Had a great tune called “I don’t belong” with very clever wordplay. Was not surprised to learn of the band members mutual interest in poetry and that’s what brought them together initially. In parts it reminds me of the cure but the guys wordplay is really impressive The references about bones of children is referring to the discovery of a mass grave of babies found in Tuam Ireland. The reference of the cokeys it seems is about a radio show host who apparently takes coke and earns a huge salary and living a luxurious life while talking about the cost of living crisis on his show. Male Suicide is also rising quite significantly and there Is alot of disillusionment among young Irish men and it probably is a reflection on how hard life is becoming for the youth. All in all a really thoughtful and brilliant song 👏
I am Irish and I can safely say that many (probably most) young Irish people can relate to the political lyrics. I love the line ‘about the Gall of Fine Gael and the Fail of Fianna Fáil,. For context Fine Gael and Fianna Fail where the 2 largest political parties in Ireland and historically the most successful in elections. The word ‘Fáil’ in the name Fianna Fáil sounds like the word ‘Fall’ in the Irish Language. However many Irish people sometimes mockingly pronounce it Fianna *Fail* because they see Fianna Fáils recent leadership as a general failure. So ‘Fail of Fianna Fáil’ is a clever play on words.
Nah, that is too obvious. Listen to that song carefully, much more subtle political reference “And I love you like a penny loves the pocket of a priest” Bar the rare Priest or nun or brothers … the religious orders always looked down upon the poor … particularly the Irish…hence they always sided with the rich and powerful. First the British and then the political class amongst the Irish
One problem with their lyrics is that they are rather hypocritical when you take into account who is involved in their management …. One time pub owners now property speculators who have ruined the pub scene in Dublin
Saw them in 2019, had tickets for them in April but lead singer had laryngitis and they had to postpone til October. Looking forward to all the new material live.
Well the general feeling is that guitar music has been dead for so long and now these guys come along and have turned things around. They're actually to good, I don't think the world was ready for them because music has been so bad withthe last 10 years.
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Had a great tune called “I don’t belong” with very clever wordplay. Was not surprised to learn of the band members mutual interest in poetry and that’s what brought them together initially.
In parts it reminds me of the cure but the guys wordplay is really impressive
The references about bones of children is referring to the discovery of a mass grave of babies found in Tuam Ireland. The reference of the cokeys it seems is about a radio show host who apparently takes coke and earns a huge salary and living a luxurious life while talking about the cost of living crisis on his show. Male Suicide is also rising quite significantly and there Is alot of disillusionment among young Irish men and it probably is a reflection on how hard life is becoming for the youth.
All in all a really thoughtful and brilliant song 👏
Wow Kevin I should have zoomed you in on this one, great stuff there! Thanks!
Impressive
Saw these live in Nottingham not long ago.. Absolutely insane. What a band!
Bet that was great! Thanks Sven!
I am Irish and I can safely say that many (probably most) young Irish people can relate to the political lyrics. I love the line ‘about the Gall of Fine Gael and the Fail of Fianna Fáil,. For context Fine Gael and Fianna Fail where the 2 largest political parties in Ireland and historically the most successful in elections. The word ‘Fáil’ in the name Fianna Fáil sounds like the word ‘Fall’ in the Irish Language. However many Irish people sometimes mockingly pronounce it Fianna *Fail* because they see Fianna Fáils recent leadership as a general failure. So ‘Fail of Fianna Fáil’ is a clever play on words.
Really appreciate the insight!!!
Nah, that is too obvious. Listen to that song carefully, much more subtle political reference
“And I love you like a penny loves the pocket of a priest”
Bar the rare Priest or nun or brothers … the religious orders always looked down upon the poor … particularly the Irish…hence they always sided with the rich and powerful. First the British and then the political class amongst the Irish
One problem with their lyrics is that they are rather hypocritical when you take into account who is involved in their management …. One time pub owners now property speculators who have ruined the pub scene in Dublin
A dig at a certain former Late Late Show Presenter and RTE Radio1 broadcaster ?
Good choice, Kevin. Great band. Saw them in concert not long ago and was not disappointed.
Thanks for Watching!
Thanks for highlighting this one. It's my favourite song from my favourite album of 2022.
High praise! Thanks for watching Erik!
Thanks Shawn, a band that’s on the rise.
Thanks for bringing it Kevin!
GREAT band! Best alt rock band out today!
High praise! Thanks for watching!
I like that VERY Stone Roses (I wanna be your dog) intro. Great band live.
Saw them in 2019, had tickets for them in April but lead singer had laryngitis and they had to postpone til October. Looking forward to all the new material live.
Thanks Grant!
Ah I thought the cure first but yeah Stone roses is in there
sickest band alive today!
They are great!
Great song, potential to become a great band with a few more quality albums
Thanks for watching Monavale!
They’ve been a great band for a long time. This album was a #1 record in two countries lol
Well the general feeling is that guitar music has been dead for so long and now these guys come along and have turned things around. They're actually to good, I don't think the world was ready for them because music has been so bad withthe last 10 years.
There are some good rock bands out there, you just have to dig deep. Thanks!
rude and ignorant comment tbh
Grian is pronounced 'Gree - An', it's an Irish name.
Appreciate it