To me, THIS is what The Waterboys have always been about. Age means nothing. They sound as good here if not better than when they were very young. This is community of musicians and people who've come together in such a loving way. 'Tis a beautiful ting!
As an Englishman working away from home alone and in Scotland for over 3 years , Only the cold in Inverness with the warmth of the crowd and the absolute god blessed WATERBOYS playing shit like this ! This my friends is what's called a moment in time. Whoever witnessed this should be listened too and Mike you personally sir understood that this crowd on this night could only let you play them like you do at the end of this masterpiece. I bless not only the band but also the crowd It takes 2 to tango and this was tango in the night! brings tears to my eyes every time I watch this ... bless you all !
One of the reasons I love Ray Donovan is that sometimes the show ends with something so extraordinary that I wind up spending hours finding it on RUclips or Pirate Bay or anywhere because I want to hear it again and again and again ... and this is one of the best. Thank you Ray Donovan people!
Doubt they will hit Washington DC ready to quit listening to this band good way to lose fans by not playing in cities that have supported them & then give en the heave ho losing interest in them cuz if not playing in cities r dying to seeing them f em!!!👎
Well done, mate. Hey,...have ya heard of "In the Heart of the Sea" ?? Nathaniel Philbrick, that's The Name you need to think of, when you hear about "this movie", later in 2015. 'Not often (now days) anything So Great is written by one with so much detail. I mean, not when it was a true Adventure story that took place in early 1819. THIS IS -- EASILY -- ONE OF MY FAVORITE BOOKS ever READ! & I fear I will give it away, if I go on. Again: True. Survival. Happening. Book written by, ... one who was there. To hell what it inspired (Melville's "Moby Dick".) You may even remember (riiight) my going on about this book in 2009-10? when I read it and just started to post on Fb, how un-fn-beeleevable, this story is. "Is" because it is real, it happened..., and only time (& Melville's great book) blurred, burried this story, which was again, gut-wrenching, heart-filled, ...real-life American history (see: DJ Drama; whale hunting; Massachusetts sea faring; true beauty.) I am emphatically telling you: READ THIS BOOK. BEFORE You See the Movie. I am sure Ron Howard, directing, handles it with the respect it deserves. He is a Great Director. Just, trust me-- you need to read what, Philbrook, himself, "lived" and wrote years after, when incredibly, his account of this classic American-survival tale was found in a most un-conventional way. America became so big, so large that a tale of the sea, I guess, in a time without " media " (wink, wink) was...lost. It was so long-forgotten, and again, it is one-thing to say it inspired Melville to write a classic, fictitious American novel, when he did. It is another to rediscover the crazy, incomprehensible real-life story, itself. It was eal, not the prose of 'Moby Dick', and in my opinion because it was true, a story I can visualize a little more, clearer. the old 'fiction v. non-fiction' battle on this front, I spose. But, with this one-- yikes. We'll all agree, after a deep breath, "Jes', what would I have done?" Do yourself a favor. READ THE BOOK FIRST.
+J Harding I was looking for a good read just finished my last one. Thanks for the recommendation. ... one question, were you drinking when you posted this? (Just kidding, love the enthusiasm. )
WHY OH WHY do audiences for this song always go "Woo-hoo-hoo!" on all three choruses, when in fact it's just a single "woo!" the first two times and then a full "Woo-hoo-hoo!" the last time. It's supposed to be climactic, that's why he gives it the full monty on the final chorus. I don't know why this bugs me so much!!! Maybe cos I'm a musician and he recorded it that way (and still sings it that way) for a good structural reason. But people can't stop themselves going "Woo-hoo-hoo!" every single time. In fact every musician or band I've ever seen playing this song in pubs (and sometimes I've been a member of the band!) sing it that way too. Because they overlook the subtleties; which are what make good songs. They're diluting the effect can't they see?? Or rather hear...please someone tell me you agree! I can't be the only one...ok sorry, I'll go and lie down now...
+Tom George You're right, they should stop the song and make sure every person is singing the right words in the right verse. Make them practice over and over and over again untill most of them can do it.Then, if they can do it sober and coherently .. They will be allowed to sing along if they concentrate on not having a good time an sing better than some dickhead on youtube expects them to.If they cant they get kicked out. They paid for it afterall did you..? Now ill have a lie down.. After a few more beers, of course..
+Tom George Actually to be fair.. you're right. I understand what you mean about why it ruins it especially when the "fans" should know how it goes and sing right, but they dont. I get it. But i think it would be extremely difficult to get a large group of idiots to care enuf to do the woo hoo hoo parts in the right place. And i apologize for being a jerk i think i was drawn to ur comment cause its something i think i would say too. Anyways yeah sorry..
haha no problem... i just really respect Mike Scott as a songwriter and I think the single "woo" is what makes the song a bit different. As a songwriter I notice these tiny things...I wonder if it irritates him that people do that - probably not cos he's taking the money!
