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Posted by: Rindy 14-Nov-2005, 10:36 AM

With the administrator of Albannach's permission, I thought I would let you know what is going on with this new fabulous band.. There is also a clip at the end if you want to see them in action.. Hopefully new CD's will be out soon. Hello, As you may be aware, Albannach is a new Scottish band formed by 5 former members of the band Clann An Drumma. While parting company from Clann An Drumma was a sad moment for all involved, especially for you ? their fantastic fans, some of the group decided that they wanted to carry on giving their fans the kind of loud, blood-pumping, euphoric entertainment that you all crave so much ! Jamesie, Jacquie, Donnie, Kyle and Aya, would like to thank Joe Kilna MacKenzie for their time with Clann An Drumma, and wish him all the best for the future with Clann An Drumma. We are sure they will continue to be just as successful as ever. To that end; Jamesie, Jacquie, Donnie, Kyle and Aya have decided to get together and form a new band? so, please join us in witnessing the birth of ?Albannach? !! Albannach is Gaelic for ?Scottish?, and the guys already have new music, a new feature packed website and they are now planning their first tour as Albannach. The tour will be commencing early in 2006, and they plan to cover as much of Europe as possible, North America? they may even venture into Canada? and not to forget their home country, SCOTLAND! We hope that as previous fans of the group, or even if you have never heard of us before - that you will join us and become a fully fledged fan of Albannach. For more information, and for regular updates on what is happening with Albannach, please visit our new website : http://www.albannachonline.com Thanks for reading ! Slainte, Albannach ! Here is the clip- http://www.royalhouseofstewart.org.uk/music.htm#alb Thanks Jamesie... Slainte

Posted by: Raven 14-Nov-2005, 01:50 PM

Hey Rindy Thanks for posting this. I really enjoyed the Video. Mikel

Posted by: Rindy 14-Nov-2005, 02:04 PM

Anytime Mike... Slainte

Posted by: ArizonaAmy9 17-Nov-2005, 11:12 AM

Well...this should be interesting to see how the newly formed Albannach does. Will their music be of the same sort? Blood pumping, foot stomping sort? Will Jacquie do any more singing? She has such a lovely voice I hope they'll take advantage of her (voice that is...) I've checked out their site too...once it really gets up and going then we should know more. It seems they are busy booking already though... Keep me posted Rindy!! amy

Posted by: Rindy 19-Nov-2005, 11:41 AM

We have some wonderful news: Hope this helps some Amy-- All, The crew here at ALBANNACH are excited to announce the arrival of a new face to the line-up... or maybe not so new ! This new face will be on tour with us for U.S TOUR DATES ONLY, so if you want to watch the new line up keep your eyes on the tour dates. We could be in your back yard sooner than you think ! O.K, enough we hear you say. Albannach are proud to welcome... DAVIE 'RAMONE' MORRISON to the group ! For those of you who dont know Davy or have never seem him perform before, he's an awesome guy, and an awesome musician ... keep an eye on the About Us page for a picture and further information, which will be posted shortly. Along with this we will be working along side Davie in his latest venture..."ART AND MUSIC OF THE ALBANNACH"... this is where he will showcase his artististic talents. WELCOME HOME DAVIE RAMONE ! Slainte, Albannach. WELCOME BACK DAVY Slainte

Posted by: celticfire 19-Nov-2005, 12:52 PM

Nice video; thanks for posting Rindy

Posted by: Rindy 20-Nov-2005, 11:11 AM

I thought I would let you know Albanacch's site has its chat up on the website.. Sometimes the band is on there and you can chat with them.. Slainte

Posted by: Rindy 27-Nov-2005, 03:41 PM

With Jamesie Johnstons permission, I thought I would post his story that he posted on the Albannach's website: Just a wee note to let you know how the gig went last night. Am sure you have read black devon and pink pixes posts but i'll give you a wee run down as well. Arrived last night early to set up the drums, lights and P.A system....auld reekie was well cold last night so we ran about trying to keep warm! After we set up it was of to the bar down stairs for a wee refreshment....its hard work you know. Met Black devon down there and a wee lassie from the other side of the pond......must add it was great to see afriendly face from the states.......and yes MUM we looked after her! Of up stairs we went......the other band was on first and the natives were warming up....great atmosphere all thanks to the organizer Fiona Robertson......she had the place looking great.....flags and posters everywhere. Our good friend Davie Ross takes to the mic and gave a heart warming speech as he always does.....then it was time for the thunder......you could feel the electric charge running through the crowd.......dirks and swords were drawn, all glinting of the lights set up behind us.......Donnie cranks up the pipes....the crowd roar....Kyle bursts in to rythem......Jacks and my base drums shake the floor and Aya start'S the rockin......HERE WE GO! It was bounc'in.....at some points it gets a bit mental with these gigs....the crowd has such passion they have the whole place jumpin and swayin to the drums.....its a sight to behold! Towards the end of the show your good friend JACOBITE 1745 was up the front giv'in the whole crowd a lesson on how to dance tribal style......am sure B.D and P.P will agree he did us proud! Again it was another magical nite.......i think band and crowd alike were all left exhausted ......but all ready and waiting for the next tribal awkening! Slainte........Jamesie.........ALBANNACH FOREVER!!

Posted by: Rindy 01-Dec-2005, 02:07 PM

Here is a article new article written by Jamesie Johnston..I think you will find it of interest... http://www.royalhouseofstewart.org.uk/guest.htm Thanks Jamesie! Slainte

Posted by: Firecracker 04-Dec-2005, 10:39 PM

Albannach will be returning to the States in 2006 We are looking forward to spring when we shall see our dear friends once again and hear those Tribal sounds

Posted by: CelticRose 05-Dec-2005, 04:38 AM

Good job, Rindy! Thanks for providing all the info, video and updates on Albannach. I am very anxious to hear what kind of music they perform and if they ever plan to come to the western states! Many thanks again!

Posted by: Firecracker 05-Dec-2005, 08:22 AM

If anyone should live in the Gatlinburg, TN or Glasgow, KY area be sure to make it out to those Highland Games. Albannach will be there! They are both great games! Hope to see you there.

Posted by: Rindy 05-Dec-2005, 10:57 AM

Thanks CRose.. I am hoping Jamesie will keep me updated on all of the gigs.. He said this morning they are working on the new CD as we speak...so ---Yippy Skippy...can't wait... Slainte

Posted by: Firecracker 05-Dec-2005, 09:26 PM

Rindy and CR~ Hope you get to meet and see the band play live some day It is an experience you will never forget! I'm needing a Albannach fix badly!

Posted by: Rindy 05-Dec-2005, 09:34 PM

What is it they say close friends ner shall part-- It's an experience that I wouldn't want to miss! lol! Slainte

Posted by: cynni 06-Dec-2005, 06:07 AM

I cant either

Posted by: Firecracker 06-Dec-2005, 07:39 AM

Rindy~Maybe they will make it out to your area so you can finally meet them. Who knows what adventures the new band Albannach will embark upon in 2006 We are already making plans for them to make the journey back home to Glasgow~their home away from home Hi cynni If the band makes it back up to your Highland Games we may be planning a road trip

Posted by: cynni 06-Dec-2005, 11:51 AM

It would be so wonderful to see y'all again.

Posted by: Firecracker 06-Dec-2005, 07:24 PM

Soon! cynni Soon! Will y'all be making it to the Gatlinburg Games?

Posted by: cynni 06-Dec-2005, 09:10 PM

I am pretty sure we will. I ahve to make our Reservations at Fairfield.Soon I hope this winter goes real quick.

Posted by: Firecracker 07-Dec-2005, 08:09 AM

Fairfield? Where exactly is that located? We have already made our reservations.. wishing we were packed ready to be there. I think we will be getting a camp site for the Glasgow Games this year. Where do y'all stay for those? It seems so strange to already be making plans for Albannach when the gigs are still so far away. You almost have to do that to get sleeping arrangments taken care of.

Posted by: cynni 07-Dec-2005, 03:28 PM

We have timeshares at Fairfield. They are located in Sevierville, TN. Just across from Walmart. It is a really nice place. They are getting a site in Gatlinburg also. When they get that one going we will stay there. When we went to the games this year. We parked the car and caught the trolley into Gatlinburg.

Posted by: Firecracker 08-Dec-2005, 09:24 AM

The trolley is great! Our hotel is only about 15 mins away from the games so we just drove. I look for those games to be much bigger this year b/c of Albannach Their fan base has grown in size so much within the year that we have became groupies Will your children be coming this year?

Posted by: cynni 08-Dec-2005, 03:08 PM

I love that word "Groupie" Sounds so cool. I can't wait to see the group again. May can't get here soon enough. I am not sure if Wendy and Ian will be going with us or not. If I am not mistaken they are still in school that week.There last day of school is May 23. If they want to go we will let them go.

