Craic in the Stone

Craic in the Stone was fortunate to get a shout-out on the podcast “Keith’s Music Box” during the July 9 show when he spoke to acclaimed Irish Singer/Songwriter Davey Furey. The podcast also used the intro of our version of Bron-Y-Aur Stomp by Led Zeppelin as a tag - it's the first cut on our new CD, "Pub Tunes", available on our website and all streaming platforms.

Keith's Music Box is the podcast for people who are passionate about rock music. In-depth interviews with legendary and up-and-coming artists. Curated playlists that trip through the decades on an exploration of the tastiest tunes. Classic rock. Hard rock. Folk rock. Alt-rock. Soul. Modern rock. A-sides. Deep tracks. Tune in to Keith's podcast and listen to the episode shouting-out Craic in the Stone here. 

Craic in the Stone will be joining the Fenians on stage at the world-famous, iconic OC venue, The Coach House Concert Hall on Saturday, September 25 for the "Halfway to St. Paddy's Day" Concert.  

Tickets are available directly from the band at our Muldoon's show on Sunday August 8th, for $25, or contact us at craicinthestone@gmail.com and we'll send them out to you, with no service fees. We'll send the tickets to you in advance and can take payment by cash, check, or card.  

Doors open at 6, the show is at 8, but come early for dinner and best seating. 

Hope to see you there! 

Sláinte! ☘️ 

We are sad to announce that the Irish Fair and Music Festival planned for August 14/15 at the Pike Long Beach has been cancelled due to Covid concerns.

We will let you know as we receive news about when it may be rescheduled. Until then, we have a show this Sunday at Muldoon's Irish Pub in Newport Beach from 2-4, and other exciting shows on the horizon. Please check our website and social media for more info. 

Craic in the Stone will be playing at The Celtic Bar at Muldoon's Irish Pub in Newport Beach on August 8th from 2-4pm.

Hi friends! 

We have some exciting news... we will be playing at The Irish Fair and Music Festival in Long Beach at The Pike on August 14th & 15th. It's going to be a great day with lots of great music, food and drink - come join us! 

Follow @irishfairsocal on Instagram and Facebook for info and get tickets at www.theirishfair.org 

See you there! ☘️ 

CRAIC IS BACK AT MULDOON'S - JUNE 6TH FROM 2-4PM

LIVE MUSIC IS BACK!

Muldoon's has undergone an impressive renovation and of course, are continuing with their long-held tradition of bringing in Irish bands to have the Craic!

Craic in the Stone was inducted into Muldoon's Hall of Fame just prior to the pandemic, and now return to Muldoon's Irish Pub for an afternoon of music, cold drinks, and great food, and their new CD, PUB TUNES! 

Join us, it's free! Doors open at 12pm for brunch. Come early for the best seating.

Sláinte!

NEW ALBUM RELEASE!

Just released, Craic in the Stone’s fourth CD - PUB TUNES was recorded at Wellandia Studios and 
features traditional Irish and Scottish songs like: “Dicey Reilly” and “Donald Where’s your Troosers,” 
plus several originals in a similar vein like "We Drink When We’re Dry" and a fitting tribute to their 
favorite ale, "It’s Guinness.” A fun music video was filmed at Muldoon’s Pub a while back and is 
available on YouTube. But a big surprise comes right at track one with "Bron-Y-Aur Stomp,” a Led 
Zeppelin classic that takes on a Celtic-Rock sound, plus a party-ready version of the Proclaimers' "I’m 
Gonna Be (500 Miles).” Reflecting on the challenges we've all endured this past year is "I Will Not Be 
Broken.” Penned by Nashville singer-songwriter and great friend, Mare Wakefield, this powerful 
ballad has already become an instant classic.

The album is available for purchase conveniently on the music page of our website, as well as all streaming platforms. 

Tracks

1. Bron-Y-Aur-Stomp

2. It's Guinness (Album Remix)

3. Donald Where's Your Troosers

4. Only Love Can Light the Dark

5. Dicey Reilly

6. Rosie

7. Bheir Mi O

8. I'm Gonna Be (500 Miles)

9. I Will Not Be Broken

10. We Drink When We're Dry

Like everyone, the band has felt the pain of this pandemic; and like many tenured bands, the sound matures, the personnel changes, and the focus becomes clearer. Craic in the Stone is proud and pleased to introduce our new lead vocalist, Janelle Vione, joined by harmony singer Chris Caputo, and fiddle master, Matt Brislawn. During this break in live shows, Craic has been busy in the studio - recording, writing, and preparing for live music in 2021! CRAIC IS BACK!