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Ladies and gentlemen. Here we have some REAL musicians.
it' s the truth , Mike scott is very good a great songwriter
The best song of the last 30 years? The buskers on the streets of Ireland would probably vote that it is.
To me, THIS is what The Waterboys have always been about. Age means nothing. They sound as good here if not better than when they were very young. This is community of musicians and people who've come together in such a loving way. 'Tis a beautiful ting!
Always remember that all the songs there written by a SCOTSMAN..from Ayr...
Now 46, found this song at 16 on a vinyl record !!
Love it every time more and more I play.
GOD BLESS THE WATERBOYS !
I'm older than you and found it on CD. I'd love to find a vinyl pressing.
As an Englishman working away from home alone and in Scotland for over 3 years ,
Only the cold in Inverness with the warmth of the crowd and the absolute god blessed WATERBOYS playing shit like this !
This my friends is what's called a moment in time. Whoever witnessed this should be listened too and Mike you personally sir understood that this crowd on this night could only let you play them like you do at the end of this masterpiece. I bless not only the band but also the crowd
It takes 2 to tango and this was tango in the night! brings tears to my eyes every time I watch this ... bless you all !
One of the reasons I love Ray Donovan is that sometimes the show ends with something so extraordinary that I wind up spending hours finding it on RUclips or Pirate Bay or anywhere because I want to hear it again and again and again ... and this is one of the best. Thank you Ray Donovan people!
Couldnt have said it better
Agreed. I get the same thing from Insecure.
What a fantastic band to set off your emotions
Outstanding,,, lovely unexpected slide solo. 👏 👏
Kalle und ich lieben diesen Song, wir leben in Ostfriesland, sind freie Friesen
⭐️
The perfect music for spending my holidays in the highlands and heading to Inverness next week!
indeed one of the best ever songs to have graced the big blue
brings tears.... beautiful.... :)
I agree
ANGELA DESDE ARGENTINA 🇦🇷 ME ECANTA ESTE TEMA Y QUIERO K ME DESPIDAN EL DIA DE MI MUERTE CON ESTE TEMA Y LA CASA DEL SOL NACIENTE DE ANIMAL
Timeless, the music, the band, Mike Scott.
2021 one of the best
Ray Donavan brought me here. What a great song.
When I watch and hear this this I feel my life being affirmed ...wonderful wonderful wonderful 👏👏👏
One of the most stunning songs ever
inverness is a hell of a nice town. rocks!
This whole album is MAGIC.
They are playing at the 'Hardly strictly Bluegrass Festival' in san francisco in October and its FREE!!!
Did you go ?
I wish they'd record a version like this. This is magic.
El blues del pescador - Celtas Cortos 👌🏻
This song speaks to anyone who was ever potentially at the mercy of the elements...and loved the challenge !
Tariq Hossenbux which elements
Brilliant👍👍👍
Love it. Love it. Love it. Musicianship at its finest.
Still a fantastic song
met him and Steve at Brussels Embarrrased myself ! Steve was nice!
The waterboys did go overseas, but they have produced a great catalogue songs.
Super gut! 😀
Wow...perfect time, perfect trip, perfect album!!
I feel happy singing this incredible song!!!
Just brilliant! Feel very home in Ireland! Best folk sound ever!Salute!!
So good.
Sooooooo good. Best music ever and sounds just as great as they did in the 80's.
no me canso de escuchar este tema es un clásico de barrio acá en argentina saludos
All time best!!!
Good memories!!!!
Love you guys so much beautiful song
La mejor canción que he escuchado nunca.
Love that song so much beautiful song
Hope they hit the South this summer! Rumor is they are touring the US.
Doubt they will hit Washington DC ready to quit listening to this band good way to lose fans by not playing in cities that have supported them & then give en the heave ho losing interest in them cuz if not playing in cities r dying to seeing them f em!!!👎
Don’t count on it coming your way not my city either gave up on them all together f em!!!! 👎👎🤬🤬
Gave my album to Mr. Trash can done period!!!!👎🤬😡
What, Galashiels..?
I LOVE THIS VERSION! WONDROUS AND JOYFUL. MYSTICAL!
So good
Wow! Amazing!
Awesome
ligth in my headdddd
you in my arms
I like music that gives a spirit to stand up . 1830 Kent's swing riots . This trance me rebelion
2019 - brilliant
ALWAYS GREAT
Brilliant 👌
Reminds me of my beautiful brother mannie xxx😘
C'est formidable.
Je suis d'accord, mon ami :)
Brilliant
wow
Que temazo
Class
Maravilloso tema
serious kick ass tune! i won't say talented cause this takes HARD work and practice!
Awesome song!
I went to go see this concert
brill
Amo esta canción.
I f got old !
❤
WHOO
Buenísima y para toda la vida. Brutal.
Its just the bizz xxxxxxxxxxxxxx
Wow, stunning!
WOW!!!
Love it xx🎶🌈
Thank you :)
Brilliant!
