Profile

Celtic Thunder is a singing group that specializes in Celtic music. The group is composed of five singers who each perform both solo and ensemble numbers. When on tour, they are accompanied by the Celtic Thunder Band.

The group's five male vocalists are Damian McGinty, Keith Harkin, Ryan Kelly, Paul Byrom, and George Donaldson. They are sometimes joined by 6th member, Neil Byrne, who provides vocals, guitar and percussion.

They sing traditional Celtic songs, such as “Mountains of Mourne” and “Come By the Hills.” However the group performs a mix of styles that includes songs of singers, they salute as musical greats - from Fred Astaire to Neil Diamond, from Jim Croce to Chicago, from Michael Buble to The Beach Boys!.

Since the group's formation, Celtic Thunder has released five albums: "Celtic Thunder,""Act Two," "Take Me Home," "It's Entertainment," and "Christmas." theyve also produced a DVD that includes three of their live performances, these being: "Celtic Thunder: The Show," "Take Me Home", and "It's Entertainment!" In March of 2009 the Celtic Thunder played for President and Mrs. Obama at the White House. In December 2009, Billboard magazine named Celtic Thunder Top World Album Artist.

The group tours extensively, and their tour stops include Atlantic City.

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