Posted by: Firecracker 08-Dec-2005, 03:50 PM

Who ever thunk we'd be "groupies" at this age, aye We are truly more like family than groupies. Wish you could have been at VanHoy... That was the best! It was like a huge family reunion We are so hoping they do another gig there in 2006

Posted by: CelticRose 09-Dec-2005, 12:08 AM

Hello all! I have yet to make reservations anywhere until I know where Albannach will be. I had planned to go to GA the spring/summer of 2006 but it may not turn out. Instead, DH and I might likely take a trip up to Colorado. Something we have been wanting to do for a long time. I can only hope that Albannach makes it out west and if they do, I will do what I can to see them and meet y'all. But, I guess we will just have to see, aye? I wish the best for them all! Keep me posted!

Posted by: cynni 09-Dec-2005, 04:43 AM

I wish we could of been there also. But $$$$ money kept us from going. I am glad that I have been able to meet all these people. Like You said firecraker it is one big happy family. I get along better with this family than I do with my brothers. I am hoping that if they do VanHoyfthat we will be able to go. CR- You just got to think positive "ALANNACH WILL BE OUT WEST"

Posted by: WizardofOwls 09-Dec-2005, 05:05 AM

Please forgive me for not understanding, but I don't understand why everyone has jumped on the bandwagon for this band so quickly without any explanation of why they so coldly and ruthlessly gutted Clann an Drumma, taking everything excpet Joe with them. Personally I think it was one of the coldest and most cruel things I have ever seen anyone do, and I'm not jumping on the band wagon so fast. Not without an explanation. Sorry.

Posted by: cynni 09-Dec-2005, 06:13 AM

I have not left CAD. I Hope to see CAD soon. I am really sad about what happen. I really don't know all the circumstances, so I don't take sides. But that just gives us 2 great bands to listen to. I really wish the CAD forum was running. I miss it.

Posted by: Firecracker 10-Dec-2005, 07:05 AM

WizardofOwls~You learn in life not to believe everything you read. Like divorce~No one knows how a situation is until you are in it. We wish Joe and his crew all the best The CAD forum is suppose to be back up and going this weekend For those Albannach fans~ They are having a photo contest in their forum that is hilarious ! Come join in the fun!

Posted by: cynni 10-Dec-2005, 07:05 AM

What do y'all think of the new look on the Albannch site. I kinda like it.

Posted by: cynni 10-Dec-2005, 07:07 AM

Firecracker. I saw the pics. I like the one with Jamesie and Donnie in the tub the best.

Posted by: Firecracker 10-Dec-2005, 07:15 AM

I'm not big on change but I do like the new look of the forum..it is also much easier to get around. Chris does a great job for us... which I am very thankful for. I called Lillie yesterday to tell her to check out those pictures..she laughed so hard! I thought she was gonna pee her pants! Her favorite is the leprechauns and I must say that is a good one! Everytime I look at that one I get so tickled that I can't think of a caption to use. Isn't the band so much fun? They couldn't have given us a better gift for Christmas~laughter

Posted by: cynni 10-Dec-2005, 07:30 AM

I could just see her laughing like that. I did when I seen the one on Donnie. I would never of thought he could have so much hair. Never thought Jacquie could get so messy. Chris does a great job on the site. You are so right about getting around easier.

Posted by: Rindy 10-Dec-2005, 09:29 AM

Hi Wizard,- I understand what your saying.. Everything that happened did for a reason..we must move on- as we all know everything in life changes..and this is for the best..its over and done with. I am wishing both the bands the best of luck...hope this kind of settles your mind some what Wizard..we have two to listen too now...everyone is entitled to make their own opinion I am for both of them...I hope you will listen to both bands..have a happy evening... Hi Firecracker- I did hear the site has been handed over to the other administrator/ company- and as Joe said they will be back..with lots of surprises..I am sure he will have it back up and running as soon as he can..busy time of year with Christmas and family and friends. I can't wait- Those pictures of the band on the Albannach site are really great- so much fun. Have a good night. Hi cynni, Hope all is well with you and yours. I like the new look of the site- Thanks Chris Hope all is well with you and yours.. I will try and keep everyone posted on both bands as Albannach and Clann An Drumma releases me to do so. Watch the websites- the CAD one to come SOON Here is a update from Jamesie and a video you might enjoy..the bottom one on the video page is the newest. http://www.royalhouseofstewart.org.uk/music.htm#alb Slainte

Posted by: CelticRose 11-Dec-2005, 09:03 AM

Hello all! I have been having some major computer problems that I am still working on and about to go bonkers,but where there is a will there is a way, aye?! I am anxious to hear and see both Albannach and CAD's schedule. Wizard, my friend, I don't think anyone here has abanonded CAD. Most of these people have met them and know them personally and call them friends. I know for myself, I support both bands and whatever happened between all the members is their business and not mine. So I am anxious to hear both lineups for both CAD and Albannach and wishing them the best in the future and also hoping they come out west to see me!

Posted by: Rindy 11-Dec-2005, 09:27 AM

Hi Celtic Rose, If you click on the Albannach site they have some of their gigs listed. Guess I should pop the big question for us huh? It would be nice to see both of them I would be happy with just one...I will be happy with the new cd's and dvd.. its good to see you I hope you get that computer figured out.. I will let you know as soon as I hear anything at all-have a great day. Slainte

Posted by: A Shrule Egan 11-Dec-2005, 02:28 PM

QUOTE (WizardofOwls @ 09-Dec-2005, 06:05 AM) Please forgive me for not understanding, but I don't understand why everyone has jumped on the bandwagon for this band so quickly without any explanation of why they so coldly and ruthlessly gutted Clann an Drumma, taking everything excpet Joe with them. Personally I think it was one of the coldest and most cruel things I have ever seen anyone do, and I'm not jumping on the band wagon so fast. Not without an explanation. Sorry. No explanation is really needed from CAD or Albannach. This is very simple to figure out, if you know CAD's music and history. The first cd had about half the songs on it that really smoked and that's the ones everyone remembers and request all the time. The follow-up cd's had very little with songs that really moved you. Joe was stuck in a rut with the same tribal type songs and the other band members, all being much younger than Joe, had way to much energy to expel and got bored with the music. Look at all of the new videos that Albannach have released. They all smoke. Joe will put together a very worthy band but it won't be the high energy band that everyone knew.

Posted by: Firecracker 11-Dec-2005, 11:07 PM

QUOTE (A Shrule Egan @ 11-Dec-2005, 03:28 PM) Look at all of the new videos that Albannach have released. They all smoke. I got to see Albannach play live minus Jacquie and your are right~They do smoke! Literally! It was cold the night of their gig and smoke was coming off of Kyle's head! heheheee Seriously~The guys did a great job and we look forward to seeing them play once again along with Jacquie and Davey

Posted by: cynni 11-Dec-2005, 11:13 PM

I can't wait to see Davey play again. He was totally awesome. I wonder if he ever got his ghillies?

Posted by: Firecracker 11-Dec-2005, 11:17 PM

I have only got to see Davey play once at the Glasgow Games so I look forward to seeing him along with his family once again. Hopefully you will be able to ask him about the ghillies soon I got to see Ashley's ghillies and y'all did an awesome job!

Posted by: cynni 11-Dec-2005, 11:22 PM

We got to see him at the Glasgow games twice and in Pa once. He is really awesome as Darryl would say. We even got to meet his wife at Glasgow. I am glad you liked Ashley's ghillies. Have you seen Elegenna's? She got a pair also. I really hope they like them.

Posted by: Firecracker 12-Dec-2005, 06:33 AM

This was at Robin's bday party where I saw Ashley's ghillies..Elgenna had to come there straight from work so she didn't have hers on. Has Donnie orderd a pair of boots? It seems that he is the only band member of Albannach that doesn't have them. I loved Gunnar's ghillies! Those were so cute!

Posted by: cynni 12-Dec-2005, 06:56 AM

I am glad that Ashley is wearing hers. That means she likes them. No Donnie has not ordered a pair of boots yet. But don't think that John hasn't tried to sell him a pair. Cause he has tried. The sad thing is I don't have a pair yet.

