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Pain 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 …
Everything changes. But what do you do when your career, your life, your joy, comes to an end because everything must change. We’re talking about the life of a scallop diver in Lamlash Bay.
You can learn all about it …
Do you ever get nervous or anxious? Sometimes the toughest thing to do, to overcome your fear, is to just take those first steps forward. Come Adventure With Me is the title track to my brand new album inspired by the …
"If they take the ship, they'll rape us to death, eat our flesh, and sew our skins into their clothing – and if we're very, very lucky, they'll do it in that order." Zoe’s description of reavers on the TV show Firefly …
Is it all a game that we all fall into? Saffron certainly thinks so in “Our Mrs Reynolds from the TV show Firefly. Hear the story behind my song …
Let’s get Naked! Or at least I’ll share a story of one of my songs inspired by an episode of Firefly. Plus, The Haar are featured on this week’s show.
This is Pub Songs & Stories #278
0:13 - Marc Gunn “Bright Side …
They don’t kill you in the normal sense of the word. Rather they feed off the life that might’ve been. My song, Blink is a parable about missing out on the best things in life.
This is Pub Songs & Stories #277
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Imagine a holiday market for nerds and geeks. I talk with one of the creators of Nerdy Noel and share my own Nerdy Wonderland story. Plus, I have a …
Who was the red-headed queen of Ireland? Why did she assault the harpers of old? Author Rie Sheridan Rose tells the story behind her song “Soul of A …
Did I go drinking with hobbits this year? You bet I did. Hear all my stories escapades from Dragon Con 2023. Learn what new musical pin is in my store and how I’m keeping them organized through upcycling.
This is Pub …
Dragon Con weekend is back. There’s Firefly, hobbits, Brobdingnagian Bards, musical pins and madness. Music from Marc Gunn, Wakefire, Brobdingnagian Bards, Mikey Mason.
This is Pub Songs & Stories #273.
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This pub is not a real Irish pub, but it’s the most-authentic Irish pub that is not in Ireland. Enjoy music from Kinnfolk and Fire in the Glen. Learn …
Greetings Gunn Runners,
The Fall 2023 season of Pub Songs & Stories will be back on Mon Aug 14 at 6 PM Eastern. So mark your calendar and of course subscribe if you haven't done so already. You can do that at …
The first Friday of May is no pants day. Learn about the origins of this hilarious holiday, and if it was actually invented by a Scotsman in Glasgow …
My goal is to get someone to share what I make. Highlight a new theme each week.
Your mom is calling! Or is it? It might be a scammer. But I can help you protect yourself. Can we make the music business more …
What happens when a traditional Irish song is rewritten about zombies? And I have CDs!!!! If you didn’t say, “You have Cds…”, you’ll find out why it’s important. It’s kind of funny.
This is Sci Fi Pub Songs & …
St Patrick’s Day isn’t just about drinking. But I will tell you the story of how I learned to write drinking songs so you can write your own… just sing along a little more easily. I share 17 amazing Celtic Bands you …
The departure of the Irish from Ireland in the 1800s had some tragic consequences. Jamie Haeuser’s songs “Men of New Basin Canal” and “Bridget’s Prayer” dig into that. So we’re gonna dig into the songs and the album How …
Happy Valentine’s Day! I have a love song story to share with you from my newest CD, Selcouth. Find how my next album, Come Adventure With Me, is progressing. I added another February gig to my calendar. I share things …
The itinerary for my Celtic Invasion of Westport, Ireland is now online. Find out what my Firefly song, “Blue Sun”, has to do with Monopoly and …
Was Robert Burns a Vulcan? Learn more about one of the most-famous songs by the great Scottish poet, Robert Burns. Get ready for the pub that’s not …
There are demons beneath your bed that are gonna eat you up this year. I am unofficially performing at GaFilk this weekend in Atlanta. And I count down the Best Celtic Bands of 2022.
This is Atlanta Pub Songs & …
Little Lego Loki, Wizard Rock and more stories from The Blibbering Humdingers and Hawthorn and Holly.
This is Pub Songs & Stories show #261.
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Why do cats knock stuff off tables? I think I figured out the answer. I share it with my story and song about the Mingulay Cat Song.
