In 2009, Celtic Thunder is officially on TV, on CD, on DVD and on TOUR. The group features five Celtic male vocalists from Ireland and Scotland, ranging in age from 17 to 40: Paul Byrom, George Donaldson, Keith Harkin, Ryan Kelly and Damian McGinty. From rousing ensemble numbers to solos showcasing each members’ vocal style and personality, Celtic Thunder performs powerful ballads, popular hits, and heartwarming songs of love and loss from across the Celtic music spectrum—Irish, Scottish, traditional and contemporary.
Celtic Thunder creator/producer Sharon Browne teamed up with legendary Irish composer and musical director Phil Coulter (Elvis Presley’s “My Boy,” Sandie Shaw’s “Puppet on a String,” the now-classic Irish ballad “The Town I Loved So Well”) to craft an eclectic set list of music including traditional songs, pop classics by the Eagles and the Moody Blues, and Coulter originals such as the Irish Rugby Football Union anthem. Celtic Thunder also features a full band including piano, string quartet and bagpipes, as well as expert choreography, dramatic lighting and other visual effects that enhance the musical production.
Celtic Thunder made their U.S. television debut in March 2008 and audiences across the US have embraced them. Their breakout success made Celtic Thunder the 1 music program on the US public television network in 2008. Filmed at the Helix in Dublin in August 2007, the TV special features a diverse selection of songs that showcase the wide ranging musical style of five highly accomplished soloists, while the show’s ensemble numbers reflect their shared Celtic heritage. The self-titled CD from the show debuted at 1 on the Billboard World Music chart in March 2008, and went on to dominate that chart until it was knocked off its perch by the second Celtic Thunder release, Act II, in September. This debut CD has spent a total of 44 weeks in the top 5 ranks on the Billboard World Music Chart, and was named World Music album of the year for 2008, while the group’s Fall 2008 debut U.S. tour earned the 20 spot on Pollstar’s top tours of that year, drawing more than 125,000 fans hungry for the unique Celtic Thunder sound
Hey guys! I really want your profile picture, but it's not in your pictures :( I wish i could've gone to one of your shows but it hasn't been possible yet. I love Celtic Thunder though, keep singing guys :)
Hi CT...... I hope!my DVD's and CD'scome real soon. I ordered the bundle and because of that I have to give up about $90 of Coke Cola until the piper is paid.. It was a hard choice to make but in the end I don't regret it at all for I will always have your music that I love. ;-) I feel privilidged that we we able to watch you on the computer and know a bit about you guys. Next year I'm going to see one of your concerts! Thak you for giving and sharing with us, for making the long trip and the trips to other concerts. I hope to get to see you next year.
Hello! I became a grandma for the first time while you were on the tour. Wahoo!! We loved you in Detroit. Isn't it time to come back already? We miss you, wish you much love and happiness while you are home with your friends, family and the Guinness. My mom is ill, so hurry back. She wants to see you one more time! God Bless and God Speed! Jan & Family in Michigan
Hello Celtic thunder! Thank you for the new blogs! Can't wait for the new year and to hear and see more of what you all have planned.....(you are coming back to seattle right)? LOL Luv Ya Guys! Hope to see you again soon. Have a great holiday!
Thank you for another wonderful show! Miss you guys already but that's just for now. I am wondering about "That's Entertainment" would be great to get this new show for the holidays???? I would also like to suggest that the next show be performed at "The CadillacPalace Theatre" in Chicago...it sounds as if the new show would do great there and many more seats could be filled...just a thought!!
