Album Notes

Empty Hats is a dynamic group of performers that surprises and delights their audiences both visually and aurally. \"Enthusiastic\", \"charming\", and \"passionate\" are just 3 words to describe this acoustic blend of traditional and original Celtic music.

Their first CD \"The Hat Came Back\" was released December 2000 and less than 6 months later, the title track was voted one of MP3\'s Top 40 Irish Pub Songs. Fall 2002 they released a \"Greatest Hits\" CD eagerly awaited for by fans along the east coast.

In July 2004 Empty Hats released their 3rd CD \"Captured\". Once again peppering original songs in with the salty traditional tunes, the band tried to give this CD a \"recorded live\" feeling.

In aug 2006 Empty Hats really went \"live\" with their 4th CD \"Released\", with all the music and banter intact, as if you were in the front row.

And NOW...in 2008, hot off the press, their 5th CD creatively entitled \"5\" is ready for your dancing and listening pleasure. A bonus video track of \"The Coachman\" has been added by popular demand!

This fresh, energetic and polished band can bring a crowd to its feet whether at a Renaissance Faire, Music Festival, Pub, or Concert Hall. From King Henry VIII to Katie, Matt & Al of NBC\'s TODAY SHOW, Empty Hats has covered centuries! They are ready to show you why Kalika says \"You guys are the coolest band to a 14 year old!\" and Gary Combs says \"…their music brings a smile to my face, a tear to my eye, and twists my heart into a Celtic Knot!\"

Carl Asch - Lead Vocals, Penny Whistle, Guitar, Mandolin

Lynda Kavy - Bodhran, Percussion, Vocals

Gary Mazzu -Guitar, Vocals