It’s Pub Songs …
A 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 …
Where are we going on the next Celtic Invasion Vacation? Listen and also enjoy some music related to the invasion. Plus, you’ll learn what you can expect to experience when you join an invasion.
It’s Pub Songs & …
West Side Story meets the TV show Firefly. We’re digging into fake gallantry, a duel with swords, and fighting back against those who feel the need …
Do you have song lyrics that you wrote that could be set to music? Send them to me. Kelly and Mitchell did. Their song “Lads in the Shire” is on my …
Are you like Bilbo Baggins? Do you love a good adventure? Will shaking up your life help you to find happiness?
Subscribe to Pub Songs & Stories #254 to find out.
WHO'S PLAYING IN THE PUB TODAYWelcome to Pub Songs …
Happy St Patrick’s Day with an extra long episode. Jon Pilatzke shares some stories about the late Paddy Maloney of The Chieftains. The Muckers wrote …
Liesel Wilson rediscovers her heritage with Welsh tunes and a story. This might just be the Golden Age of Celtic Music. If you could name your own …
Get inspired by the famous Isle of Mist with a story by Duncan McLauchlan. You will learn the secret of why cats knock things over. Discover which two Celtic artists were added to the all new Best of 2022 Irish & …
It’s all on …
What’s Yuletide? What’s the difference between Yuletide and Christmas? What is Celtic Christmas music? Plus, hobbits show up in my latest Christmas …
Loreena McKennitt shares the story about how Alfred Lord Tennyson’s poem “The Lady of Shalott” became a song on her 1991 album The Visit. Classic poetry and books are often used as inspiration for modern songs. Marc …
How a musician saved the lives of hundreds of people on a sinking cruise ship. A story of bravery, leadership, and extreme cowardice.
Is Wild Mountain Thyme an Scottish song or an Irish song?
And guess which recorder …
Vicki Swan & Jonny Dyer play music for Contra Dances. Find out why there aren’t more songs sung at such dances.
What is the D song? Marc Gunn …
Jim McKenna shares a lament for Irish famine victims and his relatives. Bugs Bunny gets chased by Witch Hazel in a song by Marc Gunn.
It’s Pub Songs & Stories #242.
WHO'S PLAYING IN THE PUB TODAYWelcome to Pub …
Murphy’s Law happens to the best of us including most musicians, but the Homespun Ceilidh Band turned a bunch of funny stories inspired by the Law into a fun song.
Marc Gunn shares a story about another Murphy, Captain …
Be careful when visiting the Fairy Forts of Ireland. You could become a permanent resident, imprisoned by the fae. Some folk find it difficult to …
Leo of Brazil psychedelic Irish band Harmundi shares how an improvisational set of tunes turned into their brand new single. Marc Gunn infuses a traditional Irish song with a little taste of New Orleans.
WHO'S PLAYING …I share my concerns and happy surprise with a successful Dragon Con. Plus, you’ll get a live, end-of-con concert courtesy of the Digital Media Track. …
Empty 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 …
Before you fill up a jug with whiskey, make sure you clean it out first. That’s the lesson from Band O’Brothers. Or is it? And curiosity just might kill you when you are out in the Black of space.
WHO'S PLAYING IN THE …Who was the original Braveheart and how Tuatha Dea is reclaiming that title from William Wallace? Plus, we sing a tribute to Robert the Bruce with one of Robert Burns’ most-famous songs.
WHO'S PLAYING IN THE PUB TODAY…
Matt & Shannon Heaton share how a beautiful tune blossomed from a pile of dirt. Elizabeth Sutherland was inspired by the selkie of Scotland. I …
How an old Irish warning about drinking too late made its way into a fun Irish song. Tartanic teaches you how bagpipe tunes are named. And if your …
Was the harp banned by Queen Elizabeth? Hear the origins of the song Soul of a Harper by Rie Sheridan Rose. Songwriting as a parent offers its own …
Star of the County Down and how a great melody found its way into an obscure hymn. Troosers vs trousers and a double meaning in a great mashup of songs.