Posted by: Firecracker 12-Dec-2005, 01:11 PM

Money might be tight for our little piper Beer and cigs aren't cheap, ya know I may have John fit my feet for a pair next time we meet. I'd love to have some ghillies... they look so comfortable! Cindy~Are we allowed to post pics of the band in this thread or is there a photo thread else where? Don't want to make the mistake of posting wrong again

Posted by: Rindy 13-Dec-2005, 11:23 PM

Hi Firecracker. I hope you don't mind if I answer your question..here is the url for photos..Please feel free to ask myself or any of the guides that is why we do this job.. http://www.celticradio.net/php/gallery/index.php Have a great evening Slainte

Posted by: Firecracker 14-Dec-2005, 07:55 AM

Thanks~Rindy Mac has lead me in the right direction also I'll try to get those pics mailed to Mac soon There will be lots more Albannach pics to share in 2006

Posted by: Rindy 16-Dec-2005, 05:01 PM

Thought I would put some of Albannachs tour schedule up..Hopefully we will be getting a promotional pack from them with their new songs. December 03 Dec Private Event Buxton, England 09 Dec Supporting The Vatersie Boys Glasgow Barrowlands, Glasgow, Scotland SOLD OUT 29 Dec Rob Roy Commemoration Kings House Hotel, Balquhidder, Scotland Contact: 0125 921 9945 Slainte

Posted by: Firecracker 17-Dec-2005, 06:35 AM

I would like to include the tour dates here in the States booked so far.. with lots more to come~We hope The band is really good about getting their info out as soon as possible so people can plan their vacation time around their shows~ Never thought I'd be a groupie at my age May 5-6 Scottish Festival & Celtic Gathering Bridgeport, WV http://www.scots-westvirginia.org/scottish_heritage_society-ScottishCelticFestival.htm May 7~Glen Rock Fairie Festival~Spoutwood Farm Glen Rock, PA USA http://www.fairiefestival.net/ May 19-21 Gatlinburg Scottish Festival & Games Mills Park, Gatlinburg, TN USA http://www.gsfg.org/ June 1-4~Glasgow Highland Games~Lucas,KY USA http://www.glasgowhighlandgames.com/ Hope to see you at some of the shows

Posted by: cynni 19-Dec-2005, 02:00 AM

Will be at Gatlinburg and Glasgow for sure,

Posted by: Rindy 21-Dec-2005, 05:26 PM

The administrator of Albannach has confirmed the Grandfather Mtn. concert... Slainte

Posted by: Firecracker 21-Dec-2005, 07:19 PM

Here is the link to the Grandfather Games http://www.gmhg.org/index.shtml Can't wait! We'll see ya there~Mama Tater

Posted by: cynni 21-Dec-2005, 09:59 PM

Yahoooo. You will definitely see McKinzie's there. That is a for sure. Can't wait to see everybody.

Posted by: Rindy 21-Dec-2005, 10:38 PM

Thanks for the link Firecracker.. Here is a copy of the newsletter thanks to the administrator. Way to go Chris..woo hoo...well done... Hello, and welcome to the first newsletter from Albannach ! First of all, we would like to take this opportunity to wish you all a very merry Christmas, and we hope you have a wonderful new year... we'll raise a glass (or 3) to you at the bells ! Since Albannach formed nearly 2 months ago, it has been absolutely non-stop for us ! We have been working flat-out with some great gigs, organising our 2006 tour, and of course - recording our first (and second) CD Albums... there's also been a little work on a DVD !! Our 2006 tour is going to be BIG... Here's a little early Christmas present for you - we have just confirmed that we will be at Grandfather Mountain 6th-9th July 2006 ! Along with Bridgeport W.V, Gatlinburg T.N, and the Glen Rock Fairie Festival in P.A...in May, then Glasgow K.Y. Highland Games in June it's going to be a great summer for us... and we hope you will join us on the road and make it a year to remember. We are planning on releasing our CD albums towards the end of January 2006, but you know how these things go, it may be a little later, it may be a little earlier... regardless, we will let you all know as soon as they are ready to roll. Once our CD's are released, we will also be launching our Online Radio service, where you can listen to our music online. 24/7, wherever you are ! Looking forward to 2006, we can't wait for our family of 'misfits' to grow, lets make the shows and the audiences as wild as ever ! So, from us to you: have a great holiday period, and join us back on our website once you have recovered ! Happy Holidays :-) Slainte, Albannach !

Posted by: Firecracker 22-Dec-2005, 07:12 AM

The newsletter was sent to all us misfits via email If you would like to receive a newsletter from Albannach come join us on their forum~ http://www.albannachonline.com/community/index.php The more the merrier! It looks as if to be an exciting year coming up!

Posted by: Rindy 22-Dec-2005, 09:08 AM

QUOTE (Firecracker @ 22-Dec-2005, 07:12 AM) The newsletter was sent to all us misfits via email If you would like to receive a newsletter from Albannach come join us on their forum~ http://www.albannachonline.com/community/index.php The more the merrier! It looks as if to be an exciting year coming up! Yes Firecracker I realize that, but I posted the letter because Chris asked me too. I think he did a good job on it too.. Merry Christmas

Posted by: Firecracker 22-Dec-2005, 11:10 AM

Rindy~ I wasn't applying anything in my post. I just want others to know they are more than welcome to join the forum to receive a newsletter or gather any other info about Albannach. That's all.. And yes... Chris did a great job with the letter. We are very thankful for him and the hard work he does for the band as well as the fans.

Posted by: Rindy 22-Dec-2005, 11:20 AM

I know that silly!!!! I agree the more the merrier woo hoo.....I just don't want to have us double posting things..Have a good one... Slainte

Posted by: Firecracker 22-Dec-2005, 11:29 AM

no problem.. Rindy This forum seems big enough for us both to share info on the band I'll have lots more info and pics to share in 2006. Many shows to attend! Thank you~Albannach

Posted by: Rindy 22-Dec-2005, 11:42 AM

Firecracker,yes this is a big wonderful site..I don't mind you posting things about Albannch just be really careful with the copyright laws that are into effect now- make sure that you have permission to post what you do..ok I am looking out for Celtic Radio interests here...ok And lets make sure we don't double statements-that serves noone any purpose.. Merry Christmas

Posted by: Firecracker 22-Dec-2005, 11:51 AM

If I have done anything wrong I'm sure Mac will let me know. Wait~Maybe I'm mistaken.. are you the Web Master over the music thread? With you saying~"I" don't mind you posting~I didn't know. Being a newbie it might be best to find these sort of things out. I know all about copyright laws so I will use caution~thanks for your concern. Merry Christmas to you and yours and a very Happy New Year

Posted by: Rindy 22-Dec-2005, 12:01 PM

QUOTE (Firecracker @ 22-Dec-2005, 11:51 AM) If I have done anything wrong I'm sure Mac will let me know.  Wait~Maybe I'm mistaken.. are you the Web Master over the music thread? With you saying~"I" don't mind you posting~I didn't know. Being a newbie it might be best to find these sort of things out.  I know all about copyright laws so I will use caution~thanks for your concern.  Merry Christmas to you and yours and a very Happy New Year  Hi Firecracker- Macfive doesn't have the time to go through every thread in this huge site. Do you see the Guide sign under my name? Yes, I am in charge of the music threads and all others that is why we have them..you have done nothing wrong and I am keeping both parties interests at heart here..The last thing we all need is legal issues.. Feel free to post, just yours and all others posts in all threads will be monitored.. We do that here..to protect everyone..hope that helps explain things a little better for you..thanks for helping out Merry Christmas Slainte

Posted by: Firecracker 22-Dec-2005, 01:47 PM

Rindy~ With Big Brother(Sister) watching~I'll try to behave..but there are no promises I came by the nickname~Firecracker honestly and being an Albannach "misfit" doesn't help much either Now~back to the subject of this thread If anyone thinks they may be coming to the Glasgow Highland Games to see Albannach and would be needing lodging please let me know. I would be more than happy to post hotel numbers. We are very limited with lodging in Glasgow so I would reserve my room now. We also have lots of nice campgrounds close to where the games are held. If I can be of any help just let me know.

Posted by: cynni 22-Dec-2005, 01:53 PM

Firecracker- Can't wait till the Glasgow games. We have our reservations already made. See ya then if not sooner.

Posted by: Firecracker 22-Dec-2005, 02:30 PM

Cynni~Where are y'all staying in Glasgow? Several of us are getting a camp site this year. Maybe we can do a potluck like we did at Vanhoy... that was sooo much fun! We'll see you at Gatlinburg for sure. We've never been to LN but if Albannach is there you never know...

Posted by: Rindy 22-Dec-2005, 03:11 PM

Firecracker you and yours have a very Merry Xmas and a Great New Year.. Hope to see you here and there.. cynni- Happy Holidays to you and yours- Slainte

Posted by: cynni 23-Dec-2005, 03:48 AM

QUOTE (Rindy @ 22-Dec-2005, 04:11 PM) Firecracker you and yours have a very Merry Xmas and a Great New Year.. Hope to see you here and there.. cynni- Happy Holidays to you and yours- Slainte Rindy Have a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year also. Stay safe.

Posted by: cynni 23-Dec-2005, 03:59 AM

QUOTE (Firecracker @ 22-Dec-2005, 03:30 PM) Cynni~Where are y'all staying in Glasgow? Several of us are getting a camp site this year. Maybe we can do a potluck like we did at Vanhoy... that was sooo much fun! We'll see you at Gatlinburg for sure. We've never been to LN but if Albannach is there you never know... We are staying at the Comfort Inn Glasgow. If we didn't already have reservations we would camp also. Maybe next year. The potluck sounds like fun.

