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The Unwanted
Folk / Celtic / Americana

Music from The Atlantic Fringe and Beyond



Sligo
Ireland

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Member Since12/19/2007
Band Websiteunwantedtrio.com
Band MembersCathy Jordan

Vocal,Bazaar,Guitar,Bodhran,Bones,Autoharp

Rick Epping

Harmonica,Concertina,,Banjo,Jawharp,Mandolin,Vocal

Seamie O'Dowd

Guitar,Fiddle,Vocal

Record LabelUnsigned


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   About The Unwanted
The songs and tunes of the Atlantic Fringe – the combined traditions from Ireland to Appalachia and beyond, are the result of generations of movement and migration, of leave-taking and homecoming, back and forth across the ocean in an endless tide of cultural exchange. Lyrics and melodies borrowed from one land wash ashore on another, only to return again later transformed, peopled with new characters and set in different modes.

From the rich traditions of both sides the Atlantic has come the source and inspiration of the music of Unwanted – three Sligo-based musicians, each with exceptional talent and a lifetime dedication to their music.

Roscommon born Cathy Jordan, lead singer for acclaimed group Dervish, moves effortlessly and with soaring voice between Sean-nós, Appalachian ballad and contemporary folksong, lending rich accompaniment on bodhrán and tenor guitar. Her engaging stage presence and easy interaction with the audience turns a simple concert into an evening at home among good friends.

Sligo native Séamus O’Dowd (guitar, fiddle, harmonica) grew up steeped in the tradition of Sligo fiddling, early on expanding his repertoire to include the New World traditions and today he is as accomplished playing Blues on slide guitar as he is playing jigs and reels. Séamus is well known both from his years with Dervish and from his performing with the best of Irish traditional musicians, such as piper Liam O’Flynn and accordionist Máirtín O’Connor.

Rick Epping (harmonica, concertina, banjo, jaw harp), a native of California, has been moving back and forth between Ireland and the United States for over 35 years and has been playing the music of both lands since childhood. Having played with musical greats as varied as Bill Monroe, Texas bluesman Mance Lipscomb and Irish accordionist Joe Cooley, Rick brings to the group a wealth of experience and authentic style.

Together, Unwanted demonstrate a deep understanding and appreciation of the music of both the Old World and the New, and together they have created a seamless fusion of these traditions, showing that the process of transformation arising from the musical ebb and flow along the Atlantic Fringe continues today. Wherever they perform, Unwanted are finding that they are welcome and very much wanted, indeed.

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MusicPromoStation

MusicPromoStation



Nov 28 2009 7:08 AM








David Franks: Walkabouts Verse

David Franks: Walkabouts Verse



Nov 22 2009 7:27 PM

After you've finished here, you may like to hear this folk-carol on myspace...
Poem 230 of 230, WalkaboutsVerse
(see my blog for details): 
CHRISTMAS SUNG SIMPLY

As gospellers have said,
Beneath signalling skies,
On land dusty to tread,
A trough in a stable
Was the strawy first-bed
Of a divine baby -
The forgiving Godhead.

A season for new hope -
There then and here now;
The yuletide of goodwill -
There then and here now.

In respect of this chance,
Beneath bright or dark skies,
Faith's the star that we glance
Attending Christ's churches
And trying to enhance,
With singing and ritual,
Our God-loving stance.

A...

(C) David Franks 2003
David Franks: Walkabouts Verse

David Franks: Walkabouts Verse



Sep 16 2009 8:47 AM

After you've finished here, you may like to hear this poem sung on myspace... 

Poem 162 of 230, WalkaboutsVerse
(please see my blog): 
TEES TO TYNE: FIRST IMPRESSIONS - SUMMER 2001 

Where traditions are not so rare; 
    Sea, country and works scent the air; 
A multitude of monuments, 
    Planted tubs and patterned pavements. 

The longish pedestrian malls; 
    The remnants of defensive walls; 
Historic buildings are a gauge 
    Of the respect for heritage. 

Wheat, rape and pines in the fields; 
    Estuaries guarded by shields; 
Long sandy beaches and wide scenes; 
    Romantic-ruin go-betweens. 

Rivers in parts licked by trees, 
    Or fringed by boat clubs, wharfs, gantries, 
And crossed by practical delights - 
    Varied spans, forming pleasing sights. 

Fine churches headed at Durham; 
    Football kits ad infinitum; 
Kept castles - one for study; 
    Masonry behind masonry. 

And, with moulding-works out that way, 
It’s somewhere for a longer stay..? 