Welcome to Pub Songs & Stories. This is a Virtual Public House …
Many Irish Americans were refugees. Hear how an Irish band is giving back to help refugees displaced from their native lands. How a little eavesdropping on a conversation led to a fun pub song and a round of beer for …
From sea shanties to Renaissance festivals. A Scottish song gets a New Orleans makeover. Jesse Ferguson imagines the sailors that were part of the fur trade in Canada. Heather Dale shares about a shipwright who built a …
What is Tartan Day. Why I love the kilt. Song failure in a filk circle. The fake history of No Pants Day. And Kyf Brewer shares a Tartan Day …
You get a St Patrick’s Day Concert for 2021 today on Pub Songs & Stories podcast.
Welcome to Pub Songs & Stories, the Virtual Public House …
We are sharing St Patrick’s Day stories like St Patrick probably never drank green beer. No really. A deeper look at my Selcouth song “Breathing”. A love story from na Skylark. St Paddy’s Day Kisses and ear bites from …
We’re counting down the top 10 Celtic bands you want to listen to for St Patrick’s Day 2021. Plus music from We Banjo 3, Lissa Schneckenburger, Screaming Orphans.
Welcome to the Pub Songs Podcast, the Virtual Public …
Let me sing for you a countdown of the Top 5 Irish drinking songs today on Pub Songs Podcast.
Welcome to the Pub Songs Podcast, the Virtual Public …
We’re celebrating the National Poet of Scotland, the great Robert Burns for Burns’ Day. Why this Scottish-American wears a kilt. The secret behind how No Pants Day was formed. Doctor Who vs Outlander with special guest, …
St Patrick’s Day comes early. Kilkelly, Ireland as a single. Johnny Jump Up as a folk song and as a Celtic rock song by Tuatha de Danann. Find out …
Celtic Christmas music. The return of the Celtic Christmas Podcast and playlists. Holiday interview with graphic artist Miranda Nelson. And the …
The comical history of Rosin the Bow. My failure as a podcaster. What on Middle-earth is a “smial”? A Doctor Whovian Spotlight on Matt Hughes.
Welcome to the Pub Songs Podcast, the Virtual Public House for Celtic Geek …
The bothies of Scotland, the true nature of Celtic Heartstrings, genetic counseling and an interview with Mikey Mason about our new single, “Hero of Christmas.” It’s all on the Pub Songs Podcast #219.
Welcome to the Pub …
Rob the rich and give to the poor. It’s the story of Robin Hood and also of the Wild Colonial Boy. But what’s the history? Then enjoy a Celtic Geek …
When times are tough, what do you do? Do you take care of your own self interests? Or do you do what’s right for those around you? It’s natural to be selfish. But I for one strive to be a better person. Today, we’re …
A dark murder ballad for Halloween. Coming together to change the world. Why more people don’t play the autoharp.
Welcome to the Pub Songs Podcast, …
Hobbit Day is here. So we’re gonna pour a pint and drink to the hobbits that we love in our lives.
Welcome to the Pub Songs Podcast, the Virtual …
I close out Dragon Con every year with the Pub Songs Podcast Live as part of the Digital Media Track. I keep that tradition alive with this virtual show.
Welcome to the Pub Songs Podcast, the Virtual Public House for …
Dragon Con is online this year. St Patrick’s Day disappears. And listen to a Hobbit Hornpipe.
Welcome to the Pub Songs Podcast, the Virtual Public …
New hobbit single coming on August 24, review of Gen Con Online, and season 6 of Coffee with The Celtfather comes to a close.
Welcome to the Pub …
Gen Con 2020 is online this year, like most sci fi conventions, and gaming conventions, and even Celtic festivals. I have five shows scheduled. I’ll …
The music of fantasy and Steampunk author, Rie Sheridan Rose is featured today on the Pub Songs Podcast.
Welcome to the Pub Songs Podcast, the …
Next summer in Scotland, the first non-internet show since the pandemic began, and some Scottish songs.
Welcome to the Pub Songs Podcast, the Virtual …
Famous Irish Songs and an interview with Gerry O’Beirne in Dingle, Ireland on Show #208 of the Pub Songs Podcast.
Welcome to the Pub Songs Podcast, …
It’s a Cool Celtic Summer playlist today on the Pub Songs Podcast. Plus, hear an interview from Mazz O’Flaherty who owns the smallest record shop in …
May the 4th be with you for Star Wars Drinking Day on the Pub Songs Podcast.
