CEANN: Almost Irish

Ceann

Almost Irish

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Yankee-Irish Drinking Music

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With the release of their first album "Almost Irish", the Irish rock group Ceann have captured the spirit of their unique brand of Irish music they call "Yankee-Irish Drinking Music."

Early on as an acoustic trio, the members of Ceann realized the inherent humor in Americans playing Irish music for Americans. There was no shortage of Irish nationals around to assure the band members they were not Irish or Irish-American but just plain American. The idea resonated and became the theme of their most popular song - "Almost Irish", which also became the title of their new album. Instead of feigning Irish nationality and writing songs longing for Ireland, Ceann began writing songs that reflected their second and third-generation Irish-American experience. Their new album "Almost Irish" is 12 original songs crafted to capture the energy and fun of a live Ceann show. Besides the title track "Almost Irish", songs like "Whiskey Hurts My Tummy", "31", and "Green Beer" have become crowd favorites across the country.
Due mainly to a strong word of mouth campaign, Ceann has become one of the most popular party-in-a-can bands on the East Coast, and plays to packed pubs from Maine to Florida. The band's sense of humor and live energy makes them one of the few Irish bands that can play their music outside of the traditional Celtic music scene to equal success. Their live shows have set them apart and their fans have come to expect the unexpected.

The band recorded their new album over a six-month period at KMA Studios with engineer Charlie Blass (George Clinton, Jimmy Norman, Mia Rebel.) Recorded in the heart of Times Square, "Almost Irish" features some of New York's best Irish musicians in guest spots including Mr. North guitarist Emmett O'Malley, former Black 47 uilleann pipe player and current Seanchaí & the Unity Squad frontman Chris Byrne, as well as popular New York seissun players Tommy Walsh on accordion and Rich McDaid on fiddle.

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  • I really liked the C-D
    author: Pat Dlugiewicz

    I like the C-D but it not the Irish" C-D that my Mother's like, but that O.K. I like it.

  • Love it
    author: Amy

    I was introduced to this band through Live365, RenRadio, and knew when i had the chance I would get the CD. I finally got it and am know introducing the band to friends and co-workers (-; Some day maybe they can come out to the pacific northwest.

  • Absolutely great and hilarious
    author: Heather

    Saw them in person (end of night performance at celtic fest), only one song (worst pirate). worth buying cd just for that song, but as it turns out, the rest of their songs are just as great. new favorite is coal region daughter. highly recommend buying for anyone who loves quirky, folksy groups.

  • Great fun!
    author: Deirdre Partly Irish

    I first heard a track from this album on Mark Gunn's Irish and Celtic Music Podcast. Had to buy it immediately, and I'm glad I did. Fine musicians doing clever songs with hilarious lyrics -- can't beat it!

  • Great CD !
    author: Tonya

    Recently saw the band for the first time at a local celtic festival singing there one and only love song! I was hooked - bought the CD -Almost Irish - Cant get enough!

  • Can't get it out of my HEAD!!!
    author: Dave R

    Definately not you average Irish band! The music is fresh and fun. We were turned on to their music at a local celtic festival when they sang The Worst Pirate Song... Hilarious! After a week of listening, we have successfully infected all of our friends and family members with many of the songs they sing. Spread the pain... er...wealth! Buy it today to add Ceann to your celtic collection!

  • Fun and funny music for just about anywhere
    author: Aaron

    What a great album! Includes many of the songs from the Ceann MySpace page, which is where I heard about them, but not so many that I felt that was all there was. Lots of original songs with catchy melodies, good harmonies, and hilarious lyrics. You have to listen to each song three times just to make sure you heard everything correctly, and then it just gets stuck in your head for days! My friends love the music as well, and can't stop humming bars of The Worst Pirate or Pabst Blue Ribbon whenever we're together. I'm definately buying their next album, whenever that comes out. Give it a try!

  • This ain’t your momma’s Irish music
    author: Phil

    All in all this is a great CD. These guys are good musicians and funny, talented song writers. The songs on this CD have a rich, full sound and go well with each other. One thing, they sound much better in person. If you like the CD, then go their website and find out where they are playing. Go see them. Go…. GO NOW!

  • Too funny!
    author: Megan Mc

    Listened to this CD on St. Patrick's Day for the first time. The lyrics are hilarious and the tunes catchy. Definitely fun drinking music (but not for the wee ones' ears)!