Posted by: Firecracker 23-Dec-2005, 06:05 AM

There are several peeps that already have rooms at the Comfort Inn You will be among friends. Oh! If we have a potluck you wouldn't have to be a camper to join in You know us! We are one big happy family that loves to eat I'll be sure to let you know more when it comes closer to time

Posted by: Firecracker 24-Dec-2005, 07:40 AM

Albannach has so many exciting things for us misfits in 2006! I can hardly wait! I'm sure Rindy has already posted about Davey Ramone so I hope she doesn't mind my two cents added in Davey will be joining Albannach when they play here in the States. We are happy to hear that Davey will be a part of our family and so look forward to seeing him soon. Albannach has a Tribal Boy which was drawn by Davey. My daughter made the suggestion that we need a Tribal Woman. Davey has taken this project to heart and I can't wait to see her! As I said~some exciting times are ahead for us misfits.

Posted by: Rindy 24-Dec-2005, 08:55 AM

I am putting up the dates to the upcoming events in January. Yes Davey is back for when they come over the pond...and yes I did say that....lol Albannach 2006 Tour Schedule Date Venue / Event Location Further Information January 14 Jan Glasgow Highland Ceilidh Maryhill Halls, Glasgow, Scotland Contact: 0141 336 8990 26 Jan Private Function St. Andrews Bay Hotel, Scotland Slainte

Posted by: cynni 24-Dec-2005, 09:20 AM

Firecracker: Cant wait till the '"Tribal Woman" is done. As Darrell would say "AWESOME".

Posted by: Firecracker 24-Dec-2005, 10:15 AM

I am hoping they do hoodies with our "Tribal Woman" along with Tshirts Won't us ladies be a "hot" look'n bunch of misfits! Davey was in chat last night which was fun He is such a great guy! Heck! They are all great! I sure do miss 'em

Posted by: Firecracker 24-Dec-2005, 11:18 AM

I see one of our misfits has joined in the fun Hi Milady

Posted by: Firecracker 24-Dec-2005, 02:00 PM

Rindy~ Have you posted about the show in Temple Square, Dublin, Ireland? I couldn't find it but then again it could have been overlooked Maybe Jamesie and Jacquie will have another pic made

Posted by: Rindy 24-Dec-2005, 02:29 PM

No Firecracker, I haven't heard the word go from Jamesie or Chris yet..It's in March don't want to get to far ahead of things...will post it when the time is confirmed and I hear the word from Chris or Jamesie.. As far as the picture I am sorry I am not sure which one your speaking of?? Slainte

Posted by: Firecracker 24-Dec-2005, 03:56 PM

Are you serious!~You have to get permission to post info on their shows! That is rather surprising! I've really jumped the gun then with the posting of spring/summer gigs The pic in the December Photo Competition You haven't seen it! It's the best! My daughter about wet on herself she laughed so hard. You need to check it out!

Posted by: Rindy 24-Dec-2005, 04:05 PM

QUOTE (Firecracker @ 24-Dec-2005, 03:56 PM) Are you serious!~You have to get permission to post info on their shows! That is rather surprising! I've really jumped the gun then with the posting of spring/summer gigs The pic in the December Photo Competition You haven't seen it! It's the best! My daughter about wet on herself she laughed so hard. You need to check it out! Firecracker, Feel free to post what ever you want too about the March tour. I usually wait until I hear from one of the two that its confimed and know for sure of tour dates have learned by past mistakes..I am sure if we post something that shouldn't be we will hear about it... Take care & Merry Christmas

Posted by: Firecracker 26-Dec-2005, 05:25 PM

I have a friend that may be getting to see the band soon. Wish I was going to be there to share in the fun

Posted by: cynni 26-Dec-2005, 05:28 PM

They sure are the lucky ones. Why couldn't it be us.

Posted by: Firecracker 26-Dec-2005, 08:20 PM

Cynni~We have to share Our time will come soon

Posted by: cynni 27-Dec-2005, 12:49 PM

Firecracker: I will be polite and share. It just the excitement of seeing them.

Posted by: Firecracker 27-Dec-2005, 03:21 PM

Will there be any forum peeps that will be attending the Rob Roy Commemoration? If so, please bring back lots of pics to share. I'm needing an Albannach fix~badly!

Posted by: Rindy 29-Dec-2005, 09:26 AM

Update from Jamesie Misfits........ All shows and events that are posted on the ALBANNACH tour page are confirmed shows. In some cases highland games web-sites are still showing dates and performers for the year 05'......so keep an eye on there page and dates and performers names will change in due time. So just to re-cap.......if its on our tour page then ALBANNACH will see you there!! Thanks..............Jamesie. March 16-18 St. Patricks Day Celebration Temple Square Dublin Ireland

Posted by: Firecracker 30-Dec-2005, 07:20 AM

Sounds like the Rob Roy Commemoration was a glorious day Albannach went down a storm in Balquhidder! WTG!~ALBANNACH! Wish we could have all been there to join in the celebration We may have a wee surprise for those of us attending the Glasgow Games.

Posted by: Firecracker 02-Jan-2006, 07:16 AM

With Cat's permission~Here are her pictures from the Rob Roy Commemoration http://share.shutterfly.com/action/welcome?sid=8AZuWLhw4cuXGg

Posted by: CelticRose 03-Jan-2006, 01:31 AM

Wow! Really terrific photos, Firecracker! Thanks so much for sharing. Looks cold there for those guys in kilts, eh? Otherwise, some really momentous scenes! Thanks!

Posted by: Firecracker 03-Jan-2006, 07:48 AM

CR~I wish I could take credit for the pics but they were taken by Skyetraveler~Catherine She was very kind in letting me share them with everyone It did look a bit cold there but those Scots are tough Wish I could have been there to join in the fun but I'm afraid to fly so I enjoy Scotland through others

Posted by: CelticRose 03-Jan-2006, 12:58 PM

Well, Firecracker! I am not too fond of flying myself. Every year I say I am going to Scotland and I have yet to make it there!

Posted by: MiLadyCeilidh 03-Jan-2006, 10:11 PM

OK you two... this will be the year!

Posted by: John Clements 05-Jan-2006, 03:51 AM

Hi to Firecracker and Celtic Rose. Since I feel pretty much the novas, with this internet stuff, some how I still feel as though I’ve been eves dropping, but when I read that either of you have not yet, been fortunate enough to have been to Scotland. I thought you might like to hear my little story. Anyway, it all started two years a go when I asked my daughter Lillian where she wanted to go to celebrate her High School graduation, and you guessed it, she said Scotland. Not being much of a planner, the next thing I knew was, Lilly and Jeanie my wife, and of course myself, landed in Glasgow. Where we toured the city for a couple of days on public transportation, we even visited Paisley, which is where my mother was born, and where there is a fantastic thirteenth century Abby. We didn’t have a chance to go to Combs Lang, where my farther was born, but next tim. From that point we rented a car and made our way north west, stopping at B&B’s along the way. Eight days later we found ourselves in Edinburgh with another two days before we had to return to Glasgow for our flight home. Funny, because I felt like I was leaving home to go home, even though I had never been to Scotland before. But on the way we sang to Loch Lomond, passed through The Valley of Glen Coe, took a steam train From Fort William to have lunch at Mallaig, which is a quaint little fishing village. Buy the way, Haggis does take getting use to. We ferried to the Isle of Mull from Oban, and I had to be dragged off the Isle Sky, because I didn’t want to leave. We drove over Apple Cross, which is the highest mountain in the British Isles, and I must say from that vantage point even the Caribbean Sea is a close second to the Irish Sea. From there we had to head east to see if we could catch a glimpse of Nessie, but no luck. From there we tested some of the finest Scotch at varies breweries, while passing through Inverness and St Andrews and other little towns headed for Edinburgh, which is a must see, or even better a must live. I guess what I trying to saying is, that going to Scotland should be high on any ones list, and if I were you guys. I would get there by any means possible, which would include, by hook or by crook, by going into debt, or even being sedated, if I were afraid to fly. So move it, who knows, maybe you’ll be fortunate enough to stay there. I hope to some day. Best regards John Clements

Posted by: Firecracker 05-Jan-2006, 08:34 AM

John~I love when people share their times in Scotland with us! I can see the beautiful land through their eyes. Do you have some pictures to share of your trip? I love pictures! My fear for flying is so great that there will be no seeing Scotland for me. My palms start to sweat when I drive by an airport. That is one reason I value every word written, every picture taken, every note played by Albannach... b/c it all brings Scotland to me. I hope that you get to return home again some day and once again can share with us about your homeland. BTW~My daughters name is also Lillian

Posted by: Firecracker 06-Jan-2006, 07:15 AM

They will be announcing the winners of the Photo Contest soon. Can't wait to see who wins!

