The Rumjacks - A Fistful O' Roses (Official Music Video)

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We’ve written many a song about our hometown of Sydney, and ‘A Fistful O’ Roses’ is yet another, though this one was created beneath a very dark cloud & a sorely difficult time for our beloved city.
An agenda of sweeping law reforms and increasingly heavy tactics by our state government have crushed the city’s nightlife, the livelihood, and in many cases even the lives of many of its inhabitants. Iconic pubs, bars & restaurants are forced to close their doors, elderly residents are driven from their homes and Sydney is growing more desperate & hostile with every passing day.
This is a city under siege by those who rule her, set to become a playground for the elite, while the people who made it the treasure it was are squeezed out to wherever they hell they may venture.
We performed the video for the song as a macabre ‘dry wake’, set among the decay, in a derelict pub, one of many to fall victim to the states new order. Historic footage flits across the screen like memories of a life flashing before one’s eyes. ‘A Fistful O’ Roses’ is one last great send-off for the old girl, but make no mistake..
..this is a band falling very much out of love with its muse.
Official Lyrics:
Oh I’ve loved you from afar, I’ve borne you like a scar,
Sung your name across the bloody Colfiorito,
But a poison took your heart, you charmless little tart,
Now you’ve nary a jot o’ bother at all for me-o,
This old town has gone to bits, all the folk are off their tits,
Screamin’, “Hoo-rah! Hurry the fuck t’blazes!”
A right parade o’ fools come to stomp all o’er yer jewels,
Like a fistful o’ half dead roses.
And we’re here again, ho again, let the whisky flow again,
Let the taps blow again, sound away the knell,
Like a fistful o’ roses, we’ll take ‘em to the grave,
Every last tale there is to tell.
Oh, this boozer is a wreck, all up & down the deck,
Like a tired old sinner off her game,
Wi’ her blood red lips, and her youth about her hips,
Still the regulars all love her just the same,
Where the mud-spat boots cut their way among the suits,
And the Sally’s come to rattle the can for Jesus,
‘Til they chain up all the doors & toss out all the whores,
Wi’ a fistful o’ half dead roses.
May all the Autumn leaves turn to Twenties at yer feet,
And the high & mighty come to know your thunder,
We could set the world ablaze, but these are early days,
And there’s still a hell of a road for us tae wander,
And there’s one here among us’ll outlive the rest,
Take a tipple to his foibles & his praises,
‘Til they strike him off the roll & chuck him doon a hole,
Wi’ a fistful o’ half dead roses.
Production Credits:
Production company: Cant Be Stopped Productions
Director: Josh Groom
Producer: Ciaran Jordan
DP: Glenn Hanns
Focus puller: Josh Hanns
Camera Assistant: Paul Brodzinski
Producer Assistant: Rebecca Gilies
Unit Manager: Bodin Rajkovic
Gaffer: Paul Hill
Hair & Make up: Rebecca Plunkett
Art Director: Ciaran Jordan
Edit: Aaron Petersen
Grade: Josh Groom
Copyright:
(P) & © 2016 Australian Broadcasting Corporation.

[@lilthommodt]

I don't care what people say about Celtic music, as long as these bastards can draw a breath, Celtic music in all its respects lives on

[@stonedumaruto9570]

Daniel Thompson I'll wear me Irish Pride till the day i kick the ol bucket!

[@lilthommodt]

Just make sure you still got your Irish on when do Ay? ;D

[@levylov]

I agree mate, eventho they are Australian. Their music sounds very Irishy.

[@SaintClutch]

punk rock lives on in all corners of the world my friend. signed: America

[@Arkhaym]

And that's the beautiful thing with celtic music lovers, we don't give a flying fuck about haters cause WE got a whisky in the hand and peace of mind. We walk side by side with our pride! Cheers dude!

