CATALOGUE Contact Avondale Music to purchase any of our products. Chris Andrews - By The Hush Chris Andrews, one of the lead vocalists of Shanneyganock and The Government Rams, has recorded a solo CD which truly shows off his outstanding voice. By The Hush features two songs written and sung by Chris: “Like To Be” and “Why”. As well, he delivers exceptional performances on the ballads and traditional tunes that are his personal favourites. As a bonus, Chris has included his version of the Gerry Rafferty favourite “Her Father Didn’t Like Me Anyway” which was recorded by Shanneyganock especially for the first Homebrew CD. Other selections featured on the CD are: Dimming Of The Day • Harbour LeCou • Matt Hyland • Moon Upon The Left • Fare Thee Well Enniskillen • The Land God Gave To Cain • By The Hush. More information about Chris Andrews Chris Andrews & Mark Hiscock - Newfoundland Chris Andrews & Mark Hiscock began as a duo performing to the accolades of many on board the tour schooner the Scademia. Their popularity as entertainers prompted them to record an album to sell to the many tourists who asked for a recording by them. This gig moved from the boat to the clubs as they became favourites among the downtown set. Andrews & Hiscock had started what we know today as the best live band in Newfoundland... Shanneyganock. This CD shows us their beginnings. As a bonus, on the re-issue of this CD we have included two previously unreleased songs: “Yarmouth Town” and “The Wellies”. Selections on the CD include: Newfoundland • A Feed Of Duff • The Diamond • Shores Of America • The Old Polina • After Hours At Erin’s • Mikey’s Song • Looking Back • I’se Da Bye • Seven Deadly Sins • The Irish Miner • Beid Ril Againn. More information about Chris Andrews & Mark Hiscock D'Arcy Broderick - by request D’Arcy Broderick, who is considered as one of the best fiddle players in Newfoundland and Labrador is also one of the finest ballad singers in the province today. by request is D’Arcy’s first solo recording but definitely not his first recording, as he has been in many bands over the years ranging from The Irish Descendants, and currently The Fables and Middle Tickle. D’Arcy’s renditions of the classic songs “Streets of New York”, “Cliffs of Baccalieu”, “Shores of Americay” and “Nancy Spain” as well as “Daisy a Day” prove that he is indeed a superb balladeer. “by request” also features incredible fiddle playing from D’Arcy. As well D’Arcy co produced and played most of the instruments on the CD. Selections on the CD include: Saint Brendan's Voyage • The Galtee Mountain Boy • New Mown Hay • Streets Of New York • Phil The Fluthers Ball • Cliffs Of Baccalieu • Jigs: Dr. Keiley-O/Whe're you goin' me silly old man/ Kerry Slide • Black Gold • Shores of Amerikay • Nancy Spain • Daisy A Day • Reels: The leaky roof/Fiddles on the wall. More information about D'Arcy Broderick The Celtic Connection - Calvert's Dream The Celtic Connection hail from the Southern Shore of the Avalon Peninsula, where the Irish heritage and the Irish brogue is as pure - or some say even purer - than what still exists in Ireland today. The Celtic Connection is one of the finest bands to come out of the Newfoundland Celtic genre and are a cornerstone of contemporary Irish/Newfoundland music. With their self-titled release Celtic Connection having achieved sales exceeding the 20,000 mark, Celtic Connection fans will eagerly embrace the band's debut classic, Calvert’s Dream. Shores of Newfoundland / Traveler’s Reel • Brennan on the Moor / The Bullet Jig • Now I’m Easy • McRory • Last Shanty • Calvert’s Dream • Molly Bawn • Risin’ of the Moon • Leavin’ London • Ordinary Man • Roddy McCorley • Song For Ireland. More information about The Celtic Connection The Celtic Connection - Forever Forever, the second release for The Celtic Connection, expanded the repertoire of the band and moved them away from the predominantly Irish selections on their first release Calvert’s Dream. The band developed their stage show and, with the more upbeat songs, gained a very loyal fan base which continues to grow with every show. Right All Right • Seasons of a Sailor • Alone By Your Side • Fogarty’s Cove • Heart of Gold • Brand New Song • Our Station • Newfoundland Forever • Brigid Flynn • Last Thing on My Mind • The Eviction. More information about The Celtic Connection The Celtic Connection - Celtic Connection The Celtic Connection is the crock of gold at the end of the rainbow above Atlantic Canada. Together, they take Irish rebel tunes, jigs, reels, heart-wrenching ballads, and some of the best music from Newfoundland on the road across Canada. The Celtic Connection has become a cornerstone of contemporary Irish/Newfoundland music, and this CD has achieved sales exceeding the 20,000 mark. This CD includes the very much sought-after dance version of “Peter Street”. Sixteen For Awhile • Tim Finnegan’s Wake • Tyree Love Song • South Australia • Stay • The Piccadilly Sand Farewell • Jack Was Every Inch A Sailor • The Circle • Badger Drive • Not Too Good With Names • Greenland Whale Fishery • How Come • Time Stands Still • Raise The Roof • Peter Street. More information about The Celtic Connection The Celtic Connection - Best Of... 10 Years Together The Celtic Connection celebrate 10 years together with a Best Of... collection that is sure to please their current fans and create new ones. It’s hard to believe that ten years has passed since the band first performed at a folk festival on the Southern Shore. There have been many miles logged as the band has played from coast to coast across Canada and also traveled worldwide (as far as Tokyo), performing Irish rebel tunes, jigs, reels, heart-wrenching ballads and some of the best music from Newfoundland. The Celtic Connection has become a cornerstone of contemporary Irish/Newfoundland music. Best Of... 10 Years Together is made up of the most requested songs that the fans expect when they go to a live show to see the band perform. This CD features 18 songs, 16 of which were taken from the band's recordings (Calvert’s Dream, Forever, Celtic Connection and Higher). This package includes two newly recorded songs that have been very popular at live shows: “Brown Eyed Girl” and “Haul Her Along”. Sixteen For Awhile • Brennan On The Moor • South Australia • The Circle • Stay • Flowers • Haul Her Along • Brand New Song • The Last Shanty • Greenland Whale Fishery • My Angel • Our Station • Right All Right • Brown Eyed Girl • Raise The Roof • McRory • Tim Finnegan's Wake • Peter Street (Dance Mix). More information about The Celtic Connection The Clancey's - Songs To Sing The Clancey's Songs to Sing features some of the most requested and well known Irish favourites of all time. This album is a classic among fans of the classic Irish sing-along. The Fields of Athenry • Danny Boy • The Galway Shawl • Dirty Old Town • The Streets of London • Nancy Whisky • The Orange and the Green • Maggie • I'll Tell Me Ma • Irish Medley. Also available on cassette. More information about The Clancey's Crush - Here As solo artists, Cory Tetford and Paul Lamb knew each other from the rich musical pool of Newfoundland musicians. After enjoying several musical encounters together, the two decided to join forces in the Spring of 2000. Their vibrant creative energy and musical comradery meshed to form Crush. Cory’s gospel-influenced upbringing has shaped his powerful, pure, soulful voice that spans a wide range of vocal ability. A technically savvy guitarist, Cory is also extremely adept at piano, bass and drums. After ten years as a lead vocalist/guitarist in various rock bands, Paul has honed his inimitable, emotional singing voice, accomplished guitar playing and his innate ability to know exactly what the audience wants. Crush released its highly successful debut recording, Here (Sonic/Warner) in March 2002, which featured the multi-format radio hits "Live" & "Here". Both videos charted on MuchMoreMusic’s Top 10. Other selections on the CD are: Walk With You • Really Don't Want To • Leaving • Excuse • Lonely • Roommate • Fine • Everybody Knows • Where's The Man • Get it On. More information about Crush Crush - Face In The Crowd Nominated for New Group of the Year at the 2003 Juno Awards, Sonic/Warner recording group Crush is composed of singers/songwriters/guitarists Cory Tetford and Paul Lamb. Crush has spent most of the last year crisscrossing Canada, on their own and sharing the stage with acts like Sheryl Crow, The Tragically Hip, Nickelback, Our Lady Peace, Nelly Furtado, Live, Great Big Sea, Amanda Marshall, Tom Cochrane, The Jayhawks, and Blue Rodeo. Now, with the release of Face In The Crowd (Sonic/Warner), Crush is poised to continue the momentum. Produced by Gavin Brown and recorded at Phase One Studios in Toronto, ON and The Sonic Temple in Halifax, NS, this 11-song, all original recording offers straightforward lyrics, catchy, finely crafted melodies, lush harmonies and natural, skillful musical sounds. Similar to Here, this recording covers a wide variety of life experiences, both real and fictional: love gained, love lost, making choices, and self-realization. The brand new album featuring the first single "King For A Day". Other selections on the CD are: Bad Enough • Justified (One More Reason) • Strung Out In Saskatoon • Change My