Hollywood legend Jeremy Irons has taken time out from his busy schedule to learn how to play the Irish fiddle. The actor took part in a TG4 series in which celebrities were given expert tuition to help them play a traditional Irish instrument of their choice. Irons picked up the Irish fiddle and began playing… Continue reading Jeremy Irons learns the secret of Irish music
Author: Andrew Moore
Andrew Moore is a writer for Irish Music Daily and Ireland Calling.
His favourite Irish music bands are the Dropkick Murphys and the Pogues.
Traditional Irish music and instruments
Murphyofireland is gearing up for St Patrick’s Day by celebrating the country’s rich history of Irish music. The Co Donegal retailer has produced a brilliant infographic to showcase the Irish tradition and talents when it comes to all things musical.
Celtic Thunder fans defend band over GodTube video
Fans of Celtic Thunder have leapt to the band’s defence after their version of Leonard Cohen’s Hallelujah was criticised by some users of a Christian website. The band put on a breath-taking performance of Hallelujah, and one user posted it on to GodTube. Although most agreed that the band did a great job singing the… Continue reading Celtic Thunder fans defend band over GodTube video
Natalie Toro talks Ryan Kelly, Phil Coulter and her new Christmas album
American Broadway star Natalie Toro has released a delightful Christmas album featuring a collection of traditional favourites and exciting new songs. Already a star of the New York stage, she has now turned her talents to her music career, and admitted she got a bit of help from Irish music stars Ryan Kelly and Phil… Continue reading Natalie Toro talks Ryan Kelly, Phil Coulter and her new Christmas album
Brilliant mashup video of catchiest songs of 2014
Here we go, let’s see how ‘down with the kids’ you really are. San Francisco’s DJ Earworm has delivered his annual mashup video of the year’s biggest songs. The four-minute video, called Do What You Wanna Do, is a compilation of the catchiest tunes of 2014. It has already been viewed more than 4 million… Continue reading Brilliant mashup video of catchiest songs of 2014
