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PUB SONGS & STORIESThe Bridge & Best Travel Tips With Vince Conaway #285Vince Conaway shares his top 3 places to see in Italy along with some travel tips, and stories of busking in Italy. Music from Vince Conaway, Brobdingnagian Bards, and Ironwood. And if you're going to apologize, make it a good one. That's what I did when I wrote the song "The Bridge" as an apology. It's all part of a new series where I talk about my album Soul of a Harper. This is Pub Songs & Stories #285 0:30 - Marc Gunn "Killiecrankie" from Soul of Harper Inspired by the band Schiehallion out of Scotland about the...
2024-06-1154 min
In the 'VerseOf Banquets, Bastards and Burials | WitcherWhere is the destiny we need? That's the question Mikey Mason asks in this week's podcast. While Marc Gunn questions the challenges women must face in male-dominated world. Both songs were inspired by episode 4 of season 1, "Of Banquets, Bastards, and Burials". Find out on this week's In the 'Verse podcast #2.8. FireflyDrinkingSongs.com SHOW TIMES - Upcoming Shows, Marc and Mikey News - 5-Minute Plot Synopsis / Show Discussion - This Week's Songs SHOW NOTES MARC: Welcome to In The Verse, the podcast that makes music inspired by...
2024-05-0550 min
Pub Songs & Stories Podcast – Marc GunnPubs Songs & Stories #283: RedemptionPain is hard to deal with. Sometimes it feels overwhelming. You can get through it with maybe a little help from Doctor Who. We talk about my song Redemption.
You can learn all about it today on Pub Songs & Stories #283
0:16 – Marc Gunn “By Amazing Grace” from Come Adventure With Me
By Amazing Grace, Hat Came Back, Tartanic
Inspired by the Firefly episode “Heart of Glass”
featuring Andrew McKee of Brobdingnagian Bards and Jamie Haeuser)
4:23 – WELCOME TO PUB SONGS & STORIES
I am Marc Gunn. I’m a Sci F’Irish musician and podcaster li...
2024-03-1900 min
PUB SONGS & STORIESRedemption #283Pain is hard to deal with. Sometimes it feels overwhelming. You can get through it with maybe a little help from Doctor Who. We talk about my song Redemption. You can learn all about it today on Pub Songs & Stories #283 0:16 - Marc Gunn "By Amazing Grace" from Come Adventure With Me By Amazing Grace, Hat Came Back, Tartanic Inspired by the Firefly episode "Heart of Glass" featuring Andrew McKee of Brobdingnagian Bards and Jamie Haeuser) 4:23 - WELCOME TO PUB SONGS & STORIES I am Marc Gunn. I'm a Sci F'Irish musician and...
2024-03-1933 min
In the 'VerseRedemption | The MandalorianIt's just you and us against the galaxy as my Mikey Mason shares his song " A Clan of Two". Marc Gunn shares a new Stormtrooper drinking song to sing as you watch The Mandaloria episode "Redemption" and joke about the many ways Stormtroopers get killed in Star Wars. It's all on In the 'Verse podcast #2.7. FireflyDrinkingSongs.com SHOW TIMES - Upcoming Shows, Marc and Mikey News - 5-Minute Plot Synopsis / Show Discussion - This Week's Songs SHOW NOTES MARC: Welcome to In The Verse, the podcast that makes music i...
2023-10-2147 min
PUB SONGS & STORIESCONjuration, Wizard Rock, Doctor of Gallifrey #261Little Lego Loki, Wizard Rock and more stories from The Blibbering Humdingers and Hawthorn and Holly. This is Pub Songs & Stories show #261. 0:13 - "A Man's A Man For A' That" from Scottish Songs of Drinking & Rebellion 2:56 - WELCOME TO PUB SONGS & STORIES I am Marc Gunn. This is the audio liner notes for the songs I record and play. The show is brought to you by my Gunn Runners on Patreon. If you enjoy this podcast and my music, please join the Club. You'll get new stuff...
2022-12-0550 min
PUB SONGS & STORIESHalloween | I'll Drink From Dusk Til DawnA Celtic Halloween ghost story. Can Death stop Johnny from grabbing a drink after a hard day at work? It's Pub Songs & Stories #259. WELCOME TO PUB SONGS & STORIES 0:10 - "Black Velvet Band lyrics" by Marc Gunn from The Bridge I am Marc Gunn. This is the audio liner notes for the songs I play. The show is brought to you by my Gunn Runners on Patreon. If you enjoy this podcast and my music, please join the Club. You'll get 2-3 podcasts per month. You'll be able...
2022-10-2523 min
In the 'VerseThe Hobbit | Rankin/BassThe Rankin & Bass animated film, The Hobbit, was instrumental to Marc Gunn and Mikey Mason. Your fearless pop culture songwriters explore fear, the art style of The Hobbit, inspiration for Dungeons & Dragons campaigns, and getting eaten by trolls. It's all on this week's In the 'Verse podcast. FireflyDrinkingSongs.com. SHOW TIMES 1:17 - Upcoming Shows, Marc and Mikey News 7:29 - 5-Minute Plot Synopsis / Show Discussion 45:23 - This Week's Songs SHOW NOTES MARC: Welcome to In The Verse, the podcast that makes music inspired by popular media. My name is Marc G...
2021-12-1155 min
In the 'VerseBlink | Doctor WhoDon't blink or you might miss out as Marc Gunn and Mikey Mason discuss the episode "Blink" from Doctor Who. Plus, you'll get to hear the songs they write, inspired by the episode. SHOW TIMES 2:00 - Upcoming Shows 5:20 - Marc and Mikey News 9:13 - Five-Minute Show Summary 13:30 - Show Discussion 32:29 - Mikey's Song 44:28 - Marc's Song SHOW NOTES MARC: My name is Marc Gunn, the creator of the Firefly Drinking Songs show. MIKEY: And I'm Mikey Mason, creator of the Beer Powered Time Machine Podcast and currently the MIKEYtalks podcast. MARC: T...
2021-10-3053 min
In the 'VerseIn the 'Verse Season 2 AnnouncementIn the 'Verse is back with a brand new season. We're gonna write songs inspired by other shows and movies. Plus, we will take an in depth look at the Big Damn movie. Join us as we talk about Season 2. SHOW NOTES MARC: My name is Marc Gunn, the creator of the Firefly Drinking Songs show. MIKEY: And I'm Mikey Mason, creator of the Beer Powered Time Machine Podcast and currently the MIKEYtalks podcast. MARC: This is episode ZERO of our new 10 episode season of the In The Verse Podcast.. Mikey...
2021-10-0222 min
PUB SONGS & STORIESTwo Magicians, My Father Was A WerewolfEmpty Hats share how they rewrote a traditional, off color song about magicians for a modern age. Marc Gunn shares a song about the son of a werewolf from Harry Potter. WHO'S PLAYING IN THE PUB TODAY Welcome to Pub Songs & Stories. This is the Virtual Public House for musicians to share the stories and inspiration behind their music with your host Marc Gunn. Subscribe to the podcast and download free music at PubSong.com. 0:26 - NEWS: Today's show is brought to you by my Gunn Runners on Patreon. Welcome...
2021-09-1313 min
In the 'VerseObjects in Space | FireflyA ruthless bounty hunter boards Serenity to retrieve River. But he's feeling a bit unwelcome onboard and find a very unique way of escaping. What are objects made of? What is real? What is right? We have a great time exploring the themes in the final episode Firefly for In the 'Verse: Song Crafting for the Firefly Universe. SHOW TIMES Upcoming Shows Our Browncoat News Review Songs from the Last Episode Five-Minute Show Summary Firefly Discussion This Week's Songs SHOW NOTES MARC: My name is Marc Gunn, the creator of the Firefly Drinking Songs show. ...
