Amazon.com The all-female Irish-American ensemble, on their second release for the Rounder label, have fashioned an uncluttered, forward-looking yet tradition-based and unabashedly sentimental set. Recorded between Scotland, where producer Phil Cunningham resides, and the United States, with guest stints from Irish accordionist Sharon Shannon, British folk star Kate Rusby and Karen Matheson of the Scottish supergroup Capercaille, this may well be their personal best to date. Bandleader Joanie Madden's dulcet tone and precise yet lyrical phrasing on various flutes and whistles r… read more
Amazon.com The all-female Irish-American ensemble, on their second release for the Rounder label, have fashioned an uncluttered, forward-looking yet … read more
Amazon.com The all-female Irish-American ensemble, on their second release for the Rounder label, have fashioned an uncluttered, forward-looking yet tradition-based and unabashedly senti… read more
Cherish the Ladies is an American female 'super group' that plays Celtic music. Originally formed from Irish-American female musicians, the current lineup is founding members Joanie Madden and Mary Coogan, both from New York, all-Ireland Champion Mirella Murray from Connemara, County Galway, on accordion, pianist Kathleen Boyle from Glasgow, Scotland, fiddler Nollaig Casey from Bandon, Co Cork, and Kate Purcell from Co Clare on vocals. When describing Cherish the Ladies, the critics say it best; "It is simply impossible to imagine an audience that wouldn't enjoy … read more
Cherish the Ladies is an American female 'super group' that plays Celtic music. Originally formed from Irish-American female musicians, the current lineup is founding members Joan… read more
Cherish the Ladies is an American female 'super group' that plays Celtic music. Originally formed from Irish-American female musicians, the current lineup is founding members Joanie Madden and Mary Coogan, both from New York,… read more