Craic in the Stone Lineup 2021

Scotty McKay – Bodhrán/Percussion
Matt Brislawn - Violin/Mandolin
Chris Caputo – Harmony Vocals 
Janelle Vione – Lead Vocals 
Jay Rofsky – Guitar/Vocals 
Bill Strongin – Bass/Vocals

Craic in the Stone is excited and proud to be playing at the Scottish Fest at OC Fairgrounds next weekend for the first time!  We’ll be on the main stage (Strathclyde) smack dab in the center of the festival at 12 and 3 both Saturday and Sunday. As a bonus, we’ll be joined at the 3PM shows each day by the De Barra Irish Dancers!  This is one of the largest Celtic events around, and we hope you can join us! Here’s more from the Fest: 

Scottish Fest 2019 is almost here and we've got an action packed weekend ready for you! 

Come and enjoy the sounds of over 400 bagpipers and drummers, world class Celtic bands on 5 stages of music. Take a stroll down our Scottish Clan row and explore your heritage and genealogy with over 60 Scottish clans. Need a gift for yourself or someone special? Visit one of over 70 vendors selling everything from top quality kilts to fairy wings and crowns! 

​There's also sheep herding, World Championship Highland dancing, Irish Step dancing, Scottish Heavy Athletics where you can watch incredible strong men and women toss the caber and put the stone, enjoy an authentic Scottish meal with items like Scotch meat pies and haggis, and top it off with a fine quality whisky! 

​Kids can enjoy a great children's glen with inflatable jumpers, games and junior athletics where they can take a shot at tossing a kid-sized caber.

For more info, visit ScottishFest.com

What are you doing on April 28th? If you don't know yet, let me fill you in...

First, at 2pm, you are going to come see Craic in the Stone at Muldoon's Irish Pub, as we bring you another wonderful afternoon of Sunday Brunch & Tunes. As always, the show is free, and all ages, so bring the family!

Next, you are going to pop around the corner to watch some of the great Irish films that are part of this year's Newport Beach Film Fest. 

But it doesn't stop there. At 8pm, you are going to HEAD BACK TO MULDOON'S for the Irish Spotlight party, honoring the best in Irish filmmaking and featuring top entertainment and hors d'oeuvres!

Now in its 20th year, the Newport Beach Film Fest runs from April 25 - May 2, and is "committed to enlightening the public with a first-class international film program as well as providing a forum for cultural understanding and enriching educational opportunities". Here is a complete list of this year's films from the Emerald Isle:

• Friday, Apr. 26th, 5:30pm @ Triangle Cinema, Costa Mesa - Float Like a Butterfly
  From the producers of Once and Sing Street, winner of the FIPRESCI Prize at the Toronto International Film Festival
• Sunday, Apr. 28th, 2pm @ Edwards Big Newport 5 - Love, Luck, and Lore Shorts
  Six short films: Ruby, Heart Overheard, Q4l (Quest for Love), My Future Self, Procession, The Overcoat - but of course, if you're here, you'll miss seeing us play!
• Sunday, Apr. 28th, 4:15pm @ Edwards Big Newport 5 - Strong Eire Shorts
  Another collection of 6 shorts: Taking Stock, Johnny, Psychic, Bending Glass, The Vasectomy Doctor, and Backwater
• Sunday, Apr. 28th, 6pm @ Edwards Big Newport  - Irish Spotlight Film & Gala
  A celebration of Irish cinema, followed by a festive Irish Gala at Muldoon's! Three feature-length films: Metal Heart, The Belly of the Whale, and Rosie (pictured above). Rosie will be followed by a Q&A with actor Moe Dunford. Unfortunately, it appears these running times overlap, so you'll have to choose, but you can always check the schedule for replay times and locations.

For more information about these and other grand films and events, or to purchase tickets, visit newportbeachfilmfest.com