2020-07-1959 min
In the 'VerseThe Message | FireflyThe body of a fellow soldier is mailed to Mal and Zoe with a message. They discover a secret plan to smuggle goods that become damaged in shipping. We discuss damaged goods and the bright side of single thing on the In the 'Verse podcast. SHOW TIMES 1:22 - Upcoming Shows 3:37 - Our Browncoat News 6:39 - Review Songs from the Last Episode 17:10 - Five-Minute Show Summary 21:30 - Firefly Discussion 38:18 - This Week's Songs SHOW NOTES MARC: My name is Marc Gunn, the creator of the Firefly Drinking Songs show. MIKEY: And I'm Mikey Mason...
2020-04-0547 min
PUB SONGS & STORIESSci Fi St Patrick's DayWe're talking Sci F'Irish music for St Patrick's Day on the Pub Songs Podcast. Welcome to the Pub Songs Podcast, the Virtual Public House for Celtic Geek culture. I am your Guide. My name is Marc Gunn. Today's show is brought to you by my Gunn Runners on Patreon. Subscribe to the podcast at PubSong.net. WHO'S PLAYING IN THE PUB TODAY 0:22 - SONG - "Whiskey in the Jar" by Marc Gunn from St Patrick's Day 3:11 - WELCOME -- #8 artists on Reverbnation. Scythian is #4 -- Kickstarter for Selcouth resched...
2020-03-1033 min
PUB SONGS & STORIESShamrock Pub Songs, Serenity Valley WaltzLeprechauns, Irish street songs, ghost stories, and a free Celtic MP3s, a free CD, and lots more today on the Pub Songs Podcast. Welcome to the Pub Songs Podcast, the Virtual Public House for Celtic Geek culture. I am your Guide. My name is Marc Gunn. Today's show is brought to you by my Gunn Runners on Patreon. Subscribe to the podcast at PubSong.net. WHO'S PLAYING IN THE PUB TODAY 0:22 - SONG: "The Leprechaun" by Marc Gunn from St Patrick's Day for Kids music 3:45 - WELCOME -- Kickstarter...
2020-03-0341 min
In the 'VerseTrash | FireflySaffron is back in the Firefly episode "Trash. Let's all get naked and sing songs inspired by this fun heist with everyone's favorite nemesis. SHOW TIMES 1:26 - Upcoming Shows 2:52 - Our Browncoat News 8:53 - Review Songs from the Last Episode 15:10 - Five-Minute Show Summary 20:09 - Firefly Discussion 43:02 - This Week's Songs SHOW NOTES MARC: My name is Marc Gunn, the creator of the Firefly Drinking Songs show. MIKEY: And I'm Mikey Mason, creator of the Beer Powered Time Machine P...
2020-02-2850 min
PUB SONGS & STORIESSt Patrick's Day, Kilty Pleasure, Favorite Scottish SongIt's a St Patrick's Day Warm Up show. What's your guilty pleasure? I share mine in the Pub Songs Podcast. Welcome to the Pub Songs Podcast, the Virtual Public House for Celtic Geek culture. I am your Guide. My name is Marc Gunn. Today's show is brought to you by my Gunn Runners on Patreon. Subscribe to the podcast at PubSong.net. WHO'S PLAYING IN THE PUB TODAY 0:18 - SONG: "Nancy Whiskey" by Marc Gunn from Not Every Day Is St Patrick's Day 2:13 - WELCOME -- What is your...
2020-02-2534 min
PUB SONGS & STORIESStrange, But MarvelousSelcouth means "When everything feels strange and different yet you find it marvelous anyway." It is also the name of my new album. Today, I'm gonna sing songs from the new album. Welcome to the Pub Songs Podcast, the Virtual Public House for Celtic Geek culture. I am your Guide. My name is Marc Gunn. Today's show is brought to you by my Gunn Runners on Patreon. Your generous pledge allows me to create music and podcasts for you! If you want to chat in the pub, then send me your feedback. What are you...
2020-02-0322 min
In the 'VerseWar StoriesJoin Mikey Mason and Marc Gunn as we discuss "War Stories" from Firefly. We're going deep with one of the most-emotional episodes of the series. I think I'm gonna cry. Yes, there might be tears... SHOW TIMES 1:23 - Marc's Upcoming Shows 2:02 - Mikey's Upcoming Shows 2:25 - Marc and Mikey News 2:53 - Review Songs from the Last Episode 8:12 - Five-Minute Show Summary 40:53 - This Week's Songs SHOW NOTES MARC: My name is Marc Gunn, the creator of the Firefly Drinking Songs show. ...
2020-01-2350 min
PUB SONGS & STORIESFrozen 2, Times ChangeFrozen 2 and change in a new year today on the Pub Songs Podcast. Jiggy, The Elders, Black 47, The Fretless, Hugh Morrison, Marc Gunn Welcome to the Pub Songs Podcast, the Virtual Public House for Celtic Geek culture. I am your Guide. My name is Marc Gunn. Today's show is brought to you by my Gunn Runners on Patreon. Your generous pledge allows me to create music and podcasts for you! If you want to chat in the pub, then send me your feedback. What are you doing today while listening to the Pub...
2019-12-3048 minPUB SONGS & STORIESIt's Beginning to Look A Lot Like Christmas, Christmas ElvesIt's beginning to look a lot like Christmas. I can finally listen to Christmas music without getting strange looks. That also means it's time to highlight Christmas music on the Pub Songs Podcast. Marc Gunn, Matt & Shannon Heaton, Celtic Woman, West of Eden, Hot Griselda, Cherish the Ladies Welcome to the Pub Songs Podcast, the Virtual Public House for Celtic Geek culture. I am your Guide. My name is Marc Gunn. Today's show is brought to you by my Gunn Runners on Patreon. Your generous pledge of $5 per month allow me to create...
2019-12-0245 min
In the 'VerseAriel | FireflyThe first 40 minutes of "Ariel" make this seem like the most generically, palatable episode of Firefly. It's a fun but simple heist episode. Then comes the twist. The ending gives us a deeper look at what motivates and drives the characters of Malcolm Reynolds and Jayne. We talk about keelhauling a crew member and a touching way of asking for forgiveness after betraying the crew. SHOW TIMES 1:30 - Marc's Upcoming Shows 3:00 - Mikey's Upcoming Shows 3:50 - Marc and Mikey News Listen to an episode of Firefly Drinking Songs from 2010. 8:56...
2019-12-0149 minPUB SONGS & STORIESRanked-Choice Voting, Selcouth, Heart and SoulI am working on my next studio album. It's something strange but marvelous as you'll learn in the podcast. Sorta like this voting method I discovered and added to the Celtic Top 20 at the beginning of the year. All of this plus music today on the Pub Songs Podcast. Tullamore, The Gothard Sisters, Gillian Boucher, Farsan, Jil Chambless, Marc Gunn Welcome to the Pub Songs Podcast, the Virtual Public House for Celtic Geek culture. I am your Guide. My name is Marc Gunn. Today's show is brought to you by my Gunn Runners...
2019-11-1849 min
In the 'VerseOut of Gas | FireflyOne of the most powerful episodes of Firefly is episode #8, "Out of Gas". We get a lot of backstory on the characters. We discussed this episode LIVE at Dragon Con 2009. Some of the themes discussed in this episode: Keep breathing, everybody dies alone, gotta be there to answer, and see past what she is. SHOW TIMES 0:33 - Live from Dragon Con 2019 2:41 - Mikey Mason's Firefly Story 3:44 - Marc Gunn's Firefly Story Listen to an episode of Firefly Drinking Songs from 2010. 6:10 - Songs from the last episode, "Jaynestown"
2019-11-101h 10PUB SONGS & STORIESCliffs of Insanity, Success Is Not a Zero-Sum Game, Van MorrisonIs it insane to think that success is NOT a zero-sum game? Some think that the only way they can "win" is by destroying someone else. I'm gonna share why that's the lie told by cowards and failures and how you can win through generosity. Brobdingnagian Bards, Van Morrison, The Doubleclicks, Marc Gunn Welcome to the Pub Songs Podcast, the Virtual Public House for Celtic Geek culture. I am your Guide. My name is Marc Gunn. Today's show is brought to you by my Gunn Runners on Patreon. Your generous pledge of $5 per...
