Celtic rock
Celtic rock is a genre of folk rock. It is also a type of Celtic fusion which uses Celtic music, instrumentation and themes into rock music. It has been popular since the early 1970s. It was an important foundation for developing of very successful mainstream Celtic bands and popular musical performers. It was also important for creating other types of music genres. It is important keeping and defining regional and national identities and in fostering a pan-Celtic culture. It has also helped to introduce those cultures to other people.[1]
| Celtic rock | |
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| Cultural origins | 1960s, Celtic nations |
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Definition
The style of music is the combination of traditional Irish, Scottish Gaelic, Welsh and Breton musical forms with rock music.[2]
Celtic Rock Media
Tri Yann became famous throughout France for their medieval inspired Celtic rock, drawing on traditional Breton folk ballads.
Dewi Pws caused a sensation in Welsh traditional music by "going electric" with his band Edward H. Dafis
Yma o Hyd performed by Dafydd Iwan and Ar Log
Celtic Punk was pioneered by singer-songwriters such as Shane MacGowan of The Pogues
French musician Pat O'May (left) blends Heavy Metal with Celtic Music and often performs with Breton musician Alan Stivell (right).
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