Mind • Sing For Me • Everybody's Girl • Fly • Reason To Love • She Looks Right Through Me • I Was Wondering. More information about Crush The 8 Track Favourites - One Track Mind The 8 Track Favourites, who have been together for the last two years, have had a major buzz around them. Wherever they play, they are playing to packed houses. The 8 Track Favourites is a 'supergroup' made up of some of the finest musicians in Newfoundland today. The bandincludes Larry Foley and Patrick Moran (The Punters), Chris LeDrew (Brothers In Stereo), Sandy Morris, Barry Hillier and George Morgan. The 8 Track Favourites cover the old time country hits in their own style and dress on stage in hats and country attire reminiscent of the style of the older country performers. Walking away from a performance of the 8 Track Favourites you will feel thoroughly satisfied. Surprisingly, the audience is somewhat younger than you would think with many in the audience not having been born when these songs were hits, but nevertheless, younger fans have embraced and sing along to all the hits. One Track Mind is a live recording which captures the band at their best and helps you relive the experience of their shows. HE..HAW!! Luckenbach Texas • Ruby Don’t Take Your Love To Town • Turn It On, Turn It Up, Turn Me Loose • From A Jack To A King • Streets Of Baltimore • Good Ol’ Boys • Stop The World And Let Me Off • Six Days On The Road • Ashes Of Love • There Stands The Glass • Act Naturally • It Never Rains In Southern California • Folsom Prison Blues. More information about The 8 Track Favourites The Ennis Sisters - Red Is The Rose Newfoundland’s own Maureen, Karen and Theresa have taken the East Coast by storm. Red Is The Rose, their first album, was recorded when these St. John’s girls ranged in age from 16 to 19. They have been performing together for the past ten years, and they deliver beautiful vocal harmonies, with poise and a remarkable stage presence. Lead singer and songwriter, Maureen (the eldest) demonstrates her talent in their breathtaking original material. Red Is The Rose was the first step on a long and prosperous musical road for these young women. Three rising young stars! No Change In Me • The Traveler • Somewhere In America • If Anything Happened To You • Out From St. Leonard’s • Right Here With Me • Red Is The Rose • Seasons • An Irish Lullaby • The Leaving Of Liverpool • Breath Of Angels • You’ll Live Forever. More information about The Ennis Sisters The Ennis Sisters - Christmas On Ennis Road As the follow-up to their hugely successful recording Red Is The Rose, Christmas On Ennis Road is a heartwarming blend of old Christmas favourites and brand new songs, written specifically for this recording. The songs are arranged and sung by the girls featuring their trademark harmonies. “Ennis Road” and “Joyous New Year” are original songs written and arranged by Maureen Ennis. Ron Hynes wrote a very touching song for the sisters, entitled “I’ll Be There Christmas Eve”. Ennis Road • Joyous New Year • I’ll Be There Christmas Eve • Christmas Day • Silent Night • Angel Gabriel • It Came Upon A Midnight Clear • The Friendly Beasts. More information about The Ennis Sisters The Ennis Sisters - 3 3 years after the incredible Red Is The Rose... 3 sisters from St. John’s Newfoundland... 3rd recording from this exceptional trio. With the success of their past recordings the sisters were poised to step onto the national stage, which they did with their recording 3. This CD, featuring fifteen selections, was the perfect recipe of original material, traditional songs, moving ballads and foot stomping sing-a-longs. True to their form, The Ennis Sisters created a recording with something for everyone. Maureen Ennis, the principal songwriter for the group, displays her amazing talents on this recordings. She is a beautiful songwriter and arranger who has matured far beyond her years. Lord Of The Dance • Work To Be Done • Rainy Days • Haul Her Along • Forever Love • Never Puts His Fiddle Down • Lullaby • Lies • Accordion Intro / Rocking Chair Jig • Islanders / Connaughtman’s Rambles • When Tomorrow Comes • Live Not Where I Love • Sorry • If I Should Leave You • Can’t Stop The Dance. More information about The Ennis Sisters The Ennis Sisters - The Ennis Sisters In the fall of 2001 the Ennis Sisters began recording their first major label, self-titled album. They emerged with a shimmering display of eleven original songs, all penned by Maureen, that highlights not only the group's soaring vocals but the immense depth of Maureen's songwriting skills. The release of Ennis Sisters (titled It's Not About You in the US) brought the sibling trio a list of prestigious recognition including the 2002 Juno Award (Canada's Grammy) for "Best New Country Group" and the ECMA for "Group of the Year". Maureen also won the SOCAN "Top Grossing Canadian Country Song of the Year" award for "I'd Never Walk Away", the second single off "Ennis Sisters", which reached #2 on CMT Canada. The first single, "It's Not About You" also reached #2 on CMT and hit the top 5 on Canadian Country Radio then crossed over to the top 10 on Canada's Adult Contemporary Radio. While the music alone is enough to make one fall in love with the Ennis Sisters, seeing them live on stage is an experience like none other. Karen, Teresa and Maureen have perfected a sincere display of music and energetic dance that brings audiences to their feet, while pulling it all together with the close knit harmonies that only siblings can create. Turn Up The Radio • Knocks Me Off My Feet • Somebody Somewhere • It's Not About You • I'd Never Walk Away • All Over Again • Kiss Him • If Only • Without You • Leavin' On My Mind • October Wind More information about The Ennis Sisters The Ennis Sisters - Can't Be The Same Recorded in Halifax in February 2003. This release contains re-recordings of some of the selections found on 1997's RED IS THE ROSE. The latter was released independently in 1997, and the title track was the song that put the Ennis Sisters on the map. It went on to sell more than 40,000 units. Can't Be The Same features fan favourites from live shows, including the energetic and entertaining, "Paddy McGinty's Goat". The all-new packaging for this release features photos and artwork that reflect the general subject matter of the songs…family, tradition and the challenges of making a life in as harsh yet beautiful a place as Newfoundland. The title track, "Can't Be The Same" is an original composition, co-written by Maureen Ennis and Mark Murphy - the team also double as the recording's co-producers. "Let Me Call You Sweetheart" was the sisters' parents' wedding song and is dedicated to them. The group's father, John Ennis, is featured on button accordion on the collection of tunes: "The Rocking Chair Jigs". Hard Times • Lord Of The Dance • If Anything Happened To You • Summer In Your Eyes • Leaving Nancy • Paddy McGinty's Goat • Rocking Chair Jig/Maid Behind The Bar (Instrumental) • Red Is The Rose • Can't Be The Same • Let Me Call You Sweetheart • Hard Times (acapella) More information about The Ennis Sisters The Ennis Sisters - Be Here For A While In 2002, The Ennis Sisters were the toast of the Canadian music industry. Their 2001 self-titled album snagged the 2002 East Coast Music Award for Group Of The Year and Best New Country Group Juno. Four years later The Ennis Sisters have re-emerged with Be Here For A While, an album that beautifully documents the girls' transformation into womanhood. Song Selection: Be Here For A While • Bitter Sweet • More Than Words Can Say • Worlds Apart • Give Me Love • Holding On • Waiting For Angels • Make Believe • Stubborn Streak • Crazy Love • Touch Me • Crossroads • Worlds Apart(Featuring Raul Malo) More information about The Ennis Sisters The Government Rams - Good Work If You Can Get It The Government Rams is Newfoundland’s answer to a supergroup. The band features two  members of Shanneyganock (Chris Andrews and Mark Hiscock), Billy Sutton from The Fables and Patrick Moran from The Punters. Together they present a fresh new feel to traditional songs of Newfoundland and also from around the world. "I Had A Hat" has become a favourite in Newfoundland and is much requested in live shows and on radio. "Towards The Sunset", written by Pat Byrne, has long been a favourite in Newfoundland but has not previously been available on CD. The Government Rams have become one of the best party groups in Newfoundland in the short time they have been together and fans are anxiously awaiting their new CD expected  later this year. Solonica • The Banks Of Sicily • The Winning Dream • Once I Loved • Fishermen’s Favourite / The Boys Of Blue Hill • Thank God We’re Surrounded By Water • Belfast Town • Towards The Sunset • Johnny Bucker • I Had A Hat • Uncle Knobby’s Steamboat • The Parting Glass. More information about The Government Rams Great Big Sea - Great Big Sea Great Big Sea are fresh off winning 5 ECMA Awards in Feb 2003. The members of the band have become known as Newfoundland’s ambassadors at home and abroad. What sets Great Big Sea apart from other bands is the unique approach to the material they perform. Their songs have a combination of signature vocals and raucous sound that has made them famous. Their aggressive folk sound is applied to original