2019-11-0437 minPUB SONGS & STORIESThe Celts Invade Venice... AgainThe Celts are heading back to invade Venice in 2020 as part of my annual Celtic Invasion Vacations. I will share this year's itinerary and a few facts about the Veneti. Marc Gunn, Alexander James Adams, Vince Conaway, Ciunas, and special guest Tom Smith Welcome to the Pub Songs Podcast, the Virtual Public House for Celtic Geek culture. I am your Guide. My name is Marc Gunn. Today's show is brought to you by my Gunn Runners on Patreon. Your generous pledge of $5 per month allow me to create music, podcasts, and my weekly...
2019-10-2138 minPUB SONGS & STORIESBrowncoat Ball, Girl in the BoxThe Browncoat Ball is this weekend in Las Vegas, Nevada. Mikey Mason and I are performing at the Millennium Fandom Bar this evening. I asked Mikey to co-host and talk about our shared love of Firefly. Bedlam Bards, Marc Gunn, Mikey Mason, Three Weird Sisters, the Great Luke Ski, Gray Reinhart Welcome to the Pub Songs Podcast, the Virtual Public House for Celtic Geek culture. My name is Marc Gunn. I am a Celtic Geek musician and your guide to honoring our past and adapting for our future. Today's show is brought to...
2019-09-3038 minPUB SONGS & STORIESBrowncoats CampoutThe Browncoat Ball is this weekend in Las Vegas, Nevada. I'm performing a shindig there with Mikey Mason. So this week, I'm sharing some Firefly music. Marc Gunn, Beth Kinderman, Bill & Brenda Sutton, Mikey Mason Welcome to the Pub Songs Podcast, the Virtual Public House for Celtic Geek culture. My name is Marc Gunn. I am a Celtic Geek musician and your guide to honoring our past and adapting for our future. Today's show is brought to you by my Gunn Runners on Patreon. Your generous pledge of $5 per month allow me to...
2019-09-2332 min
PUB SONGS & STORIESFirefly Drinking Songs Show, Creating FrictionWhat makes a Firefly Drinking Songs show and creating friction. Brobdingnagian Bards, Rambling Sailors, Marc Gunn, Heather Dale, The Rogues, Peat in the Creel, Mary Knickle, The Doubleclicks, Kilted Kings Welcome to the Pub Songs Podcast, the Virtual Public House for Celtic Geek culture. My name is Marc Gunn. I am a Celtic Geek musician and your guide to honoring our past and adapting for our future. Today's show is brought to you by my Gunn Runners on Patreon. Your generous pledge of $5 per month allow me to create music, podcasts, and my...
2019-09-0247 min
PUB SONGS & STORIESHow to Quickly Stream 6000 Songs on SpotifyHow to quickly stream 6000 songs on Spotify and a glimpse at Lord of the Pounce on the Pub Songs Podcast. Music from Brobdingnagian Bards, The Doubleclicks, Farsan, Molly's Revenge, Jamie Haeuser, Marc Gunn Welcome to the Pub Songs Podcast, the Virtual Public House for Celtic Geek culture through music. My name is Marc Gunn. I am a Celtic Geek musician and your guide to honoring our past and adapting for our future. Today's show is brought to you by my Gunn Runners on Patreon. Your generous pledge of $5 per month allow me to...
2019-08-2639 min
PUB SONGS & STORIESEmpowering Celtic Women, Heart of Fangorn, FairPleWe're talking about a little controversy on the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast regarding the women of Celtic music. Plus, I sing some songs and catch up on some upcoming news. Guest music from The Gothard Sisters, The Gatehouse Well, Laura Cortese & The Dance Cards. Welcome to the Pub Songs Podcast, the Virtual Public House for Celtic culture through music. My name is Marc Gunn. I am a Celtic Geek musician and your guide to honoring our past and adapting for our future. Today's show is brought to you by my Gunn Runners on Patreon. Your...
2019-08-1939 min
PUB SONGS & STORIESOut With the Old, In With The NewI backslided this summer when it came to social media. So in this episode, I remind myself what change I hope to create all within the context of casting out the old to change with the new. I also share a few thoughts about this year's Gen Con and upcoming shows. Music from Brobdingnagian Bards, Teton Skye, The Celtic Kitchen Party, The Glory Reel, Gerry O'Beirne, FinTan, Marc Gunn Welcome to the Pub Songs Podcast, the Virtual Public House for Celtic culture through music. My name is Marc Gunn. I am a Celtic Geek musician...
2019-08-1247 min
In the 'VerseJaynestown | FireflyMarc Gunn and Mikey Mason discuss "Jaynestown" from Firefly as they talk about symbols. * Special Note: Are you going to Dragon Con? We have a live episode of In the 'Verse scheduled. Check the Dragon Con Filk track for details. SHOW TIMES 2:42 Upcoming Shows with Marc Gunn 3:29 Upcoming Show with Mikey Mason 3:59 Geek Music News 8:10 Marc's Song: 9:29 Mikey's Songs: 12:01 Plot Summary 14:42 Discussion of Episode 6 "Our Mrs. Reynolds" 38:41 Mikey's thanks and song 42:18 Marc's thanks and song #jaynestown #firefly #intheversepodcast SHOW NOTES MARC: My name is Marc Gunn, the creator of the Firefly D...
2019-08-1147 min
In the 'VerseOur Mrs. Reynolds | FireflyWelcome to In the 'Verse: Song Crafting for the Firefly Universe. Here are some of the themes discussed in this episode: Spiderwebs, Good night kiss, and Our Mrs Reynolds SHOW TIMES 2:42 Upcoming Shows with Marc Gunn 3:29 Upcoming Show with Mikey Mason 3:59 Geek Music News 8:10 Marc's Song: 9:29 Mikey's Songs: 12:01 Plot Summary 14:42 Discussion of Episode 6 "Our Mrs. Reynolds" 38:41 Mikey's thanks and song 42:18 Marc's thanks and song SHOW NOTES MARC: My name is Marc Gunn, the creator of the Firefly Drinking Songs...
2019-04-0342 min
In the 'VerseSafe | FireflyWelcome to In the 'Verse: Song Crafting for the Firefly Universe. Here are some of the themes discussed in this episode: loyalty and safety. SHOW TIMES 2:42 Upcoming Shows with Marc Gunn 3:29 Upcoming Show with Mikey Mason 3:59 Geek Music News 8:10 Marc's Song: Favor of Dance 9:29 Mikey's Songs: Captain Tightpants and Sad Little King 12:01 Plot Summary 14:42 Discussion of Episode 5 "Safe" 38:41 Mikey's thanks and song "Safe" 42:18 Marc's thanks and song "Like a Big Damn Hero" SHOW NOTES MARC: My name...
2019-02-2046 minIn the 'VerseShindig | Firefly"Shindig" is the fourth episode of Firefly. We look at these themes from the show: Situational Respectability, Pageantry, The Game, The Dance, Rules Spoken and Unspoken, Collision of worlds, and Why did this get so complicated? SHOW TIMES 2:28 Upcoming Shows 2:31 Marc's Upcoming Shows 3:30 Mikey's Upcoming Shows 4:35 Review of 2018 Blue Sun Holiday Spectacular Tour 10:07 About Last Week's Songs 10:39 Thoughts about "Reaver's Drinking Song" by Marc Gunn 13:08 Thoughts about "Ghosts" by Mikey Mason 17:15 Short summary of Episode 4 "Shindig" 21:13 Discussion of themes...
2019-01-1958 min
PUB SONGS & STORIESRebellion Songs for 2019If something is broken, fix it. That's what my dad told me when I was a kid. The simple fact is things break all the time. We don't fix always fix them. We get stuck in a rut. But it's the way things have always been. The way things are. It's a tradition. So we choose not to change. 2018 was a good year for me. I rebelled. I broke down traditional music business barriers. Now I'm forging a new path for a new year for my music...and for this podcast. ...
