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"OREALIS raised the roof with one of the most rousing displays
of plugged folk music I've seen in years. Beefing up the melodies
with megawatts of pop, rock, jazz and hip-hop, the diversely
talented Gossages took MacGeachy's traditional renderings and
made'em funky. OREALIS have set a new standard of Celtic
music in this city" - Hour, Montreal
"OREALIS makes music just this side of heaven - steeped in
tradition yet aware of the times." - Montreal Gazette
"Their innovative arrangements, great musicianship and material
which spans both sides of the Atlantic has gained then a reputation
as one of the most exciting Celtic bands in this country."
- Vancouver Sun
Since their formation Orealis has been taking traditional Celtic
music and setting it on its ear. From Vangelis's new age to the
Waterboys Celtic-rock they have spanned the length and
breadth of the genre. Their enthusiasm and creativity has won
them a dedicated and expanding following. - Irish Echo
Montreal's Orealis, along with other important Celtic purveyors,
take things a step further by drawing on folk music to put new
spins on their traditional sound; the music melts wondrously
around your ears. - Ottawa Citizen
"The latest album from Canadian Celtic band OREALIS is a
magnificent tapestry of music and storytelling that successfully
merges traditional influences with jazz, rock and other styles of
music. Orealis delivers a wonderful, charming album that is sure
to be a classic in the genre." - Dirty Linen
"It's a rare and special treat to be able to put on a CD for the
first time and love it from the word go." - Val Cormier, Rogue Folk Review
"This fine album by a Quebec group of Celtic descent shows how
the World Music revolution is spreading." - Denver Post
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