Tuesday, April 25, 2017
Monday, April 24, 2017
2017-04-24 EP REVIEW - RAISE MY KILT "Gaitas and tanos" (2016)
Raise My Kilt "Gaitas y tanos" EP, digital release, Wagner Records
Release date: December 28, 2016
Running time: 13:09, 4 tracks
Argentina is the third country of South America in terms of population and the fifth country of the whole America (North, Central and South). While there is a burgeoning Celtic punk/rock scene in Brazil, we have had no news from Argentinian bands. This was a little bit weird, as 70% of the Spanish emigration to Argentina were Galician people. Last year a band from Rosario was featured on Celtic Folk Punk and More: Index Of. A couple of bagpipes punk songs were included on their debut album, but it was not a full Celtic punk album. Recently, we were contacted by a “real” Celtic punk rock band from Buenos Aires: Raise My Kilt. A couple of videos for songs from their first EP can be found on our YouTube channel and now we’re posting our thoughts about the “Gaitas and tanos” EP.
Raise My Kilt were founded in 2013 and they are Carlos Caverna (bass and vocals), Mariano Miramontes (electric guitar and vocals), Pablo Gadea (Highland and small pipes), Damián Giancarlo (electric and acoustic guitar, mandolin), Diego Guyón Moreno (banjo and acoustic guitar) and Manuel Magariños (drums). “Gaitas and tanos” was released at the end of 2016 and consists of 4 tracks, an original, a Scottish tune, a 77 punk song and an Irish song.
“Raise My Voice” is the only self-penned song. It’s the proof that the band can also write their own stuff.
I daresay that Raise My Kilt are the Argentinian answer to Black Tartan Clan. Both bands have pipes and banjo, and the sound is similar. Besides, Black Tartan Clan also covered Sham 69’s anthem “If the Kids Are United”. Don't expect a carbon copy, Raise My Kilt deliver their own cover.
“Hector the Hero” gets a Celtic punk rock treatment that differs from the Wolfstone’s rendition, and it’s one of the EP hottest moments.
“Wild Rover” is amazing too. Instead of following the usual approach, Raise My Kilt have based their cover on the version recorded by Stiff Little Fingers on their 1989 live album “See You Up There!”
“Gaitas and tanos” is a kick-ass EP to whet appetites. I’m looking forward to listening to the band’s debut album. Check out the videos at the bottom of this post and, if you like what you hear, buy their EP.
Track listing:
1 - Raise My Voice 3:01
2 - Hector the Hero 3:14
3 - If the Kids Are United 3:12
4 - Wild Rover 3:42
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Review by Kinksmarkham
Sunday, April 23, 2017
2017-04-23 VIDEOS - CELTAS CORTOS AND FLOGGING MOLLY
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Celtas Cortos - Fiesta (In Crescendo - Directo con la OSPA)
Flogging Molly - "The Guns of Jericho" (Lyric video)
Flogging Molly - "The Hand of John L. Sullivan" (Lyric video)
Flogging Molly - "The Guns of Jericho" (Lyric video)
Flogging Molly - "The Hand of John L. Sullivan" (Lyric video)
Wednesday, April 19, 2017
2017-04-19 ALBUM REVIEW - RESTLESS FEET "Homeward Bound" (2017)
Restless Feet "Homeward Bound"
Release date: March 15, 2017
Running time: 40:30, 13 tracks
“Homeward Bound” is the sophomore album by German band Restless Feet: Kai (vocals, tin whistle, Irish flute, banjo), Markus (vocals, guitar), Marcy (vocals, fiddle), Arthur (bass, banjo, electric guitar) and Alex (drums). If their debut album included a couple of Breton songs, this time the five piece band from Freiburg have focused on their own stuff (6 tracks) and some sea songs and Irish songs (7 tracks).
Regarding the original stuff, my fave is track no. 10, “The Ballad of Johnny Doran” with its chorus “I’m the Everywhere Man, slán and I’m gone”. “Sailor’s Yarn” is another highlight: drunken vocals, great fiddling and female backing vocals. The opener “Hold Sway” is a good Celtic punk number with a The Moorings twist. “Wake’s Souvenir” have an intro, the previous cut titled “The Cabin”, featuring accordion. The main song is well written, with interesting fiddle and flute arrangements, rocking guitar and backing vocals. Finally, “Waste My Throat (on Irish Folk)” is a kick-ass R’n’R number about the music we all love.