2019-01-101h 15
PUB SONGS & STORIESBest Irish Christmas MusicI'm picky about Christmas music. I prefer upbeat, fun Christmas songs. Good sing alongs. It's a challenge to find those with the Irish and Celtic Christmas music albums. But I have a few favorites to share with you in the pub today. You'll also hear some Blue Sun Holiday Spectacular Tour news, thoughts about kids music, the future of this podcast, and news about Coffee with The Celtfather. Speaking of which, the last Coffee with the Celtfather show of 2018 is today at noon. Enjoy Irish Christmas music from Kilted Kings, The Selkie Girls...
2018-12-1246 minIn the 'VerseBushwhacked | Firefly"Bushwhacked" is the third episode of Firefly. The crew finds a ship that seems to be abandoned. While looting the ship's goods, they discover a lone survivor... from a reaver attack. Try explaining that to the Alliance. The episode touches on themes of civilization and nothingness. Get the full scoop, listen to our songs, and start writing yours in this week's In the 'Verse: Song Crafting In the Firefly Universe. 1:15 Upcoming Shows 3:54 About Last Week's Songs 15:06 Last show synopsis 18:11 Themes 39:45 Mikey Thanks 40:16 Ghosts 46:29 Ma...
2018-11-2550 minIn the 'VerseThe Train Job | FireflyWelcome to In the 'Verse: Song Crafting for the Firefly Universe. We look at Reputation vs. Action and Crime with a Conscience in episode 2 of the TV show Firefly, "The Train Job". MARC: My name is Marc Gunn, the creator of the Firefly Drinking Songs show. MIKEY: And I'm Mikey Mason, creator of the Beer Powered Time Machine Podcast. MARC: This is part two of a six part series where we rewatch episodes of Firefly with the goal to find themes and stories that we can write songs about. Mikey: It's...
2018-11-0249 min
Irish & Celtic Music PodcastCeltic Punk "Smoking Gunn Part Deux" with Paddy Rock PodcastCeltic Punk returns to the podcast with The Grinning Beggar hosting from Paddy Rock radio. Enjoy Celtic music from The Muckers, Sir Reg, Paddy And The Rats, The Killigans, The Mighty Regis, Fiddler's Green, Firkin, The Ramshackle Army, Medusa's Wake, The Real McKenzies, The Mahones, The Porters, Hoist the Colors, Mr. Irish Bastard, The Peelers, 1916, Kilmaine Saints. http://celticmusicpodcast.com/ Listen and share this podcast. Download 34 Celtic MP3s for Free. Subscribe to the Celtic Music Magazine. This is our free newsletter and your guide to the latest Celtic music and podcast news. Remember to support the...
2018-07-121h 11
PUB SONGS & STORIESAcoustic ScotlandIf all goes well, I should be on the Isle of Skye when you listen to this episode of Geek Pub Songs. So I'm highlighting acoustic Scottish songs with music from Jesse Ferguson, The Sorries, Emerald Accent, Ed Miller, Marc Gunn, Mikey Mason, Madison Metricula Roberts, Rimbo with Brobdingnagian Bards, Library Bards, Lauren Mayer, Kilted Kings. If you enjoy this show, LIKE it, SHARE it, post in the comments, or tell a friend. Then subscribe to the podcast and my mailing list at http://pubsong.net/ WHO'S PLAYING IN THE PUB TODAY? 0:12 "Nancy...
2018-06-1744 min
PUB SONGS & STORIESMemorial Day Pub SongsWe're gonna honor those who died while serving in the armed forces for Memorial Day. I picked a few songs for soldiers as well as those of parting and even one that's an satirical twist on how people celebrate the holiday. I also have my own little memorial for a musician friend who passed away recently. We have music from Marc Gunn, The Selkie Girls, The Rogues, 3 Pints Gone, Jed Marum, Bedlam Bards, Jiggernaut, Scooter Muse, The Changing Room. If you enjoy this show, LIKE it, SHARE it, post in the comments, or tell a...
2018-05-2051 min
PUB SONGS & STORIESFunny Cat SongsI have a new album up on Kickstarter. It's Sea Shanties for Cat Lovers. I have an extremely ambitious goal. So I need your support and I need your help sharing the project. You'll find a link in the shownotes. For that reason, today's Geek Pub Songs is dedicated to funny cat songs. With two albums of Irish Drinkings for Cat Lovers, I have quite a few cat songs. But I also found a few funny cat songs by other artists. This week in the Geek Pub, you'll enjoy music from Marc Gunn, Jamie Anderson...
2018-04-1540 min
PUB SONGS & STORIESCanton RadioYou are listening to K.M.U.D - Canton Radio, bringing you the finest music on Higgins' Moon. Marc Gunn join us live today right here in the Canton Inn to tell us about this awesome new Browncoats album As Long As I'm Flyin'. So poor yourself a tankard of Mudder's Milk and relax. If you enjoy this show, LIKE it, SHARE it, post in the comments, or tell a friend. Then subscribe to the podcast and my mailing list at http://pubsong.net/ This week in the pub, you'll enjoy music from Marc...
2018-03-0446 min
PUB SONGS & STORIESHopeful Love Songs are Shiny!Welcome to the all new Geek Pub Songs. I say "new" but in all honesty, it's the same as the old Pub Songs Podcast but with a shiny new title and a new format. I changed to the title to fit a new niche. Yes, this show features a lot of Celtic music. As I am the host of the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast, I get a lot of awesome Celtic music. So you can expect that. But I wanted a title that better fits my music as well. Most of my original music is Geek Pub Songs. So...
2018-02-1357 min
PUB SONGS & STORIESWinter Pub SongsChristmas is almost here. Originally, I wanted to share some Winter Pub Songs, but as I picked some songs, they were just some fun Christmas songs. If you enjoy the music, please share your love of Christmas with a link to pubsong.net. What's your favorite Christmas song? Post in the comments. Then subscribe to the podcast and mailing list at http://pubsong.net/ Who's Playing in the Pub Today? 0:03 "Christmas in the Shire" by Marc Gunn from Celtic Christmas Greetings 4:32 "Celtic Christmas Elf" by Marc Gunn from Celtic Christmas Greetings 7:24 "Mrs. Fogarty's Christmas Cake" by Carolina Ceili from Hol...
2017-12-1244 min
Irish & Celtic Music PodcastThe Thin Veil of HalloweenWe shall cross the Thin Veil to celebrate Halloween and Samhain with Celtic music from Kiss the Mistress, Rattle the Knee, Heather Dale, Patrick D'Arcy, Chambless, Taylor and Muse, Nava, Crepuscule, Shillelagh, Marc Gunn, Bellow Bridge, Matt Hughes, Faerydae, Shillaly Brothers, Christine Weir. http://celticmusicpodcast.com Listen and share this podcast. Then download 34 Celtic MP3s for Free! Subscribe to the Celtic Music Magazine. This is our free newsletter and your guide to the latest Celtic music and podcast news. Remember to support the artists who support this podcast: buy their CDs, download their MP3s, see...
2017-10-261h 04
PUB SONGS & STORIESCeltic AdventuresWe're going off on Celtic Adventures with music from my various bands that tell stories of travel and adventure. Do you have a favorite adventure song? Post in the comments. Then subscribe to the podcast and mailing list at http://pubsong.net/ You can find out more about the bands in this week's show right here: Marc Gunn, The Celtfather Brobdingnagian Bards Kilted Kings Who's Playing in the Pub Today? 0:16 "Happily Ever After" by Brobdingnagian Bards from Brobdingnagian Fairy Tales 3:40 "Rocky Road to Dublin" by Marc Gunn from Not Every Day...
2017-10-1034 min
PUB SONGS & STORIESHalfway to St Patrick's Day Pub SongsSeptember 17th is the halfway point to St. Patrick's Day. So this month, we're gonna celebrate with some traditional Celtic pub songs from my huge catalog. I'll share a little about the history of Halfway to St Patrick's Day, reveal the new Brobdingnagian Bards album, explain why you can get 5 classic CDs of mine for an incredibly low price this month only, and let you know where you can see The Celtfather LIVE. Listen and subscribe, then get free music at http://pubsong.net Pub Talk History of Halfway to St Patrick's Day ...