[@jiltherechevers9082]

My toddler loves this song and this type of music. I think she was a pirate in another life😅😂

[@mickjagger8439]

Not much better than a happy kid! 😁

[@kingsillybagel0437]

Your kid would love a renascence fair I’ve been going since I was born now I’ll be 23 in march and I still love going maybe take them to one and there are normally a lot of good people at least to the few I go to

[@raulbajmatara450]

Yet another quality song from one of the few remaining good bands

[@philippauli8162]

+Raul Bajmatara The Rumjacks are my "Holy Grail" of bands. Someday I hope to make it to Australia...and when I do...I will be at a Rumjacks show!

[@mrElpacas]

+Philip Pauli their touring europe at the moment

[@MrDR7no]

Why so far? Seeing them in a townfest in Greece in two days ^_^

[@jakemcdermott1901]

MrDR7no I know they were just going through Ireland doing a little gig I know the drummers nephew

[@Dreadnought16]

Jesus…this song is amazing…there is so much energy in it….I play it when I’m feeling low…and then WaPow…..I could tackle anything….thank you Lads!!

[@eirarodriguez6035]

I do like that, maybe something, whit's coud be in finnish temperament, "rabioso" se dice en espsnol.

[@nicholasmonsarrat719]

St Patrick's day 2021🍀 Just not the same great times🍀😎 God bless🎚🍀🎶❤️😎

[@tzq33tdq]

"And we’re here again, ho again, let the whisky flow again, Let the taps blow again," will be my playing as I return to the pub after isolation, t'will be a great day

[@saxinator143]

How did it go?

[@dickflinghammer58]

They will never relinquish this control the clueless public of the world has consented too. 1 in 19 million chance of dying from covid, the latest from the cdc which is a private for profit Corp. Are ya blind mate its never comming back.

[@nunomiguelaugustohenriques5661]

@sam zuriel P

[@nunomiguelaugustohenriques5661]

@sam zuriel P

[@xybit4]

@@dickflinghammer58 Its not 1 to 19million, the lethality ranges from 0,5 to 3,5% (based on the medical conditions in your country). Search for Italy and look for their death toll. It surpassed 68.000 deaths / 1.938.083 infected (Thats a lethality of 3,5% or in your words 7 in 200 chance). I do understand your worries, but trust more into your people. They will not accept to live like this forever.

[@burczykI]

My brother sent me this band today. Now I am drinking with my friend Paddy power in the west of Ireland and I am grateful for his. Love you my dear brother and I hope to see you soon. I take you to my favorite beach in ireland to drink Irish whiskey and the rumjacks at night.

[@serdarakgul3580]

I saying hi all from Turkey . I like Irish folk music and all songs of Ireland.

[@DragzMR2]

a day without The Rumjacks is not a good day. Cheers from Croatia you glorious bastards, hope to see you again soon!

[@LOSTRIVERGOLD]

Cheers!

[@qawwal78]

zdravo, bas sada sam vidio da dolazu u zagrebu, idem da vidim The Rumjacks 26oga

[@angiegorsop6623]

Hell yeah!🍻

[@johnmartin6944]

Cheers to all and to all a drunk night!

[@brucegrant9964]

Cheers from a Scot living in Australia!

[@kalemiti.dzejn.]

These guys are the kindest and most approachable people ever! Saw them in Serbia, the singer shook hands with people and let the boys from the audience sing. One of the best nights ever, thank you!

[@vlahedwarf5292]

When were they here?

[@kalemiti.dzejn.]

Last year, I don't remeber exactly, in Pančevo, Apolo Dvorana.

[@chrisg-ng5kq]

@@kalemiti.dzejn. yea

[@artemtheidiot]

Too bad lead singer cant be kind to his wife(he abused her and got kicked out of the band)

[@PiliPala99]

​@@artemtheidiotwas about to say this comment hasn't aged well!

[@ztwyoin]

A buddy listened to social d every day when we got off work. We would start playing pool and he would yell "Mike Ness." I was in Northern Alaska, isolated at a Loran Station in Port Clarence. 16 years ago and still one of my favorite memories.

[@leescott1775]

was driving my roller at work last summer with a broken radio but i could bluetooth to it and came across this tune just by accident..OR WAS IT FATE COZ I FECKIN LOVE THIS BAND NOW ...greetings from west cumbria .UK🤠🤠🤠

[@bryandiel6773]

Happy St. Patty's Day!!!!