(C) David Franks 2003
Paula Medrano

Paula Medrano



Sep 9 2009 6:52 PM

Hello.
I invite you to listen to
the track 6 in my space
(Beso en pausa), we mixed
slip jig with blues and bass.
Thank you very much.
ed a.k.a. GaelicStormer

ed mcdermott



Aug 14 2009 6:50 AM


 

came by to say hi and wish you well...Ed



 


 


 

Walter E. Geaux

Walter E. Geaux



Jul 18 2009 6:53 PM

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Hey The Unwanted, I am sending you a Heineken.


Send me a drink back!

Hello everyone, this is to toast Liams' new record "Sweetwood" I do expect everyone receiving this to enjoy the record as much or more than the beer, so get your copy now!
Cheers!
Mike

Túcan

Túcan



Jun 8 2009 4:30 PM

Hey,
Our Debut album – Aliquot strings is out now! It’s available in Irish record stores and online (click below). You can get a Free download of ‘Garavogue’ on www.tucanmusic.com  Our launch nights are on Sat 6th June in The Clarence – Sligo and Sat 20th June in Crawdaddy – Dublin.
Hope you like it! Cheers - Donal and Pearse

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fernanda valdés

fernanda valdés



May 26 2009 4:00 PM

hi from spain.
hope hear something of you soon.
all the best.
David Franks: Walkabouts Verse

David Franks: Walkabouts Verse



May 9 2009 5:58 PM

(Hi: enjoyed my visit.)

After you've finished here, you may like to hear this poem sung on myspace...

Poem 2 of 230, WalkaboutsVerse
(please see my blog):
WALKABOUT WITH MY PEN

Once drove an old sedan, up north,
From a place in Sydney to Cairns;
Then to Kuranda I went forth,
By train, to look without set plans.

I browsed through the trendy market,
With fresh fruits of tropical kind;
Walked to the creek through lush thicket -
Nature’s hand giving peace of mind.

I dined in a scenic cafe;
Then, outside, as I wrote for yen,
Some passing Kooris called-out: “Hey,
You go walkabout with your pen.”

Request or question, I don’t know -
Assured voices, elderly men.
That’s now several years ago,
And I’ve seen the world - with my pen.

(C) David Franks 2003
John A.Coffey

John A.Coffey



May 5 2009 3:42 PM

Got the cd in Claddagh Records on
Friday,its burning up from the plays.
Kresanna

kresanna aigner



Apr 5 2009 11:58 AM

Hey lovin the album and spinnin a track on my show, again (!) tonight.
x
THE GOMBEENS

THE GOMBEENS



Mar 25 2009 1:18 PM

GR1000 for accepting the request. You won't be disappointed of being friends with these two fools! Great album by the way!!! Hopefully we won't miss ye again when you come back to Gaillimh.

Salut
The Gombeens
Jesters to His Majesty The People
Garry (GRM)

Garry (GRM)



Mar 25 2009 7:19 AM

Many thanks for the add. Means a lot to me and I am honored to be your new friend.


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...Peace from a new friend in a faraway land they call Nebraska...


Knife River Cowboys & girl

Knife River Cowboys & girl



Mar 24 2009 8:32 PM



Way to go!! Love, peace & waffles!
We are greatful!


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Geraldine

Geraldine



Mar 24 2009 5:22 AM

You're on a constant rotation on my playlist!!
Colm Ó Snodaigh

Colm Ó Snodaigh



Mar 18 2009 10:48 AM

Thank you for your friendship

This is my new album which is out now on KILA Records:

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Thanks for all your support
Colm
Barry Kerr

Barry Kerr



Mar 7 2009 9:50 AM

maith síbh folks ,keep her lit,see you about sometime,Barry
Paula Medrano

Paula Medrano



Mar 5 2009 1:16 PM

Unwanted, thank you so much
for the add.
Tiompan

Tiompan



Mar 4 2009 10:07 PM

Ta for the acceptance, ceol math.
le meas Mairead
Túcan

Túcan



Mar 4 2009 8:05 PM


special show: part of The Model art center's Other Spaces series -@ wolfetone st. Pharmacy this Thursday 8pm...
check out http://www. modelart. ie/altsligo. html for more details
Resurrection Fern

Resurrection Fern



Feb 14 2009 3:24 PM

How ye folks, wish I could have made it Friday night, but was gigging meself. Can't wait to get me hands on a CD!
Cathy, ye were savage in Carrick last Sunday too.
Take care,
Bean
Tony Reidy

Tony Reidy



Feb 13 2009 6:21 PM

Great night in Matts
Love the CD too
take care
t
BAND OF MEN

BAND OF MEN



Feb 7 2009 7:56 AM

Like your tracks a lot!
Great!

Pier
PISANELLO

PISANELLO



Feb 1 2009 11:17 AM

GRAZIE
Mick McCarney

Mick McCarney



Jan 30 2009 3:03 AM

Ta for the add folks....love the tunes
Mick
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