Athas Labels: Athas, Flook, Gan Bua, Liz Carroll, Lunasa, Solas, Tea Merchants
--posted by Karen J. Brady, Friday, October 12, 2007 Find Celtic Free Music Downloads from the Brobdingnagian Bards. "Lark in the Morning" by Maidens IV
Maidens IV is a group of four sisters who bring vivacious fiddling, dynamic percussion and an enchanting four part harmony to their listeners. Since early childhood, Havilah, Heather, Abigail and Tabitha Justice have been actively performing classical and baroque style music with their nine siblings as a part of their home-schooling education.
As a classically trained vocalist, Heather is able to captivate her ausience with the brilliance of her voice. She arranges all of the music for the group and composes much of the vocals and instrumentals, bringing that distinctive sound to the band. Her bodhran is the heartbeat of their percussion. Havilah plays a spirited violin and brings a liveliness to the reels, jigs and ethnic tunes. On the viola, Abigail adds a depth and rich harmony to the group. On the acoustic guitar, Tabitha drives the rhythms and sensitive sounds. Together, the spirited rhythms of Maidens IV brings a youthful vigor to audiences everywhere. Hometown: Loundonville, Ohio, USA Website: Maidens IV Download MP3: Lark in the Morning Buy CD: Four Aflame Labels: Celtic Women, Liz Carroll, Maidens IV, Solas
--posted by Karen J. Brady, Thursday, March 15, 2007 Find Celtic Free Music Downloads from the Brobdingnagian Bards. "Carolan's Concerto" by Tocando el Aire
Tocando el Aire formed in 2001 when Graciela Flores and Ruben Soifer began playing. By October 2003, they were awarded by Revista Celtica, a Celtic Magazine in Italy, when they included one of the recordings in the CD. Since then, three other members have joined the group.
Their music is soft and lulling, a mix of medieval and celtic legacy. Beautifully meshed together, the songs of Tocando el Aire add a new flavor to the Celtic music scene. Hometown: Capital Federal, Buenos Aires, Argentina Similar Artists: Solas, Luar na lubre, Cherish the Ladies, Flook Rubai Influences: Solas, The Chieftains, Joannie Madden, Luar na Lubre, Jean Michel Veillon Website: Tocando el Aire Download MP3: Carolan's Concerto Buy CD: En el Bosque sin Retorno Labels: Cherish the Ladies, Flook Rubai, Jean Michel Veillon, Joannie Madden, Luar na lubre, Solas, The Chieftains, Tocando el Aire, Turlough O'Carolan
--posted by Karen J. Brady, Friday, February 16, 2007 Find Celtic Free Music Downloads from the Brobdingnagian Bards. "Shimmering Wings" by Gaelic Wind Project They hail from Essen, Germany. Yet the repertoire of Gaelic Wind Project consists of Irish traditional songs and tunes, but they also perform their own material. This Irish folk band consists of two female lead vocalists who are accompanied by Irish wooden flute, accordion, guitar, Irish bouzouki and percussion. Gaelic Wind Project is a nice addition to any Celtic music collection. Hometown: Essen, Germany Similar Artists: Hoping to be unique! ;D Influences: Loreena McKennitt, Planxty, Solas, Flook Website: Gaelic Wind Project Download MP3: Shimmering Wings Buy CD: Along the Enchanted Way Labels: Flook, Gaelic Wind Project, Loreena McKennitt, Planxty, Solas
--posted by Karen J. Brady, Monday, February 12, 2007 Find Celtic Free Music Downloads from the Brobdingnagian Bards. "Jolly Rover" by Maidens IV With the heartbeat of the bodhran, the spirit of the violin and viola, and the soft tunings of the guitar, Maidens IV is bringing a youthful vigor and class to Celtic and Folk sounds. These four sisters, Havilah, Heather, Abigail and Tabitha Justice have been performing classical and baroque music wih their nine siblings. With a new sound of their own, they formed Maidens IV, bringing a new sound and genre to the mix as they stoke the fire of the Celtic and Folk scene.Hometown: Loundonville, Ohio, USA Similar Artists: Solas, Celtic Women, Liz Carroll Influences: Irish, Scottish, Bluegrass, Folk, Classical Website: Maidens IV Download MP3: no longer available Buy CD: Four Aflame Labels: Celtic Women, Jolly Rover, Liz Carroll, Maidens IV, Solas
--posted by Karen J. Brady, Wednesday, January 10, 2007 Find Celtic Free Music Downloads from the Brobdingnagian Bards.
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