I enjoy when bands record sets of tunes on their albums. Restless Feet deliver a set consisting of “Irish Washerwoman”, “Cooley’s Reel” and “Maid behind the Bar”. Banjo, fiddle and flute do a great job.
There are a couple of Irish rebel songs, the amazing cover of “Boys of Wexford” and the poignant rendition of “By Memory Inspired”. The other traditional numbers / standards are all of them related to the sea. “The Shores of Botany Bay” includes a fiddle and tin whistle tune and it’s a great cover; “Rolling Down to Old Maui” has a fantastic fiddling towards the end. Both “Greenland Whale Fisheries” and “The Irish Rover” were recorded by The Pogues. “Greenland Whale Fisheries” follows the usual approach, but fortunately Restless Feet have added a traditional tune and some hey hey shouts à la Mahones. So the final result is awesome. “The Irish Rover” is played with gusto, but nothing new is offered to differ from other versions.
If Restless Feet’s debut album came in a jewel case, “Homeward Bound” comes in a 4 panel digipack with a 12 page booklet. All the lyrics to the songs and a lot of pics are included.
Restless Feet are a tight band and their original material on this album is top-notch. They have also selected some traditional stuff that will sound new to a lot of fans. In other words, there are a lot of songs on this album that will please the Celtic punk fans.
Track listing:
01. I Hold Sway 2:25
02. The Cabin (Wake's Intro) 0:26
03. Wake's Souvenir 3:47
04. The Shores of Botany Bay 3:33
05. Sailor's Yarn 2:23
06. Waste My Throat (On Irish Folk) 3:22
07. Tuneset 2:58
08. Greenland Whale Fisheries 3:17
09. The Boys of Wexford 3:29
10. The Ballad of Johnny Doran 3:45
11. The Irish Rover 3:11
12. By Memory Inspired 3:52
13. Rolling Down to Old Maui 4:01
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Review by Kinksmarkham
Monday, April 17, 2017
2017-04-17 VIDEOS - 13KRAUSS, CELTAS CORTOS, BEYOND THE FIELDS
On 6:50 PM
In 3 Videos, Beyond the Fields, Celtas Cortos, Celtic Punk, Celtic Rock, Spain, Switzerland, Trece Krauss (13Krauss)
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Monday, April 10, 2017
2017-04-10 VIDEOS - MAD MAN'S CREW, FLOGGING MOLLY, MR. IRISH BASTARD
On 7:01 PM
In 3 Videos, Celtic Punk, Flogging Molly, Germany, Hungary, Mad Man's Crew, Mr.Irish Bastard, USA
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Mad Man's Crew - Left Behind
Flogging Molly - Reptile (We Woke Up)
Mr. Irish Bastard - Fuck You My Darling
Flogging Molly - Reptile (We Woke Up)
Mr. Irish Bastard - Fuck You My Darling
Sunday, April 9, 2017
2017-04-09 ALBUM REVIEW - McSCALLYWAG "Dirty Water" (2017)
McScallywag "Dirty Water"
Release date: February 1, 2017 (digital)
Running time: 26:46, 9 tracks
McScallywag are the latest addition to the burgeoning Dutch scene. They are Ruud (drums), Ashley (guitar, vocals), Peter (bass), Frodo (accordion), Arian (banjo, mandolin, vocals), Talitha (cello, vocals) and Tom (guitar). This seven piece band hail from Groningen (North East of the Netherlands) and they released their 9 track debut album “Dirty Water” last December 9th 2016 at a party with their fellows Flannery.
The band’s sound is the classic Dutch approach and echoes from other bands from The Netherlands can be noticed. But there is also a German band twist, mainly in the accordion. In fact, Groningen is closed to the North of Germany, so this could be normal.
“Billy’s Curse” is the opening track on “Dirty Water”. The song reminds me of Bunch of Bastards and the accordion and banjo are top-notch.
The next track is one of my faves: "Days of Travel". The accordion and banjo are slow at the beginning. But all of a sudden, the band speeds up. There are some stops and go, and powerful chorus with gang vocals and fast-paced banjo and accordion.
Track no. 3 is called “The Road” and The Pogues influence is clear. Good work on the backing vocals that add the pub atmosphere to the song.
“Letter to Megan” kicks off slowly with acoustic guitar and accordion and later the banjo jumps in. Finally, the song burst into a fast-paced Celtic punk number-
St. Patrick’s Day is gone, but McScallywags deliver a great “St. Paddy’s Anthem”. Amazing upbeat number to sing-along and another one of my faves on the album.
