Launched December 10, simply in time for Christmas, ‘A Celtic Christmas’ is the most recent album from Tim Edey. The observe is out there to stream and obtain right here. 

Tim, who was born in Broadstairs, Kent however is now primarily based in Donegal, Eire, has Irish roots and discovered his craft from his father, Richard, in addition to being impressed by the likes of Ed Boyd, Steve Cooney, and Django Reinhardt. The brand new album coincides with Tim’s UK tour, and the 11 tracks comprise recommendations from buddies and followers, all linked by the attractive instrumentation from a few of the world’s most interesting musicians.

Opening with the immediately recognisable ‘Ding Dong Merrily On Excessive/O’Carolans Concerto’, the album works its method via heartfelt tracks linked by a festive theme and Tim’s enthusiasm, and unbelievable expertise. Whereas ‘A Celtic Christmas’ was initially meant as a solo challenge, Tim’s work touring has seen him be part of forces with some legends of up to date Celtic music, lots of whom characteristic on the album. These embrace piper Ross Ainslie, Capercaillie’s Donald Shaw, harmonica maestro Brendan Energy, percussionist Mark Kelso and Irish/Australian guitar legend and Tim’s mentor, Steve Cooney on fretless bass. The subsequent era of Celtic performers even have their place within the document, together with with strings, violin and preparations by 17-year-old, Mary-Frances Leahy, daughter of Canadian skills, Natalie MacMaster and Donnell Leahy.

‘A Celtic Christmas’ was recorded at Mike Oldfield’s studio, and highlights embrace ‘The Snowman’, ‘The Wexford Carol’, and, poignantly within the gentle of Shane MacGowan’s current demise, ‘Fairy Story of New York’.

‘A Celtic Christmas’ is out now and could be streamed and downloaded right here. You’ll find out extra about Tim Edey and his music on-line on Instagram, Twitter, Fb, Spotify, and Apple Music.

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