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Posted by: ShannonsSong 19-Aug-2003, 09:38 PM

How do we go about suggesting or requesting a new group or artist to be added to the playlist? Thanks for your help! SS

Posted by: magoo_ns 31-Aug-2003, 05:10 PM

I'd like to know the answer to that question too, there are more than a few great Nova Scotian artists missing from the lineup.

Posted by: Macfive 01-Sep-2003, 06:29 AM

To request an artist or particular musician, just post the information here. Be sure to include a link to their website and we will write directly to the group to obtain a copy of their CD. Be sure to also include a little information about why you like this group, so we know that it will fit within the broadcast. Eventually, we will put some information on our frontpage about this so it is more apparent for people that want to try and get their fav celtic musician on the broadcast. On thing though is that we require the artist to send us the CD, so we have permission to play their music and it is done all proper.

Posted by: davidm 02-Sep-2003, 07:42 PM

Hi Paul, Just wondering if the recent changes I see (upcoming artistists listing is missing, and the access to the total playlist is gone) are permanent of temporary. I don't feel comfortable asking the artists I know to send things to you for inclusion unless I know if you already have them, and their permission. Just checking, and eagerly awaiting the t-shirts. Be sure to include some 'larger sizes' like 2xl and 3xl. Some of us are scottish athletes and are not 'wee folk'. Yours aye, david

Posted by: ranger 14-Sep-2003, 09:21 PM

Hey, Paul, I'm just wondering if it's possible to request songs by title instead of just by the artist? And just in case you didn't see it the other three times I posted, love the girls voice! She should be good for a few new members herself. Thanks, John P.S. Love the lyrics idea, too.

Posted by: RavenWing 02-Oct-2003, 10:18 AM

I have to request this band http://www.black47.com They rock!

Posted by: barddas 02-Oct-2003, 01:52 PM

QUOTE (RavenWing @ Oct 2 2003, 01:18 PM) I have to request this band http://www.black47.com They rock! Aye, I second that motion!!!!! fun group of guys!!!!

Posted by: barddas 03-Oct-2003, 07:24 AM

I would love to hear Steeleye Span!!!! and/or some side projects by the members- Maddy Prior, Peter Knight,Tim hart, silly sisters http://www.shanachie.com/ from the shanachi site   Steeleye Span The folk/rock movement which swept the world in the early Seventies was a daring initiative which combined the drive and electricity of rock 'n roll with the majesty and timeless beauty of traditional songs. Only musicians who understood the subtle dynamics of traditional music, but also knew how to unleash rock 'n roll spirit could combine these elements without destroying them. Steeleye Span, the world's greatest exponent of folk - rock, turn this trick with ease and with consummate skill. " They perform ye olde ballads, but with rock instrumentalization. The effect is often magical: it's as if you were hearing rock 'n roll in the 60's - the 1660's." - MAINE TELEGRAM " Maddy Prior has one of the greatest voices in folk or rock." - THE VILLAGE VOICE   The site can be a little difficult, go to celtic, the steeleye span, or the other request....to find them...

Posted by: A Shrule Egan 04-Oct-2003, 02:59 PM

[FONT=Times][SIZE=7][SIZE=14]Paul, could you look into adding Hadrian's Wall to the list. They are from Canada and perform at most of the larger Celtic Fests along the east coast of the U.S. You can contact Neil from the web page. http://www.hadrianswall.net/ thanks

Posted by: craig 07-Oct-2003, 04:34 PM

Hadrian's Wall and Glengarry Bhoys are awesome bands. A band that would make a great addition to your site is a rocking band out of western New York named Kilbrannan. They are a four piece band that performs traditional Irish/Scottish/celtic tunes in their own style and some very impressive originals. They have two CD's to their credit and their lead singer Kirk McWhorter has two solo Cd's. Locate them at http://www.kilbrannan.com Craig

Posted by: Madweasel 07-Oct-2003, 08:03 PM

Catherine-Ann MacPhee! One of the best traditional Scottish singers I've ever heard. http://www.musicscotland.com/acatalog/MusicScotland_com_Catherine_Ann_MacPhee_49.html - albums can be found here. http://www.greentrax.com - her record company.

Posted by: A Shrule Egan 03-Nov-2003, 05:41 PM

Paul, here's another group you might want to look into. Brother, a group from Australia. They tend to tour the U.S. east coast but they seem to appear at a lot of shows that the Wicked Tinkers are playing at. Both groups like to jump on stage with each other and that's when the madness begins. The duel didgeridoos are awesome. You can check out the Brother page at: http://www.brothermusic.com/ thanks

Posted by: andylucy 05-Nov-2003, 12:27 AM

I would like to hear some Father, Son and Friends, out of Dayton, Ohio. They do traditional Celtic music, and are fairly popular on the reenacting circuit. Joey Hall, "Father," has a voice suited to the music, and they are great to sit around the campfire with and have a session lasting into the wee hours. Their website is http://www.fathersonandfriends.com. They have several CD's out, and the cast of the "Friends" part is constantly changing. They are an awsome group. Andy

Posted by: muleskinner 10-Nov-2003, 12:40 PM

How about Tempest "http://www.tempestmusic.com/" They are one of my wife's favorites.

Posted by: Macfive 12-Nov-2003, 11:34 AM

These are great suggestions! I will definitely save these links. We are working on a soon to be release feature that will allow members to fill out a form that can be mailed to their favorite musician. Like a "Tell a Friend" form, but geared toward attracting interest from musicians.

Posted by: A Shrule Egan 30-Nov-2003, 01:37 PM

Paul, here's another group you might consider. Iona is from Ireland and has been around almost as long as Clannad. Clannad has even used them for their opening band in the early days when they were on tour. http://www.iona.uk.com/newindex/frames/frameset.htm

Posted by: Guest 09-Dec-2003, 10:17 AM

~~ Would love to find if possible for you to add 'Six Mile Bridge' to your playlist. They are a contemporary Celtic rock group, (play many traditional tunes also). I was much impressed with this group after hearing them at our games. They incorporate a bagpipe player who is can play his pipes as fast as i can play my whistle. Really an awsome group. Thanx Six Mile Bridge ~~ http://www.loosegoose.com/6mb/index2.html

Posted by: wyld piper 09-Dec-2003, 10:20 AM

~~ Sorry Last post was mine forgot to log-in

Posted by: 3Ravens 09-Dec-2003, 10:58 AM

When you start looking, there are at least 3 groups called Iona. The one from the uk, a christian praise music group, and a very nice Celtic group fron the D.C. area. One and three would fit here nicely. Don't know about two.....they are good muscians, but maybe not "our" style!

Posted by: Macerca 09-Dec-2003, 04:07 PM

I have to agree with Sassenoch Hadrians Wall rocks

Posted by: Eamon506 12-Dec-2003, 02:50 PM

Paul, How does one go about getting a group on the playlist that has broken up? I am thinking Planxty. Thanks, Eamon

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