Artist description Named after one of Ireland's legendary leaders,Finn MacCool delivers Celtic based original musicwith an edge. They combine the magic of ancient times with the excitement of driving rock, creativelyblending instruments and styles from both spheres.Finn MacCool will take you on a journey through ancient Ireland to modern America.

Music Style Celtic "Fusion" Rock

Musical Influences Funk-The 70's-Atr Rock

Similar Artists We have been compared to Jethro Tull, Led Zep. We've been called "The Irish Traffic"

Artist History Peter McGowan founded the band in 1996 to create an outlet for the songs he was writing with his wife, Kathleen. Finn MacCool perform live as asix piece band.

Group Members Peter McGowan, Marta Collier, Reid DeFeever,Patti Kelly,David Williams,Eric Gorfain

Instruments Bouzouki,Mandolin,Bass,Drums,Flutes,African/Egyptian Percussion,Bodhran,Violin,Accordion,Vocals

Albums "Sherdhana's Hand" , "The St. Patrick's Day Cond" , "Hidden Truths"

Press Reviews "With a band name like Finn MacCool, the listenercannot help but expect Celtic tales of wonder andwoe, ranging from the battles fought by William Wallace and Robert the Bruce, to personal dream-wanderings to Tir Na Og. If you’re into thissort of thing, then this CD is definitely another to add to your collection. The lyrics revolve around the mystical and spiritual facets of human existence, and the style of music combines 1970s progressive rock with traditional Celtic folk. So if you’re adamant that Robbie Williams and BritneySpears are tone-deaf in comparison to Jethro Tulland Fairport Convention, then you’ll relish this CD. Folkworld magazine " I was blown away by their live performance. Their music blended the instrumentation of Celtic folk music with rock music intensity"James Fowler, L.A. Times "This band should pursue placing their music as soundtracks" "Probably very entertaining live"Music Connection (L.A.)"Their jigs and reels draw you in, but the storieskeep you listening." --- Rob Lowman - Daily News"A Finn MacCool show will take you on a roller coasterr weaving in and out of styles that weremeant to be together. You hear ancient Celtic style melodies over driving drums and bass,screaming guitar solos over brazilian rhythms withcounter melodies played on pennywhistle and violindrawing you in". Celtic World Ireland

Additional Info All CD's are of a high standar dsonically

Location Los Angeles, CA - USA

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