Posted by: Firecracker 06-Jan-2006, 08:12 AM

Albannach has just added another gig to their schedule April 22 The Galway Hooker Cornelius, N.C., USA http://www.galwayhookerpub.com/

Posted by: CelticRose 06-Jan-2006, 09:41 PM

Hey John! Really enjoyed your story! I am so happy to hear that you made it over and loved it so. Everyone I know who has says it is absolutely breathtaking and wonderful in every way. I really hope to get there one day, if they have to knock me out on the flight over! I love to fly normally, but have a fear of flying for that long and especially over the Atlantic...a great BIG ocean! EEP! Firecracker, what photo contest are you talking about?

Posted by: Firecracker 07-Jan-2006, 07:14 AM

CR~The band members submitted funny photos of themselves and they had a contest to let the fans come up with captions for those pictures. The fans have done a great job and now it's time to pick the winners. If you haven't checked them out you need to do so. Get ready to have a good laugh! Albannach are great folk! They go so out of their way for their fans! One more reason to love them.

Posted by: CelticRose 07-Jan-2006, 07:57 AM

Thanks Firecracker. I did not know. I haven't been on the net too much lately so been out of the loop, as they say! When I am on the net, my main baby is here! I have been on this site for a long time and have the highest respect and regard for all the forum guides and our administrator, MacFive. Will check out the photos. Many thanks again.

Posted by: Firecracker 07-Jan-2006, 08:18 AM

Yep, a great group of Folks around these here parts Thanks to everyone who has made me feel right at home

Posted by: Firecracker 08-Jan-2006, 01:58 PM

Good news just announced that there is an Albannach gig in Glasgow, Scotland January 20th~Friday Night Oran-Mor Spring can't get here in the States quick enough

Posted by: Rindy 10-Jan-2006, 08:57 AM

Hi All, We are pleased to announce that effective immediately, Donovan Murray will represent Albannach as their North American agent. Donovan has been a musician (drummer, what else?) for over 35 years. He has performed and recorded with various groups in North Carolina and on the east coast. He studied theater at East Carolina University and has served as performer, sound and light technician, roadie, stage manager, promoter and producer for many artists and events. Many of you know Donovan from his work as the Music Production Director for the Grandfather Mountain Highland Games. Some of the other events he has been involved with include Edenfest, Earth Fest at Grandfather Mountain, Rockin’ Rib Fest and Christmas in July. He has created two new events, the Blue Ridge Celtic Festival and Carolina Celtic Jam and has recently been hired to head up the new West Virginia Celtic Festival and Games in Beckley, WV in August. He’s worked with such artist as Styx, Toto, James Taylor, Jimmy Buffet, Neville Brothers, Bob Marley’s Wailers, Doc Watson, Ralph Stanley, Dole Lawson, Nickel Creek, Marshall Tucker, Acoustic Syndicate, Eddie Money, Survivor, Orleans, Starship, Foghat, Donald Byrd, Bering Strait, Jim Lauderdale, Seven Nations, Leahy, Clandestine, Alaisdair Fraser and many more. Donovan lives in the mountains of North Carolina with his wife Cyndie, his sons Ian (18) and Devan (10) and his four Labradors. He serves as the President of the NC High Country Host, a five county tourism organization located in Boone and is also the Director of the Appalachian Scots-Irish Society. Slainte, Albannach

Posted by: Rindy 10-Jan-2006, 09:15 AM

QUOTE (Rindy @ 10-Jan-2006, 08:57 AM) New, North American agent.. Thanks Chris Hi All, We are pleased to announce that effective immediately, Donovan Murray will represent Albannach as their North American agent. Donovan has been a musician (drummer, what else?) for over 35 years. He has performed and recorded with various groups in North Carolina and on the east coast. He studied theater at East Carolina University and has served as performer, sound and light technician, roadie, stage manager, promoter and producer for many artists and events. Many of you know Donovan from his work as the Music Production Director for the Grandfather Mountain Highland Games. Some of the other events he has been involved with include Edenfest, Earth Fest at Grandfather Mountain, Rockin’ Rib Fest and Christmas in July. He has created two new events, the Blue Ridge Celtic Festival and Carolina Celtic Jam and has recently been hired to head up the new West Virginia Celtic Festival and Games in Beckley, WV in August. He’s worked with such artist as Styx, Toto, James Taylor, Jimmy Buffet, Neville Brothers, Bob Marley’s Wailers, Doc Watson, Ralph Stanley, Dole Lawson, Nickel Creek, Marshall Tucker, Acoustic Syndicate, Eddie Money, Survivor, Orleans, Starship, Foghat, Donald Byrd, Bering Strait, Jim Lauderdale, Seven Nations, Leahy, Clandestine, Alaisdair Fraser and many more. Donovan lives in the mountains of North Carolina with his wife Cyndie, his sons Ian (18) and Devan (10) and his four Labradors. He serves as the President of the NC High Country Host, a five county tourism organization located in Boone and is also the Director of the Appalachian Scots-Irish Society. Slainte, Albannach New, North American agent.. Thanks Chris Hi All, We are pleased to announce that effective immediately, Donovan Murray will represent Albannach as their North American agent. Donovan has been a musician (drummer, what else?) for over 35 years. He has performed and recorded with various groups in North Carolina and on the east coast. He studied theater at East Carolina University and has served as performer, sound and light technician, roadie, stage manager, promoter and producer for many artists and events. Many of you know Donovan from his work as the Music Production Director for the Grandfather Mountain Highland Games. Some of the other events he has been involved with include Edenfest, Earth Fest at Grandfather Mountain, Rockin’ Rib Fest and Christmas in July. He has created two new events, the Blue Ridge Celtic Festival and Carolina Celtic Jam and has recently been hired to head up the new West Virginia Celtic Festival and Games in Beckley, WV in August. He’s worked with such artist as Styx, Toto, James Taylor, Jimmy Buffet, Neville Brothers, Bob Marley’s Wailers, Doc Watson, Ralph Stanley, Dole Lawson, Nickel Creek, Marshall Tucker, Acoustic Syndicate, Eddie Money, Survivor, Orleans, Starship, Foghat, Donald Byrd, Bering Strait, Jim Lauderdale, Seven Nations, Leahy, Clandestine, Alaisdair Fraser and many more. Donovan lives in the mountains of North Carolina with his wife Cyndie, his sons Ian (18) and Devan (10) and his four Labradors. He serves as the President of the NC High Country Host, a five county tourism organization located in Boone and is also the Director of the Appalachian Scots-Irish Society. Slainte, Albannach

Posted by: Firecracker 10-Jan-2006, 12:00 PM

Rindy~I hope you don't mind my adding that the winners of the Photo Contest were posted today. If you would like to check out the winners they can be found at the Albannach forum. In General Discussion under December Photo Contest Congrats to all the winners there!

Posted by: Firecracker 10-Jan-2006, 04:23 PM

Another show has been added~ Frederick Celtic Festival~Urbana Fairground, MD USA http://www.sasmm.com/celtic_festival.htm If this great band makes it to your area PLEASE go see them! You will be glad that you did

Posted by: maggiemahone1 10-Jan-2006, 09:00 PM

Thanks for that info, Rindy. I'm excited to know the Celtic Fest is coming back to Beckley WV in August. I attended that one for the two years it was there and then last year they cancelled it. I have no clue why! Do you know where the Blue Ridge Celtic Festival takes place at? Is it at Boone NC, maybe? I've been there many times in the past few years. I love it there in the HIgh Country! Thanks, maggiemahone1

Posted by: cynni 10-Jan-2006, 10:04 PM

QUOTE (maggiemahone1 @ 10-Jan-2006, 10:00 PM) Thanks for that info, Rindy. I'm excited to know the Celtic Fest is coming back to Beckley WV in August. I attended that one for the two years it was there and then last year they cancelled it. I have no clue why! Do you know where the Blue Ridge Celtic Festival takes place at? Is it at Boone NC, maybe? I've been there many times in the past few years. I love it there in the HIgh Country! Thanks, maggiemahone1 Here is the site fot the festival. http://www.blueridgecelticfest.com/

Posted by: Firecracker 11-Jan-2006, 07:27 AM

Albannach played at a venue in Boone that we attended. Beautiful place! You are surrounded by the Mts. Hope to go back again some day...

Posted by: Rindy 13-Jan-2006, 11:29 AM

Misfits... Just had this confirmed today and thought you would like to know....ALBANNACH WILL BE PLAYING AT N.H HIGHLAND GAMES 2006!!!! Check out there site for further details closer to the time www.nhscot.org Jamesie........ Thanks Jamesie

Posted by: Firecracker 13-Jan-2006, 05:19 PM

Rindy~They've added another show in Knoxville if you'd like to post about that, too

Posted by: MiLadyCeilidh 13-Jan-2006, 07:31 PM

Hope we can get them to come to the Ohio Scottish Weekend!

Posted by: Firecracker 13-Jan-2006, 08:08 PM

Milady~Be sure to send Donovan the link to those games I have sent one from Kentucky that he has checked in to. He is going to do a great job for Albannach

Posted by: MiLadyCeilidh 14-Jan-2006, 07:11 PM

QUOTE (Firecracker @ 13-Jan-2006, 10:08 PM) Milady~Be sure to send Donovan the link to those games I have sent one from Kentucky that he has checked in to. He is going to do a great job for Albannach Just as soon as he posted for us to send him some I DID ... He told me he sent them info... fingers are crossed.

