DUG, "Jubilee," // GemsOnVHS™

Alright folks, it is back to Dublin, Ireland we go. Once again, we're collaborating with talented filmmaker Luke Brabazon, whomst helped me with a number of recordings while I was in Ireland, and has since created a couple recordings all by himself for the channel! A million thank yous to him, here is another one he made with us; ( • Alfi, "Jubilee," // Ge... ) the band Alfi, and another with Molly O'Mahony ( • Molly O'Mahony, "Golde... ).
As for Dug the band, i'm familiar primarily with the solo work of the resonator guitar player, Lorkin O'Reilly. He has some smash hits on Spotify under his own name, and when I was filming the Mary Wallopers in Ireland we met up for some food and music. I recorded a couple videos with him, which sadly were all lost when putting my SD card in another camera in a pinch corrupted all the data. That was indeed a shame, but i'm happy we had this opportunity to collaborate again, because Lorkin is a great fellow and a fantastic songwriter.
Find more from the band here;
instagram and tiktok: @dugband_
open.spotify.com/artist/69piW...
A quote from filmmaker Luke Brabazon about the location;
"Through secret doors and holes in walls, we were guided from a squatter-run pop-up community centre through to a massive auditorium - a 5-storey abandoned space in the middle of Dublin city.
The space has been a ballroom, a concert venue (The Ramones played there in the 1970's), an ice rink, and finally became a furniture shop before a fire about 5 years ago.
Since this video was filmed in December, the squatters have been kicked out and the building is planned for development as an apartment block."
Our undying love and gratitude go to our executive producers for making this project possible: Brad Sirois, Mitchell Davis, Keith McQuillan, David Jameson, Lisa Galvan, Irvin Maddox, Josh Collins, Brady Jones, Julie Nestoroff, VJ Arizpe, Mr. Free, Rusty Shackleford, and Joshua Taylor.
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[@GemsOnVHS]

We're getting our field recordings on Spotify for y'all! Check 'em out at open.spotify.com/artist/7t78CwAbQIA6DKAKUKBYgl?si=V6VTcLxtQWupz0QpvbZYSA. You can find DUG on Instagram at @dugband_. You can presave "Jubilee" at stem.ffm.to/jubilee.

[@gayleb4865]

THANK YOU !!

[@miguelangelteletor94]

I was in Galway on August 26, walking with my sister. We heard music at every corner of the old town. However, when I heard this particular sound, I couldn't continue walking. I just stood there, listening and enjoying the music. Greetings from a Guatemalan.

[@danielosullivan7317]

I’m Irish, I was walking down Grafton Street today!!! I heard bands playing all over the place, I ignored them as there all the same old songs being played… then… I walked by these guys .. playing a song I think is called promoter man???? … I stopped… and listened and instantly loved the sound .. I stayed and recorded them on my phone.. and now I’m here listening to this masterpiece… absolutely insanely good. These guys have made my day & week that I’ve found them!! The sound they create is incredible. ❤️

[@koyo3376]

Upload it dude! I'd love to see.

[@tmontemage22]

Same here

[@danielosullivan7317]

I really don’t know how to upload on KZbin 😂 I’ll try and let you know when I get uploaded.

[@LukeBrabazon]

This was such a joy to film! We got in during the last days before the space was shut down, I'm glad we caught a little of the space's magic on film before it went.

[@GemsOnVHS]

Thanks for getting all the great Irish music for us Luke!

[@lorkinoreilly7342]

smashed it man

[@bobcherry2202]

What a cool space. It's sad to see the magic fading in these old places.....progress!!!

[@RobTaitMusic]

@@lorkinoreilly7342so good!

[@RobTaitMusic]

You guys did an amazing job. The vibe is fabulous!

[@gregwelsh4360]

These dudes have it. Absolutely.

[@nikopoa6555]

My favorite Gem of the year so far.

[@GemsOnVHS]

cheers thank you for watching

[@dalejames13]

Took me till the very end to realize the guy on right was playing that accordion box thing with his leg.. that's awesome! Great sound.. need more!

[@aLittleStoned]

It's called a harmonium, I see them a lot with musicians in India

[@connorwilkinson7284]

I thought he was just keeping the beat moving his leg like that for the first minute or two haha. Awesome

[@jamesodonoghue4541]

Normally hear but don't listen to busking music as I walk though Dublin town. But, I heard these guys and instantly pulled in like a magnet. See you in whelans guys.... Hoping for big things for ye

[@kathleenlennon3597]

We were lucky enough to see these guys @Libert Hall supporting The Handsome Family. We bought the tickets for their gig in Whelan's straight after their set that night 😊

[@connorgoulds446]

Thank the lord for GemsOnVHS. Amazing!