Love this!
quality sound quality
👌👌👌🤸🤸🤘🤘🤘
WOOHOO
👌
Muy grandes! Bravo 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
🇦🇷💪🇦🇷
いいね
Thats cool as fuck
what happened to the mandolins? it what drives the song. an why a petal steel when you've got a violin? makes me feel old.
I love your so much you guys a good band love your music and birlent
Love your band
Well done, mate. Hey,...have ya heard of "In the Heart of the Sea" ?? Nathaniel Philbrick, that's The Name you need to think of, when you hear about "this movie", later in 2015. 'Not often (now days) anything So Great is written by one with so much detail. I mean, not when it was a true Adventure story that took place in early 1819. THIS IS -- EASILY -- ONE OF MY FAVORITE BOOKS ever READ! & I fear I will give it away, if I go on. Again: True. Survival. Happening. Book written by, ... one who was there. To hell what it inspired (Melville's "Moby Dick".) You may even remember (riiight) my going on about this book in 2009-10? when I read it and just started to post on Fb, how un-fn-beeleevable, this story is. "Is" because it is real, it happened..., and only time (& Melville's great book) blurred, burried this story, which was again, gut-wrenching, heart-filled, ...real-life American history (see: DJ Drama; whale hunting; Massachusetts sea faring; true beauty.) I am emphatically telling you: READ THIS BOOK. BEFORE You See the Movie. I am sure Ron Howard, directing, handles it with the respect it deserves. He is a Great Director. Just, trust me-- you need to read what, Philbrook, himself, "lived" and wrote years after, when incredibly, his account of this classic American-survival tale was found in a most un-conventional way. America became so big, so large that a tale of the sea, I guess, in a time without " media " (wink, wink) was...lost. It was so long-forgotten, and again, it is one-thing to say it inspired Melville to write a classic, fictitious American novel, when he did. It is another to rediscover the crazy, incomprehensible real-life story, itself. It was eal, not the prose of 'Moby Dick', and in my opinion because it was true, a story I can visualize a little more, clearer. the old 'fiction v. non-fiction' battle on this front, I spose. But, with this one-- yikes. We'll all agree, after a deep breath, "Jes', what would I have done?" Do yourself a favor. READ THE BOOK FIRST.
+J Harding I was looking for a good read just finished my last one. Thanks for the recommendation. ... one question, were you drinking when you posted this? (Just kidding, love the enthusiasm. )
Ann Grimes you rock
Read the book. Good but rather depressing: Still gotta see the movie.
Ann Grimes
All the children would
WHY OH WHY do audiences for this song always go "Woo-hoo-hoo!" on all three choruses, when in fact it's just a single "woo!" the first two times and then a full "Woo-hoo-hoo!" the last time. It's supposed to be climactic, that's why he gives it the full monty on the final chorus. I don't know why this bugs me so much!!! Maybe cos I'm a musician and he recorded it that way (and still sings it that way) for a good structural reason. But people can't stop themselves going "Woo-hoo-hoo!" every single time. In fact every musician or band I've ever seen playing this song in pubs (and sometimes I've been a member of the band!) sing it that way too. Because they overlook the subtleties; which are what make good songs. They're diluting the effect can't they see?? Or rather hear...please someone tell me you agree! I can't be the only one...ok sorry, I'll go and lie down now...
+Tom George You're right, they should stop the song and make sure every person is singing the right words in the right verse. Make them practice over and over and over again untill most of them can do it.Then, if they can do it sober and coherently .. They will be allowed to sing along if they concentrate on not having a good time an sing better than some dickhead on youtube expects them to.If they cant they get kicked out. They paid for it afterall did you..? Now ill have a lie down.. After a few more beers, of course..
oh man i didn't mean to sound like a twat...its just something that bothers me and this is a forum where i can tell the world!!!!
+Tom George Actually to be fair.. you're right. I understand what you mean about why it ruins it especially when the "fans" should know how it goes and sing right, but they dont. I get it. But i think it would be extremely difficult to get a large group of idiots to care enuf to do the woo hoo hoo parts in the right place. And i apologize for being a jerk i think i was drawn to ur comment cause its something i think i would say too. Anyways yeah sorry..
haha no problem... i just really respect Mike Scott as a songwriter and I think the single "woo" is what makes the song a bit different. As a songwriter I notice these tiny things...I wonder if it irritates him that people do that - probably not cos he's taking the money!
People are just happy to see him ... self righteous arsehole
So sad to see Mike turn around to reveal a bald patch. God I hate time.
Great singer song music why do some f in bands just play certain cities? Great way to lose old die hard fans like me!!! 🤬🤬😡😡
4 chords. Fucking tune man.
The drummer has the wrong idea.
Ah, not such a big deal. Have you seen Mike Ness lately? He looks OLD, but he looks cool! An aging but unabashed rocker!
Mr mike and mad fiddler kept me alive on iourneysfrom gigs..when back after car was stolen with early Waterboys recordings!Saved my life...whoo..lads👏