McScallywag follow a different approach on “Eye of the Storm”: Arian shifts from banjo to mandolin and Talitha sings lead vocals on this slower number.
“Ashes to Ashes” moves away from the lively Celtic punk too. Vocal duties are shared by Ashley and Talitha, who also plays cello. Probably you won’t pay attention to this song at first hearing, but it will grow on you. One of the most interesting tracks on “Dirty Water”.
McScallywag come back to the standard Celtic punk territory on the closing tracks. “Whiskey I Love You” is a badass sing-a-long number with an early Dropkick Murphys twist (“Boys on the Docks”). And “Johnny Went Away” is an awesome mandolin driven number to file together with Circle J’s early stuff
McScallywag “Dirty Water” comes in a four panel digipack. There’s a band picture, thank-you section and track listing. No lyrics leaflet is included, but they can be found at the band's website. “Dirty Water” is a fantastic whiskey soaked albums that banjo and accordion lovers will enjoy.
Release date: February 1, 2017 (digital)
Running time: 26:46, 9 tracks
McScallywag are the latest addition to the burgeoning Dutch scene. They are Ruud (drums), Ashley (guitar, vocals), Peter (bass), Frodo (accordion), Arian (banjo, mandolin, vocals), Talitha (cello, vocals) and Tom (guitar). This seven piece band hail from Groningen (North East of the Netherlands) and they released their 9 track debut album “Dirty Water” last December 9th 2016 at a party with their fellows Flannery.
The band’s sound is the classic Dutch approach and echoes from other bands from The Netherlands can be noticed. But there is also a German band twist, mainly in the accordion. In fact, Groningen is closed to the North of Germany, so this could be normal.
“Billy’s Curse” is the opening track on “Dirty Water”. The song reminds me of Bunch of Bastards and the accordion and banjo are top-notch.
The next track is one of my faves: "Days of Travel". The accordion and banjo are slow at the beginning. But all of a sudden, the band speeds up. There are some stops and go, and powerful chorus with gang vocals and fast-paced banjo and accordion.
Track no. 3 is called “The Road” and The Pogues influence is clear. Good work on the backing vocals that add the pub atmosphere to the song.
“Letter to Megan” kicks off slowly with acoustic guitar and accordion and later the banjo jumps in. Finally, the song burst into a fast-paced Celtic punk number-
St. Patrick’s Day is gone, but McScallywags deliver a great “St. Paddy’s Anthem”. Amazing upbeat number to sing-along and another one of my faves on the album.
McScallywag follow a different approach on “Eye of the Storm”: Arian shifts from banjo to mandolin and Talitha sings lead vocals on this slower number.
“Ashes to Ashes” moves away from the lively Celtic punk too. Vocal duties are shared by Ashley and Talitha, who also plays cello. Probably you won’t pay attention to this song at first hearing, but it will grow on you. One of the most interesting tracks on “Dirty Water”.
McScallywag come back to the standard Celtic punk territory on the closing tracks. “Whiskey I Love You” is a badass sing-a-long number with an early Dropkick Murphys twist (“Boys on the Docks”). And “Johnny Went Away” is an awesome mandolin driven number to file together with Circle J’s early stuff
McScallywag “Dirty Water” comes in a four panel digipack. There’s a band picture, thank-you section and track listing. No lyrics leaflet is included, but they can be found at the band's website. “Dirty Water” is a fantastic whiskey soaked albums that banjo and accordion lovers will enjoy.
Track listing:
1 - Billy's Curse 2:51
2 - Days of Travel 2:59
3 - The Road 4:20
4 - Letter to Megan 2:44
5 - St. Paddy's Anthem 2:51
6 - Eye of the Storm 2:34
7 - Ashes to Ashes 4:13
8 - Whiskey I Love You 2:05
9 - Johnny Went Away 2:05
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1 - Billy's Curse 2:51
2 - Days of Travel 2:59
3 - The Road 4:20
4 - Letter to Megan 2:44
5 - St. Paddy's Anthem 2:51
6 - Eye of the Storm 2:34
7 - Ashes to Ashes 4:13
8 - Whiskey I Love You 2:05
9 - Johnny Went Away 2:05
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Review by Kinksmarkham
Thursday, April 6, 2017
2017-04-06 FREE DOWNLOAD - SILENT MAJORITY ALBUM
On 6:30 AM
In 2 Free Downloads, Celtic Punk, Folk Punk, Mick O'Toole, The Bay Street Bastards, The McMiners
"The purpose of this campaign is educate on the importance of your vote through music, art, words of those already passionate and being up to date with current affairs and events.
