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Scotch on the rocks
Banks of the Roses
This is a song with the typical jolly bouncing tempo that gets toes tapping
and captures the spirit of traditional Scottish ceilidh music. There have
been several variations of lyrics applied to this tune, but its overall light-hearted
flavour dominates throughout this opening song.
Dance as Old as Tears
Originally recorded as a 'folk song', Geordie & Caledonia have taken this
catchy chorus and built it up in their own style. You'll probably find yourself
singing along with the chorus before very long.
" ... Who were you thinkin' of ... "
The influences of 'Country Music' can be found all over the Highlands, and
Geordie & Caledonia reflect that in their repertoire. Although they
couldn't identify with the 'cowboy element', country songs about people's emotions
are the same all over the world.
Green Fields of France
Most Highland villages have memorial stones listing local boys and men who
served and died in the First World War. This song is about an old man's
thoughts as he wanders among the thousands of little white crosses in the graveyards
of France where name, rank, age and date is given. This is a thought provoking
song with a heavy message.
Mountain Man
A self-penned song from Geordie, focusing on the stress-free life-style of
a Sutherland crofter. It emphasises the importance of the simple things
in life, respect for the land and nature. With values that are all too often
distorted in the fast lane of modern society, the simplicity of the message in
this song can seem quite appealing.
Hush Hush
A local song telling of the evictions during the Highland Clearances.
Many people were forced to leave their homes and travel to Canada, America and
Australia to make a new life. In those days it must have been a daunting
thought for poor people from the Highlands.
Nobody wants to be lonely
A few years ago, Geordie became friends with an American singer/songwriter
called Hugh Moffat. This is a song Hugh sang at a concert in Germany, and
in appreciation of Hugh's influence and encouragement Geordie wanted to include
this song on the album.
Back Porch Light
Geordie first recorded this song nearly 20 years ago. Even after all
that time, people still request it. The original is no longer available
and so we thought it might be good to record it again.
Caledonia
For the exile, Scotland will always be fondly thought of in the back of their
mind. More so, if they were forced to leave in search of a better living.
This is a country styled version of the traditional song.
Scottish Medley
Scotland is a proud nation, and has a history of fighting to keep its freedom.
Many traditional songs recall Scotland's brave history and Geordie & Caledonia
have included just a small selection in this medley.
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