Welcome to the Pub Songs Podcast, the Virtual Public House for Celtic …
Plant a tree with Celtic music and conversation for Arbor Day. Subscribe to the podcast and download free music when you sign up at PubSong.net.
Welcome to the Pub Songs Podcast, the Virtual Public House for Celtic Geek …
Cat music and songs today. We might even talk about kilts...
Welcome to the Pub Songs Podcast, the Virtual Public House for Celtic Geek culture. I am …
Happy St Patrick’s Day! There's a leprechaun in this week's show. We'll practice social distancing through podcasts. Plus, the St Patrick’s Day Internet Music Festival is sort of back with lots of live streaming video …
We’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 …
Leprechauns, 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 …
It’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 …
The story behind Loch Lomond, and what’s your favorite Scottish song?
Welcome to the Pub Songs Podcast, the Virtual Public House for Celtic Geek …
The Kickstarter for Selcouth is launched. Can true heroes be selfish? What is your creative pleasure? All of this and more on the Pub Songs Podcast.
Welcome to the Pub Songs Podcast, the Virtual Public House for Celtic …
Selcouth 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 …
Frozen 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 …
I think Christmas snow is just a dream. I remember maybe one White Christmas in my life time. But I still love the idea and the song. We’re gonna make musical angels in the show with Santa Claus on the Pub Songs Podcast.
It’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 & …
I 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 …
Is 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 …
The 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, …
The Browncoats sing together with part 3 of my three-part series highlighting musicians with songs inspired by Firefly.
Mikey Mason, The Blibbering Humdingers, Brobdingnagian Bards, Persephone Pickers, Beth Kinderman, …
The 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 …
The 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
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Tomorrow, we are Halfway to St Patrick’s Day. September 17 marks the six month occasion which gets us to the biggest modern Celtic holiday of the …
Dragon Con 2019 was an incredible year for the Brobdingnagian Bards. We learned a lot. I have a lot of wonderful stories to share from the largest …
What 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 …
How 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 …
We’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 …
I 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 …
We're gonna tidy up your social media friend's list. I'll teach you a little bit about Celtic Punk. I'll leave you laughing and bawling through a mother's confession. Plus, I'll share some travel insights.
You'll also …
Ten years ago, Sherwood Forest Faire opened their borders to allow a medieval festival to happen.
In this episode, you will learn how the festival came to be. You'll meet some of the musicians who have performed there …
Fact. St Patrick's Day is the best holiday ever.
Fact. Everyone is Irish on St Patrick's Day.
Fact. You're gonna LOVE this week's episode of ACTUAL …
Inspiration is a funny friend. It finds you and guides you. It takes you to strange and wonderful places. It introduces you to heroes.
I started …
If it wasn't for America, the traditional music of Ireland might no longer exist. America saved Irish music. That's the premise behind my 2014 album I recorded with Jamie Haeuser, How America Saved Irish Music.
I …
In this show, you'll hear the latest Coffee with The Celtfather show. We have comments from listeners like you. I'll share a tip on how you can promote your favorite band with streaming music. And I'll rant on …
Pubs are often dark places. I'm sure dark things have been discussed. Maybe I'm naive, but I don't feel they are any darker than what we find on social media.
I don't like social media. It brings out the worst in …
Sometimes the things that matter most to us don’t matter as much to those we serve.
The Bridge is still one of my favorite albums. It features one of the best songs I feel like I ever recorded—“Peggy Gordon”.
And yet …
If 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 …
I'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 …
Enjoy Famous Scottish songs for St. Andrew's Day or Burns Day, or any day of the week. You'll hear my entire album Scottish Songs of Drinking & Rebellion, plus a BONUS song that was just released.
If you enjoy this …
Halloween is just around the corner. I'm celebrating with my 5th annual Celtic Halloween Music Special on YouTube and by sharing my album Happy Songs of Death, in its entirety.