and traditional songs, which reflect the love of their home, the people and their heritage. Great Big Sea is their first album, an independent release at the time; a mix of traditional Irish/Newfoundland songs, and originals. Includes "Excursion Around The Bay", a tune heard at almost every Great Big Sea concert, and "Fisherman's Lament", a song about the fate of Newfoundland's fishermen. Great Big Sea / Gone By The Board • Someday Soon • Excursion Around The Bay • What Are You At? • Fisherman's Lament • I'se The B'y • Drunken Sailor • Irish Paddy / Festival Reel / Roger's Reel • Time Brings • Jigs: Eavesdropper's / Both Meat & Drink / Off We Go • Berry Picking Time. More information about Great Big Sea Great Big Sea - Up Great Big Sea's second CD, Up - their first major label release - launched them onto the would music scene. The album was certified platinum in Canada, selling over 100,000 copies. Run Runaway • Goin' Up • Fast As I Can • Mari-Mac • Dancing With Mrs. White • Something To It • Buying Time • Lukey • The Old Black Rum • The Chemical Worker's Song (Process Man) • Wave Over Wave • Billy Peddle • Nothing Out Of Nothing • The Jolly Butcher • Rant & Roar. More information about Great Big Sea Great Big Sea - Play Great Big Sea's third album, Play, saw their songs being played on radio stations worldwide. Features the raucous "The Night Pat Murphy Died", the singles "Ordinary Day" and "When I'm Up (I Can't Get Down), and a lively cover of R.E.M.'s "End Of The World". Also includes a hidden song, "The Newfie Rap". Ordinary Day • When I'm Up (I Can't Get Down) • The Night Pat Murphy Died • How Did We Get From Saying I Love You... • Donkey Riding • Haven't Seen You In A Long Time • End Of The World • General Taylor • Seagulls • Recruiting Sargeant • Greenspond • My Apology • Jakey's Gin • Something I Should Know • Jolly Roving Tar. More information about Great Big Sea Great Big Sea - Rant & Roar Rant and Roar is a compilation of recordings from both “up” & “play”. Ordinary Day • When I’m Up • Mari-Mac • End of The World • Fast as I can • The Night Pat Murphy Died • Goin Up • General Taylor• Dancing With Mrs.White •, Something To It • Lukey • The Old Black Rum • Rant and Roar More information about Great Big Sea Great Big Sea - Turn Turn includes 13 songs, seven of which were written by the band members. Features Canadian singer/songwriter Sarah Harmer on "Captain Wedderburn". Consequence Free • Feel It Turn • Jack Hinks • Demasduit Dream • Boston and St. John's • Margarita • Trois Navires De Blé • Ferryland Sealer • Can't Stop Falling • Old Brown's Daughter • I'm A Rover • Captain Wedderburn • Bad As I Am. More information about Great Big Sea Great Big Sea - Road Rage (Live) Road Rage is Great Big Sea's first live album, and it truly captures the energy of their shows. It was recorded on their fall/winter 1999 tour, which took them into each of Canada's 10 provinces. "Everything Shines" and "Hangin' Johnny" are two previously unrecorded additions to this compilation of Great Big Sea favourites. Donkey Riding • When I'm Up • Everything Shines • Goin' Up • Boston and St. John's • The Night Pat Murphy Died • Consequence Free • Captain Wedderburn • The Old Black Rum • General Taylor • Lukey • Feel It Turn • I'm A Rover • Fast As I Can • Jack Hinks • Mari-Mac • Ordinary Day • Excursion Around The Bay • Hangin' Johnny. More information about Great Big Sea Great Big Sea - Sea Of No Cares Great Big Sea's album, Sea Of No Cares, delivers the band's signature mix of traditional and original songs. Features St. John's native Liz Picard on "Barque In The Harbour". Sea Of No Cares • Penelope • Clearest Indication • Scolding Wife • Stumbling In • A Boat Like Gideon Brown • Widow In The Window • French Perfume • Yarmouth Town • Barque In The Harbour • Own True Way • Fortune. More information about Great Big Sea Great Big Sea - Something Beautiful Great Big Sea is one of Canada's best-selling artists with well over one million records sold in Canada! They represent the quintessential Canadian band, combining proud Atlantic-Canadian anthems with their own Canuck brand of mainstream pop. They have imprinted themselves into our national culture with Gold, Platinum and multi-Platinum releases since their inception. Something Beautiful is the band's sixth studio release (featuring the up-tempo and raucous first single/video "When I Am King") and the first since the Platinum certified Sea Of No Cares (2002) and the double-Platinum Great Big DVD (2003). Sea Of No Cares debuted at #1 on the Canadian Soundscan chart and garnered 7 East Coast Music Awards nominations and 5 Awards (Album Of The Year, Group Of The Year, Entertainer Of The Year, Video Of The Year, Pop Artist Of The Year). Shines Right Through Me • When I Am King • Beat The Drum • Something Beautiful • Helmethead • Summer • Sally Ann • Somedays • Let It Go • John Barbour • Lucky Me • Love • Chafe's Celidh. More information about Great Big Sea Great Big DVD Since Their inception in the early 90’s, Newfoundland’s own Great Big Sea have gone on to become one of Canada’s most beloved artists and top live draws. Each of the band’s CD releases to date have achieved Gold sales status or better, with combined sales of well over 1 million units in this country alone. GBS’ most recent release, Sea Of No Cares, featuring the smash title track and video, is about to be certified Platinum. Their best selling recording to date is 1997’s Play, which sold a whopping 500,000 units. At their fans’ request, the band delivers this highly sought after DVD release. The Great Big DVD is loaded with over 2 ½ hours of content including 20 live performances (recorded in Ottawa, summer 2002) in 5.1 Surround Sound - many of which have never been seen or heard before. 13 GBS Music Videos • Karaoke versions of the band’s biggest hits • The 28 minute documentary feature, “Great Big Sea On Tour” • Home movies • Band timeline and bio Live Performances: Donkey Riding • When I’m Up • Sea Of No Cares • Boston And St. John’s • The Night Pat Murphy Died • Stumbling In • Jack Hinks • Goin’ Up • General Taylor • Lukey • Clearest Indication • Rover • Everything Shines • Mari-Mac • Consequence Free • Ordinary Day • End Of The World • Excursion Around The Bay • Fortune Set • Old Black Rum Music Videos: Run Runaway • Mari-Mac* • Goin’ Up* • When I’m Up • Ordinary Day* • End Of The World • Consequence Free • Feel It Turn • Can’t Stop Falling • Everything Shines • Sea Of No Cares • Stumbling In • Clearest Indication * Indicates Karaoke Version Available More information about Great Big Sea Great Big Sea - The Hard And The Easy Great Big Sea is one of Canada's best-selling bands, with well over one million records sold in Canada! The Hard And The Easy is the 9th release from the St. John's based, Juno-nominated band that fuses Newfoundland traditional music with modern pop. All of their releases have all been certified Multi-Platinum, Platinum or Gold. The Hard And The Easy is a Newfoundland songbook of traditional songs that were selected for how they speak of Newfoundland music, history, labour and love. The album includes a bonus DVD of band interviews and live performance footage. It's an intimate look into the genesis of The Hard And The Easy. Come and I will Sing You (The Twelve Apostles) • Old Polina • The River Driver • The Mermaid • Captain Kidd • Graceful & Charming (Sweet Forget Me Not) • Concerning Charlie Horse • Harbour LeCou • Tishialuk Girls Set (Father's Jig/Buffett Double/Tishialuk Girls) • French Shore • Cod Liver Oil • Tickle Cove Pond. More information about Great Big Sea Great Big Sea - Courage & Patience & Grit DVD Great Big Sea fans can now take home a little more of the band's magic with the release of a new performance DVD and companion CD that captures the uplifting spirit and revelry of a Great Big Sea party. Alan, Bob and Sean have packed theatres from New York to Winnipeg, Vancouver to Atlanta, Saskatoon to San Francisco, even selling out venues as far south as Texas and North Carolina. This release celebrates the culmination of the bands relentless yearlong North American tour in support of The Hard And The Easy (2005), their 9th release that has sold over 80,000 copies in Canada! Built around two different acts, The Hard And The Easy concert highlighted the folk side of Great Big Sea's repertoire, from the mermaid dance to songs about horses falling through the ice, to songs from the band's more pop-oriented repertoire - all of this is captured on Courage & Patience & Grit: Great Big Sea In Concert. The DVD/CD is culled from two exhilarating performances recorded at the Belleville, Ontario Empire Theatre in June 2006 along with four Great Big Sea video classics: "Captain Kidd", "When I Am King", "Lukey" and "Shines Right Through Me". The companion CD features a 22 track audio version of the two hour concert DVD. Captain Kidd • Jack Hinks • Sweet Forget Me Not (Graceful and Charming) • Billy Peddle • Concerning Charlie Horse • *I’m A Rover • A Boat Like Gideon Brown • The Mermaid • The River Driver • Scolding Wife • Old Polina • Shines Right Through Me • When I’m Up • The Night Pat Murphy Died • When I Am King • *Danny Boy • *Run Runaway • General Taylor • Sea Of No Cares • Helmet Head • Consequence Free • Mari-Mac • Ordinary Day • Excursion Around The Bay • Fortune Set • *Old Brown’s Daughter *These tracks not available on the audio CD. More information about Great Big Sea Jason Greeley - Live... Love... Sing... In 2004 Jason Greeley, a young man from the small community of Upper Island Cove, Newfoundland, took the country by storm with his performances and his fourth place finish on the TV show Canadian Idol. Newfoundlanders all over Canada and especially in Newfoundland were very supportive of Jason and have been anxiously awaiting his debut CD. That wait is finally over! Jason launched his new CD Live... Love... Sing... first in his home province of Newfoundland and later in 2005 he will be embarking on a national tour to promote the CD. Live... Love... Sing... features the Elton John tune “Sad Songs” which became his signature song on last year's Canadian Idol show. In addition, Jason’s talent and songwriting ability are showcased as all other songs on this CD are penned by him. Jason Greeley is ready to Live... Love... Sing... Live...Love...Sing... • Another Day • Slammin' Doors • Sad Songs • Get Over You • Shady Old Town • Tonite • Livin' For Nothing • Dreams • Tear Me Away. More information about Jason Greeley Harry Hibbs - The Very Best Of Volume One The button accordion, pipe and donnegal tweed cap are the unmistakable trademarks of Newfoundland's favourite son, Harry Hibbs. In his 21-year career, Harry traveled to countless cities and towns bringing his heritage with him and leaving behind the warmth and love of Newfoundland, his native home which he so proudly represented. This album marks the first time many of Harry's best-loved songs are available on CD. Harry's Return • Between Two Trees • Medley: Mussels in the Corner / Mershin Derkin / The Irish Rover • Fighting "59" • Fella From Fortune (Bonivist' Harbour) • The Black Velvet Band • Let Me Fish Off Cape St. Mary's • The Garden Song • Kelligrew's Soiree • I'se The B'y / Road to the Isles, Nightingale • The Bell Island Song • Far Away In Australia • The Wild Rover • Nobody's Child • Sweet Sixteen • Squid Jiggin' Ground • Roses Are Blooming • Ryan's and Pittman's (We'll Rant and We'll Roar) • Come Round Any Old Time • Twenty One Years. More information about Harry Hibbs Mark Hiscock - The Music Takes Me Back Mark Hiscock, the lead vocalist of Shanneyganock and The Government Rams, has recorded a solo CD which is very much a Newfoundland country CD. For The Music Takes Me Back, Mark has written a song called “Lost” which is a true story about the harshness of the sea and the fragility of life around the sea. Mark’s renditions of old country standards and traditional songs of Newfoundland are exceptional in a way only Mark and his distinctive voice can deliver. This will surely be one of the outstanding CDs this summer in Newfoundland. Other selections featured on the CD are: Bringin’ Mary Home • Poor Little Jim • The Old Man & The Old Woman • Green Grow The Laurels • The Music Takes Me Back • The Old Maid • Shores Of America • Fishin’ In A Dory • Buttons In The Wind • Lady Margaret • Mrs. Murphy’s Chowder • Paddy The Peddler. Also available on cassette. More information about Mark Hiscock The Irish Descendants - Southern Shore Southern Shore was produced by Great Big Sea’s Alan Doyle. Key tracks are “We Laughed, a bitter sweet song written by Billy Bragg and the late Maxine Edgington that went Top 10 in the UK and “Downtown Girl” that features Great Big Sea assisting on vocals. The Irish Descendants have had a wide impact on audiences and music lovers all around the world. The band’s exquisetly produced, award winning recordings cover songs from the most sensitive and touching ballads to high energy, toe tapping reels that., Along with their heartwarming and humorous live performances have rewarded the group with a large and loyal fan base. Song Selection: Town Of Bally Bay • Pat Murphy’s Meadow • Six Horse Power Coaker • Downtown Girl • Money Alone • Battery Singles • Mickey Relligan’s Pup • We Laughed • Mick Maguire • Four Green Fields • No Con Test • Yankee Tom More information about The Irish Descendants The Irish Descendants - The Best Of “The Best Of” is a 19 song compilation of some of The Irish Descendants best material. A must have for the hard core fans or someone just discovering the band. Over 30,000 copies sold to date. Song Selection: Raggle Taggle Gypsy • Shamrock City • Catch The Wind • Peter Street • The Dublin Reel • Days Of Yore • Rattlin’ Bog • Go To Sea No More • A Walk In The Irish Rain • Let Me Fish Off Cape St. Mary’s • Barrett’s Privateers • The Two Ronnies/Brodericks’ Reel • Uncle Dan • Out From St. Leonards • Rollin’ Home • Sam Hall • Rocky Road To Dublin • Last Of The Great Whales • Never Been There Before More information about The Irish Descendants The Irish Descendants - Blooming Bright Star There is no place with any deeper Irish roots than Newfoundland, and The Irish Descendants have captured the essence of the Music with their exquisitely produced, award-winning recordings, including a wide range from haunting ballads to high energy tapping reels. This album is a wonderful mix of time-honoured traditional songs and contemporary compositions. Other selections featured on the CD are: City of Chicago • Step it Out Mary • Caledonia • My Irish Molly O • Emile’s Irish Reels • Her Father Didn’t Like Me Anyway • Blooming Bright Star of Belle Isle • She Moved Through the Fair • The Black and Tans • The Rose of Allendale • King of the Pipers/Up the Southern Shore • The Island. More information about The Irish Descendants The Irish Descendants - The Gift (Christmas) There is no place like Newfoundland for the holidays. Good Friends, Good food and Good Cheer. On this Christmas CD Con lends his hand to songwriting with his first ever song "Heading Home For Christmas". Other selections featured on the CD are: God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen • I Saw Three Ships • In Praise of Christmas • Heading Home for Christmas • O Holy Night • Green Grow The Rushes O • The Wassil Song • Childrens Winter • The Little Drummer Boy • Instrumental (Joy to the World/Ding Dong Merrily on High). More information about The Irish Descendants The Irish Descendants - We Are The Irish Descendants This CD aptly named WE ARE The Irish Descendants is the perfect choice for the uninitiated, intended to point out that while the band may carry the name, it is in fact the band and you the audience that truly comprise The Irish Descendants. WE ARE The Irish Descendants provides highlights from previously released CDs and should be enough to encourage any descendant to collect them all. Other selections featured on the CD are: The Dublin Reel • A Walk in the Irish Rain • Go to See No More • Raggle Taggle Gypsy • The Black and Tans • Dirty Old Town • Rattlin’ Bog • Let Me Fish Off Cape St. Mary’s • Irish Rover • Murphy Broke the Pledge • Malachy • Sam Hill • Barrett’s Privateers • Rocky Road to Dublin • Never Been There Before • Shamrock City. More information about The Irish Descendants The Irish Descendants - Across The Water There is no place with any deeper Irish roots than Newfoundland, and The Irish Descendants have captured the essence of the Music with their exquisitely produced, award-winning recordings, including a wide range from haunting ballads to high energy tapping reels. The Irish Descendants have released many critically acclaimed albums, were named Best Roots/Traditional Artists at the East Coast Music Awards, won a Juno Award, signed a world-wide record deal with a major label, received numerous gold records and sold out concerts right across Canada and the U. S. The Irish Descendants have had a long career and many successes. The future could not be brighter for the band that only gets better. Few bands last from one decade to the next, even fewer continue to make great music, and none continue to attract new fans the way The Irish Descendants do. Other selections featured on the CD are: Acadian Saturday Night • Bridget Flynn • The Foxy Devil • The Hills of Isle of Au Haut • Across the Water • I Know My Name • Take Me Back to Ireland • Never Say No To A Jar • Leaving London • Eileen Og • Providence Reel/Castle Kelly/The Humors of Tulla • The Court of King Caractacus • River Lady (A Little Goodbye) • Leaving on the Evening Tide • Plastic Paddy. More information about The Irish Descendants Paul Lamb - A Slice Of Lamb (EP) Paul Lamb has honed his inimitable, emotional singing voice, and accomplished guitar playing after ten years as a lead vocalist/guitarist in various rock bands. He has an innate ability to know exactly what the audience wants, and his recordings convey the emotion that he puts into his live performances. A Slice Of Lamb is a five song EP released prior to Paul joining forces with Cory Tetford to form Crush. Leaving Tomorrow • River Iroquois • Genuine • Not Too Good With Names • Valerie More information about Paul Lamb Andrew LeDrew - Ladies Lookout A collection of cleverly crafted pop-rock songs, heavy on harmonies and desperately catchy melodies, Andrew LeDrew's Ladies Lookout is the soundtrack of road trips and escapes, near misses and melancholy love. Local radio stations have already embraced the eagerly awaited disc, with the first single, “For Dear Life”, in heavy rotation. Building on his reputation as a solid songwriter and