Get ready for a musical journey connecting Irish tradition, American rock, and the power of family. On Episode 853 of the Pennsylvania Rock Show, host Bill Domiano welcomes Celtic Cross, a New York-based Irish-American band whose distinctive blend of traditional Irish music, contemporary rock, and pop has helped them build a loyal following from the East Coast to Ireland and beyond.

Founded by siblings Kathleen Fee, John Vesey, and Ken Vesey, Celtic Cross grew out of a shared musical upbringing shaped by Irish music sessions, family gatherings, and the vibrant pub scene of the Bronx. Their roots are deeply connected to the traditional music they grew up hearing and playing, but their sound reaches beyond tradition, bringing Celtic instrumentation together with modern songwriting and energetic rock arrangements.

At the heart of the Celtic Cross sound are Kathleen’s powerful vocals and songwriting, Ken’s fiery fiddle playing, and John’s rhythmic accordion. Together, these elements create a signature Celtic rock style that balances the heart and spirit of Irish music with the energy of contemporary rock and pop.

Throughout their history, Celtic Cross has performed at an impressive collection of venues and events, including The Theater at Madison Square Garden, PNC Bank Arts Center, IZOD Center, Waterloo Village, Sherman Theatre, Northern Lights, Kenny’s Castaways, The Harp in Boston, and Joe’s Pub in New York City. Their performance history also includes appearances at Fox & Friends on the Fox News Network, WFUV at Fordham University, and the Museum for Television & Radio, along with performances at colleges and universities throughout the Northeast.

Now, after years of touring and individual musical projects, Celtic Cross is bringing new life to its legacy with brand-new music recorded at Curb Studios in Nashville. The new material honors the band’s Irish-American musical heritage while exploring fresh influences and stories about resilience, family, and the enduring connection between Ireland and America.

With new music planned for release in March 2026, Celtic Cross is embracing its next chapter with renewed energy. The band has also been targeting new performance opportunities in Kansas City and Milwaukee, along with the Newport Folk Festival, as it looks to introduce its music to new audiences while reconnecting with longtime fans.

On this episode of the Pennsylvania Rock Show, discover the story behind Celtic Cross, the musical influences that shaped the band, its history of performances, and the creative direction behind its newest recordings. Whether you’re a fan of Celtic rock, Irish folk music, traditional Irish instrumentation, alternative rock, or independent music, Celtic Cross offers a sound that brings multiple musical worlds together.

The Pennsylvania Rock Show, hosted by Bill Domiano, has been supporting independent and emerging music since 2004. Through interviews, radio, podcast episodes, and on-demand television, the show gives musicians a platform to share their stories, discuss their music, and connect with listeners searching for their next favorite band.

If you enjoy discovering Celtic rock bands, Irish-American music, fiddle-driven rock, accordion-based music, and artists who bring traditional roots into a contemporary sound, this conversation with Celtic Cross is one to check out.

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Official website: https://www.celticcrossband.com/

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