[@GregoryRasputin-om3tv]

❤😊

[@jackdawson8480]

To you to

[@adampike7634]

"a right parade of fools comes to stomp on all your jewels like a fistful of half dead roses" great line. Love it see you in Cleveland Feb 24th

[@peakdiving3371]

I'll be there!

[@frsknsld]

How was it?

[@whiteknight-templarnunc1042]

America and her many Irish descendants salute you!!!

[@rangergamer6953]

Oh I've loved you from afar, I've borne you like a scar, Sung your name across the bloody Colfiorito, But a poison took your heart, you charmless little tart, Now you've nary a jot o' bother at all for me-o, This old town has gone to bits, all the folk are off their tits, Screamin', "Hoo-rah! Hurry the fuck t'blazes!" A right parade o' fools come to stomp all o'er yer jewels, Like a fistful o' half dead roses. And we're here again, ho again, let the whisky flow again, Let the taps blow again, sound away the knell, Like a fistful o' roses, we'll take 'em to the grave, Every last tale there is to tell. Oh, this boozer is a wreck, all up & down the deck, Like a tired old sinner off her game, Wi' her blood red lips, and her youth about her hips, Still the regulars all love her just the same, Where the mud-spat boots cut their way among the suits, And the Sally's come to rattle the can for Jesus, 'Til they chain up all the doors & toss out all the whores, Wi' a fistful o' half dead roses. May all the Autumn leaves turn to Twenties at yer feet, And the high & mighty come to know your thunder, We could set the world ablaze, but these are early days, And there's still a hell of a road for us tae wander, And there's one here among us'll outlive the rest, Take a tipple to his foibles & his praises, 'Til they strike him off the roll & chuck him doon a hole, Wi' a fistful o' half dead roses.

[@mattmad6259]

Man first Anthony Matters passing away 2019 and now Frankie the lead singer also walks a different part probably with his real life struggles. I miss the good early 2010´s with the Music of this fellas. Rest in Peace Anthony man really and good Luck to Frankie. Hopefully he will redeam himself.

[@noobsandwich4598]

No one makes the penny whistle sound as hard as the rumjacks!

[@marioarmonica1542]

Buenos...buenos🎙️🎼🇪🇸

[@stephaniev6755]

Love it. Like Shane macgowan😆 much love from Boston, Ma ayeeeeeeeeeee😀😝🙋🏻‍♀️🍀🍀🍀🍀🍀🍀🍀🍀🍀🍀🍀

[@seanbraisted3165]

Worth checking out the Tossers, or Flogging Molly.

[@jasonkreider8954]

You should hear Ian Anderson rocking out on the flute

[@dpledford1]

I dated a girl who played one with her nose. Not the way I wanted my whistle played.

[@comettamer]

I would love to one day visit Sydney. I hope some of the profits off this song were donated to help these small pubs and folks who really need it.

[@itjasonjjaybirdblakesleebl4748]

this band is making my days lately.Im recently paralyzed and my fret hand is frozen shut I can't play bass.but I keep a music buzz byv watching these guys.if you haven't experienced throw rag.they are the American version of the rumjacks.

[@therumjacks]

Jasonj jaybird Blakesleeblaje bass sorry to hear that news mate. Happy that our music helps in whatever way. Contact us when we are in a town near you and beers are on us.

[@leescott1775]

@@therumjacks That is the finest comment i ever read on youtube LEDGEND greetings from cumbria

[@johnhitchcock5089]

Fuck that shit, kid. You’re alright! Don’t start stopping! God bless you, bro

[@erinexpress64]

I'm 2nd Gen. Irish here in the states, love it! Erin Go Bragh!

[@SouthBayRick]

The Rumjacks are the best group I've heard in years. This song is fantastic!

[@koltonchica]

When it comes to Irish music rumjacks will always reign

[@mattmcsherry761]

@@koltonchica The Rumjacks, Dropkick Murphys, and Flogging Molly stand at the top. And it isn't even close

[@philippadam5268]

ich im x

[@tylerlammer6876]

What about The O'Reillys And The Paddyhats?