To promote change in our future and influence the majority to let their voice be heard and votes count."
To promote change in our future and influence the majority to let their voice be heard and votes count."
This album featuring the likes of Mick O'Toole, The McMiners, Headsticks or The Bay Street Bastards is available for free.
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Wednesday, April 5, 2017
Tuesday, April 4, 2017
2017-04-04 ALBUM REVIEW - BENJAMING'S CLAN "Sedm statečných" (2017)
Benjaming's Clan "Sedm statečných"
Release date: January 28, 2017
Running time: 53:30, 14 tracks
"Sedm statečných" is the second album released by Czech band Benjaming’s Clan. The bagpipes punk family band Benjaming Band evolved into a Celtic rock band when Polish musician Jacek joined them. A new approach involved a new name. Another Polish musician came on board, fiddler Gřešek. Later, Gřešek left the band and they hired the services of female fiddler Barča. Gřešek came back and currently Benjaming’s Clan are a 7 piece band. In fact, the title of their brand new album “Sedm statečných” means “The Magnificent Seven”.
It would be simple to say that the old bagpipes punk band evolved into a bagpipes rock band. But this would not be 100% right. The bagpipes rock side of the band is showcased on the amazing song “Baby Boxy”, the interesting tribal number “Šel do baru”, “Všude kde jsi” with a Mudmen touch, the bluesy “Zeleznej Dedek”, “Pohádková” or the opening track “Andel strážný”. But there are quite a few Celtic rock numbers were no pipes are played. Yes, accordion, percussion or backing banjo play a big role on Benjaming’s Clan new album.
“Stoletá láska” has all the above mentioned elements and it’s one of the album highlights. “Vekslák” is a catchy number, thanks to its na-na-na vocals, an addictive accordion and fiddle theme, and some yee-has. I love the bluegrass-y “Obézní muz”, and “Hudebníkova Zpoved’” ans “Slepecký pes” are enjoyable songs too.
The only cover in the album is the closing number “Amazing Grace”. It gets an ethereal treatment with guest Maruska on female vocals. Most of the lyrics on the album have been written by their friend Jiri lokouta, but “Zeleznej Dedek” has been written by poet Petr Havránek.
"Sedm statečných" is more ambitious musically than their previous album and Benjaming's Clan have not failed, quite the contrary. In other words, "Sedm statečných" is the Benjaming’s Clan’s most mature effort to date.
Release date: January 28, 2017
Running time: 53:30, 14 tracks
"Sedm statečných" is the second album released by Czech band Benjaming’s Clan. The bagpipes punk family band Benjaming Band evolved into a Celtic rock band when Polish musician Jacek joined them. A new approach involved a new name. Another Polish musician came on board, fiddler Gřešek. Later, Gřešek left the band and they hired the services of female fiddler Barča. Gřešek came back and currently Benjaming’s Clan are a 7 piece band. In fact, the title of their brand new album “Sedm statečných” means “The Magnificent Seven”.
It would be simple to say that the old bagpipes punk band evolved into a bagpipes rock band. But this would not be 100% right. The bagpipes rock side of the band is showcased on the amazing song “Baby Boxy”, the interesting tribal number “Šel do baru”, “Všude kde jsi” with a Mudmen touch, the bluesy “Zeleznej Dedek”, “Pohádková” or the opening track “Andel strážný”. But there are quite a few Celtic rock numbers were no pipes are played. Yes, accordion, percussion or backing banjo play a big role on Benjaming’s Clan new album.
“Stoletá láska” has all the above mentioned elements and it’s one of the album highlights. “Vekslák” is a catchy number, thanks to its na-na-na vocals, an addictive accordion and fiddle theme, and some yee-has. I love the bluegrass-y “Obézní muz”, and “Hudebníkova Zpoved’” ans “Slepecký pes” are enjoyable songs too.
The only cover in the album is the closing number “Amazing Grace”. It gets an ethereal treatment with guest Maruska on female vocals. Most of the lyrics on the album have been written by their friend Jiri lokouta, but “Zeleznej Dedek” has been written by poet Petr Havránek.
"Sedm statečných" is more ambitious musically than their previous album and Benjaming's Clan have not failed, quite the contrary. In other words, "Sedm statečných" is the Benjaming’s Clan’s most mature effort to date.