  • Can't . . . stop . . . singing . . .
    author: Kelly Dillon

    A friend of mine in Ohio tuned me to "The Worst Pirate" song, and I HAD to find this CD after that. After two days I could sing just about every song on it. The tunes are happy, catchy, toe-tapping, and guaranteed to stick with you for months, and these almost Irish men have some of the most lovely voices you'll ever hear. And that's from an Irish girl! Take a chance . . . buy their CD! All your friends are doing it . . .

  • Fun and catchy songs
    author: Sarah

    I totally loved the cd. The songs were fun and a lot of them get stuck in my head for days.

  • Fantastically Fun
    author: William O'Neal

    This is the kind of album you put in your Cd player and leave there for months on end. It's a constant source of laughter and giggling in our house. Whenver someone drops something in the kitchen we all sing "You're the Worst Pirate". It appeals to people of all all groups, albeit, a couple of songs have dirty words in it, it's entirely forgiveable due to the overall product. It's a must own for any contemporary Irish music fans but this album is for anyone who wants to laugh and smile a whole lot.

  • heroic yankee antics
    author: Tyler Murphy

    This album is the best achievement yet by a band that is making a name for itself as an irish band that's proud of its yankee blood. with heart-pounding tunes and clever lyrics that made me laugh my ass off. good times

  • Hilarious
    author: Harold McGlothin

    The CD had me laughing all the way through it.

  • Awesomely Funny and Catchy Music
    author: Chris Potter

    I haven't taken this Cd out of my player since I bought it. Every song is catchy and hilarious. All the songs are unique, with each song mixing a ton of styles and musical genres but all of them have a great Irish American quality. I can't remember ever having this much fun listening to an album. Bravo!

  • I loved it
    author: Ericka

    I walked into a bar in Virginia Beach and you all were playing, I bought a CD that night and my husband and I came back the next night and I bought a Shirt!!!!! And got up and did the pirate dance for you all!!!!!! I had the best time when you all were playing I loved it. Thank you for making my vacation so much fun!!!!!! The whole way home to Maryland I did the pirate dance!!!!

  • Good fun listening
    author: Libby

    The music is catchy, light hearted, smart, and enjoyable. Its fun to listen to music that doesnt take itself to serious, but still has a great sound.

  • Lyrics are pure gold.
    author: RSinAZ

    We packed our bags and we hopped a ride, With not so much as a map to guide, We had no money but we had our priiide, So we sold it for some beer. Now there are places I'd rather not say, If you give it you're a man, if you take it you're gay, We did what we had to do that daaay, But at least we got some beer. (Does it get any better than that?)

  • Hysterical!
    author: Christine

    From an Irish girl to a band who's almost irish - you guys rock! Now if you guys would just record pretty on the inside and the unicorn song on your next cd, life would be perfect!

  • Listen closely to the lyrics, they will put you in hysterics!
    author: Ginny Sauer

    I truly enjoyed every song on this CD. I have recommended it to all of my friends and family...and I'm not even Irish! (Nor have I ever wished to be!!!) The Worst Pirate Song is the greatest, but you have to see the motions to REALLY appreciate it.

  • You Will Love this CD
    author: Frank D. Evans

    Ceann is a great band. This band has to one of the most fun to listen to, especially while drinking, in the car, or at a party; sometimes all 3 at once. Buy this, you will be very happy that you did. These are the real musicians out there.

  • Great CD for anyone
    author: Danny

    Cean is awesome!!! Their music and lyrics are funny yet melodious. I've bought 2 copies so far, one for meself and me mother. She loves them as well! Keep up the great work.

  • As usual...full of fun, laughs and good times.
    author: Jennifer

    Another good CD! Great to enjoy with friends over a beer, or just to sing along to in the car. Keep them coming!

  • Entertaining, bawdy "almost irish"fun
    author: Another one of those Schuylkill County girls..

    The only thing better is seeing Ceann in person. Almost Irish is fun to listen to and fun to be!

  • This CD will make your day
    author: a Schuylkill Fruit

    Love it. Love it. Love it. If you're having a sh***y day, listen to this. It will fill you with joy. My significant other insists it's the funniest damn thing he's ever heard. The songs are clever & catchy and will linger in your head, but you will not mind them being stuck there one bit! I can go on and on. It's just a great CD.

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