[@tullsongs]

Close your eyes,stick a few crackles on and this could be an old phonograph recording from new orleans in the thirties...fabulous !

[@isaiahbasaldua924]

This is real raw folk music we need this poetry more than ever today

[@Halfsquatch513]

I'll be playing this diamond at midnight this new year!!!

[@mikeblaney9224]

Just looked DUG up on Spotify. I am shocked that he only has “5 monthly listeners”. What a great tune. I look forward to listening to more of what they have to offer.

[@GemsOnVHS]

They just started! Follow em lol

[@ryebreadnocrust]

Yes please yes thank you🖤

[@chro1843]

Seen the lads live last week at their first gig in whelans, can't help but think plenty of success is on the way. Great sound

[@vedawilliams7126]

Can't wait to hear a full album from you guys. And i love the acoustics of this space.

[@TPClipz]

I love finding gems like these. makes my heart happy!

[@jakelanningiscool]

This is magic. Every part of it. I want to work for y'all 😅

[@genieboots4269]

Boys that was well played! New fan here. Good for porch sittin' and shop work.

[@noisebox9529]

Thank you again @GemsOnVHS for showcasing the most amazing talents from all walks of life. And thank you Lorkin for your artistry, you are an inspiration. This performance was astounding. There's so much going on in this; the setting in contrast to the lyrics, the resonator guitar that's clearly loved and played hard, the banjo/harmonium/cymbal players effortless juggling act, the electronic stomp box kick drum. Brilliant.

[@sarahdawson9380]

Love this so much- thanks for sharing ❤

[@seedholden]

Saw you in Dublin some weeks ago when you were supporting the amazing Jeffrey Martin! Since then I've been humming this song and am so happy it's finally out! Congrats lads and greets from Berlin!

[@GemsOnVHS]

That's a cool lineup

[@vedawilliams7126]

Thanks for mentioning Jeffrey. Now I have a new favorite band.

[@scootknot8789]

This made my year. Came back to Kansas City from Columbia. Popped up in the airport. Brought me to tears jumbled in complicated feelings coming back into the states and thousands of unknown people. Thank you for this. Also where’s the lyric feller I need ????

[@cedarchoppincartographer]

Best song I've heard in a while!

[@viggalvens]

Thank you so much for sharing this to the world ❤ 🙏

[@eliwaltzmusic]

Very Jake Xerxes Fussell!

[@tyjones5440]

Absolutely adore Lorkin. So glad to see this.

[@hadleygrass]

If I saw these guys playing on the street, they'd get my money.

[@frankkeenan8982]

I did see them on Grafton Street in Dublin before Christmas and they did in fact get my money 😁

[@CivilServiceMusic]

Here's to hitting off the mark - but you guys nailed it! Such a cool track :)

[@SabrinaAngel]

I love this one ❤

[@treyhuie]

This scratched a music itch I didn’t know I had

[@moffphc9864]

Thank you Gem's On VHS the amount of amazing talent I've discovered cause of this channel is unreal. Especially Scottish and Irish music some very local to me .

[@jackalthereefer]

FanTASTic!

[@firefighter2699]

These guys are good. Waiting for more!

[@GemsOnVHS]

we just released a new vid with them friday

[@irvingdog01]

That was excellent and I am excited to see what you do in the future!

[@Knutorama]

Oh man! What a brilliant one, well done!

[@jdh152]

Gents, that was stellar. What a song and performance!

[@jevanthompson9979]

Brilliant stuff guys. Beautifully performed and beautifully captured, well done all!

[@Smeelio]

Great song and performance, and what a great location too! I'd love to just walk around it

[@brandon9911]

This was great! Hope to see more from these guys

[@ElijahBrisley]

Such a cool song and video. Thanks for sharing Ant! Good job to all involved!

[@adamk897]

Incredible sound, music like this is a gift to the future

[@ScatWilliams69]

Absolutely beautiful!

[@leimaniax]

Chaps, that was absolutely stellar. Brilliant playing. Well done, and thank you. Good one, Gems. Another wonderful top-shelf release. Love it.