Track listing:
01 - Andel strážný 4:00
02 - Stoletá láska 3:11
03 - Hudebníkova zpoved' 3:32
04 - Babyboxy 3:03
05 - Slepecký pes 4:45
06 - Zeleznej dedek 4:08
07 - Vekslák 3:12
08 - Krize 4:56
09 - 1305 2:49
10 - Všude kde jsi 4:43
11 - Obézní muz 3:18
12 - Šel do baru 4:35
13 - Pohádková 3:29
14 - Amazing Grace 3:40
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Review by Kinksmarkham
01 - Andel strážný 4:00
02 - Stoletá láska 3:11
03 - Hudebníkova zpoved' 3:32
04 - Babyboxy 3:03
05 - Slepecký pes 4:45
06 - Zeleznej dedek 4:08
07 - Vekslák 3:12
08 - Krize 4:56
09 - 1305 2:49
10 - Všude kde jsi 4:43
11 - Obézní muz 3:18
12 - Šel do baru 4:35
13 - Pohádková 3:29
14 - Amazing Grace 3:40
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Review by Kinksmarkham
Monday, April 3, 2017
2017-04-03 THE WHISKY PRIESTS REUNION TOUR
THE WHISKY PRIESTS – 2017 Reunion!
YES… at long last! - They’re “Bloody Well Back!” - to complete some “Unfinished Business!”
Internationally acclaimed and hugely influential cult band The Whisky Priests are reuniting to perform what will be the band’s first official live shows in over 13 years and to release a retrospective Complete Recordings 12-CD box set (containing all the band’s official studio & live releases, covering a 15-year period from 1985-2000, as well as an extensive collection of demos and other rarities), to celebrate the band’s unique career. A live DVD and 'Best of' are also in the works.
Formed in Durham, England in 1985 by twin brothers Gary & Glenn Miller, The Whisky Priests became one of the major pioneers and finest exponents of the ‘folk-punk-rock’ genre. The band released a string of internationally acclaimed albums but was particularly renowned worldwide, and in constant demand, for its incredible live shows, touring extensively and taking in 1250+ concerts in over 20 countries, including many festival performances, TV and live radio sessions.
“A Whisky Priests show is the sort of stuff to make your hair curl; honest, earthy, loud, raucous and tremendously uplifting” (Folk Roots, UK)
“You’ll never see another live band to touch them” (Manchester Evening News, UK)
“Live the band is in great form” (Oor Pop Encyclopaedia, the Netherlands)
The reunion line-up features all-original members from the band’s peak period:
Gary Miller - Vocals, Guitar
Glenn Miller - Accordion, Backing Vocals
Mick Tyas - Vocals, Mandolin, Banjo, Bouzouki, Guitar, Harmonica
Kevin Wilson - Mandolin, Bouzouki, Guitar, Backing Vocals
Nick Thompson - Fiddle, Mandolin, Guitar, Backing Vocals
Michael Stephenson - Bass
Sticks - Drums
To book The Whisky Priests for one of their exclusive reunion shows contact Whippet Promotions on:
+44 (0)7873 234 953
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I've uploaded to Dropbox some pics, band info and the band's mail-outs (1994-2000).
Sunday, April 2, 2017
2017-04-02 FREE DOWNLOAD - THE STEEP "Resistance Drills"
The Steep is a Celtic inspired music project that just recently released an EP titled "Resistance Drills". The Steep combines bagpipe sounds and Celtic tonality with fuzzy drones, shoegaze, post punk, and post rock.
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Saturday, April 1, 2017
2017-04-01 ALBUM REVIEW - NEVERMIND NESSIE "Best of Foes" (2017)
Nevermind Nessie "Best of Foes"
Release date: March 10, 2017
Running time: 39:10, 12 tracks
Release date: March 10, 2017
Running time: 39:10, 12 tracks
Flemish band Nevermind Nessie is back with their sophomore album, “Best of Foes”. The five piece band have issued a 12 track CD which comes in a digipack with an 8 page booklet. The line-up is basically that of their debut album “Story of a Lost Generation”: Hendrik (lead vocals, guitar), Tijl (bass, backing vocals), Vincent (accordion, tin whistle) and Sam (drums). The new member is Charlotte (fiddle) instead of Pavel.
“Best of Foes” opens with “Intro”, where traditional instruments bagpipes, fiddle and accordion are joined by the electrical ones. The tune has a medieval twist and is stuck to the next track, the sing-along “Drink Up”: “Nessie is here, drink up! Drink up! / Nessie is here, to drink up all your beer!” Guest Jacob Donkersloot plays bagpipes on both numbers.