2017-09-1238 min
PUB SONGS & STORIESAutoharp Pub SongsWhat is the autoharp? Why do I play it? I don't answer those questions but I do share some of my autoharp music with you as I prepare to re-launch Autoharp Radio. Listen. Subscribe. Get free music at pubsong.net. I started to seriously play the autoharp in 1997. I was amazed by its versatility and 5-octaves that one could play on it. That's led a life-long journey of exploration of the instrument. Now, I am primarily a singer. However, I have done my best to offer a new sound to the autoharp community. The songs...
2017-08-0851 min
Travel Ireland & ScotlandKids at GenCon: Survival TipsThis is the Celtfather Marc Gunn. Today, I'm gonna share some survival tips for anyone who wants to bring their kids to Gen Con. Gen Con is the longest running gaming convention in the world. It's located in Indianapolis, IN And they are celebrating their 50 year anniversary this year. Course I've only been performing there since 2007. But I remember dreaming about going back in the 80s when I was reading Dragon Magazine and playing D&D all the time. If you like this podcast, make sure you share and subscribe at http://celtfather.com/ Now I h...
2017-08-0126 min
PUB SONGS & STORIESSt Patrick's Day Pub Songs PlaylistNearly 3 hours of St. Patrick's Day pub songs in one giant playlist with music from House of Hamill, The Selkie Girls, Spencer Murray & Pipeslinger, Sons of Malarkey, Andrew McKee, Poitin, NUA, The Muckers, Vicki Swan & Jonny Dyer, Runa, Connemara Stone Company, Black Market Haggis, Boston Blackthorne, Marc Gunn & Samantha Gillogly, The Ne'er Duwels, Claire Roche, Seamus Kennedy, Marc Gunn & Jamie Haeuser, Plastic Paddy, Johnsons Motorcar, FIMM, We Banjo 3, Abby Green, The Dubliners' Tabby Cats. by Slipjig, Smithfield Fair, Ockham's Razor, The Tea Merchants, Celtic Pink Floyd, Barleyjuice, The Tossers, The Stubby Shillelaghs, Marc Gunn. Get 5 MP3s free at...
2017-03-172h 53
PUB SONGS & STORIESSt Patrick's Day & Wild Rover Pub SongsSt Patrick's Day is almost here. I thought I'd celebrate with nearly 2-hours of St. Patrick's Day pub songs, including a special feature on the famous Irish song "Wild Rover. Enjoy music from Marc Gunn, Jamie Haeuser, Barleyjuice, Poitin, Noel Nash, Danny O'Flaherty, Brobdingnagian Bards, Bedlam Bards, Dan the Bard, Bret Blackshear, Spirited Lads, Norah Rendell, Mason Brown, Black 47, Beltain, Kilted Kings, The McCabes. Download 5 Free MP3s at pubsong.net Pub Talk Watch me perform live for a St Patrick's Day Music Smackdown on Concert Window on Sunday, March 12, 2017 Subscribe to listen to St...
2017-03-071h 37
PUB SONGS & STORIESValentine's Day Love Pub SongsHappy Valentine's Day with Celtic love pub songs from Marc Gunn, 3 Pints Gone, Lady Moon, Shillelagh!, Abby Green, Emerald Rose, Black 47, Gaelic Storm, Kilted Kings. Download 6 MP3s free, including "When She Held Me In Her Arms" at pubsong.net Pub Talk Live internet show on Concert Window on Feb 16, 2017 at 8 PM Special thanks to new patrons: J Lynn Baker Join the Gunn Runners Club. Get a free autographed copy of Not Every Day Is St Patrick's Day Who's Playing the Pub Today 0:16 "Wh...
2017-02-1443 min
PUB SONGS & STORIESKilted Kings & Andrew McKee CD Release PartyThe official CD release of Kilted Kings' new album "Name On My Soul" is just over a week away. So I wanted to highlight more songs from the album and share lots of news, including the daily Facebook Live videos I am doing. It is also the CD release of Andrew McKee's debut album. You'll enjoy some fun music from Marc Gunn, Andrew McKee, Battlelegs, Chris Murphy, Tom Smith, Kilted Kings. Download 6 MP3s for free at pubsong.net/152 Pub Talk Facebook Live Daily until Feb 2nd Live internet show on Concert Window on Feb 2, 2017 at 7:30 P...
2017-01-2442 min
PUB SONGS & STORIESHallelujah Pub Songs!Hallelujah! The year is almost over. It's almost time to evaluate my successes and failures. But not in this show. This is Marc Gunn Radio with a highlight on a recording I made several years ago of "Hallelujah" by Leonard Cohen. I'm trying to decide if I want to re-record it or use this version for a future album. I'd love your feedback at pubsong.net. You can support my music. Buy a CD in my Celtic Music CD Store. Who's Playing the Pub Today 1:15 "Marionette Jig/Spinner's Reel" by...
2016-12-2737 min
PUB SONGS & STORIESScience Fiction Convention Music for 2017This show is dedicated to the music of science fiction conventions. I have quite a lot of it. If you love cons as much as I do, I think you'll enjoy this episode of Marc Gunn radio. Over the years, I have found science fiction conventions to be my ideal musical venue. All the Rennies who are working at Renaissance festivals attend my shows. All the geeks as well as the Celts who love geeky things are there. That's why I continue to book shows at cons. Get 5 Free MP3s when at pubsong.net. ...
2016-12-1435 min
PUB SONGS & STORIESSt Andrew's Day Kilt SongsI got a reminder today that is was St. Andrew's Day. St Andrew's is the patron saint of Scotland. So I thought this would be a great day to share some Scottish songs and to celebrate us kilt fans. Music from Brobdingnagian Bards, Marc Gunn, Ceann, Patrick's Head, and The Stubby Shillelaghs. You can find shownotes at pubsong.net and you can also download 5 free MP3s when you subscribe to my mailing list. Pub Talk * Kilted Kings are at Louisiana Renaissance Festival for the next two weekends. Matthew Trautwein will join me t...
2016-11-3031 min
PUB SONGS & STORIESElection Day Drinking GameWhich is scarier: Halloween or the U.S. Presidential Elections? I think the later. To make Election Day easier, I present to you an Election Day Drinking Game. This episode will get you warm and toasty drunk enough for more drinking on Election Day, thanks to Spoon University. Music from Marc Gunn, Syr, Andrew McKee, Merry Wives of Windsor. Please LIKE and SHARE this podcast with your friends. You might even learn something... Download 21 Celtic and Geek MP3s for free at pubsong.net Pub Talk * Kilted Kings at Louisiana Renaissance Festival
2016-11-0238 min
Travel Ireland & ScotlandMarc Gunn's Celtic Halloween EP Last week, I released a brand new album called Celtic Halloween EP. What's that you say? You missed the news? That's probably because it was exclusively released to my Official Gunn Runners and Patrons over on Patreon. In addition to exclusive podcast, news updates, live concerts and more, you will now also get some free music that is unavailable anywhere else. I tell you more about the EP and the four songs on this episode of The Celtfather. And I also forget to mention the cool eBook that goes deeper into the music a...
2016-10-2514 min
PUB SONGS & STORIESHalloween Pub SongsHalloween is just around the corner. I want to share with you some awesome music for your own Halloween celebrations. You can thank me later! Enjoy Halloween Pub Songs from Marc Gunn, Brobdingnagian Bards, Phillip Hole, Aurelio Voltaire, Samantha Gillogly, Flying Fish Sailors, Kilted Kings. Pub Talk * I have one final Patron's Picks concert that I will broadcast on Facebook live, Tuesday, October 25 at 11:00am. This is the last for October. Again, a big thanks to all my awesome patrons who made those three shows happen! * Do you support Celtic music? Yo...
