The Lonesome Fiddler album features the music of Eddie Kelly and his unique versions of old and familiar tunes. Eddie played the East Galway style and for many years he taught me this music tradition adding his rare touch to jigs, reels and hornpipes alike. A true maestro if ever there was one.
I dedicate The Lonesome Fiddler album to Tom Crean, my dad or daddy as I used to call him, who passed away in 2010.
My dad took the time, year after year to pass down the gift of music to me, eventually enlisting Eddie as my teacher. This sharing of the music with daddy, enkindles some of my lifetime’s best and fondest memories. Now, as an adult and looking back, I have a deeper understanding of his fervor; his pursuit to empower me with the East Galway Irish Music Tradition and to have me play it with accuracy, reverence and tenderness. He left me a beautiful legacy; the music itself and all the happy memories that go with it.

And now I want to pass this music tradition onto you.

Éilís Crean

Doreys / Blockers / Pigeon On The Gate

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Ghost of Rucker, a distinguished musician hailing from the United States, emerged onto the music scene in June of 2023, captivating audiences with his enigmatic persona. On the illustrious date of July 30th, 2023, he unveiled his inaugural masterpiece, the eponymous album "Ghost of Rucker," which can be readily accessed on esteemed platforms such as Spotify, Apple Music - iTunes, iHeart-Radio, Shazam, Boom Play, Sound Cloud, Audio Mack, and JQOK. Previously recognized as DJ Rucker, this seasoned artist has been honing his craft for an impressive span of 25 years. With his metamorphosis into Ghost of Rucker, a fresh era of original music and captivating artwork has been ushered in. The self-titled opus merely marks the inception of his musical odyssey, as Ghost of Rucker diligently labored on his second album, that was released on October 1st, 2023. Already working on new music, he continues propelling his artistic expedition ever forward.

The Lonesome Fiddler album features the music of Eddie Kelly and his unique versions of old and familiar tunes. Eddie played the East Galway style and for many years he taught me this music tradition adding his rare touch to jigs, reels and hornpipes alike. A true maestro if ever there was one.
I dedicate The Lonesome Fiddler album to Tom Crean, my dad or daddy as I used to call him, who passed away in 2010.
My dad took the time, year after year to pass down the gift of music to me, eventually enlisting Eddie as my teacher. This sharing of the music with daddy, enkindles some of my lifetime’s best and fondest memories. Now, as an adult and looking back, I have a deeper understanding of his fervor; his pursuit to empower me with the East Galway Irish Music Tradition and to have me play it with accuracy, reverence and tenderness. He left me a beautiful legacy; the music itself and all the happy memories that go with it.
And now I want to pass this music tradition onto you.
Éilís Crean