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What people say about
Eileen McGann and her music:


"McGann has become synonymous with Celtic-influenced Canadian folksong. She is one of the finest contemporary Canadian singer-songwriters of today." -Celtic Heritage Magazine, Halifax N.S. 
"What would you say to songwriting a la Stan Rogers allied to a voice of like ilk to Mary Black?...Eileen's voice has a stunning immediacy & power that threatens to overwhelm the unwary listener with its sheer exquisiteness." - Folk Roots, London, England

"McGann continues the Canadian tradition of honest, subtle storytelling and musical observation that has earned the respect of folk musicians and fans worldwide. McGann's own personal journey has been a bright one, and it looks to be getting brighter all the time." - The Calgary Sun
"Magnificent songs and equally magnificent voice." - Steve Klein, Lansing State Journal
"An exhilarating performer, Eileen McGann has a magnificent voice & a knack for writing topical songs with the right amount of humour for an eclectic audience." - The Gazette, Northampton, MA.
"Delivered with a beautiful ballad-mezzo, her melodies seem timeless and traditional, but the lyrics are urgently modern. She could be Canada's next big songwriter." - Scott Alarik, The Boston Globe
"One of folk music's most breathtaking voices... her songs range from Celtic and traditional to very contemporary and topical....A gifted lyric poet and musical composer whose gorgeous vocals make her a must-see performer!" -Songstreet Productions, Boston
"Eileen McGann is rapidly becoming Canada's folk music voice to the world. She is one of this country's best folk songwriters, an exceptional singer and one of the finest interpreters of traditional music to be found on the music scene today." - Regina Folk Festival 
"Canada's Eileen McGann stole the first half of the show. McGann's strength was a clear, astounding voice, best heard in songs reflecting Celtic roots...(and in) the power of her traditional stylings." -Paul Robicheau, The Boston Globe (Review of the Harvard Winter Folk Festival)
"Power is the key word when speaking of an Eileen McGann concert. Her voice - both lyrical voice and singing voice - is a powerful instrument." - Dirty Linen Magazine, USA
"Hauntingly beautiful voice and abundant poetic songwriting." - The Providence Journal-Bulletin, Providence, RI
 
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