Up Close with Celtic Thunder

Since its start in 2007, Celtic Thunder has found appeal way beyond the performers' home countries of Ireland and Scotland. Their tours take them on the worldwide stage, and their shows have been featured many times on PBS. Celtic Thunder members George Donaldson and Neil Byrne have been a part of each one of those PBS programs, including the most recent called "Mythology." They talk to host Stephanie Aldrich about their early music influences their individual paths that led them to become part of Celtic Thunder.
Presented by Tennova Healthcare, Up Close is produced by East Tennessee PBS.

[@barbaragrove3651]

Just saw this interview for the first time. Makes me love this group even more! Sure do miss George though, he was such a lovely soul. ❤

[@susanduncan6971]

I’m loving this, it’s helping me get to know the boys since I’m such a long way from them and never likely to see them or meet them. I love them so much indeed.🎉❤❤❤😅😅

[@katherinenason7389]

RIP George! Watching this video just made me cry all over again.

[@franklinrowan5845]

instablaster...

[@carolvaughn4916]

I believe the amazing ,I got to see them in person and I enjoyed them so much

[@buddy68]

Never forget you. R.i.p. 🕊🕊

[@carolynhubbell9116]

I feel this group is a type that make you feel good and at times get a good laughter from the way they play each song. I am glad I found you

[@susanduncan6971]

I don’t think I have much more to say, not a big talker. Be simply found a new group and fallen in love with them all. Everyone of them is so utterly delightful. 😂❤😂❤

[@carlaaustin6054]

I enjoyed this interview. Gives insight into the music and the group.

[@bobopaxaton]

This is a wonderful interview with George and Neil. It almost seems as if he is not gone.

[@janeelfgren]

This is THE BEST BAND.

[@susanduncan6971]

You’re a wee sweetie Neil, adorable!

[@LadyinPink763]

Fantastic interview with Neil and George from Celtic Thunder. The best so far.

[@ThePAcountrygirl]

Excellent interview with George & Neil...Best group around!!

[@paulaylward5565]

Love this group

[@paulaylward5565]

True

[@julianagiles317]

❤Love Celtic Thunder.

[@milliebanks7209]

Wonderful! Excellent interview!

[@rebeccad5988]

Wonderful Excellent 👍

[@susanduncan6971]

Are all the Irish men as sweet as this and as funny as this.😅

[@heav3n_ly]

Miss you Georgie

[@katielou700]

😥😥😥😥😥🇺🇸♥️🎶 RIP🎚

[@katielou700]

Beautifully entertaining as always🎶

[@meripederson8379]

My favorite that Neal has done Noreen

[@annewarren6804]

i have a cd that says they are Celtic Thunder but does not include a single member of the the group as we known them. Did they have to buy the name from the older one?

[@judithwhite3801]

There is another group also known as Celtic Thunder. I believe there is an arrangement between them.

[@annewarren6804]

wasn't Ryan an original member?

[@jamiecee4960]

Yes, and George was the first one to be in the group. I think Then Ryan.

[@jessicacastle92]

Anne Warren originally it was george ryan keith paul and damian

[@jessicacastle92]

Anne Warren originally it was george ryan keith paul and damian

[@JoanVioletStretch]

Jessica Castle original members of CT were Ryan, Keith and Neil, George soon after, then Damian as a boy, making 5 as their official line up. I have a recording of Neil with a punk look and some facial hair, Keith was the bonniest with that blonde hair and Ryan looking much younger.

[@iamjudetoday]

What is the date of this interview?

[@jakubkuzmicki8572]

Must be before 2014 bc George (bald guy) died in 2014

[@iamjudetoday]

Just wondering if it was George’s last interview.

[@renimuhammad8831]

It was in 2013. Bcz Mythology Show was in that year

[@wayneorr6748]

Music

[@karencuster4340]

How did George die?

[@snuppa55]

He died from a massive heartattack, in his home in his sleep.Tragedy

[@katielou700]

✝️😢♥️🎶🇺🇸
RIP George. We miss you.

[@deirdrerussell1585]

Love this groups voices and harmonys together.