2016-10-2437 minPUB SONGS & STORIESDragon Protection +5! #SaveTheDragonsThis month, the Pub Songs Podcast is dedicated to the dragons who deserve protection. You'll hear some music from my new CD, Pirates vs. Dragons, plus some dragons songs from Brobdingnagian Bards, Boogie Knights, Gallamor The Bard, TheLoneGunman, Tania Opland and Mike Freeman's collaboration with Anne McCaffrety, and Dan the Bard. Pub Talk Pirates vs. Dragons topped the charts, climbing as high as #9 on the Top Now charts where it stayed for most of August. The album is still on sale at savedragons.com. The Medieval Virgin Join me on Concert...
2016-08-2738 minPUB SONGS & STORIESStar Wars Day and Origins of The CeltfatherIt's Star Wars Day for the official reboot of the Marc Gunn's Pub Songs Podcast. I'm gonna share with you a bunch of Star Wars pub songs, update you on my album Pirates vs. Dragons, and share with you the origins of my nickname, "The Celtfather". Read the complete shownotes! Pub Talk * The "Pirates vs. Dragons: A Steampunk Adventure Journal" is now officially on sale on Amazon Kindle. This eBook tells the riveting tale of how I was shanghaied by the notorious air pirate, Captain Black Jack Murphy which l...
2016-05-0426 min
PUB SONGS & STORIESSt. Patrick's Day Pub SongsSt Patrick's Day is almost here and I've been migrating Pub Songs Podcast episodes to new server. It made me want to record another episode of the Pub Songs Podcast. I must say, I kinda miss recording this podcast. So here's another! Pub Talk * I have a Patreon page that is separate from the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast page. This one is dedicated to my music, art, and personal podcast projects like the Pub Songs Podcast and The Celtfather. You can become a patron to support my music for just $1 per month. I'm currently updating the levels...
2016-03-1456 min
Travel Ireland & ScotlandWhat Should I Name a Best of Marc Gunn Compilation?I’m working on a new compilation CD. You could call it a Best of Marc Gunn, but it’s not really. And I don’t think. Rather, the album features one track from each of the 20 solo albums I’ve released since I released Soul of a Harper in 2005. I tried to pick some of my most-popular recordings of songs. I confess. That got hard at times. So I then tried picking the songs that I actually enjoyed playing at shows. Now I need to figure out an title for the album. Below I list two album title...
2016-01-2600 minTravel Ireland & ScotlandYou Can Own 20+ Celtic Albums of Marc Gunn for Just $25!I've been playing Celtic music since 1999. I've given away millions of MP3s. I would love to give it all away, but I have a family to feed. I started a Patreon page to support my musical and creative endeavors. Now I also found a way to give away all my music. For a limited time, I'm giving it away to all of my Platinum Patrons. Since 2004, I have released over 20 albums. There's some great music in that list that much of it may never be heard. Until now. You see, I make music because I...
2015-11-1805 minTravel Ireland & ScotlandRandy Wothke & Marc Gunn are Kilted KingsLouisiana Renaissance Festival starts this weekend. You will find me once again at the Paradox Pub, but this year, I'm performing with a new duo with Randy Wothke (of The Rogues) called Kilted Kings. Kilted Kings feature Marc Gunn on autoharp and vocals and Randy Wothke on percussion. It's kilted Celtic music with driving rhythms and tunes, upbeat songs and heart-wrenching ballads. You can enjoy our music three times daily at the Paradox Pub drinking local micro-brews at 11:15 am, 2:00 pm and 4:15 pm. This is fun, rhythmic Celtic music that you don't want to...
2015-11-0204 minTravel Ireland & ScotlandAttn Gunn Runner: MacCracken's, Dragons vs Pirates, Periscope vs BlabNews from Marc Gunn including upcoming shows, next CD and possible dip into Periscope and Blab
2015-10-1600 min
Irish & Celtic Music PodcastHow America Saved Irish MusicEnjoy a special feature of the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast as we play the entire album of How America Saved Irish Music by Marc Gunn & Jamie Haeuser from start to finish, all absolutely free. www.celticmusicpodcast.com If you enjoy this show, then subscribe to our Celtic Music Magazine. This is our free newsletter and your guide to the latest Celtic music and podcast news. Remember to support the artists who support this podcast: buy their CDs, download their MP3s, see their shows, and drop them an email to let them know you heard them on...
2014-08-1346 minIrish & Celtic Music PodcastCeltic HalloweenIrish Celtic music from Bow Triplets, Loudwhisper, Nancy Daily-Green, Maggie Sansone, Marc Gunn, Anne Roos, The Secret Commonwealth, James Olin Oden, Merry Wives of Windsor, Gan Fidel, Hair of the Dog, Green Man, The BibleCode Sundays, FiddleSticks. www.celticmusicpodcast.com If you enjoy this show, then subscribe to our Celtic Music Magazine. This is our free newsletter and your guide to the latest Celtic music and podcast news. Remember to support the artists who support this podcast: buy their CDs, download their MP3s, see their shows, and drop them an email to let them know you...
2013-10-241h 04PUB SONGS & STORIES3 Tips for New Dads, Comedy Music PodcastI keep planning on doing a YouTube video on my three pieces of advice for new parents, but I'm still not totally comfortable with quickly and easily recording videos. There's something that always keeps me from it. It's my own lack of confidence. But with eight years of recording audio podcasts, I figured I'll just go ahead and do an audio podcast and I'll record the video later.
My Kickstarter campaign is a huge success. There are five days left in the campaign. I am $400 away from my second stretch goal. Thanks to everyone who pre-ordered this...
2013-05-1029 minIrish & Celtic Music PodcastTop 20 Celtic Bands of 2012 for St. Patrick's DaySt Patrick’s Day music from the top 20 Celtic Bands of 2012 featuring Irish Celtic music from Hawp, The Triskells, Lachlan, Colleen Raney & Colm MacCarthaigh, Brobdingnagian Bards, Peter Daldry, SlipJig, Vintage Wildflowers, Hayley Griffith, Tullamore, Stout Pounders, Samantha Gillogly & Tim Maurice, Sons of Malarkey, Susan Kidney and Donna Germano, Sisters of Murphy, First Highland Watch, Hair of the Dog, Shillaly Brothers, Ockham’s Razor, Derek Warfield & The Young Wolfe Tones. www.celticmusicpodcast.com Subscribe to our Celtic Music Magazine. Remember to support the artists who support this podcast: buy their CDs, download their MP3s, see their shows, and...
2013-03-081h 26PUB SONGS & STORIESBest Irish Drinking Songs for St. Patrick's Day...The polls open up tomorrow. Whichever candidate you support, go vote for them. The political system only works when we are active participants in it. This show features some great pub songs from my upcoming CD "Not Every Day Is St. Patrick's Day". Whether your candidate wins or loses, it's the perfect music to celebrate or drown your sorrow.
News:
Vote for the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast in the Podcast Awards
Cast Your Vote in the U.S. Elections
Why vote? The marketing dynamics of apathy by Seth Godin
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2012-11-0534 minPUB SONGS & STORIESHobbit Day, Halfway to St. Patrick's Day, and Talk Like a Pirate DayThis a busy month for cool events. Sept 17th is Halfway to St. Patrick's Day. Sept 19th is Talk Like a Pirate Day, and Sept 22nd is Hobbit Day. Which to celebrate? How about all of them?!
News:
Help Me TOP THE CHARTS! Sign up to send "Don't Go Drinking With Hobbits" to the Top of the Charts
Special Feature on Don't Go Drinking With Hobbits
Halfway to St. Patrick's Day
Live Sci Fi Drinking Songs Show Live from DragonCon Coming Soon!
Working on eBooks: Music marketing...
2012-09-1736 minPUB SONGS & STORIESHappy Birthday Pub SongsToday is the 7th anniversary of the Pub Songs Podcast. Where has the time gone?