charismatic live performer, Andrew is ready to introduce his latest slate of tunes to the country. Born in Mount Pearl, Andrew has lived and performed in Ottawa and Halifax, returning home in 2001. An active member of the local music scene since then, Andrew made a name for himself as a solo artist before joining forces with his brother, Chris LeDrew, and launching the popular Brothers in Stereo CD in June, 2003. Brothers in Stereo received airplay across Atlantic Canada, garnered three East Coast Music Award nominations, and was voted Best New Act at the 2003 MusicNL awards. The band received a prestigious VideoFact grant and became “the guys on the bus” when they filmed a video for Andrew's “The Worst Crowd” on the top of a double-decker bus around downtown St. John's. Andrew is also a two-time winner of the regional songwriting competition, heading to Toronto twice for the nationals. Andrew has cut his teeth on the national stage, sharing the stage which such acts as Great Big Sea, Sam Roberts, BTO, Our Lady Peace and Blue Rodeo … to name a few. Ladies Lookout was produced by Andrew and Justin Merdsoy. In Traffic • Sunflower • For Dear Life • Happy Birthday Babe • Burned Out the Flash • Keep Holding On • Natural Born Lovers • Blue Happiness • Knew You Well • Early Morning Man • Shotgun Wedding • Spotlight. More information about Andrew LeDrew Harry Martin - Visions Of This Land Visions Of This Land includes eleven original songs relating stories of early life in Labrador. Many of Harry's songs were inspired by stories and anecdotes he has heard over the years about the old pioneers, their triumphs, their tragedies and their contributions to the cultural mosaic of Labrador. This is My Home • Raven Hair • Somewhere Beyond the Hills • Visions of this Land • Another Day of Waiting • The Harbour is Empty • Don’t Think I Could Live Here • Halfway Up the Mountain • Race to the Grave • This Old River • Eagles Got to Fly • Dream Forever • Forgotten Soldiers • Only in My Dreams More information about Harry Martin Harry Martin - Broken Wings Broken Wings includes ten of Harry's original songs, as well as "Prisoner of the Wind” which was co-written with A. Frank Willis. Harry's songs reflect his deep appreciation of the land and its inhabitants, revealing his great respect for the early settlers and pioneers who call Labrador their home. A Long Time Ago • A Land Called Labrador • One of Those Days • Broken Wings • Take Me To The Country • Wouldn’t It Be Wonderful • Magic Of The Night • Shanty Town • The Shadow • Prisoner Of The Wind More information about Harry Martin Harry Martin - Full Circle Born and raised in Cartwright, Labrador, Harry Martin is a fourth generation Labradorian whose ancestry is a mixture of European settler and Labrador Inuit. He writes and sings songs that reflect the beauty of his beloved Labrador; its majestic mountains, wild untamed rivers and the quiet places. His compositions tell the stories of the pioneers and the old timers, and speak of the triumphs and tragedies of early life in Labrador that helped make it the cultural mosaic it is today. He sees his songs and stories as an effective way to preserve the land and inform audiences of Labrador's history. Harry's songs quietly, yet forcefully, stress the need to protect our natural habitat and respect the old ways of life. He well knows and understands the stories of the early pioneers and the land he so loves from his involvement in professional and volunteer conservation work. For twenty-eight years, Harry worked as a Wildlife Conservation Officer for the province of Newfoundland and Labrador's Wildlife Division in Cartwright, Labrador. At the present time he is employed as an Education and Information Officer with the Canadian Wildlife Service, Environment Canada, in Happy Valley-Goose Bay, Labrador. In October 2005, Harry released Full Circle, his fourth full length recording. A personal collection of songs, this CD contains the first song he ever wrote, "Three Long Years", his latest recorded composition from May 2005, titled "Mind Train", as well as other songs reflective of his song writing journey of the years in between. Mind Train • Winter Song • Six More Sleeps • Three Long Years • I Have Found A Home • Loneliest Man Alive • Hold On My Love • Walk Away • No PLace To Call Home • One Step At A Time More information about Harry Martin Patrick Moran & Chris Andrews - No Place Like Home Patrick Moran (from The Punters) and Chris Andrews (the leader of the band Shanneyganock) have collaborated to bring a selection of old songs that have rarely been recorded and many that have never been previously recorded. Being that Patrick and Chris are both from the Logy Bay and Torbay area, this selection of songs was mostly gleaned from people in the area. Patrick and Chris are very talented in that they play a variety of instruments between them and both are excellent vocalists. Pat Casey’s Song “The Hillsides of Torbay” features the outstanding vocals of a young up-and-coming musician, Allan Ricketts from Torbay. A great friend of Chris Andrews, Ed Caddigan, wrote the song “Treasures”, which will evoke much emotion from everyone that hears the song. As is the case in Newfoundland, there are fun songs that we can all relate to (“The Berries” and “Phil Grace’s Truck”) as well as songs of tragedy (“The Water Witch”) and accomplishment (“9:13”). A few of the selections from this CD are destined to become Newfoundland classics. Towering Heights Of Newfoundland • Old Flatrock Hills • Boys In The Bunkhouse/Hogan’sCorner/Connor’s Horse • The Water Witch • 9:13 • Copper Top Torbay • Highwaymen Bold • Tread (On The Tail Of Me Coat) • The Hillsides Of Torbay • The Berries • Phil Grace’s Truck • The Star Of Logy Bay • Gallows Cove Bight • Treasures More information about Patrick Moran & Chris Andrews Sandy Morris - Music From Land & Sea More than a dozen evocative musical interludes from CBC’s popular and long-running Land & Sea television series - including the opening and closing themes so familiar to everyone who lives in the province - have just been released on CD. Music from Land & Sea includes 14 pieces that Newfoundland musician Sandy Morris has married to the program’s moving images over the years. All of them were composed or arranged by Morris. The recordings feature his signature guitar work and the accompaniment of Erin Best, Bill Brennan, Mary Brennan, Rick Hollett, Pat Moran, George Morgan, Byron Pardy, Angela Picket, and Billy Sutton. The CD was Morris’s creative brainchild. He has been composing music for the program for the last ten seasons. “Land & Sea has always been very special to me,” he says. “It’s been great to be a part of the team. I think the music has added another level to the stories - it can deepen the sense of place and mood.” Land & Sea has showcased the culture and history of Newfoundland and Labrador on CBC television for 40 years. Morris co-wrote the show’s closing theme (“Freestyle”) with Ralph Walker when the series first aired. That piece is included in the CD collection, as are two versions of the well-loved opening theme, “On the Beach” - both the one that airs on TV each week, and a newly composed longer version. No one knows who composed that tune, but its musical notation is reproduced in the CD’s liner notes. A versatile and experienced guitarist, musician, composer, producer and engineer, Sandy Morris has enjoyed a musical career and been part of bands from the Wonderful Grand Band to Rasa and the Eight Track Favorites. He continues to perform, and has served as the musical director for numerous film and television projects and theatre productions across the province. On The Beach (Opening Theme) • The Dance • 1000 Roads • The Badger Drive • Borealis • Aulatsivik • Honey Bee Waltz • Petite Suite • Peregrine • Stitches • Falabella • Bonay • On the Beach (Opening Theme) Extended Version • Freestyle (Closing Theme). More information about Sandy Morris Joy Norman - Field of Diamonds Joy Norman, at only 20 years of age, has just released her second CD Field Of Diamonds. In 2001, she worked with some of Canada's greatest musicians and multi award winning producer Paul Mills on her debut album Lately. On Field Of Diamonds, Joy has raised the bar higher and her voice has matured even more. Together with Larry Foley of The Punters, who produced the CD, they have found songs from great songwriters that showcase Joy's voice extremely well. “Field Of Diamonds” (Johnny Cash), “Birds & Ships” (Woody Guthrie & Billy Bragg), “Marie at The Crossing”(Ron Hynes & Teresa Doyle), “Valley Green” (Ron Hynes), “Patiently Blue” (Nathan Wiley), and others. As well, Joy’s songwriting is featured on two songs: “Long Gone” which she wrote and “I've Got My Own” which she co-wrote with Paul Mills. Other selections on the CD include Boy By My Side, A Little Of Your Lovin’, Strong Hand, The Rocks Of Merasheen. More information about Joy Norman Dave Panting - Mandolin Christmas Dave Panting is a name synonymous with traditional music in Newfoundland and Labrador. Dave has been involved with many traditional bands over the years, starting with Figgy Duff and then with Rawlins Cross and lately as a duo with Rik Barron. “Mandolin Christmas, released in 2000 on cassette tape, has been re-mastered and is now available on CD. This