“Last Breath” is a number written by guest mandolinist Folkert Van Kerckhove. Kick-ass fiddling together with woah chorus.
The next cut is a pirate song titled “So Drunk”. Vicent plays accordion.
There is a video for track no. 4 here. “Best of Foes” was written by bassist Tijl and it’s a fecking brilliant number with a Flogging Molly twist. The lyrics tell the tale of a complicated relationship between a boy and a girl. The likes of The Pogues (“Fairy Tale of New York”) and Dropkick Murphys (“Dirty Glass”) wrote kick-ass songs about this subject, featuring guest female vocals. However, Nevermind Nessie have taken a different approach. Their friends tell the story, so there’s no girl vocals. Probably one of the catchiest songs of 2017.
After the single, Nevermind Nessie deliver a rocking number based on “The Road to Lisdoonvarna” tune. Vincent shifts from accordion to tin whistle. BTW, the song ends up with fast-paced tin whistle and fiddle.
“Beer Dance” is another standout track on “Best of Foes”. The song has been built up around the traditional tune “The Bear Dance”. “The Bear Dance” is quite popular among Asturian bands. Apparently, a Cornish band played that tune at an Asturian festival a long time ago. Some local bands loved it and plenty of renditions of “Danza l’osu” were played/recorded. So, people in Spain tend to think that it’s an Asturian traditional tune. But the tune is from Flemish origin and it’s titled “Berendans”. Nevermind Nessie open with some reggae sounding electric guitar and fiddle. Fiddle and tin whistle are played on the main theme, perfectly backed by hey shouts. Guest Jakob Donkersloot plays bagpipes too on this song. If you’re interested in that tune, further info can be found here (in Spanish) and here (in English).
Tracks no. 8, “Walk like a Pigeon” features “The Pigeon at the Gate” and “The Gravel Walk” reels. Nevermind Nessie do a great job once again using traditional stuff.
More highlights: the lively song “Empty Promise”. Amazing accordion by Vincent and great fiddle arrangements too.
The following song keeps up the quality of the previous track. “Monday Mornings” has everything to please the fans. Vincent plays accordion at the beginning and tin whistle at the end, and Charlotte masters the fiddle all around the song. This time the traditional tune that is played is the “The Kesh” jig.
As you have already noticed, Nevermind Nessie like to play with traditional tunes and their song titles. “The Finish” is based on the “Finnish Polka” aka “Ievan Polkka”. The final result is a badass number.
Finally, Nevermind Nessie offer a new Italian number, "Il Viaggio di Saltarello”. If they chose “Tarantella” on “Story of a Lost Generation”, now they’ve picked up and Italian tune “Saltarello” and Fiorenzo Carpi’s “Viaggio in groppa al tonno”.
Nevermind Nessie have some similarities with Uncle Bard and The Dirty Bastards. Their sound is different, but both bands use traditional tunes on their songs. Moreover, the packaging of their albums is spotless and full of details. As it has previously said, “Best of Foes” comes in a 6 panel digipack together with an 8 page booklet with all the lyrics and song credits. The studio credits are stated on the digipack. Hats-off!
I do love Nevermind Nessie. They have a young and fresh approach and they take risks when they cover material from non-Celtic countries. But, above all, their sound and production is excellent. They love the traditional stuff, but they don’t cover the usual pub standards. In fact, they are writing new pub standards
Track listing:
01 - Intro 1:53
02 - Drink Up 1:20
03 - Last Breath 3:22
04 - So Drunk 2:50
05 - Best of Foes 4:15
06 - No Way 3:44
07 - Beer Dance 3:17
08 - Walk Like a Pigeon 4:23
09 - Empty Promise 2:58
10 - Monday Mornings 3:00
11 - The Finish 3:36
12 - Il Viaggio di Saltarello 4:28
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Review by Kinksmarkham
01 - Intro 1:53
02 - Drink Up 1:20
03 - Last Breath 3:22
04 - So Drunk 2:50
05 - Best of Foes 4:15
06 - No Way 3:44
07 - Beer Dance 3:17
08 - Walk Like a Pigeon 4:23
09 - Empty Promise 2:58
10 - Monday Mornings 3:00
11 - The Finish 3:36
12 - Il Viaggio di Saltarello 4:28
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Review by Kinksmarkham