In Today's Show:
How to Following your dream
Bards Crier Music Marketing Ezine and eBook Coming Soon
“Enjoy Freedom? Thank a Browncoat!” – Reprint of the Famous Unification War T-Shirt
Pre-order a Monahan's Mudder's Milk T-Shirt
Upcoming shows:
Wkd, Jul 26-28, PlayOnCon, Birmingham, ALWkd, Aug 16, GenCon, Indianapolis, INwith Friday Night LiveWkd, Aug 30-Sep 3, DragonCon, Atlanta, GA - CONFIRMED
Celtic Music CD: Celtic Cat Shirt on Clearance, Save 40%
Celtic Invasion of Sco...
2012-07-2530 minPUB SONGS & STORIESCeltic Music Is Freedom KickstarterA few days ago, I launched my own Kickstarter-type fundraiser on my homepage. My goal is to raise money for the release of my next album of traditional Celtic songs. If you're feeling helpful, I could use your support.
Help Fund My Next CD Celtic Music Is Freedom
Turned a bunch of my websites to Mobile ready
Irish Song Lyrics
7th Anniversary since I quit my day job
Gunn Runners Club
Limited-Edition DVD from the California Autoharp Gathering
T-Shirt designs: Monahan's and new Celtic Cat bonus to Gunn Runners Club
Upcoming shows:
Wkd, Jul 26-28...
2012-07-0729 minPUB SONGS & STORIESSt Patrick's Day Drinking Songs
New Marc Gunn YouTube Videos: The Leprechaun
Ren Fest Podcast Kickstarter Campaign Success?
CD News
Irish & Celtic Music Podcast
All-New Song Henge
Shows booked for the Spring: Scottish Irish Faire, Shamrockin' in Five Points, I-Con in Stony Brook, New York, Georgia Renaissance Festival
Celtic Music CD Store: For the month of March, you can buy any CD in the Celtic Music CD Store and save 20%. If you buy any 4 or more CDs, I’ll slip in a special gift CD by Bow Triplets, an amazing Celtic band from Switzerland. This is a fantastic album that you’re gonna love!
Musi...
2012-03-071h 01PUB SONGS & STORIESWild Irish Drinking Songs
Square for musicians
A couple new Marc Gunn YouTube Videos
Two new Irish & Celtic Music Podcast Shows up
Ren Fest Podcast Kickstarter Campaign
CDs and the Music Business
Shows booked for the Spring
Song Henge soon to be updated
No code necessary. Just order and save on Kilted For Her Pleasure or A Faire to Remember in the Celtic Music CD Store
What are your favorite St Patrick's Day Irish Drinking Songs?
Music:
"We'll Have a Pint of Stout" by Marc Gunnfrom Don't Go Drinking With Hobbits
"Isn't It Grand Boys" b...
2012-02-0844 minPUB SONGS & STORIESFunny Irish Drinking SongsThis week in the pub, Marc shares some funny Irish drinking songs, both traditional and the bizarre, but all hilarious!
Exciting news for the Pub Songs Podcast
Irish & Celtic Music Podcast - Best Celtic Music of 2011
Best Funny Irish Drinking Songs
Why drinking songs? see Irish Drinking Songs
Newly Updated Celtic Music CD Store
Marc Gunn YouTube Videos and Irish Song Lyrics
Shows booked for the Spring
New monthly schedule
This Week's Pub Songs
"Finnegan's Wake" by Marc Gunnfrom Irish Drinking Songs: The Cat Lover's Companion
"Isn't It Grand, B...
2012-01-1540 minPUB SONGS & STORIESHobbit Songs, Werewolves and the ScottishThe official poll is over. The name of the Marc Gunn Fan Club is Gunn Runners. I also share news about delays to my hobbit CD and awesome music from Marc Gunn, Redhill Rats, Danny Guinan & Red, The Rogues, Barleyjuice. Gunn Runners Don't Go Drinking With Hobbits CD Release date change and delay DragonCon New Celtic Music Podcast New Celtic Music Mag coming soon ALEP 2: There & Back Again Kenzie nearly walking Celtic CD Special Offers. Get an autographed CD of Soul of a Harper for just $5! Until September 7th Music: "We'll Have a Pint of S...
2011-10-3033 minPUB SONGS & STORIESGenCon Sci Fi Music, Fan Club Polls Now Open
Potential fan club names: Gunn Runners, Brownkilts, Gunnies
Science Fiction Convention Music
PlayOnCon in Review. Plus, reflections on GenCon and DragonCon. How the Firefly Drinking Songs show went.
Marc Gunn Box Set on Sale at the Celtic Music CD Store
Featured on blogs: Firefly Drinking Songs. YES! (review), DDO Cast (podcast feature), Danny Boy on Funny Cat Videos (video feature), "St Patrick Never Drank" feautred on 404 Funny (podcast feature)
Marc Gunn on Google +
Celtic Photo Contest. Email up to three pictures to music@celticmusicpodcast.com
Music:
"Let's Get Drunk Tonite" by Marc Gunnfrom Don't Go...
2011-08-0232 minPUB SONGS & STORIESBest Celtic Folk Bands of 2010Thus begins a series of episodes highlighting some of the best Celtic music online. Today's show is about Celtic Folk Bands which I describe as acoustic Celtic music groups based in the folk tradition. These are the groups that stand out most for me. I'd love to hear your thoughts and band suggestions. Coming soon: Best Celtic Rock, Best Celtic Traditional, Best Celtic Soloists, and then Celtic Music Artists You Should Keep an Ear Open for in 2011. Notes: Some popular shows from 2010: Science Fiction Convention Music, Celtic Comedy Music Show with Dr. Demento Interview, Marc’s Secret of...
2011-01-1034 minPUB SONGS & STORIESCeltic Pub Songs for OctoberThis is the final Pub Songs Podcast before my daughter is born. With any luck it'll be no later than her due date on October 23rd, but we're still waiting. Meantime, lots of thoughtful news.
Notes:
New iMix Promotion: October iMix. Please give your feedback and suggestions for next month.
Promote My Music on CelticRadio.net: Request Peggy Gordon and Kilted For Her Pleasure
What are your favorite CDs of Marc Gunn?
What are your favorite songs from Kilted For Her Pleasure?
Episode 2 of the St Patrick's...
2010-10-1839 minPUB SONGS & STORIESLearn the Secret of Mage RecordsLots of great music, plus a few thoughts on this podcast taking a wee break for my daughter's birth.
Notes:
Learn the secret of what MAGE of Mage Records stands for?
New iMix Promotion: October iMix. Please give your feedback and suggestions for next month.
Marc Gunn featured on Discmakers DVD on Promotion
Bards Crier Music Marketing Newsletter
Promote My Music on CelticRadio.net: Request Peggy Gordon and Kilted For Her Pleasure
Upcoming Shows:
Oct 9: Lafayette, LA - First Lutheran with the Folks of...
2010-10-0434 minPUB SONGS & STORIESThings I Learned on the Late, Great MP3.comIt's been a busy week as I dive back into the Social Media promotion. It raises many memories about my times on MP3.com when the Brobdingnagian Bards first hit it big. And don't forget to listen into the two contests that make their appearance in this week's show.
Notes:
New: Irish & Celtic Music Podcast iPhone App
New: Irish & Celtic Music Podcast Facebook Page
You Can Help: Help Michael William Harrison fight lung cancer
Promote My Music on CelticRadio.net: Request Peggy Gordon and Kilted For Her Pleasure
2010-09-2743 minPUB SONGS & STORIESDragonCon in Review and a Look at PerspectiveThis week, I'm gonna tell you just how awesome DragonCon was. You're gonna wish you were there. But that's not all.
I also got a cool email about little girl who heard "Molly Malone" from the cat's perspective. It leads me into a few questions about that very topic. Plus, I want your feedback on the iMixes, and lots more!
Notes:
Kilted For Her Pleasure is now on CelticRadio.net. Please go request a song.
Kilted For Her Pleasure stickers & t-shirts. Get yours today.
Order or Review "Kilted For...