[@SouthBayRick]

@@tylerlammer6876 The O'Reillys And The Paddyhats have also become one of my favorite bands. I love their new album "Dogs on the Leash"

[@Rocket_Fox]

I can't fucking believe what I just heard! I must have been living under a rock or something! First time hearing you guys and oh dear Lord! Fucking amazing! And trust me... I will be here again!

[@bobweir8598]

That’s amazing 🤩 Thanks for liking my aspiration and never giving up on my aspirations .I’m so pleased with the love and support you’ve showered on me that makes me feel really good..I hope you don’t stop listening to my song 🎧 🎵 have you been to my concert before?

[@theoutlawcodysmith2608]

Yet another song I'll never be able to get enough of. Should my future kids ever ask me to sing them a song from my time, I'll clear my throat and sing this song proudly.

[@robertmcclellan632]

Its nice to hear from a true Irishman

[@marykirn6336]

I’m 67, never gettin’ old !! Love this song , found these guts about a year or 2 ago, like 2020 ! , I play this and many others, flogging Molly, dropkick murphys, pogues, you got the idea, these guys, rum jacks are from Australia, I LOVE Irish Punk, anybody tastefully hating the Establishment here on top surface Earth (Gaia).

[@kevinlamitie7729]

AMEIN N GODBLESS N SPEED ON THAY N TO U YUR FAM.🇮🇪🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🍀✌️🙏

[@travissmith6280]

@@marykirn6336 lesions to the dreadnoughts

[@despotz]

@@travissmith6280 There now is a new pirate metal band that consist of 5 stunning beautiful women. Called Pirate Queen. Check out their first video here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rZWsZGtugc-apKssi=ngaN0gPU04AhLC07

[@Oz_Infidel]

What a fcking great band. If you can hear a lot of stomping right now that's me dancing around the lounge room all the way down here in Oz. I feel like going to the pub now.

[@OneAzzholesOpinion]

Appreciate that the Rumjacks gave the old girl such a magnificent send off, good on ya lads!

[@rogerscott9332]

That song fucking ruled.

[@AZEMATION]

Now 2022, and.. I still here yet, cause *This music - incredible!*

[@korleigh74]

I just heard this band last week and now I’m obsessed with them.

[@jameswhite3799]

It's just a shame they had to change the singer. The new one is great still, but the sound of the band has majorly shifted. Still good, but different.

[@shaunmcloughlin418]

Just found these guys, absolutely love this song!

[@AndreyGonzalezFernandez]

You may listen "Irish Pub". That's absolutely great!

[@aidanrussell2147]

Ybvv

[@aidanrussell2147]

Vvvvv

[@bobbyedge2089]

They have so many good songs. My favorite is go tell me ma

[@alexandredubiel2211]

Welcome to the family

[@DEREK2438]

Great Celtic punk music. Love it!

[@VisceralVerbals]

They're Australian

[@RHPD802]

@@VisceralVerbals It's still Celtic Punk

[@THICC-fd8br]

My mother my grand dad my family will be given a proper goodbye to this!

[@enricoschaefer5822]

immer wieder geil diese mucke

[@teamroninz3108]

Cheers during quarantine only beer and rumjacks can keep ya going These guys are glorious ❤️❤️❤️🍻🍻🍻

[@brandons807]

Oh man its been rough. A lot has happened in this time and besides work i have no outlet right now. But this music is making me feel a lot better

[@IrishWhiskeyParanormal]

Proper Twelve Whiskey and Beer for me. 🍀

[@alvinwindsong2246]

Here in North Dakota , feel for the rest of the country. Business as usual here. Only once did the Rez shut down. 8pm-8am .

[@joshjohnson2600]

6 months later, still accurate. Cheers!

[@tarksgaming6385]

One of the best songs I’ve ever heard

[@brettbarton5850]

God bless you and your familys love you brothers

[@mysteri504]

JUST SAW THESE GUYS IN NEWPORT KY BEST CONCERT IVE BEEN TO IN YEARS!!!!!!!!!!! MET THE DRUMMER ON THE WAY OUT COOLEST DUDE TO APPROACH ACTUALLY TOOK THE TIME TO BULLSHIT WITH US VERY COOL NIGHT!!