[@lezmondo22]

Ahhh stumbled upon these guys playing one afternoon on Grafton Street a couple of weeks ago - gorgeous sound and vocals, so glad to see them here!

[@zakkfedak]

So obsessed with the calf-move on the harmonium. Such a beautiful banger. Thanks GEMS!

[@mischief.brewed]

RIP Shopfronts! What a space, will be missed. Seen some fantastic gigs in that space

[@dexter23isation]

Damn!!! Love this 💓 New fan here!!!

[@reneurbanovich637]

SO FUN TO LISTEN TO. Beautiful.

[@SerumFromThere]

Gorgeous stuff. Can't wait for all the music festivals in the parks this summer in BC. -- Best part about the Shushwap here in Canada, all the variations of indie bands. Rock and folk being my fav

[@lindagreene7380]

Saw you guys today on Grafton Street, Dublin, Ireland, ye were Brilliant live❤

[@infinitelove434]

Wow these guys are awesome 👍 i really enjoyed this song and what a beautiful place to film! These guys have such a cool Celtic and original sound!! I love gems on vhs

[@Aksaarben]

This is so wonderful!

[@nathanwittock4133]

I really like how they share the rhythm section duties as well

[@GemsOnVHS]

makes for a big sound

[@bconawa2]

Wow, I love this one!

[@todbooth3666]

Good lord, such a beautiful song!

[@vanandrewberkemeyer9842]

gah damn... This is so good!

[@MrSwensonite]

The lads got great taste in work boots

[@juliepickett252]

So good!!

[@LemonLimeJuiceBarrell]

So sick!

[@binky777]

Great dynamic.

[@droolcrab2175]

amazing

[@Bubblegunm]

Awesome!

[@grantdunne7408]

beautiful

[@Atm979]

Thank you for sharing.

[@SlothyCrow]

Heck yeah ❤❤❤

[@lolasartstore2695]

Brand New fan

[@bendummitt888]

This is great.

[@zacharytaylor3054]

Chords? I'd really like to play the banjo part. Help me Anthony!! (My wife and I call you Lil' Gem, thx for upping the punx!)

[@lucaskemmerling3151]

That was too good

[@brennangallagher287]

Solid a for effort

[@elijahrosen7141]

Whoah!

[@bealiobealio]

DIG! DUG, Lets GO!!

[@cedarriver]

Lovely vibe, that banjo and slide combination sounds so wonderful! Chords and lyrics below folks. Someone on Ultimate Guitar made a wonderful, extended version with an open tuning, but if you just wanna strum along, you can also use the chords below Standard tuning, Capo on 1 Intro D Verses G D / A D / G D / F#m Em / D Chorus D / D / D / D / D G / D / A D Interlude D [Intro] [Verse 1] Well here's to love and here's to hope Here’s to loss and letting go Here’s to hitting of the mark Here’s to the changing of the guards It comes around [Verse 2] Here’s to shame and here’s to glory Here’s to brand new origin stories Here’s to taking flight and falling Here’s to getting back up and walking We’ll come around [Chorus] Well can’t you feel it can’t you see It’s the year of Jubilee Grab your shovel let's get going There's no one way of knowing Can’t you feel it can't you see It's the year The year of Jubilee [Interlude] [Verse 3] Well here's to hurt and here's to traveling Here's to building and dismantling Here's to holding your composure Here's to letting instinct take over It’ll come around [Verse 4] Here's to swinging at apparitions Here's to hitting the deck and missing Here's to wiping off your brow With a bloody butchers towel It’ll come around [Chorus] Well can’t you feel it can’t you see It’s the year of Jubilee Grab your shovel let's get going There's no one way of knowing Can’t you feel it can't you see It's the year The year of Jubilee [Interlude] [Verse 5] Well here's to endless conversations Here's to late night observations Here's to plans made in the dark Here's to hitting off the mark It’ll come around [Verse 6] Here's the lines and here's the clues Here's the love I made for you Here's the home we’ll build together Here's the door we’ll paint bright yellow It’ll come around [Chorus] Well can’t you feel it can’t you see It’s the year of Jubilee Grab your shovel let's get going There's no one way of knowing Can’t you feel it can't you see It's the year The year of Jubilee Can’t you feel it can't you see It's the year The year of Jubilee

[@BridgeCitySinners]

Is that Ben (fiddle player for Profane Sass) talking at the end ?!