2010-09-1032 minPUB SONGS & STORIESGenCon Excitement BlossomsWhile reading a book on the way back from GenCon, I had a few thoughts about how to build excitement and make you enjoy live music, entertainment, whatever, even better. Just wait until you see it in action!
Notes:
Update on GenCon. No interviews with Wil Wheaton or Felicia Day. Sigh.
Hanging out with Water Street Bridge, Damsels of Dorkington, Dan the Bard, Marooned and The Great Luke Ski.
Willie Nelson likes my music!
Hoping I'll still be a part of the Browncoats Redemption soundtrack
August Music...
2010-08-0932 minPUB SONGS & STORIESWill Firefly Drinking Songs See the Light of the Verse?A new movie is coming out in the Firefly verse which seems the perfect time to release a new album. I've had this idea on my brain for quite a while. A couple weeks ago, I finally figured out how I could make that happen. It involves DragonCon, the Bedlam Bards and YOU! Come to DragonCon and you can be a part of the new CD. Music from Marc Gunn, Bedlam Bards, Persephone Pickers, Brobdingnagian Bards, Michelle Dockery, Marian Call. Check out http://FireflyDrinkingSongs.com You can listen to the Firefly Drinking Songs playlist on Sp...
2010-08-0233 minPUB SONGS & STORIESLinchpin. Are You Doing Something Remarkable?I just drove in from Austin an hour ago, and I don't have time to put together a full show. So instead, I decided to keep it short and feature some of my thoughts from the road based on Seth Godin's new book, Linchpin. I didn't get to talk about all the news, so please read the shownotes below. Oh! And don't forget to post your comments below!
Notes:
This Month's Music Promotion iMixes
Last chance for the Celtic CD Summer Sale Blowout! Sale ends July 31st.
Linchpin by Seth Godin
2010-07-2615 minPUB SONGS & STORIESBig Marital News with Kilts and More!I was really hoping that I might be able to post a show from my recent Celtic Invasion of Scotland. But alas, it didn't happen. But I am back. And we had an amazing time. I'll see if I can post some music from that experience in the very near future.
In the meantime, I have a lot of great news. For one, I'm newly married. For two, my wife and I are having a baby in October! It's a podcast of joy with lots of great music and you can even help me out by registering...
2010-06-1429 minPUB SONGS & STORIESPreview of Kilted For Her Pleasure CDI released the t-shirts last year. I've talked about the CD since I started recording it in January. Now it's time to hear what it's all about.
This week, I'm gonna give you some new mixes of the new album. These are not the final cuts, but they are very close. Plus, I want to ask once again for you help in sponsoring the new CD. I still need a wee bit more money to press the CD and pay for t-shirts. However, it now looks Very likely that I will release the CD to sponsors in...
2010-04-2029 minIrish & Celtic Music PodcastIrish & Celtic MusicBrought to you by Song Henge, the online archive of free and legal Celtic music downloads. Find out more at SongHenge.com Today's show is brought to you by Celtic Invasion Vacations. Travel the world with your Irish & Celtic Music Podcast host, Marc Gunn. During the day, see the sites and and at night sing with me. The Celtic Invasion of Scotland is now official with dates and a wee itinerary for our trip in May 17-24, 2010. Find out more at http://www.celticinvasion.com/ SPECIAL FEATURE Order The Bridge for Christmas Elegant...
2010-01-081h 12Irish & Celtic Music PodcastIrish & Celtic MusicIrish & Celtic Music from Vicki Swan and Jonny Dyer, Cady Finlayson, Clandestine, Beyond the Pale, Mactalla Mor, Marc Gunn, Kennedy's Kitchen, Nancy Daily-Green, Keelhaul, Adam Alexander and Joe Travers, Heather Dale, Barleyjuice, Irish Experience, The Elders, Tullamore Brought to you by Song Henge, the online archive of free and legal Celtic music downloads. Find out more at SongHenge.comDo you download your podcasts by Hand?For shame. Let iTunes do it for you.Today's show is brought to you by Celtic Invasion Vacations.Travel the world with your Irish & Celtic Music Podcast host, Marc Gunn.During the...
2009-08-301h 04Irish & Celtic Music PodcastCeltic Music Feature on Texas Scottish FestivalScottish and Celtic music from Beyond the Pale, Hugh Morrison, Jed Marum, Tullamore, Clandestine, Marc Gunn, Ed Miller, Don Gabbert, Mason Brown, The Rogues, Jiggernaut, Brother, The Killdares, The Blarney Rebel Band. http://celticmusicpodcast.com/ Brought to you by Song Henge, the online archive of free and legal Celtic music downloads. Find out more at SongHenge.com Do you download your podcasts by Hand? For shame. Let iTunes do it for you. Today's show is brought to you by Celtic Invasion Vacations. Travel the world with your Irish & Celtic Music Podcast host, Marc...
2009-07-161h 13PUB SONGS & STORIESCeltic Vacations, Marc's First Solo TourI know I had a couple month hiatus, but I had to share with you my about my recent successes like my first Celtic Invasion Vacation, my first solo tour that starts this week, and there are a lot of interesting notes about my next CD, Happy Songs of Death. You'll get to hear a bit more about the origins of the CD and why it means so much to me. I hope it means as much to you.
Notes:
New CD: Live at the Cactus Cafe: Cat Songs and Celtic Music
Email me your comments...
2009-06-1530 minIrish & Celtic Music PodcastSt. Patrick's Day feature on Best of the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast CompilationIrish Celtic music from FIMM, Sligo Rags, Banshee in the Kitchen, Hugh Morrison and Mason Brown, Poitin, MacTalla Mor, Ceann, Anne Roos, Athas, Beth Patterson, Jesse Ferguson, Rattle the Boards, Jamie Laval and Ashley Broder, Maidens IV, Patrick’s Head, Pitch the Peat, Marc Gunn. www.celticmusicpodcast.com/65 Brought to you by Song Henge, the online archive of free and legal Celtic music downloads. Find out more at SongHenge.com Do you download your podcasts by Hand?For shame. Let iTunes do it for you. Underwriting for this program is provided by...Celtic In...
2009-03-171h 22Irish & Celtic Music PodcastIrish Drinking SongsBrought to you by Song Henge, the online archive of free and legal Celtic music downloads. Find out more at SongHenge.com Do you download your podcasts by Hand? For shame. Let iTunes do it for you. Notes: – Irish Drinking Songs: The Cat Lover's Companion – Irish Drinking Songs for Cat Lovers – Marc Gunn – Brobdingnagian Bards – Demand Marc Gunn – You can now buy MP3 albums at CD Baby – Marc Gunn's Irish Songs & More Podcast – Irish & Celtic Music Podcast on Myspace – Link to the Podcast – Comments, Song Requests, email...
2007-08-2947 minPUB SONGS & STORIESPub Songs Live Evening with Marc GunnIf you don't have any gigs, make your own. Post it freely for everyone to enjoy. That's the idea behind this special episode where I perform a live show on a podcast from the comfort of my own home. Set List: "The Braes of Killiecrankie" from Soul of a Harper "Black Velvet Band" from The Holy Grail of Irish Drinking Songs "The Ring of Hope" from Memories of Middle Earth "What Shall We Do With A Catnipped Kitty" "Jock Stuart (A Man Who Wears A Kilt Every Day)" "Men of a Harlech" "Star of the County...
2006-12-0351 minPUB SONGS & STORIESLive Evening with Marc GunnI decided to try something different today. I want to perform for you live from the comfort of my living room and share the show in podcast form. Let me know what you think.
Set List:
"Star of the County Down"
"Lish Young Buy-A-Broom"
"Lord of the Pounce"
"La Fiera del'Este"
"Loch Tay"
"The Pleasant Peasant Pheasant Plucking Song"
"Another Lonely Night"
"Eleanor Plunkett"
"I Saved The Planet Earth (Dr. Who)"
"The Mermaid"
"The Parting Glass"
Notes:
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2006-11-2549 min