Posted by: Firecracker 14-Jan-2006, 08:50 PM

Good job!~Milady Donovan and the band has the spring/summer tour look'n good! Word is that Albannach raised the roof in Maryhill!

Posted by: Rindy 15-Jan-2006, 10:25 AM

Last nights gig... Misfits.... Am tired and just out of bed.......had two cups of coffee and still no result. Last night was real fun....it was a pleasure to play in our home town and the crowd didnt let us down! As B.D mentioned we did play THREE NEW tracks from the new album.....2 pipe and drums and one vocal.....i am pleased to say one thinks they went down proper...HA! The B.B.C did turn up at the end and we gave them hard drummin and furious pipes....so keep your eye on the bbc for the programme"blowing in the wind". So....we now turn our eyes to next friday and the oran-mor....BRING IT ON!! Jamesie......ALBANNACH FOREVER. Thank you Jamesie-Slainte TOUR SCHEULE-FOR MORE INFORMATION THAN THIS VISIT THE ALBANNACH WEB SITE-THANKS Date Venue / Event Location Further Information January 14 Jan Glasgow Highland Ceilidh Maryhill Halls, Glasgow, Scotland 20 Jan Oran-Mor, Celtic Fringe Festival Glasgow, Scotland Click For Details 26 Jan Private Function St. Andrews Bay Hotel, Scotland February TBC March 16 - 18 Mar St. Patrick's Day Celebrations Temple Square, Dublin, Ireland Info Coming Soon April 22 Apr The Galway Hooker Cornelius, N.C., USA May 05 - 06 May Scottish Festival & Celtic Gathering Bridgeport, W.V., USA 07 May Glen Rock Fairie Festival Spoutwood Farm, P.A. USA 13 May Frederick Celtic Festival Urbana Fairground, M.D. USA 14 May PA May Faire at Sickmans Mill Campground Conestoga, P.A. USA 18 May World Grotto Knoxville, T.N., USA 19 - 21 May Gatlinburg Scottish Festival & Games Mills Park, Gatlinburg, T.N., USA June 01 - 04 Jun Glasgow Highland Games Lucas, K.Y., USA Click July 06 - 09 Jul Grandfather Mountain Highland Games Linville, N.C., USA 29 - 30 Jul Callander World Highland Games Ben Ledi Park, Callander, Scotland August 19 Aug Stonehaven Town Hall Stonehaven, Scotland September 22 - 24 Sep New Hampshire Highland Games Loon Mountain, N.H., USA 30 Sep Pipes In The Valley Hartford, C.T., USA

Posted by: Rindy 16-Jan-2006, 09:37 AM

Hi, a new video came in of Albannach playing at Maryhill, Glasgow its about 13 minutes long- Thanks due to Royal House of Stewart the new video is the top one.. http://www.royalhouseofstewart.org.uk/music.htm#alb Slainte

Posted by: Rindy 07-Feb-2006, 09:15 AM

Here is a link and a couple of newer pictures of the band. Thanks to Royal House Of Stewart and thanks Jamesie. http://www.royalhouseofstewart.org.uk/music.htm Slainte

Posted by: Firecracker 10-Feb-2006, 09:23 PM

Rindy~There have been a couple of new gigs added to the Fall tour

Posted by: MiLadyCeilidh 10-Feb-2006, 09:36 PM

Hi ya Mary and Terri! Hope you both are well.

Posted by: Firecracker 10-Feb-2006, 09:38 PM

Hi Milady~ Watching the snow come down They say we are suppose to get 3-5 inches but it doesn't look we will get that much~We shall see when we wake up in the morning.

Posted by: Dogshirt 10-Feb-2006, 10:02 PM

Someone should tell the lads that the U.S. has a WEST coast also! Didn't see ANYTHING out west listed on the tour.

Posted by: Firecracker 11-Feb-2006, 12:59 PM

Dogshirt~I think Rindy and a few others have been working on getting the band out in that area. Maybe you could head out our way. We'd be glad to show you some of that Southern hospitality.

Posted by: CelticRose 12-Feb-2006, 03:53 PM

QUOTE (Dogshirt @ 10-Feb-2006, 11:02 PM) Someone should tell the lads that the U.S. has a WEST coast also! Didn't see ANYTHING out west listed on the tour. Dogshirt, know how you feel. I have been one of them who has been on their cases to come out west. I had planned to go south this spring to see them, but plans have changed for me. Oh well. I can always enjoy their CDs and anxious for their new one to come out. Any news on when that might be, anybody? Thanks

Posted by: Firecracker 12-Feb-2006, 06:18 PM

soon.. and I don't mean the "soon" as it use mean I'm sure Rindy will post to let us know when the CD is released

Posted by: Rindy 14-Feb-2006, 03:28 PM

There have been a few more added to the tour. For more details on these dates and the new cd's and dvd's please check the website often. February 19 Feb Glencoe Commemoration Service Glencoe, Argyll, Scotland 1pm - 3pm 19 Feb Raffles Suite, Lomond Hotel Balloch, Scotland 5pm - 8pm 25 Feb Pivo Pivo Pub, Waterloo Street Glasgow, Scotland Private Event March 16 - 18 Mar St. Patrick's Day Celebrations Temple Square, Dublin, Ireland Info Coming Soon April 22 Apr The Galway Hooker Cornelius, N.C., USA 24 Apr Legends, Appalachican State Univ. Boone, N.C., USA 28 Apr Foster's Bar Beckley, W.V., USA 30 Apr Tamarack (3pm) Beckley, W.V., USA May 05 - 06 May Scottish Festival & Celtic Gathering Bridgeport, W.V., USA 07 May Glen Rock Fairie Festival Spoutwood Farm, P.A. USA 13 May Frederick Celtic Festival Urbana Fairground, M.D. USA 14 May PA May Faire at Sickmans Mill Campground Conestoga, P.A. USA 18 May World Grotto Knoxville, T.N., USA 19 - 21 May Gatlinburg Scottish Festival & Games Mills Park, Gatlinburg, T.N., USA June 01 - 04 Jun Glasgow Highland Games Lucas, K.Y., USA July 06 - 09 Jul Grandfather Mountain Highland Games Linville, N.C., 29 - 30 Jul Callander World Highland Games Ben Ledi Park, Callander, Scotland August 19 Aug Stonehaven Town Hall Stonehaven, Scotland September 22 - 24 Sep New Hampshire Highland Games Loon Mountain, N.H., 30 Sep Pipes In The Valley Hartford, C.T., October 06 - 08 Oct Tennessee Highland Games Murfreesboro, T.N., USA 13 - 14 Oct Carolina Celtic Jam Union Grove, N.C., USA Slainte

Posted by: Rindy 24-Feb-2006, 11:23 AM

Here is a update on Albannach Misfits.... A wee note to keep fan's of the band and friends up to date with whats happening here in Scotland. The album is just about ready to go to print.......the band are really happy and excited about this and are positive that the fans of ALBANNACH are going to be blown away by the power of the music!! We are continuing to work on the D.V.D , it is a work in progress and we are hopeful to have this released before we start the 2006 U.S TOUR!!! As well as new music there will also be NEW band merchandice for the misfits to sport at the festivals and shows the band will be playing at. Band member DAVIE RAMONE will also have a wide range of "ORIGINAL ART OF THE ALBANNACH" collectables for sale......these are not to be missed! As you all know we are working with our north American agent and we have already started looking towards 2007.....but first things first.....LETS ROCK IN 2006!! So...the countdown is on and ALBANNACH are getting ready...............ARE YOU READY??? Best wishes.........ALBANNACH.

Posted by: CelticRose 04-Mar-2006, 02:30 AM

Thanks Rindy! Looks like Albannach have their schedule all laid out! Sadly, it does not include the west. Oh well. I am looking very forward to the DVD and CD that comes out soon, if nothing else. Keep us posted, ok?

Posted by: CelticRose 29-Apr-2006, 07:55 AM

I got the new Albannach CD yesterday and I must say it is superb, excellent and magnificent. Just keeps you wanting to dance. It has kind of a mid-eastern influence in their music and the vocals by Jacquie are beyond excellent. I can't say enough about this CD...I just absolutely love it!