You can watch my live streaming concert …
If 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 …
We'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 …
I 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 …
You 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 …
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 …
We all have our favorite traditional Irish songs. I was curious what the most-popular ones were this year. I found a nice list on the web. I compiled …
Christmas 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 …
Join my Celtic Invasion of Brittany as I share a live concert from our cottage in Carnac, France. Learn about my next Coffee With The Celtfather and …
We'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 …
September 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 …
What 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 …
I've released 22 albums since I started recording solo in 2004. I have so many albums that I wasn't sure what to put on my Celtic Geek compilation …
Women are under-represented in music in general. Even more so when it comes to pub songs. I'll be honest. I can't think of one women from Ireland focusing on pub songs. In fact, the first place I think of women singing …
This is a show of Rebel Songs. From traditional Irish rebel songs to rebel songs inspired by Firefly, you'll hear a fun mix of songs to get your blood boilin' with music from Marc Gunn, Derek Warfield & The Young …
Nearly 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 …
St 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, …
Happy 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 …
The 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 …
Kilted Kings will officially release our debut album on Thursday, February 2, 2017. We're planning a big CD Release to launch the album up the charts. You can help. In the meantime, I have a bunch of fun Celtic pub …
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 …
This 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 …
I 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 …
Which 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 …
Halloween 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 …
This podcast was founded not just on pub songs but Irish pub songs. I haven't played any in a while. So while searching for popular Irish pub songs, …
Which phrase is more appealing to you? At Dragon Con, Mikey Mason and I were talking about this branding topic. He calls his music Geek Comedy Rock. I call mine Celtic Geek. We obviously prefer the term Geek music over …
This 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, …
There are just two days left until the big CD release of Pirates vs. Dragons on July 27. You'll be able to buy the album at 40% off its regular …
It'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 …
St 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 …
I hosted a live edition of the Pub Songs Podcast at Dragon Con a few weeks back. I lost track of how many years I have closed the con with this live podcast. It’s been a blast. In this episode, I play another Sci Fi …
Welcome to the very last episode of my Pub Songs Podcast. There are just three days left until St. Patrick's Day. We're gonna finish the St. Patrick's Day Internet Music Festival with a bang up time of fun St. Patrick's …
The St. Patrick's Day Internet Music Festival continues with more St. Patrick's Day music. The video is running smoother than ever now that I've been doing these Google Hangouts so much. So don't miss them the St. …
It's day 2 of the St. Patrick's Day Internet Music Festival in its debut year. Marc Gunn is happy to share more Celtic songs courtesy of his Pub Songs Podcast, the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast and the Celtic Music …
Gather round for an exciting live performance with The Celtfather on day one of the Internet St. Patrick's Day Festival. Details about how you can join the festival will be coming soon to www.stpatricksdayparty.net. In …
St Patrick's Day is just 10 days away. I just announced that I will be doing daily episodes of the Pub Songs Podcast from March 10-15, Monday through Friday, at 9am. The shows will be broadcast live through Google …
Imagine you've been out all night partying for St. Patrick's Day. It's the wee hours of the morning. The fun may be over, but it doesn't have to be. You can enjoy a few more fun Irish drinking songs for St. Patrick's …
My voice is a little rough today, so I kick off the show with the one song in this episode. It's "Whiskey, You're the Devil".
Then I share some extremely important news for all the fans of Marc Gunn's Pub Songs Podcast.
I'm getting ready for St. Patrick's Day with a bunch of Funny Irish Pub Songs that will keep you entertained before, after, and during St. Patrick's Day. You can also watch it live on YouTube.
All of these songs were …
As a cultural geographer and a musician seeking to build a fan base, I am fascinated by the idea of building communities. Last week, I played a show …
The American impact on Irish music and my new CD is the theme of the first episode of the Pub Songs Podcast in 2014. I'm holding a fundraiser to help …
For the final Pub Songs Podcast of the year, I wanted to bring you some more Christmas music. This is not as much Celtic Christmas music as just some good Christmas standards. Well, except for the new Hobbit Christmas …
I love Celtic Christmas music about as much as I love classic Christmas music. The holidays are upon us. I'm in the Christmas spirit. I also need to …
Welcome to another edition of the Pub Songs Podcast. This week, I am PACKED full of news. I've had a busy month, thus the delay in posting a show. …
I'm very pleased to bring you an extra interesting show today. I have some big news for the week, but to some degree it feels like repetition of news I've already shared. Yes, it is a progress report, and I made a lot …
It was another busy week. I'm still at work on two CDs: Scottish Songs of Drinking & Rebellion and A Celtic Christmas. Both are nearing completion. I have one more song to finish mixing for the Scottish CD and I'm …
In an effort to keep the Pub Songs Podcast on its weekly schedule, I decided to release a show today. This one has no corresponding video, sadly. I'm …
Once again, DragonCon ended with a bang and a live Pub Songs Podcast by yours truly. The con was wild and crazy fun, as has always been typical with …
We are just two days away from the big Invasion of DragonCon 2013. This year, I will be performing with the Brobdingnagian Bards for a weekend of Celtic Renaissance insanity. You never what's gonna happen.
