[Celtic Music] Masterpieces of Celtic music. Recommended Irish music

Gortoz A Ran J’AttendsDenez Prigent feat Lisa Gerrard

Denez Prigent feat Lisa Gerrard – Gortoz A Ran J’Attends.

This song by the French singer-songwriter and poet Denez Prigent, featuring the Australian artist of Irish descent Lisa Gerrard, is also well known for being used in the film Black Hawk Down.

Black is the ColourGaelic Storm

Gaelic Storm – Black is the Colour

Since its formation in 1996, Gaelic Storm has been a beloved Celtic band in California.

The band gained the spotlight with an appearance in the 1997 film Titanic, and their “Black is the Color” is one of the beautiful, quiet, and moving Celtic songs.

It is said to have its origins in the Appalachian Mountains of the United States.

The Bonny SwansLoreena McKennitt

Loreena Mckennitt The Bonny Swans

Loreena McKennitt is a Celtic artist from Canada and also a Celtic harp player.

In addition to Celtic music, which is her own roots, she incorporates musical influences from places like Africa and Spain into her songs.

Not only does she have a clear, pure voice, but her powerful falsetto is also highly captivating.

The Bonny Swans is a track that encapsulates McKennitt’s appeal.

Its serious melody highlights just how cool Celtic music can be!

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Nothing But The Same Old StoryPaul Brady

Paul Brady sings Nothing But The Same Old Story

Paul Brady is an Irish singer-songwriter and musician active since 1965.

Brady is known for his folk and pop sound.

This acoustic track appears on his second album, Hard Station, released in 1981, where his voice rings out over a guitar duo.

The song laments facing the prejudice, preconceptions, and condescending attitudes of locals toward Irish workers, finding solace in the pub, growing tired of hearing the same stories over and over with companions, and ultimately feeling powerless and returning home with an Irish woman—while also standing as something special from Brady that pushed back against the synth-driven pop music of the time.

Rose ConnollyThe Everly Brothers

The Everly Brothers – Rose Connolly (AKA Down in the Willow Garden)

A traditional Appalachian murder ballad also known as “Down in the Willow Garden.” It has been recorded by many artists, including the American musician Justin Vernon’s indie band Bon Iver and musician-actor Shakey Graves.

This version by the Everly Brothers was released in 1958.

It is recommended for lovers of soothing, restorative Irish and Celtic music.

SONG FOR IRELANDJoan McInnes

SONG FOR IRELAND – Joan McInnes

This is a traditional Irish song included on the 2002 compilation album “The Best of Celtic Music.” It is performed by Joan Mcleenes, a talented singer and entertainer active in Australia.

Down by the Sally GardensLark and Spur

Down By The Sally Gardens Irish Celtic folk songs music

Lark and Spur, who perform traditional Celtic music, are an Irish group consisting of Jeff Whiteley and Lori Decker.

Their first performances began in metro tunnels and Parisian squares.

Their sound is highly melodic and soothing.