CD has to rank up there as one of the best instrumental Christmas albums available today. Hearing these Christmas classics played on mandolin gives these songs new freshness, especially on an instrument that is rarely featured as a lead instrument. Just one listen and Mandolin Christmas could become your favorite Christmas instrumental CD. Silent Night • Oh Come All Ye Faithful • The First Noel • We Three Kings • Emmanuel • Ding Dong Merrily on High • Oh Holy Night • It Came Upon a Midnight Clear • The Friendly Beasts • Good King Wenceslas • Deck The Halls • God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen • The Huron Carol • In Praise of Christmas • In Dulce Jubilo • The Moon Shines Bright • I Saw Three Ships • Christmas Day Ai Da Marnin' • Hark The Herald Angels Sing • Joy to the World • The Carol of the Bells • The Somerset Wassail • Oh Little Town of Bethlehem • We Wish You a Merry Christmas • The Holly and the Ivy. More information about Dave Panting Dave Panting - Back Down Home Back Down Home is Dave's newest CD which features an eclectric mix of traditional songs and some new songs penned by Dave. Dave has contributed his talents to many groups over the years the most notable of these being The Wonderful Grand Band, Figgy Duff and Rawlins Cross. CD selections: The Philosopher's In Love • You're Gonna Give Me The Blues • The Fire (That We Are) • "B" Reels • The Ferryland Sealer • Double Singles • Corrina, Corrina • Frankie & Johnny • I Rely On You • Newfoundland Jigs • The Moonshine Can • Duffney's/Back Down Home. More information about Dave Panting Terry Penney - Missing Marshville Terry Penney's second CD, Missing Marshville, is something of a hometown homage with Marshville being an old local name for Lewisporte. Newfoundland culture plays a large part in his songwriting, and his song "Normandy in Newfoundland" is dedicated to the men & women who fought in WWI. Terry's music received national radio airplay and made the Top 100 CanCountry Charts with “Midnight and the Moon”. After Releasing Missing Marshville, Terry received four Music Industry Association nominations for "SOCAN Songwriter of the Year" (single: "Midnight and the Moon"), "Album of the Year", "Male Artist of the Year" and "Country Artist of the Year", winning "Male Artist of the Year". CD selections: Midninght and the Moon • Claws or Kisses • By You • Missing Marshville • Down this Road • One Broken Heart Away • Rebel Just Because • We Played • Hiding Mr. Hyde • Normandy in Newfoundland. More information about Terry Penney Terry Penney - The Struggle Terry Penney is a singer/songwriter/storyteller from Newfoundland who has always presented a deep love of music. The Struggle, his third release features more of his trademark thoughtful storytelling lyrics. The first single, "Accident”, has received extensive airplay in Newfoundland and the second single “Sailor Man” has recently been released to radio. The CD also featured the very popular song “Hard, Hard Times” which was featured on the Homebrew 4 CD. After receiving national radio airplay and cracking the Top 100 CanCountry Charts with “Midnight and the Moon” from his prior album Missing Marshville, Terry is poised to make an impact on the national scene. Terry released his first album, Take Back Two in 1999 and earned two Newfoundland and Labrador Music Industry Association Nominations - "Male Artist of the Year" and "Country Artist of the Year". His second album, Missing Marshville was released in 2002 and Terry received four Music Industry Association nominations for "SOCAN Songwriter of the Year" (single: "Midnight and the Moon"), "Album of the Year", "Male Artist of the Year" and "Country Artist of the Year". That year, he won "Male Artist of the Year". Terry was again nominated in 2004 in the "Male Artist" and "Country Artist" category and took home the award as "Country Artist of the Year." In 2003 Terry earned an East Coast Music Award (ECMA) nomination in the Country category. Terry has again been nominated in 2005 for the Country Artist of the Year by the ECMA for his newest CD The Struggle. CD Selections: Nothing on Me • One Saint Short • Sailor • Accident • All Mine • Still Here • The Struggle • Hard Hard Times • My Eyes are Dry • Midnight and the Moon (Remix). More information about Terry Penney John Phillips - Avondale Road John has been writing original material for over 15 years. Avondale Road has a country edge with strong traditional maritime flavour and emotion. The CD captures the social and economic hard times of a fishing era long gone as well as other social commentary relevant to today’s society. Songs include: Almost Never Counts In Love • Comes As No Surprise • Maritime Blue • Anything To Win Your Love • The Rest Comes Easily • Avondale Road • Take Me Back • Got What I Deserve • My Heart Belongs To You • Stay With Me • Evangeline Also available on cassette. More information about John Phillips John Phillips - Another George Street Night John’s second CD, Another George Street Night, displays the evolving sensibilities and talent of his songwriting talent. Local themes of social concern and life are meshed with songs that have broad base appeal. Many of the songs from Another George Street Night have received extensive airplay on country radio as well as the traditional radio shows in Newfoundland & Labrador. Touch Of Comfort • That’s The Way Life Goes • Crazy Charlie • She Won’t Come Round Here No More • The Hard Way • Same Moon Same Stars • How Far Your Love Can Go • Hangin’ On For More • There Nothin’ Good About Goodbye • Wonder About Those Trains • No One Will Ever Know • Another George Street Night Also available on cassette. More information about John Phillips John Phillips - Through The Eyes Of A Child (Christmas) Through the Eyes of a Child is a Christmas album of original songs, and the culmination of three years of writing and crafting Christmas songs for the Newfoundland and Labrador market. It also has appeal for Newfoundlanders living abroad as the main theme of the album is the quandary of those living away wishing to be home for Christmas. Newfoundlanders at Christmastime all want to be home for Christmas and many journey long distances to do so. All of the songs on Through The Eyes Of A Child, are John Phillips originals or co-writes with other artists, and reflect the events, joy, frustration, thoughtful wishes, heartbreak, longing, partying, and indeed the things that we all associate with the Christmas season. Only two of these songs were previously available. "This Christmas Count On Me" was released on The Christmas Wish and "The Only Thing Missing Is You" was released on The Christmas Wish 2. "Rockin' The Rock" will have you singing along as it tells of coming home for Christmas and the partying and merriment surrounding Christmas as you visit friends and family and go mummering. "Christmas On The Island" speaks of sending gifts to friends and family who are no longer at home and the plight of Newfoundlanders who have to move away to find work. "The Happy Tree" is an upbeat song that tells about the frustration of having shopped all year but still having gifts to buy and getting panicked at The Happy Tree. (The Happy Tree is an institution in Newfoundland where people donate gifts and put them under a tree that is set up in the malls. The gifts are distributed to needy boys and girls by the Salvation Army) "Home For Christmas" is the story of a man who is very ill from working in the mines and wants nothing more this Christmas then to see his mother and father just one last time. "Christmas Is Real" tells of the look of mystification in a child’s eyes as Christmas approaches. Through the eyes of a child Christmas is real, it's the time of their lives they truly believe. "Fishin' Days" talks about an older gentleman, who wants his life to be the way that it used to be in his fishing days, when he was able to fish and when there were fish to be caught. "The Star" is the ageless story, the greatest story ever told. Finally, "Christmas Memories" is an instrumental piece with the feel of the Christmas season. Through The Eyes Of A Child will be a wonderful addition to your Christmas music collection. Songs include: This Christmas Count On Me • The Only Thing Missing Is You • Rockin' The Rock • Christmas On The Island • The Happy Tree • Home For Christmas • Christmas Is Real • Fishin' Days • The Star • Christmas Memories. Also available on cassette More information about John Phillips The Punters - Said She Couldn't Dance "If you can't dance to it you might be having problems." - The Record, August, 1997 "Traditional folk with Celtic influence, but with a more muscular rock perspective..." - Chart Magazine, April 1998 "This is an album that deserves to be played loud and to be danced to." - The Evening Telegram, July, 1997 Spanner in the Works • Reena • Brunswick Street • She Said No • Polka! Polka! Polka! • Prohibition Way • Conscience Calling • Go To It • The Dancing Master • Jim Harris • Jolly Jack • Rufus & Emile Ride On • Heave Away • The Electric Jigs More information about The Punters The Punters - Will You Wait The third album from The Punters features 11 tracks and The Punters' new version of "The Kinks' Come Dancing". Will You Wait moves forward from where the band left off with the fan fave Said She