In …
Today's show is dedicated to The Clancy Brothers and Tommy Makem. If you love Celtic music and you're not familiar with the group, you're missing out. They are one of the reasons Gunns & Drums is recording an album …
This is my first attempt at recording a live Pub Songs Podcast on Google Hangouts. I'm gonna try and put a new show out every week or two with …
I love to travel. That is reason I started my Celtic Invasion Vacations. I wanted to find a way to see the world. There is no better way to do it than with good food, good drink and great company. That's what my …
I 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 …
It looks like I have a new CD coming out this fall. It's called Scottish Songs of Drinking & Rebellion. Five days ago, I launched a Kickstarter campaign to fund the album. I met my goal today. To celebrate, I want …
Enjoy St Patrick's Day Pub Songs! I spent the last couple weeks recording a ton of great St. Patrick's Day music for my Irish & Celtic Music Podcast and of course this podcast as well. This is the final show for the …
Ready for another show of Irish pub songs and other great Celtic music? With St. Patrick's Day just a couple weeks away, it is time to release my …
A month and half after the first show of the year, I am back with some more Irish Celtic Songs plus LOTS of news from The Celtfather. I had a busy a month, which included a flight to Texas for some shows at the …
It's time for a brand new year of the Pub Songs Podcast. Every year, I do something new with the show. This is the Year of the Celtic musician. If you love Celtic music, I hope you will join me. Pick up an instrument …
Wouldn't that make a great album title? I've had it on my to do list for so long with no progress at using it. So I decided to just make a podcast …
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. …
Last time, I asked you to sign a petition for the Congressional Reform Act of 2012. The "Act" is full of falacies though. That made me realize why I …
It's time to get political. But this isn't about a specific political party. This is all about a Congress that not doing its job and needs to be held …
This 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 …
The festival season has picked up once again. That means I have a LOT of news to share about the success of my recent CD fundraiser, upcoming shows and the success of my performance at GenCon. Plus, I'm gearing up for …
Today is the 7th anniversary of the Pub Songs Podcast. Where has the time gone?
In Today's Show:A 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 …
Another trip to Ireland with exciting adventures as part of my Celtic Invasion of Galway.
Today's show highlights my new compilation CD featuring the incredible music of Poitin and FIMM.
I am back from Ireland. My voice is working properly again. We had an exciting trip and learned a lot about how to travel with a toddler in Ireland. Plus, I finally made a big decision. Stay tuned because I'm gonna need …
This week in the pub, Marc shares some funny Irish drinking songs, both traditional and the bizarre, but all hilarious!
I've had numerous podcast fans ask me to play one song from multiple artists to see how different musicians interpret songs.
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The 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 …
It's been a while, but I'm back with another show. This one is for the Gunn Runners. There's some great music, but I have a lot to say to update …
We are heading out of town for the 4th. I thought it'd be nice to share a few songs of Celtic freedom as I talk a little bit about recognizing the remarkable.
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"The Purple Cow" by Seth …
Kenzie joins me on the podcast. Today's song from Don't Go Drinking With Hobbits is one of my favorite. Samantha Gillogly tears it up on fiddle. Matthew Hughes adds some rocks out on acoustic guitar. My friend Jimmy …
Another busy week began with commissioning videos through Fiverr to promote Don't Go Drinking With Hobbits. I'm getting a lot of excited emails about this album, including a number of interviews. Today's show features …
There's a new live album I put together specifically for those who sponsor my upcoming album Don't Go Drinking With Hobbits. While it does not feature any hobbit songs, it does feature 22 tracks of fun geeky Sci fi …
I'm making great progress on my new album of hobbit drinking songs. Called Don't Go Drinking With Hobbits, I am collaborating with other Celtic and …
After a long two month break, I'm back to share some drinking songs, some of my latest news and more.
