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Phil Cunningham
Folk / Acoustic / Other

"Squeezist of the Old MacOrdion!"

Edinburgh, Scotland
United Kingdom

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Member Since10/26/2006
Band Websitephilcunningham.com
Influences
Over the years, it would be fair to say that my influences have been many.. Almost everyone I come into musical contact with influences me in some way. As a child or youth I guess:
Jimmy Shand, Edinburgh Police Pipe Band, ELP, Rick Wakeman, Owen Murray, Planxty, The Bothy Band, JSD Band, Finbar Furey, Archie, Ray and Cilla Fisher, Kieran Hanrahan, my brother Johnny Cunningham, Larry Adler, Stefan Grapelli, Papa John Creach....... and on the list goes! I continue to be be inspired and influenced by loads of great musicians today.. young and old... Tis a wonderful world we live in!

A FEW PHOTOS TO BE GOING ON WITH...


Record LabelCompass US and Whirlie UK Own to come.
Type of LabelIndie





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Jul 30 2008 7:30P
The Arts Theatre Kirkwall, Scotland
Aug 1 2008 8:00P
Banchory Lodge Hotel Banchory, Scotland
Aug 2 2008 7:30P
Cramond Kirk Edinburgh, Scotland
Aug 8 2008 7:30P
Albert Halls Stirling, Scotland

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WHAT I'VE BEEN UP TO:

I've been playing the box for almost 43 years now, I joined Silly Wizard in 1976, went on to form Relativity with brother Johnny and Michael and Triona O'Domnhaill of Bothy Band fame, I've been playing with Shetland fiddler Aly Bain for 20 years next year.. work in TV as a music director and occasional presenter, write music for film and TV, also have my own TV production company. I present radio shows, had my own series on BBC Scotland..."Cunningham and Company". I have had great fun over the years as a record producer and have had the pleasure of working with and producing some of the best in the business.. Dolores Keane, Altan, Cherish the Ladies, Wolfstone, Connie Dover and so on! Over the years as MD for BBC, I have been lucky to play with people like James Taylor, Bonnie Raitt, Rosanne Cash, David Essex, Eddi Reader, Midge Ure, Mary Black, Frances Black,to name but a few, as well as working with some of Scotlands most amazing and talented performers. I love all kinds of music, I'm really excited about what's been happening on the scottish front over the last few years, there are some amazing talents out there. I'm dog daft.. you can see Crombie in the slide show.. he's the boss of the house and life revolves around his Royal Behindness at the moment. I love sea kayaking, clay pigeon shooting and drinking Famous Grouse and Ginger Ale.(If you're askin"!) I'm working on putting together my new solo album.. the last one was in 1989! Where does the time go? I'm also working slowly toward having all my music available on my website.. slow progress though! I have countless unexplored musical avenues to go down, have made a promise to myself to follow these paths before they are closed! Another current ambition is to lead a healthier life.. and lose around 30 pounds weight. I may even go to a gym and try to develop a bum!

I consider myself a really lucky guy, I have some wonderful friends and surely one of the best jobs in the planet. I'm truly grateful for the happy times I've had with some truly lovely people. I look forward to the rest of my life and to meeting the people not yet met!

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Spencie’s Tunes





Jul 6 2008 12:45 PM

Congrats Dr. Cunningham - cheers, Spencie
Reginald





Jul 5 2008 6:25 AM

Dr. Folk!
Many congratulations on your honorary doctorate. Have a great holiday, look up to the heavens and say, "Just look at this - would you believe it!"

Cheers,
Reg
Jimmy Gaz L





Jul 5 2008 5:02 AM

Welcome back my friends to the show that never ends !!! Ladies and gentlemen it,s Aly Bain and Phil Cunningham !!!!! Go for it boys in August/September ged !!!!! Have a great scottish tour !!!!!
Caledonix





Jul 3 2008 1:39 AM

Hello Phil,
we hear your wonderful sounds over many years and now. The best wishes from South Germany, Axel, Caledonix.
Some Random Guy





Jul 2 2008 4:01 PM

And how is Philip Begg today?
Please accept my half-story





Jul 2 2008 3:42 PM

Congratulations on your PhD, I graduated today as well but I actually had to work for it you lucky dog.

