Blarney Pilgrims Irish Music Podcast

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The Blarney Pilgrims Podcast is a weekly journey to the heart of Irish music. We interview players of Irish music about how they first came to the music and the place it occupies in their lives now. We use the word ‘heart’ intentionally, because heart is what this music, and the people who play it, are all about. It’s a funny, warm and often unexpected journey – and the tunes are crackin' too. NOTE:Hey there - it's Darren and Dom here. So...we want to let you know that last week was the last episode (Ep 94) of the Blarney Pilgrims Podcast for now. We've come to a point where we've both decided to take a long pause and focus on a few other things. Knowing how much the podcast means to you all, it's a decision we've been really reluctant to take. What we DO know is how massively grateful we are for every text, every thumbs up, every raised eyebrow of support we've had over the past two years. You are all legends, and we're forever in your debt. Thanks especially to everyone who's become a Patron Saint and supported us through the toughest of economic times, and thanks most especially to the musicians. To those who have been so generous to share their tunes and stories with us, and to those who've welcomed us into pub sessions and festival gatherings and house sessions and campsite sessions. Wherever in the world we've chatted with players of the music, we've been made to feel like lifelong pals. It's a testament to the open heartedness of the communities who keep the music going wherever they are, and we can't thank you all enough. We hope this archive will remain of use to people even as we're taking a pause. So - please do stay in touch, don't be a stranger, and if you see us out and about, do say hello. And we'll see you when we see you. Dom and Darren.

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  • squeezymat
    A great resource!
    Working on Irish Music as an outsider for just under a year - going to sessions makes it apparent what everyone says - that this is a social music first and foremost. The conversations here make that extremely apparent, showing how much in the way of personal and international history can travel through the 16 bars of a tune. Beautiful work.
  • JWL317
    Great resource!
    Just listened to the segment with Maca. Great insights, behind the scene stories and of course great music! I am pleasured to find this podcast!!
  • V. Campbell
    Fantastic trad music deep dive!
    I just listened to the wonderful and most entertaining interview with the incredible Nuala Kennedy. I heard her first at Anna Banana’s in Honolulu, of all places. I’ll be going through all the episodes now. Thank you so much for this amazing place to escape into the world of trad music!!!
  • Hannahderw
    Fabulous
    I adore this podcast! I’ve listen to almost the whole back log of episodes and now I have to wait for the new ones!
  • JW from TX
    Wonderful!
    Great stuff! I love their wit and personalities.
  • Elvish spoken here
    A trip for the ears
    Wow this podcast is so good, really takes a deep dive into the musicians, their stories, their instruments, history, music! I also love both Darren and Dominic's voices, so lovely, warm, and soothing. You can just let go and get lost in the episodes...take the trip!
  • Linda Hamm
    Hannah Harris
    Enjoyed the podcast! Thanks ....
  • Orchestra Teacher/ Mom
    Delightful!
    Great podcast! Love it!
  • Clodhopper Pete
    Absolutely Great
    Really makes me wish I lived in a place with an Irish music scene. I just discovered this podcast last week and have been bingeing my way through it since.
  • Old Okie Folker
    Great Stories and Perspectives
    I just discovered this podcast today and already feel like I have made new friends. The interview style is so conversational you just get drawn in.
  • nms16543272
    Enjoyable and delightful
    Love the mood and atmosphere of this show. Feels like I’m with there with the hosts and their guests.
  • coosa77
    Fantastic! Enlightening and entertaining
    These guys ask great questions of Irish trad musicians. If you love the music, you'll enjoy these interviews. Thanks Darren and Dominic!
  • Mick from America
    Great Podcast!
    I’m just getting into traditional Celtic tunes and this a great podcast that lets the music and interview do the talking. Especially loved the daoiri farrell podcast as a new bouzouki player. Hard to hear or learn anything here in America but this helps bridge the gap and inform a newbie like myself. Brilliant Craiac! Keep it up!
  • AdSinger
    A Gem!
    A wonderful exploration of Irish music hosted by two charismatic Irish lads! Highly recommended!
  • talullah yoko ferante
    Loving this podcast!
    I’m loving listening to this podcast, learning about Irish music, and accompanying the two charming hosts as they engage their talented guests. So good!
  • heather rule day
    Love!
    Fantastic interviews, fantastic music, universal and timely themes. Thank you for doing this
  • gregelk
    Brilliant
    Rosa Black is a standout!
  • Dominic Black
    Lovely stuff
    Might seem like a bit of a brass neck, giving ourselves a five star review, but really - more than us, I’m giving the players in tis podcast the review. Because it's beautiful to hear these amazing musicians reflect on their music and what it means to them. Nuff said.
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