Notes:Irish Drinking Songs for Cat Lovers Facebook Page
"Firefly Drinking Songs" with Bedlam Bards. Official release …
This is a special-edition of the Irish and Celtic Music Podcast, in honor of the Celtic Invasion of New Orleans and featuring Cajun and Zydeco music from New Orleans and around the world. All of this music was from the …
I am finally done with Best Celtic Music of 2010 series. This final episode, just in time for St. Patrick's Day features the Best Celtic Singers …
Every media person has their pick of artists to keep an eye on. So I decided to make mine. This show features some of the hottest newish Celtic music artists who I think will do great things one day for a variety of …
I'm back from a couple weeks of recording, a Celtic Invasion of New Orleans and then heart surgery for my daughter. Now I bring you the best Celtic rock from 2010.
Notes:Song Henge Celtic Music Downloads. Join the …
This week, I bring you the Best Traditional Celtic Music of 2010. These are some of the tracks and bands I've enjoyed through the year. The music is …
Thus 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 …
After last week's show, I had to ask myself "What is Celtic Christmas music anyway?" It's a fairly generic, marketing term, just like "Celtic music". But for me it conjures up certain images and sounds that *I* want to …
I'm back from a month-long break and happy to announce a new baby in my family. Show #76 celebrates Kenzie's birth plus the magic and music of a Celtic Christmas.
Notes:Promote My Music on CelticRadio.net: Request …
This 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 …
I thought this was published last week, but when I published #75, apparently I deleted it. Sooooo here goes again.
Notes:New iMix Promotion: October iMix. Please give your feedback and suggestions for next month.
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Lots 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 …
It'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 …
I recorded a live Pub Songs Podcast panel at DragonCon. But this was not your typical live show. This time, I got together with the Bedlam Bards and we sang songs for Firefly. Our goal is to release a live Firefly …
This 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 …
I had a wee eye-opening this week as I realized I downplayed some of my success with Kilted For H er Pleasure in the last show. I aim bigger than most Celtic bands online. So I expect more. But in all fairness, the …
Music marketing is one of my specialties. But usually I don't talk about it much except in jest with my podcasts. Today, I go into a little more depth talking about promoting music or businesses using keywords. While …
If I've said it once I've said it a thousand times, I love releasing new CDs. It's the excitement of knowing I brought something new and fun into the world that thousands of people will enjoy over and over again. I do …
While 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!
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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. …
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 …
I had an awesome show on Saturday in Florida and it got my internal geek all excited that GenCon and DragonCon are fast approaching. There's a lot more to do than I really have the ability to accomplish too. I have …
I had a busy week of promotion with a couple big projects like the Celtic Women special on the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast and the Drinking Game on the Renaissance Festival Podcast. Add to that the Kilted For Her …
I just got back from a killer show at InConJunction. So this week's show starts off talking about the exciting time I had in Indianapolis. There I …
This past week, I heard that Dr. Demento was leaving terrestrial radio and be internet-only very soon. So I emailed him and asked if he would like to …
I have a lot of news to share this week as I send my new CD off to the printers and open up my CD collection for sale. You will also hear a wee bit …
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 …
It was a busy day of podcasting, making show notes, writing newsletters, managing music. At the end of it is the Pub Songs Podcast where I get to …
Now that I'm moved into my new apartment, I feel a little more relaxed for recording another show. And sure, maybe "rating songs" is not the best topic for a podcast, but I think it's interesting. That's why I talk …
I 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 …
Today, I talk about the 2010 Celtic Invasion of Ireland. I'll breakdown some of the itinerary so you can excited about this summer's brilliant, mind-blowing trip to Ireland.
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In today's show, I talk about a new phrase I'm associating with my name now--"The Godfather of Celtic Music Online". Someone used that phrase to describe me a while back and I loved it so much I've adopted.