Posted by: Firecracker 13-Sep-2006, 08:20 PM

It's that time again! Albannach's Fall Tour begins this weekend~ September 15 Sep Moondancer Winery Wrightsville, P.A., USA 16 - 17 Sep Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire Manheim, P.A., USA 22 - 24 Sep New Hampshire Highland Games Loon Mountain, N.H., USA 30 Sep Pipes In The Valley Hartford, C.T., USA October 06 - 08 Oct Tennessee Highland Games Murfreesboro, T.N., USA 13 - 14 Oct Carolina Celtic Jam Union Grove, N.C., USA 21 - 22 Oct Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire Manheim, P.A., USA 26 Oct Tir-no-nog Irish Pub Raleigh, N.C., USA Cli 27 Oct The Newton House & Monty's Pub Bennettsville, S.C., USA 28 Oct Gaelic Halloween Cary, N.C., USA 29 Oct Richmond Highland Games Richmond, V.A., USA November 17 Nov Corporate Event, Activate Scotland Edinburgh, Scotland 22 Nov Charity Event, Lord & Lady Elgin Broomhall, Fife, Scotland 25 Nov Private Function Glasgow, Scotland December 01 Dec Bonnybridge Social Club Bonnybridge, Scotland Our 2007 Schedule is currently being prepared and will appear shortly !!

Posted by: Firecracker 14-Sep-2006, 07:59 AM

"You are not permitted to copy, broadcast, download, store (in any medium), transmit, show or play in public, adapt or change in any way the content of these web pages for any other purpose whatsoever without the prior written permission of Albannach Entertainment, or where material is provided specifically for the afore mentioned purposes" I have received permission to post the above info Hope to see some of you at the shows

Posted by: Firecracker 17-Sep-2006, 03:23 PM

A few pictures of Albannach and the games while at Grandfather Mountain. If you have never been to these games make plans to be there in 2007... You will be so glad you did! Enjoy! http://share.shutterfly.com/action/welcome?sid=9AZtmbRu1bsRw

Posted by: highlandeyes 18-Sep-2006, 05:50 PM

Great Shots! Makes me feel like I was there...............ooooohhhhhh wait I was!

Posted by: Jimmy Carbomb 20-Sep-2006, 06:50 AM

I'll bump this thread along with the one for the "Wicked Tinkers". The line-up for "Pipes In The Valley" in Hartford, CT at the end of September should be a HUGE draw for those who are local from CelticRadio.net Look at the line-up and tell me that this ain't a Paul MacArthur Appreciation-fest!!!

Posted by: CelticRose 24-Sep-2006, 03:39 AM

Hey Jimmy! Wish I could be in CT to see both Albannach and the Wicked Tinkers. They are both very different bands and I appreciate them both so much! I have seen the WT's play live 2 times, never seen Albannach play live. I am sure all will enjoy themselves immensely either way. Anxious to hear how it all goes.

Posted by: Firecracker 26-Sep-2006, 07:28 PM

QUOTE (highlandeyes @ 18-Sep-2006, 06:50 PM) Great Shots! Makes me feel like I was there...............ooooohhhhhh wait I was!       Why yes! I do believe you were! What a great time we had! Can't wait to do it all over again!

Posted by: Firecracker 26-Sep-2006, 07:47 PM

Some new gigs have been added to the Albannach schedule~ Oct. 5~ Lipscomb University- Nashville, Tennessee Oct 10~Walhalla Civic Auditorium- Walhalla, South Carolina Jimmy, I hope you will have some pics of the PITV show you can share with us. CelticRose, maybe you will get to see Albannach live.. no one knows what the new year will bring

Posted by: Avonlea22 27-Sep-2006, 05:02 AM

My wife and I will hopefully see them at the Gaelic Halloween celtic fest in Cary, NC on October 28th. All depends on my work schedule. Really hoping to be able to see them.

Posted by: Jimmy Carbomb 27-Sep-2006, 07:07 AM

QUOTE (Firecracker @ 26-Sep-2006, 09:47 PM) Jimmy, I hope you will have some pics of the PITV show you can share with us. Since there's only one stage, I know that we'll have the chance to take shots of everyone at some point. Naturally, the backstage shots will stay with me... but the crowd and band shots will be on JimmyCarbomb.com at some point. To those who can make it, make sure to introduce yourself!

Posted by: Firecracker 27-Sep-2006, 07:14 PM

Great site you have there! I'm looking forward to seeing the Albannach pics. You designed and made the kilts for BJ! NICE!!

Posted by: Avonlea22 28-Oct-2006, 05:48 PM

We just came back from the Gaelic Halloween Festival in Cary, NC and we got to see Albannach. They were truly amazing. Bought the CD too. Here is one of the pics we took. We actually have many more, and once I get them online, I'll post a link. Needless to say, my wife and I are now huge fans.

Posted by: CelticRose 29-Oct-2006, 12:57 AM

Very nice photo, Brian! Thanks for sharing. I look forward to seeing other photos you have taken!

Posted by: Avonlea22 29-Oct-2006, 05:18 PM

As promised, http://www.avonleatreasures.com/forums/index.php?act=module&module=gallery&cmd=user&user=2&op=view_album&album=13 are the pictures. Enjoy.

Posted by: Firecracker 07-Nov-2006, 10:28 PM

WoW!~Brian.. those are great! Thank you so much for sharing them with us Wish I could have been there to join in the fun.. what a great place for an Albannach show. For those of you out West.. it is in the works that you might be getting a chance to see Albannach in 2007 It looks to be an exciting year for the band You can check out the forum along with info on the band at~ http://www.albannachonline.com/index.html

Posted by: Firecracker 09-Jan-2007, 10:43 PM

The 2007 schedule for Albannach has been posted More dates of shows to be added as they are confirmed Albannach Tour Schedule - 2007 Venue / Event Location Further Information Date January 26 Jan Mugdock Country Park Auditorium Mugdock, Nr. Glasgow, Scotland 27 Jan TBC February 17 Feb TBC March TBC April 06 Apr NC Renaissance Faire Raleigh, N.C., USA Click For Details 07 Apr Private Booking 12 Apr Private Booking 14 Apr TBC May 05 - 06 May Celebration of Celts Chatham, N.Y., USA Click For Details 18 - 19 May WV Strawberry Festival Buckhannon, W.V., USA Click For Details June 09 Jun Greater Greenville Scottish Games Greenville, S.C., USA Click For Details July TBC August TBC Edinburgh Fringe Festival Edinburgh, Scotland TBC September TBC October TBC November 30 Nov St. Andrews Day Celebrations (evening) Perth, Scotland Call: 07811188656 TBC December TBC

Posted by: CelticRose 09-Jan-2007, 10:50 PM

hey Firecracker! Thanks so much! would you be so kind to keep us posted? many thanks!

Posted by: Firecracker 09-Feb-2007, 01:45 PM

Here is an update on the Spring/Summer Tour Hope to see some of you there Albannach Tour Schedule - 2007 Venue / Event Location Further Information Date January 26 Jan Mugdock Country Park Auditorium Mugdock, Nr. Glasgow, Scotland 27 Jan Childrens Hospice Charity Ceilidh Edinburgh, Scotland 27 Jan Burns Supper, Auld Burnt Barns Glasgow, Scotland February 11 Feb Annual Glencoe Commemoration Balloch, Scotland 17 Feb Maryhill Community Halls Glasgow, Scotland March 10 Mar Private Booking Loch Awe, Scotland April 06 Apr NC Renaissance Faire Raleigh, N.C., USA 07 Apr Private Booking 12 Apr Private Booking 14 Apr New York Tartan Day Celebrations Ney York City, N.Y., USA May 05 - 06 May Celebration of Celts Chatham, N.Y., USA 18 - 19 May WV Strawberry Festival Buckhannon, W.V., USA June 01 - 03 Jun Glasgow Highland Games Glasgow, K.Y., USA 07 Jun Walhalla Civic Auditorium Walhalla, S.C., USA 08 - 09 Jun Greater Greenville Scottish Games Greenville, S.C., USA 15 - 17 Jun Whitehaven International Maritime Festival Whitehaven, Cumbria, England 23 Jun Bannockburn Night TBC, Bannockburn, Scotland July 13-15 Jul Grandfather Mountain Highland Games Linville, N.C., USA August 04 Aug Aberdeen Tartan Day Celebrations Aberdeen, Scotland TBC TBC Edinburgh Fringe Festival Edinburgh, Scotland TBC 18 Aug Wallace Day Celebrations Stonehaven, Scotland 18 Aug Private Event: Wedding Edinburgh, Scotland TBC September TBC October TBC November 30 Nov St. Andrew's Day Celebrations (evening) Perth, Scotland December 01 Dec St. Andrew's Day Rally, venue TBC Edinburgh, Scotland TBC 08 Dec Private Event: Wedding TBC

Posted by: CelticRose 09-Feb-2007, 04:55 PM

Thanks so much, Firecracker! But hurrumph!! I see they are not coming out west...yet! Maybe one day. Might be due to all the western Celtic bands who have taken a hold of most of our events here. Hard to say at this point.

Posted by: Firecracker 09-Feb-2007, 06:21 PM

Don't give up hope~CR The year is still young and there are still shows to be got. If there are any updates I'll be sure to post

Posted by: cynni 09-Feb-2007, 07:22 PM

Hey CelticRose. They are looking for shows out west. Maybe they will be out there this year. I will keep my fingers crossed for you.

