The Elders

LIVE SHOW REVIEW EXCERPTS

“As local emperors of Celtic roots-rock, The Elders have developed a reputation for bristling live shows and, even better, for exceeding their lofty reputation ... many superstar acts would envy the level of audience participation the Elders achieve.” Tim Finn / KANSAS CITY STAR

"The Elders proffer rootsy Celtic rock immersed in American tradition. Their latest cd, GAEL DAY, is a genuine foot-stomping testament to old-world charms; the Elders' live show, likewise, is a riotous barroom affair that is as invigorating to watch as it is to join"
The Onion, Madison, Wisconsin 3/18/10

"The 2007 Great American Irish festival was a huge success and in large part because of the Elders. People are still talking about the absolutely fantastic shows you put on." Mark Sisti Great American Irish festival / Herkimer, NY

"It was quite a pleasure having The Elders at our fest. It was so cool to see how the audience morphed into a crazed mob during your Saturday night set. I look forward to your return." Julie Rhyner, Pittsburgh Irish Festival

“The Elders are simply the best contemporary Irish band in America! See them live and you’ll understand why they have such a following everywhere they’ve played.” Doug Clifton / KCUV radio – Denver

“I cannot say enough positive things about The Elders – their program was first class. This outstanding band literally had people dancing in the aisles.” Douglas McFarlane / Williams Center for the Arts

“Simply put, one of the finest performances I have EVER seen, any genre, any venue!” Timothy Ace Holleran / Fairfield County Irish Fest (CT)



CD REVIEW EXCERPTS:

"The key to the band’s success is in its flawless blending of the Celtic storytelling tradition with contemporary instrumentation and, perhaps more importantly, their ability to write original songs that sound as timeless and authentic as the ancient jigs and reels that have inspired them." Brian Baker - PASTE Magazine

"Thrilling, propulsive, fantastic Celtic-pop. The Elders are a real find ... a band to shout from the rooftops about. Robert Oermann - MUSIC ROW Magazine

"These guys really do play a style of music fused in a fashion no others have captured quite so well. The Elders are marrow deep in their unique art, and it's not only pleasing as hell, but infectious." Mark Tucker - Folk & Acoustic Music Exchange

"The Elders are without a doubt one of the greatest finds this century."
Charles Dewhurst of Lochbroom FM, Scotland

“The Elders’ music is far from common. The lyrical and musical excellence of these songs will stick in your mind long after the final track has played.” Ray Sidman - GOLDMINE Magazine

“Great melodies, harmonies, musicianship, and song writing. The Elders are on a short list of great Celtic-Rock acts from around the world that I would speak proudly of. John Bowles - Paddy Rock Radio

"The Elders’ songs are up-tempo, high-energy and delivered with passion and fire …but they are clever… a solid 11.5 on the 'rollicking' end of a scale from 1 to 10." The Humm - Almonte, ONTARIO

“The Elders are on top of their game with their new album Gael Day. Songs of magic and mayhem and of better days ahead … contemporary Irish Folk Rock at its very best. “
Shay Clarke - Irish American News

“On Gael Day, Kansas City’s biggest Celtic-rock band stays true to its Celtic roots, but, thanks to some of its best songwriting ever, it streamlines its rock foundation. Kudos, too, to the production, which is lean and clean, yet captures something close to the relentless energy that fills the band’s live shows.”
TIMOTHY FINN - The Kansas City Star

“When it comes to top notch contemporary Irish American music, The Elders are the real deal. Six phenomenally talented musicians, these men are a songwriting and performance powerhouse that delivers onstage as well as in the studio. Their latest release, Gael Day, is a wonderful mixture of rock, folk music, and storytelling at it's finest.”
Wendy Donahue - Cleveland Celtic Podcast

Gael Day gives us exactly what we’ve come to expect from The
Elders, and that’s a good thing. Those familiar with the band’s prior releases
know they’ll be greeted by infectious musical hooks that will lead into a rousing
or stirring vocal tune, so catchy you’ll swear you’ve grown up listening to it.
Mark Sisti Mohawk - Valley Irish Cultural Events

This band started off great and has only gotten better over the years. It’s so nice to hear an
Irish rock-type band actually develop its own sound rather than chase after somebody
else’s. Their timeless sound deserves to be heard.
Jamie O'Brien - Philadelphia Irish Edition

Fans of Celtic rock music across North America, in Ireland, and now in Europe have adopted The Elders as favorites in large part as a result of their energetic live shows. With their dynamic new album, The Elders have that much more material wit - multiple

