Celtic Thunder - Heritage
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Artist: Celtic ThunderEdition: Music CD
Audio: English (Unknown)
CD Release Date: 2011-02-22
Music Label: Celtic Thunder Ltd. / Decca Label Group
Soundtracks:
- The Dutchman
- Buachaill ón Eirne
- Black Is The Color
- My Love Is Like A Red Red Rose
- Home From The Sea
- Just A Song At Twilight
- The Galway Girl
- Gold & Silver Days
- Noreen
- Kindred Spirits
- Whiskey In The Jar
- Red Rose Café
- A Place In The Choir
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Music Review: You need more than 5 Stars for this CD!
Rating: 5 Stars
There is good and bad about this CD - and I'll deal with the "bad" first. Paul Byrom, a/k/a The Swanky Tenor, has left the group to pursue his solo career. I wish him well, and according to Phil Coulter, Celtic Thunder does, too. He's been replaced by Emmet Cahill, whose debut solo, "Kindred Spirits" is on this CD. It was specially written for him by Phil Coulter, who has a number of original songs on "Heritage" as well. Emmet's voice is very different than Paul's, but I think that he'll actually blend better with the other guys. The CD is very different than the DVD - it has only 13 tracks, yet not all its tracks appear on the DVD, so you might want to get them both.
Once again, the guys all have a solo on the CD. Damian reprises his earlier Buachaill on Eirne, "Come from the Hills," this time in Gaelic, but also in what Phil Coulter calls his dark brown voice. Keith shines in "The Dutchman" - be sure to listen closely to the lyrics, they're hauntingly beautiful. Neil Byrne brings "Noreen" to life, proving that while he's a wizard on the guitar and the mandolin, his voice adds so much to the sound that has become Celtic Thunder. Ryan brings a different self to "Black is the Color" - it's quiet and lets you hear his plea; as does Paul's "My Love is Like a Red Red Rose." Students studying English Literature need only listen to these and sing along - a guaranteed A-plus! Still on that rose theme, George adds "Red Rose Cafe".
Everyone knows that these men can sing and can handle themselves as solo artists, but my favorite songs this time are the duets and group numbers. We see pairings of Paul and Damian, Ryan and George, and Keith and Neal, all on music that works well with their particular talent. Paul and Damian do "Just a Song at Twilight," blending so well that it's hard to tell who's got what part. Ryan and George sing "Gold and Silver Days" - again, listen to the lyrics about lives. Keith and Neal perform a rousing "Whiskey in the Jar", bringing everyone to life, clapping and just plain having a great time with them. No you don't hear the crowd on the CD, but I'd be willing to bet that virtually every listener will find themselves participating!
Now it's on to my favorite part of Celtic Thunder - their group songs! I dare you to sit still in your seat, not moving when they do "Home from the Sea" a rolicking sea chanty about sailors going out from town to rescue a boat that is foundering. "Galway Girl" is yet another, but it's with "A Place in the Choir" that they shine as only Celtic Thunder can. It's a rousing ditty that gives each of them a moment to shine, and then come back to the group and have fun. You don't need a DVD to see them doing a bit of fancy footwork, with one of them going the wrong way or stepping up instead of down. It's plain old fun and they bring you right along. By the time Damian does his part, you're sitting there with your mouth hanging open, amazed at the depths to which he can take his voice!
Buy this CD? Definitely! In fact, buy the DVD as well - there are enough differences in the two that you don't lose - you only come out a winner...and you have such fun getting there. At least I did...Thanks Celtic Thunder, for yet another wonderful piece of work. I'm glad to have been there. Emmet, I wish you well, and Paul...well, Swanky Tenor suits, and I'll be watching for your successful solo albums. Take care now, and God Bless...
Description of Heritage
Following the success of their last 4 shows the new Celtic Thunder show Heritage accentuates the musical culture of Ireland. The CD features 12 new recordings including: An Irish Blessing, A Place In The Choir and Whiskey In The Jar. In 2011 March PBS pledge will feature Celtic Thunder's Heritage airing the program over 1,000 times. In the fall of 2011 Celtic Thunder Heritage will be on tour. Over the past 3 years Celtic Thunder has been one of the most successful PBS music programs. Celtic Thunder have sold over 100,000 tickets in concert during the last year.International CDs
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