Posted by: Rindy 09-Feb-2007, 08:41 PM

I do hope they get some shows out in the western U.S. It's a long ways to go from Scotland as they know will keep my fingers crossed too. Slainte

Posted by: Avonlea22 10-Feb-2007, 02:07 PM

Awesome...coming back to Raleigh! WoooHooo!

Posted by: Firecracker 11-Feb-2007, 07:54 AM

I see that Rindy has reminded us all to vote for the 2006 Celtic Radio Music Awards.. She has made it very easy by adding the link so please remember to vote. There are lots of great artist up for nomination. One of those being our very own Donnie MacNeill with his bagpiping in the song~"Albacadabra" Don't forget to vote!!! We are happy to have the band returning to Glasgow, KY again this year. Is it spring/summer yet!

Posted by: Firecracker 13-Feb-2007, 08:08 PM

For those out West... Just what you've been waiting for! Sept. 1-2 Pleasanton Highland Games in California (near San Fransico) www.caledonian.org 7-9 Estes Park-Longs Peak Highland Festival in Colorado www.scotfest.com 21-23 New Hampshire Highland Games www.nhscot.org 28-29 Williamsburg Scottish Festival in Virginia www.wsfonline.org (In conjunction with the 400th anniversary of the founding of Jamestown)

Posted by: CelticRose 14-Feb-2007, 10:40 PM

Many thanks, Firecracker. I see Albannach will be playing the same venue (at Pleasanton) as Wicked Tinkers. What a terrific concert that would be! Man! It is killing me! I must work this out somehow! I have a friend who has been inviting me to attend the Pleasanton games for the past couple years...I just may take her up on it this year! Thanks again!

Posted by: Firecracker 11-Mar-2007, 07:32 AM

The Albannach forum has a new look Check it out! http://www.albannachonline.com/ The band has been in the studio working hard and will soon release their 2nd album We~ as fans are counting down the days until their return to the States.

Posted by: Firecracker 12-Mar-2007, 05:30 AM

Albannach recently did a charity gig to help raise money for the Schiehallion Ward of Yorkhill Sick Children's Hospital Glasgow. Quoted from Jamesie of Albannach~ "The team at crann tarra and the band have come up with the idea to set up a special account for any ALBANNACH MISFITS who wish to make a donation. So check out the link http://www.cranntara.org.uk/schie.htm and you can see whats been done so far and how YOU can help as well! The link also lets you see how the ward helps these children and how the money the misfits raise will go to bringing a wee bit more comfort and happiness to their lives." If you would like to help with this wonderful cause please donate There is no amount to small and it's all for the children

Posted by: Firecracker 14-Mar-2007, 01:31 PM

Don't forget to vote in the Celtic Radio Music 2006 Awards Albannach has been nominated in the Bagpipes category "Albacadabra" Album~Albannach #2 on the ballot Good Luck!~Donnie

Posted by: Firecracker 14-Mar-2007, 01:33 PM

Sorry.. I forgot to add the link http://www.celticradio.net/php/celtic_radio_awards.php?year=2006 (wish we had an edit button )

Posted by: Firecracker 28-Mar-2007, 07:23 AM

A BIG congrats to Albannach for winning Album of the Year along with winning in their category~Bagpipes. A well deserved honor Congratulations go out to all those who were nominated. We are so blessed to have such talent among us

Posted by: Firecracker 28-Mar-2007, 07:51 PM

The online store is now open Payment made easy with Paypal http://www.albannachonline.com/store/products.php

Posted by: Firecracker 30-Mar-2007, 07:55 AM

Albannach recently did an interview for Scotland on TV Check it out! "Misfits, Last week myself, Kyle and boy wonder met ouside Glasgow to record a wee interview for a new Scottish website promoting Scottish T.V, click on the site then hit the CULTURE tab, in the menu you will see the link to Albannach.....enjoy!! Theres also some great footage here including a favourite of mine the Tom Weir show, love it. http://www.scotlandontv.tv/ Jamesie, ALBANNACH FOREVER..."

Posted by: Avonlea22 06-Apr-2007, 06:26 PM

Just came home from seeing Albannach at the NC Ren Faire. They were amazing, as always. Looking forward to seeing them at Tir Na Nog Irish pub in Raleigh on the 19th, as well. Here are a few pics we took: The first is me

Posted by: Avonlea22 06-Apr-2007, 06:27 PM

Here is my daughter

Posted by: Avonlea22 06-Apr-2007, 06:28 PM

another

Posted by: Avonlea22 06-Apr-2007, 06:29 PM

and another

Posted by: Avonlea22 06-Apr-2007, 06:30 PM

and lastly:

Posted by: Rindy 08-Apr-2007, 08:39 PM

Thanks Firecracker- great interview guys!!!! Great pictures Brian thank you for posting those! Glad to hear everyone had a good time. Everyone looks great.. Donnie looks so different with the beard!!! Your daughter is just beautiful. Thanks again! Slainte

Posted by: CelticRose 09-Apr-2007, 01:17 AM

Hey! Really terrific photos! I did not even recognize Donnie with a beard and some hair! lOL. I honestly thought it was some one else! Glad you had a good time and thanks so much for sharing!

Posted by: Avonlea22 16-Apr-2007, 03:05 PM

Glad you guys liked them. Here are the rest of them: http://www.avonleatreasures.com/forums/index.php?automodule=gallery&req=user&user=2&op=view_album&album=29 We're going to see them again this Thursday, so I'll probably have more.

Posted by: CelticRose 19-Apr-2007, 10:54 PM

Hey Avonlea22! It was a real treat to see your photos and especially of Albannach. thank you so much for sharing. You are very lucky in that you get to see them play live. I have yet to do so, but one day I hope it will happen. many thanks again!

Posted by: Avonlea22 21-Apr-2007, 03:45 AM

Your quite welcome We saw them again this past Thursday so I'll be posting some pics soon.

Posted by: Avonlea22 21-Apr-2007, 04:55 PM

As promised: http://www.avonleatreasures.com/forums/index.php?automodule=gallery&req=user&user=2&op=view_album&album=30

Posted by: natwilaniwartri 22-Apr-2007, 06:53 PM

AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA ALBANNACH , I WAS THERE ON THE TIME AND PLACE OF THE BIRTH OF IDEAR THAT IT WAS TIME FOR THEM TO HEAD OUT AND GROW AS I AM JAMSIES COUSION I AM PROUD TO BE PART OF THE GOOD TIMES AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA

Posted by: CelticRose 25-Apr-2007, 12:45 AM

Terrific pics, Avonlea22! Thanks so much for sharing! hello to you, Jamsie's cousin, natiwilaniwartri! Hope you enhoy it here and will chat with us.

Posted by: Rindy 25-Apr-2007, 03:28 PM

Thanks for posting those pictures Avalonlea they are wonderful. Hey there natwilaniwartri! Its good to see you here. I think I was there too on the day they decided to move on and and I must say it's been a fantastic thing for them. I wish them all the luck in the world.... I hope you will stick around awhile this time Slainte

Posted by: TandVh 23-Jun-2007, 02:00 PM

Albannach is certainly a great group! Cool website too- the radio function lets you enjoy several of their songs for free. I amd glad to have found it.

Posted by: Firecracker 24-Jun-2007, 04:21 PM

Albannach just finished up their spring/summer tour and took the US by storm! They will be performing at Grandfather Mt. in July... hope to see some of you there.

Posted by: Lady Jeanetta 25-Jun-2007, 09:36 AM

Just purchased my very own copy of Albannach's brand-new cd from their website. Thanks to Highlander Radio for the head's-up Has anyone heard the new cd yet? Can't wait for it to arrive

Posted by: Firecracker 25-Jun-2007, 02:29 PM

I have got to listen to parts of the CD but have yet to buy my very own copy.. can hardly wait to do so! You can take a listen to both CD's via radio http://www.albannachonline.com/ You can also find the new tunes on the Albannach Myspace page http://profile.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=user.viewprofile&friendid=75047086& MyToken=d5ed9f36-ef4a-4237-839c-14348ae0d432

Posted by: Avonlea22 30-Jun-2007, 11:09 AM

In case anyone was wishing to see the photo's, I've updated to a new album. The links within my posts are no longer valid, but my signature points to the correct location.

Posted by: Rindy 30-Jun-2007, 01:40 PM

Thanks for sharing those pictures Brian.. Slainte

Posted by: Robert Phoenix 30-Jun-2007, 02:17 PM

Darn it! I checked out the myspace site and now I've become addicted to myspace sites. I covered so many myspace pages in the last two days of all the celtic bands I like that I may never listen to pop or rock music again. Like that's a bad thing. Albannach has been one of the coolest ones I've seen. I will be getting this album sometime but I've got 3 tuxes to pay rental fees on for my brothers wedding first. Maybe some day they and Barley juice will hit Irishfest. Please?

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