[@robbergin9586]

😎

[@user-re1ki8jz1h]

Fuck yeah! That was great

[@danielosullivan7317]

Can someone tell me if these guys have any more songs, and if so, where can I hear them? I’d pay to see these guys in a heartbeat.

[@GemsOnVHS]

new video comes out friday on here

[@danielosullivan7317]

Thanks! Just bought tickets for them in Whelans! 👍🏻

[@artprojects_]

My playlists would be very boring without GemsOnVHS

[@GemsOnVHS]

Hell yeah buddy. We got a killer monthly playlist on Spotify too

[@Codex064]

Where can we hear more of these guys.

[@GemsOnVHS]

nowhere yet, they have streaming songs tho

[@waylonk2453]

I just noticed how the man in green is playing two instruments with his right foot

[@stephenmallard3040]

Need them round toed boots dudes got on

[@Corvid-]

What's the instrument on the ground between them called?

[@GemsOnVHS]

Harmonium

[@D_A_D_]

Man how did you manage to get a better-than-studio quality recording in what appears to be a bombed out warehouse?

[@GemsOnVHS]

A bunch of microphones and a talented engineer!

[@bcutt76]

This is the best thing I’ve seen in a long time. Does anyone know the guitar tuning?

[@lorkinoreilly7342]

DADF#AD!

[@bcutt76]

@@lorkinoreilly7342 Lorkin! Love your music buddy, thank you so much!!!

[@aftermath66699]

Did he do the Sam Shackleton One one the stairs with Dublin castle in the background The overgate was the tunes name? I assumed he did

[@GemsOnVHS]

I think Sam shot that on his cellphone

[@aftermath66699]

@@GemsOnVHS oh ok Thanks Anthony Great to hear from ya again Keep on trucking brother Were all with you REDD P$ I have a come back and say I m really stoned So that's why my previous comment was silly Thanks again Lol

[@GemsOnVHS]

@@aftermath66699 rock on brotha

[@wheninroamful]

What kind of resonator is he playing? I don't recognize it. Thanks. GREAT MUSIC BTW, i love it.!!!!!

[@lorkinoreilly7342]

hey! its a cheap republic but my luthier friend Frank Tate re did the neck and finger board. also added a national cone and waverly machine heads!

[@tbut155]

Where can I find his music? When I look them up on Apple Music it’s some metal band. I found the song thankfully but that’s it

[@lorkinoreilly7342]

we are just starting, only one song out so far!

[@tbut155]

Thanks for responding! Love this song I’ve listened to it so many times. Itchin’ to hear more, can’t wait!

[@nicksilver_music]

Cant find these guys online?

[@GemsOnVHS]

Links in description

[@zachb8012]

Love it. I'll never not be confused by why Europeans and Australians love their accents so much but it vanishes the second they start singing, replaced by what sounds like they might as well be from Arkansas. I like the duct taped bells on the foot move, my daughter brought home some bells that don't quite fit around my ankle and I had the same idea.

[@GemsOnVHS]

lorkin can correct me if im wrong but i believe his accent is very reflective of his mixed heritage and having lived in different countries for extended periods. i feel the same thing happens to me, people will have many opinions of my accent but as a life long southerner in the USA with parents from both regions, what am I supposed to speak like? what am I supposed to sing like? should I sing in a northern accent, because my mother is from michigan? or a southern one, to reflect my father's georgia roots? or should I sing in "my" accent, which effortlessly changes without even trying based on what group I am around? some of my vernacular is purely southern; i will always say "y'all" and call soda products "coke" or "soda", never "pop". and in countless other ways i've adopted my grandmother's midwestern mannerisms. who decides what I should sound like? no hate, just genuine questions.

[@AlanRobb1]

I'm searching for male musicians with spirit, one's that aren't moany, 'cause Sierra Ferrell has shown us the way... these guys fit the bill 💚

[@ando5899]

Wait, that accent at the end.... Where are they from?

[@GemsOnVHS]

not sure where the person talking at the end is from, he isn't one of the artists but let the artists into the venue i believe.

[@joshthxtheContitutionalConserv]

It's a jam 1:49

[@sardine_]

im obsessed with that part

[@jonporter1233]

His slide reminds me of "Furry Lewis"

[@Desmondohara]

What type of singing is this? Is it country western?

[@Carol-o6Carol___k0d]

Brace yourself, important refund info coming through!