Couldn't Dance... Fresh new energy, rich lyrics, and lush tones bring The Punters to new heights. Rise With The Sun • P Stands for Paddy • Scotty • Getting Back • Wonder What It’s Like • Uneasy (I’ll See You) • Come Dancing • Never Been There Before • Will You Wait • Candlelight and Wine • Golden Green • Here’s To Life More information about The Punters The Punters - Fisherman's Blues The Punters (Larry Foley and Patrick Moran) are key figures in the exciting music scene in Atlantic Canada. Drawing upon their rich musical heritage, The Punters combine rock, folk, and traditional music, creating a sound that is truly their own. The Punters have three recordings under their belt since 1996 (The Punters, Said She Couldn't Dance, and Will You Wait), all three of which were met with national and critical acclaim. Fisherman's Blues, the band's fourth CD, is a testament to the strength and relevance of their musicianship and their unrelenting passion for the music of Newfoundland. The self-produced Fisherman's Blues delivers a redefined sense of direction that is true to their roots (a little bit traditional, a little bit rock & roll). The CD showcases the band's growth and maturity, with a selection of pop songs, traditional songs, and their trademark instrumental tunes. The CD also features two songs which were written by Larry Foley that are true pop music gems ("She Ain't You" and "Close Your Eyes"). As well, there are great covers of some older and somewhat forgotten songs ("No Other Baby" and "Brown Eyed Handsome Man"), and traditional gems ("Heave Away", "Banks of Newfoundland" and "Big Bow Wow"). Patrick sings a traditional song, "I Had But 50 Cents", that has never been recorded, and is sure to be a staple on traditional music shows. The title track, "Fisherman's Blues" is a song the band has been performing since its inception. Included in this version is an original verse, written by Larry Foley, to reflect the realities of the fishing industry and out-migration in Newfoundland. Finally, Steve Earle's "Galway Girl" is given a Celtic feel and has become one of the most requested songs at The Punters' live shows. On This CD, The Punters are joined by some of the best musicians in Newfoundland: including George Morgan, Paul "Boomer" Stamp, Adam Staple, Chris Batstone, Barry Hillier and Mark Hiscock. Fisherman's Blues is truly a home grown project and is arguably The Punters' best recording to date. More information about The Punters The Punters - Songs For A Sunday Morning The Punters are versatile, talented artists who perform with style and proficiency. Whether they are delivering a traditional folk tune or their melodic and insightful originals, their performances are always powerful and entertaining. With this recording, Songs For A Sunday Morning, they now have five recordings under their belt since 1996 (The Punters, Said She Couldn’t Dance, Will You Wait and Fisherman’s Blues). All four CDs were met with critical acclaim. Their newest CD, which was produced by Alan Doyle of Great Big Sea, showcases the band in a stripped down, more acoustic and intimate recording. It features new songs that are pure treasures as well as some older traditional songs and their trademark instrumental tunes. Selections on the CD include: Slip Jigs and Reels, Ladies Man, Shores of Americay, Take Her In Your Arms, Higher Degree, Two Lovely Black Eyes, Southern Shore Queen, From Clare To Here, Pussycats Up In Plum Trees, Adieu Sweet Lovely Nancy, One Starry Night. More information about The Punters The Punters - Beautiful Star (Christmas) The Punters debut their new CD for the festive season titled Beautiful Star. In their normal style The Punters showcase the distinct vocals of Larry Foley punctuating the recording, while Patrick Moran adds beautiful fiddle and background vocals. To add to this album, The Punters were able to find recent Christmas songs like “Christmas Decorations In November” which was written by a friend of Larry’s. As well Larry adds new verses to the song “Tell Me A Story” to make it truly his own. In addition, they have recorded the Christmas standards “The Friendly Beasts” and an instrumental medley of “Christmas Times A Coming & Jingle Bells”. The CD also features the hauntingly beautiful song “Beautiful Star Of Bethlehem”, the often overlooked Jackson Browne song “The Rebel Jesus”, and Woody Guthrie’s “Mail Myself To You” - a fun all occasion song. The CD also features two previously released Punters Christmas songs that have become standards in their own right: “Christmas In The Harbour” and “Old Toy Trains”. The artwork for the CD was taken from a painting by Larry Foley titled “Beautiful Star”. Christmas Decorations In November • The Friendly Beasts • Christmas Times A Coming / Jingle Bells • Mail Myself To You • Christmas Memory • The Rebel Jesus • Beautiful Star Of Bethlehem • Tell Me A Story • Old Toy Trains • Christmas In The Harbour More information about The Punters Allan Ricketts - Allan Ricketts Allan Ricketts is a young traditional musician and visual artist from Torbay, NL. Allan plays traditional Newfoundland and Irish songs and has developed a deeply authentic approach to this tradition. He has performed at numerous special events and festivals, including the Hillside Festival in Torbay, the Annual NL Folk Festival in St. John's, Eastport Accordion Festival, and the Burin Folk Festival. As part of the NL Youth Ventures Program, Allan was the recipient of the 2004 & 2005 High Artistic Achievement Award. In 2006, under the same program, he was awarded the Culture and Tourism Award. Allan was one of 4 artists selected under the National Artist Program to represent Newfoundland and Labrador at the 2005 Canada Summer Games in Regina, Saskatchewan. In April 2006, he toured Ireland with a group called the Potluck Singers. On his first self titled CD Allan has chosen to record songs by Pat Byrne “West Moon” & Al Pittman “The Government Game” as well as traditional songs that he arranged with the help of Patrick Moran (The Punters). Patrick Moran was also the producer on this CD. Allan also covers Bob Dylan “Don’t Think Twice”, Stephen Stills “Helplessly Hoping” and Andy Irvine “West Coast of Clare”. Allan also showcases his talent as a songwriter and composer. He composed “Frank Maher’s Tune” and also wrote “Can’t Believe I Found You” & “Everytime”. Everything points to Allan becoming a strong force on the traditional music scene. Selections on the CD include: The Government Game • West Moon • West Coast Of Clare • The Queen of Connemara • Black Is the Colour • Frank Maher’s Tune / John Mckenna’s • Helplessly Hoping • Lakes of Pontchartrain • Don’t Think Twice • Can’t Believe I Found You • Mary & the Soldier • Everytime. More information about Allan Ricketts Ryan's Fancy - Songs From The Shows Ryan's Fancy helped to define East Coast and Newfoundland music in the '70s and '80s. Songs From The Shows highlights the raw power of the voices of the band, which consists of Denis Ryan, Dermot O’Reilly and Fergus O’Byrne. The tunes on the album (13 of them previously unreleased) were recorded over two decades ago for their TV shows at the CBC Television studios. All of the songs have been digitally re-mastered and sound as fresh as when the band were playing them live in their heyday. “Ryan's Fancy popularized the traditional music and dragged it kicking and screaming out of the closet for the enjoyment of all.” Jack Kellum, CBC Television The Wild Goose • Come Along • Go To Sea No More • The Cliffs Of Baccalieu • The Boys Of The Island • The Ryans and The Pittmans • Farewell To Tarwathie • The Squid Jiggin’ Ground • The Jam On Jerry’s Rock • The Hills Of Glenswilly • As Johnny Went Ploughin’ • The Green Shores Of Fogo • A Great Big Sea / The Copper Plate Reel • Come To The Bower • Fear a’Bheata. More information about Ryan's Fancy and Songs From The Shows Rasa - Do You Hear What I Hear (Christmas) RASA, made up of Erin Best and Sandy Morris, have recorded their second CD Do You Hear What I Hear which is now ready for release in time for the Christmas season. This CD features the smooth and absolutely haunting vocals of Erin Best and the unmistakable guitar instrumentation of Sandy Morris. This CD covers many of the traditional carols of Christmas that we have all come to know and love: "The Coventry Carol", "The Huron Carol" and "O Come O Come Emmanuel", "The Friendly Beasts". Some of the more well known Christmas standards are covered here as well. Their treatment of "Silent Night", "Good King Wenceslas", "God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen", and "Do You Hear What I Hear" are sure to delight even the scrooges in our midst. This is an excellent CD to put in your CD player, and sit in front of a crackling fire with a glass of eggnog to relax and enjoy the festive season. O Come O Come Emmanuel • The Friendly Beasts • Good King Wenceslas • Huron Carol • God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen • Lo How A Rose E’re Blooming • It Came Upon A Midnight Clear • Do You Hear What I Hear • Bleak Midwinter • I Heard The Bells On Christmas Day • Mele Kalikimaka • Coventry Carol • Sleep Well Little Children • Silent Night. More information about Rasa Shanneyganock - The Long Haul Shanneyganock arose from the long-time musical partnership of Chris Andrews & Mark Hiscock. The Long Haul features original & traditional material by Chris Andrews’ bass & Mark Hiscock’s tenor vocals, accompanied with an ample helping of up-tempo instrumentals. Guest musicians include Maureen Ennis (Ennis Sisters), D’Arcy Broderick (The Fables) and Patrick Moran (The Punters). One listen to The Long Haul, the debut release from Shanneyganock, will demonstrate what happens when these Newfoundland lads get serious. Selections on the CD include: Up The Pond • A Pair Of Brown Eyes • Darby Ram • Make Me Want To Stay • Daddy Shot The Cat • Raggle Taggle • Creatures Of The Night / Kips Bay / Pull The Goalies • Sammy’s Bar • Santiano • The Long Haul • Cock Of The North / Brother’s Jig • Rusty Old Barber • Waltzing For Dreamers • Shoals Of Herring • Blackbird. More information about Shanneyganock Shanneyganock - Live At O'Reilly's Vol. 1 Since 1996, Shanneyganock’s founding members, Chris Andrews and Mark Hiscock have dreamed of recording a live album. Countless miles and hundreds of shows later, Live at O’Reilly’s has come to fruition. Live at O’Reilly’s delivers the goods. It features fourteen of Shanneyganock’s most requested songs in the rip-roaring pub style only a veteran group can deliver. The vocals are strong and the performances intense. The CD features Bob Hiscock on drums and Bob Pike on bass for a well-rounded live sound. Live at O’Rielly’s is sure to be a favourite for those who love Newfoundland/Irish pub style entertainment. Old Maid in the Garrett / Gravel Walk • The Islander • The Jig is Up • The Dundee Cat • South Australia • After Hours • Lish Young Buy a Broom • Peggy Gordon • 10 Commandments • 17 Come Sunday / Kerry Polka • I’se Da Bye • Lark In The Morning • Daddy Shot The Cat / O’Reilly’s Reels • Banks of Newfoundland. More information about Shanneyganock Shanneyganock - Scallywags Let the party begin... with the Shanneyganock album (appropriately titled) Scallywags. Shanneyganock is able to find some diamonds in the rough each time they embark on a new recording project, and this time is no exception. From the daily frolics in the hay in “Twice Daily”, the longing of days gone by in “The River” (Bruce Springsteen), to the pain and grief of having to leave in “Our Town” (Iris DeMent). As well, Shanneyganock put their own unique arrangements to traditional songs: “Courtin’ In The Kitchen”, which is done flatout, and two sets of instrumental tunes, “The Budgell’s Jigs" and “From The South Side Looking In” which are performed at a pace that will have your heart racing even if you’re not dancing. There are a few humourous songs that will have you singing along: “Aunt Martha’s Sheep” (unlike any other recording of this well known song), and “Ain’t It A Beauty” (you’ll be surprised at what the song is about). The CD does slow down, to give you a rest and to refill your glass, as Chris Andrews does one of the nicest versions ever of the Stan Rogers classic “45 Years". If you are going to buy one party record this year.. This Is The One!!!! Storms / Centennial Highway Reel • Twice Daily • The Budgell’s Jigs • 45 Years • Aunt Martha’s Sheep • Courtin’ In The Kitchen • Our Town • One Road • From The South Side Looking In • Jack Dolan • Go, Move, Shift (Moving On Song) • Ain’t It A Beauty • The River. More information about Shanneyganock Shanneyganock - Set You Free Shanneyganock's fourth album, Set You Free follows the very successful Scallywags and the still popular CD Live At O’Reilly’s Vol. 1. Selections on the CD include: I’m Going To Set You Free • Dublin O’Shea • Sail Away To The Sea • One Misty Moisty Morning • Rollicking Skipper/Pussycat Up The Plum Tree • Make And Break Harbour • Red Haired Mary • In A Town This Size • Captain & His Whiskers/Four Poster Bed • Heave Away Me Johnnies • The Hiring Fair • Sweet Is The Melody • Towersey Fair • St. John’s Girls. More information about Shanneyganock Shanneyganock - Christmas Shanneyganock debuts their new CD for the festive season titled Christmas. As is the trademark of Shanneyganock, the powerful vocals of Chris Andrews punctuate the recording, while the voice and accordion of Mark Hiscock give the CD it’s distinct Newfoundland sound. On this recording Patrick Moran adds beautiful fiddle, and guitar as well as background vocals and a lead vocal performance on “Snowflake”. Shanneyganock is able to find some diamonds in the rough each time they embark on a new recording project and this time is no exception. The opening song ”The Wren” is a beautiful but relatively unknown song that will surely become a standard. “Santa’s A Bayman Like Us”, written by Wince Coles, is a classic in Newfoundland and will be available for the first time in many years. In the Christmas tradition, Shanneyganock has recorded some of the Christmas standards: “God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen”, “What Child Is This”, “We Three Kings”, and “O Holy Night”. This CD also features “The Marvelous Toy” and “Rusty Chevrolet” which poke a little fun and show the lighter side of Christmas. Chris Andrews wrote and recites “The Star of Logy Bay”, a Christmas story about the boat that saved Christmas for an Outport community. Chris and Mark also wrote another original song on the CD “Christmastime In Newfoundland” which tells the age old story of Newfoundlanders who want to be home at Christmas Time. Shanneyganock... Christmas... Good Fun... Good Music... and Good Friends... More information about Shanneyganock Shanneyganock - Fling Out The Flag The fifth CD by Shanneyganock, Fling Out The Flag, which was produced by Bob Hallett from Great Big Sea, is by far the strongest and best work that the band has done to date. Fling Out The Flag follows up the very successful Set You Free and the still popular CDs Scallywags, Live At O’Reilly’s Vol. 1 & The Long Haul. As is the trademark of Shanneyganock, the party atmosphere of their live shows carries through to the CD. The powerful vocals of Chris Andrews punctuate the recording, while the voice and accordian of Mark Hiscock gives the record a distinct Newfoundland sound. Shanneyganock is able to find some diamonds in the rough each time they embark on a new recording project and this time is no exception. The uptempo opening song “This Town” sets the tone for the CD. “Flag of Newfoundland” harkens back to the days when Newfoundland was voting to either join Canada in Confederation or stay independent. As well, Shanneyganock put their own unique arrangements to the traditional songs “Jesse Monroe”, “Sarah” and “My Father’s Old Souwester”. Shanneyganock’s version of the Bruce Moss song “Lord Of The Island” & Jez Lowe’s “St. John’s Jail” are given the Shanneyganock special touch and sound magnificent. Chris Andrews showcases his writing skills again and has collaborated with Alan Doyle from Great Big Sea to produce another gem, “Roving Newfoundlander”, which says it all about the special people we are. Special friends of Shanneyganock guested on this CD. They include Bob Hallett, Andrew LeDrew, Mike Hanrahan, Elliot Dicks, Kris MacFarlane & Shelley Chase. This CD, as with all Shanneyganock recordings, will have your heart racing even if you’re not dancing. Selections on the CD include: This Town • Flag Of Newfoundland • My Father’s Old Souwester • Sarah • St. John’s Jail • Lord Of The Island • Down By The Harbourside • Little Pot Stove • Roving Newfoundlander • Thank God We’re Surrounded By Water • Jesse Monroe. More information about Shanneyganock Síochána - On Our Own: Live At Bridie Molloy's Síochána (pronounced Sha-kawh-naa), which means Peace, was formed in April 1999. This 6 member group plays irish music, bluegrass, folk, country and a little rock and roll to change up the pace. They are high energy on stage, and are known as a crowd pleasing party band, but they're not shy when it comes to playing a sweet ballad to get you up and close with that someone special. Their harmonies on songs like "Fox on the Run" or "You Feel The Same Way Too" will have you singing along in no time. If it's close to the floor jigs you want, "The Jig Is Up" or the "Lonesome Boatman" will be sure to get your toes tappin'. If it's a capella you want, look for the boys to tackle "The Rocky Road To Dublin", "The Last Shanty" or "Peter Street". And if it's original music you're looking for, "Rugged Shores", Hall's Bay Fishman", "The Beacon" or "Dance Me Away" will be sure to bring you back for more. Síochána is a fixture in the club scene and often play festivals and conventions, and they are known for lending their support to local charity events. Take Me Home • Leaving Of Liverpool / Cock Of The North • You Feel The Same Way Too • I Had A Hat • Dance Me Away • Goin’ Away • Standin’ On The Corner • Beacon • Hall’s Bay Fisherma / Mussels In The Corner • Pirate Ship • Seven Bridges Road • On Our Own • Jig Is Up • Fox On The Run • Old St. John’s. More information about Síochána Snook - My Gift Someone Else's Money (Christmas) Rrrrright on it's Snook's own Christmas CD! 18 tracks and 45 minutes of wicked-altogether parodies and holiday comedy classics. The perfect gift from home. "A yuletide laugh and a half!" - Dougie More information about Snook Snook’s Wicked DVD Here it is! A Complete collection of classic Snook comedy on DVD. Includes both smash-hit home videos Snook Unzipped and Sincerely, Snook<