We also have …
I had so much fun doing my St. Patrick's Day iPod Shuffle, that I think it might be regular feature. I'll still have more stuff going on in each …
I was driving back from Sherwood Forest Faire listening to my iPod when I had this cool idea. An iPod Shuffle of the Pub Songs Podcast. I hit play …
The last couple o'weekends, I performed at the Sherwood Forest Faire just outside of Austin, Texas. Sunday morning, I pulled the entertainment …
Yeah. That's a slight embellishment. But this is the first Pub Songs Podcast of the new year. I didn't realize I was gonna keep it running. But it's …
Earlier this year, a dear friend passed away. His name was Michael Younger. He was the former cast director of the Louisiana Renaissance Festival and member of The Bilge Pumps with a huge heart. This show is a tribute …
Podcasting. It's what I do. And since I couldn't produce an Irish & Celtic Music Podcast for the week. I thought I'd put out a wee Pub Songs …
Ye never know where one of these shows goes. It starts me sharing about my recent tours and those upcoming. It concludes with an important message …
I 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 …
I just got back from my first solo tour. It was highly successful with a great response. With Heart's Ease completed, now comes the prep work for my …
We had a great time in Destin, Florida for my house concert. So much so, I thought I'd share the coolness.
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I just got back from my first solo tour. It was highly successful with a great response. With Heart's Ease completed, now comes the prep work for my …
Ask a question, and I will try to answer it like I did when Donna asked how I got into Irish music and cats.
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Welcome to the Fourth Season of the Pub Songs Podcast, now with new regularity... I hope. Get pub songs every other Monday at PubSong.com.
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The show is a wee bit behind. Took me a week to post it. But I hope you enjoy it nonetheless. I'm still hoping to have a couple more shows before the …
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Michelle Hedden recorded on Irish Drinking Songs for Cat Lovers with me and used to play with Brobdingnagian Bards. I thought it'd be nice to jam a …
What is it I love about Valentine's Day? It's all about love. I'll tell you more in this week's show.
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I'm working on the next album of Irish Songs for Cat Lovers. Here's a small taste of the album.
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Time to start planning for my world-conquering goals of 2008.
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Let's take a moment to unwind with some interesting recent happenings at the Louisiana Renaissance Festival.
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Who would've thought I'd ever get booked at a Goth Club. But Elysium in Austin, Texas wanted me there for an evening of Space Madness!
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I traveled through Italy and wrote some tunes, busked in the Veneto, shopped in Venice and then joined an Irish session outside of Rome.
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Brobdingnagian Bards finally toured Ireland. We had an amazing experience. Hopefully, this episode will give you a chance to better experience our …
We arrived at the Cliffs of Moher. I shared the audio experience and other fascinating moments on the Brobdingnagian Bards Tour of Ireland
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I arrived in Dublin and missed the tour bus for the Brobdingnagian Bards Tour of Ireland. So I had a few minutes to share my own early arrival …
I have some solo shows in Oregon. That brought me to a house concert in Eugene. Here's the entire show.
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Today, I share some thoughts about the movie Pump Up the Volume, Leonard Cohen and my involvement with the Austin Celtic Association.
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If 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 …
I 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 …
I had the pleasure of interviewing a pirate named Captain Black Jack Murphy as we started working on a CD together with Murphy on vocals and me on …
Back with lots of new gigs with Brobdingnagian Bards. Plus I ponder how to start my own Renaissance Festival.
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I find I have a variety of different musical styles and songwriting interests that I share in this week's show. Plus, I brainstorm writing a song on …
I recorded a new song ala Jimmy Durante, who was an interesting chap.
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This week, I will share music from the Podsafe Music Network and some friends.
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It's too early in the morning and I am podcasting after finishing an episode of the Renaissance Festival podcast dedicated to pirates.
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I was in a car accident before our expected tour. I guess I'll podcast instead.
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Bedlam Bards have a new album and Brobdingnagian Bards were added to a Firefly documentary soundtrack. It's all in this week's show. Why I love …
Talking about the Brobdingnagian Bards' upcoming one month tour.
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I got a post from myspace that I felt I needed to share.
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I wrote my first ever murder ballad inspired by an album Andrew and I came up with called Happy Songs of Death.
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Which came first the chicken or the egg. I first learned about "Johnny I Hardly Knew Ye" from a popular American version written during the Civil …
If you enjoy American folk music you might be familiar with this tune. The American version is called "The Girl I Left Behind", but this is the Irish …
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