Celtic Music ReviewsCeltic MP3s Music Magazine is a free weekly Celtic music & mp3 magazine featuring free music downloads of Celtic, Scottish, Irish music from around the world. Subscribe for a chance to win free Celtic CDs. Don't just download. Michael Flatley's Lord Of The Dance
by Brenda Stokes
Artist: Ronan Hardiman Album: Michael Flatley's Lord Of The Dance Year produced: 1997 From the moment the first bell sounds, "Michael Flatley's Lord of the Dance" sparks curiosity in the mind of the listener, and intrigue at the distinctively Irish, yet mysterious tunes. Each track is undoubtedly traditional, but the modernized electronic sounds implemented by genius composer, Ronan Hardiman make this soundtrack something truly special. From the ethereal "Celtic Dreams" to the ceili-fun of "Siamsa" the music maintains. Not a single song is "filler" in this collection. A few standout songs include "Warriors," an ominous, earth-pounding hornpipe, "Gypsy," a sultry reel that takes on an Eastern sound and jazz feel, and "Cry of the Celts," the spectacular opener. I think what makes "Michael Flatley's Lord of the Dance" really noteworthy, is its unique take on dance music. It makes me wish the musicians played reels and jigs like these when I was competing at feisanna. I really enjoyed the songs sung by Anne Buckley, whose soothing renditions of "Suil a Ruin" and "Our Wedding Day" (known by most as "She Moved Through the Fair") bring peaceful interludes to the soundtrack, of otherwise mainly upbeat tunes. Other artists featured include the fiddle duo, Maire Breatnach and Mairead Nesbitt. Their best track was unfortunately left off of the soundtrack, but they are still featured on "Lament" and "Fiery Nights" which are both stylistically brilliant, and show off their talents well. Of course, you can't leave out the bonus tracks that feature Michael Flatley and the Lord of the Dance troupe. These renditions of "Cry of the Celts" and "Lord of the Dance" will launch you right back into the show, tapping your feet and itching to get up and dance. A wonderful CD for those who love Irish music and appreciate cultural brilliance. I know I've taken "Michael Flatley's Lord Of The Dance" on just about ever trip I've been on, and it should have a home in your CD tower. Celtic MP3s Music Magazine writer, Brenda Stokes is a freelance writer, former Irish Step-dancer and college student located in Southern California. She dreams in jigs and reels and is pursuing a degree in English with an emphasis in Irish studies. Her work has appeared in Woman This Month and N2arts and she can be reached at brenda@ph-x.com
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