And no having a great time playing box and drinking whisky and Irn Bru does not constitute work!:P
DANIEL





Jul 2 2008 3:40 PM

Ummmm... well, I see... My dear Phil... What can I say? (tears) I'm so sorry for Andy, you know... (much tears)... Nadal is "a lot of Nadal" :) Greetings from "Wherethesunissohot". Hugs, amigo.
Clare





Jul 2 2008 10:28 AM

Hope you've an ample supply o' the Billy Connolly Anne Summer spesh's for tonight's match sunshine... xx
Chyennewarrior





Jul 2 2008 9:46 AM

hiya...hope your well? yeah, plenty of words in that last comment...was trying to be funny!!! :) u never go willie clancy festival in miltown malby!!!??? class music xx
Law





Jul 2 2008 6:49 AM

Hi Phil, I'm sure you won't remember me but I went to school with Rowan. (I lived in Kirkhill and saw you play when I was up there and not in Wales!)
I know someone who is looking for a Philicorda (he's explained what it is) and I said I would ask musician people that I thought might know of where to find one for sale. Have you any ideas?
Hope you can help.
Thanks
Laura
Trish





Jul 2 2008 4:38 AM

Congratulations on your honorary degree, Dr. Phil!! :)
Clare





Jul 2 2008 3:51 AM

Well done you!! You'll need A2 size letterhead the noo just tae get your titles in... xx
Gail K





Jul 2 2008 3:46 AM

Congratulations, Doc Phil! An honor well deserved! Enjoy your visit to the USA!
Isla of Tull





Jul 2 2008 3:12 AM

Congrats Dr Phil !

'Well you see it's my back ...'

Well deserved !
Dougie





Jul 2 2008 3:04 AM

Congratulations Doc. Could you take a wee look at this nasty rash...? :)
All the best Phil.
d
Philip





Jul 2 2008 2:12 AM

Hi Phil, I haven't been around for a while, so, just stopping by to wish you well. Philip

~
Kathleen Boyle





Jun 30 2008 4:41 PM

Hallo!

Getting all packed up for the hols. Hope yous have a great day tomorrow and sorry i won't be there for drinks afterwards. You'll just have to have one for me!

Cheers an aw that!

KTx
Martin Donohoe





Jun 30 2008 2:35 PM

Cavan Says hello
any chance you make our Nyah Festival in March 13th a Friday ?
Martin
Christina Stewart





Jun 30 2008 1:37 PM

And the winner is ... ANDY MURRAY!!!
Clare





Jun 30 2008 1:35 PM

Hell's teeth and I'm supposed to SLEEP now!?!?! That's che imminenc imbibemenc of anocher boccle of wine... x
Clare





Jun 30 2008 1:30 PM

I DAREN'T watch - the blood pressure goes through the roof and then I always feel that if I watch THEY'LL LOSE!!! XX
Celtic Connection





Jun 30 2008 10:37 AM

Hi Mr. MacOrdion,
Thanks for adding us to your long list of friends.
Hope to see/hear you again some day live on stage.
Keep on folkin' - and with your great music.
Greetings from the Ruhr,
CC
New Direction Music





Jun 29 2008 6:19 AM

Thanks for accepting....

Our website is currently undergoing a major upgrade to launch some radical promotional opportunities for promising solo artists and bands...

We'll keep you posted as to when the upgraded site launches...
Alyth





Jun 27 2008 5:20 AM

Oh that's good glad it arrived...they go missing over here...it's the Irish - you know...and re the talking - at least I understand what you are saying!! Many cuddles. XX
Alyth





Jun 27 2008 3:26 AM

Dear Mr C,

I sent you a wee package to make you smile a wee while ago - I wondered if it ever arrived? Hope you're feelin perky. Any chances of you visiting Ireland anytime soon? I get lonely sometimes and they NEVER stop talkin!!! AXX
fernanda valdés





Jun 26 2008 12:07 PM

hi phil
how go your concerts?
best wishes..
xxx
Mailin B.





Jun 26 2008 9:08 AM

I love your music :)
It soothes this stressed mind
Bulgarka Junior Quartet





Jun 26 2008 7:38 AM

Hi Phil!!!
Thanks for the friendship and the connection to the BJQ.
Greetings from Bulgaria.

Cheers, BJQ
Fat Cats





Jun 26 2008 5:39 AM

beautiful music Phil. sincerley...
Tell me about it re: when will ever learn.
i'm always doing that shit with those in there late 20's- great at the time eh?
I'm off to glastonbury... with hangover.
Cheers. sean.
Kirsty-Jacqueline Lingard





Jun 26 2008 3:50 AM

Hi ya Phil....hope you are keeping well. Not seen you in a wee while, sure your putting up a good show of keeping up wit the young 'uns! :)
best wishes, as always, ickle kirsty xx
susan





Jun 25 2008 1:31 AM

hello
stopping in to say hello:and how's life treating you
your friend
susan
Bob McCarthy





Jun 24 2008 10:03 AM

Great music. All the best,
Bob