LIVE SHOW REVIEW EXCERPTS

“As local emperors of Celtic roots-rock, The Elders have developed a reputation for bristling live shows and, even better, for exceeding their lofty reputation ... many superstar acts would envy the level of audience participation the Elders achieve.” Tim Finn / KANSAS CITY STAR

"The Elders proffer rootsy Celtic rock immersed in American tradition. Their latest cd, GAEL DAY, is a genuine foot-stomping testament to old-world charms; the Elders' live show, likewise, is a riotous barroom affair that is as invigorating to watch as it is to join"
The Onion, Madison, Wisconsin 3/18/10

"The 2007 Great American Irish festival was a huge success and in large part because of the Elders. People are still talking about the absolutely fantastic shows you put on." Mark Sisti Great American Irish festival / Herkimer, NY

"It was quite a pleasure having The Elders at our fest. It was so cool to see how the audience morphed into a crazed mob during your Saturday night set. I look forward to your return." Julie Rhyner, Pittsburgh Irish Festival

“The Elders are simply the best contemporary Irish band in America! See them live and you’ll understand why they have such a following everywhere they’ve played.” Doug Clifton / KCUV radio – Denver

“I cannot say enough positive things about The Elders – their program was first class. This outstanding band literally had people dancing in the aisles.” Douglas McFarlane / Williams Center for the Arts

“Simply put, one of the finest performances I have EVER seen, any genre, any venue!” Timothy Ace Holleran / Fairfield County Irish Fest (CT)



CD REVIEW EXCERPTS:

"The key to the band’s success is in its flawless blending of the Celtic storytelling tradition with contemporary instrumentation and, perhaps more importantly, their ability to write original songs that sound as timeless and authentic as the ancient jigs and reels that have inspired them." Brian Baker - PASTE Magazine

"Thrilling, propulsive, fantastic Celtic-pop. The Elders are a real find ... a band to shout from the rooftops about. Robert Oermann - MUSIC ROW Magazine

"These guys really do play a style of music fused in a fashion no others have captured quite so well. The Elders are marrow deep in their unique art, and it's not only pleasing as hell, but infectious." Mark Tucker - Folk & Acoustic Music Exchange

"The Elders are without a doubt one of the greatest finds this century."
Charles Dewhurst of Lochbroom FM, Scotland

“The Elders’ music is far from common. The lyrical and musical excellence of these songs will stick in your mind long after the final track has played.” Ray Sidman - GOLDMINE Magazine

“Great melodies, harmonies, musicianship, and song writing. The Elders are on a short list of great Celtic-Rock acts from around the world that I would speak proudly of. John Bowles - Paddy Rock Radio

"The Elders’ songs are up-tempo, high-energy and delivered with passion and fire …but they are clever… a solid 11.5 on the 'rollicking' end of a scale from 1 to 10." The Humm - Almonte, ONTARIO

“The Elders are on top of their game with their new album Gael Day. Songs of magic and mayhem and of better days ahead … contemporary Irish Folk Rock at its very best. “
Shay Clarke - Irish American News

“On Gael Day, Kansas City’s biggest Celtic-rock band stays true to its Celtic roots, but, thanks to some of its best songwriting ever, it streamlines its rock foundation. Kudos, too, to the production, which is lean and clean, yet captures something close to the relentless energy that fills the band’s live shows.”
TIMOTHY FINN - The Kansas City Star

“When it comes to top notch contemporary Irish American music, The Elders are the real deal. Six phenomenally talented musicians, these men are a songwriting and performance powerhouse that delivers onstage as well as in the studio. Their latest release, Gael Day, is a wonderful mixture of rock, folk music, and storytelling at it's finest.”
Wendy Donahue - Cleveland Celtic Podcast

Gael Day gives us exactly what we’ve come to expect from The
Elders, and that’s a good thing. Those familiar with the band’s prior releases
know they’ll be greeted by infectious musical hooks that will lead into a rousing
or stirring vocal tune, so catchy you’ll swear you’ve grown up listening to it.
Mark Sisti Mohawk - Valley Irish Cultural Events

This band started off great and has only gotten better over the years. It’s so nice to hear an
Irish rock-type band actually develop its own sound rather than chase after somebody
else’s. Their timeless sound deserves to be heard.
Jamie O'Brien - Philadelphia Irish Edition

Fans of Celtic rock music across North America, in Ireland, and now in Europe have adopted The Elders as favorites in large part as a result of their energetic live shows. With their dynamic new album, The Elders have that much more material wit - multiple