[@viralload7347]

Hello from WEST TEXAS! Great tunes y'all

[@piratczvojtapopovics]

Everytime i hear Rumjacks i imagine myself in a bar of the holy spirits from borderlands.

[@blitzkrieg4216]

Hellyeah

[@bleakautomaton4808]

SING IT!! *fistbump

[@toredurgali8374]

The acdc's of celtic punk.....!!!!!! aussie rock kicks ass.

[@sunbrah]

I'm singing this for the new years party we throw annually in my family. Our small country of Slovenia has been hit very hard due to covid. And the rules are becoming insanity. Even protests now result on violence. People are stressed out and becoming like deranged animals. The rules set upon us have been driving us mad. So I really want to sing this for the New year 2022 hoping things get better

[@andresalarcon9367]

i hope you did 👏🏻

[@nix1lord]

Ljubljana/Kranj?

[@boohooidc]

Things did not infact, get better.

[@dfoster4234]

Nope, it definitely got worse.

[@georgecompton1879]

Pppp0

[@dietmarrosner3676]

Da habt ihr Australier aber alles richtig gemacht! Geht sowas von ins Ohr 👂!!!

[@lobkevandendael1492]

Now this is what I call real music! It should be played again more often in public spaces.

[@jgarber1]

I never heard of you before but you're great. I'm glad I found you on KZbin

[@therumjacks]

Cheers mate!

[@davidwilliams776]

And me!!!!! 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

[@jaymeanderson5121]

Me three!

[@justinhawkins5141]

Cheers from America, thanks for the awesome music.

[@gabrieldelimacorrea3631]

I'm from Brazil and I am here to say that this is one of the best bands I've ever heard

[@danielmontes1320]

Glad

[@estevamneto6785]

Demais piá...de dropar o orifício dos glúteos.

[@gameingwithlogan4442]

These guys rock! Just found them.

[@wojtekzet7281]

Great job, Gents! I'm fed up with today' s indie rock, so please, keep making this outstanding ballades and let the rivers of beer and mosh pits come back! :D

[@paris5410]

Wow. When you commented this, “Señorita” hadn’t been drummed into your ears too many times to count. Otherwise you would definitely not think indie rock is the worst thing happening to music nowadays.

[@bobweir8598]

Awe, thank you always for being there for me and believing me . I want you to know how much I appreciate all your good deeds and the positive influence you've had on my life ... Thank you for your concern and valuable comments .. you're loved 🥰 💕❤️... How long have you been my fan ?

[@tonywoz77]

FUCK YEAH CAN"T WAIT FOR THE NEW ALBUM.

[@danmiller2940]

Salute from Tennessee. Great music. You guys are incredible.

[@davidm9612]

I saw the teaser on Facebook yesterday. thank god I didn't have to wait too long to hear the rest. Thumbs up from me!

[@FiloLHC]

I discovered these guys the same day I learned they will play in the next town in September. Excited to see them!

[@donconners6937]

Irish hip-hop has been around forever we invented everything ty lads

[@wanderer2574]

from the u.s. killer band....much respect and love to my Irish family across the water

[@grayumhutchison3287]

The first few notes of this was played last Sunday night in Edinburgh and the place was jumping. A great track.

[@michaelmccreesh5842]

Irish heritage 4-ever.

[@mikea327]

Those are the best, most real, music video screams ever, they echo in my heart.

[@krissy7342]

Listen to this everyday in my car. Up load 🔊

[@bobweir8598]

Hello thanks for your comment and supports ... your comment and constant support has brought me this far.. keep supporting.. I love you .. Have you been to my concert before ?

[@omecronrodneydheel349]

great video. we aren't getting much news of this in the U.S. thanks for shining the light.

[@matthewzdarko433]

I love this song. It rings true so much more now than it ever did before. Just think about it .

[@johnquirke6743]

This is an addiction

[@joshua3171]

when I play the rumjacks my neighbours scream and shout and shake their fists in enjoyment as well...........well that what it looks like to me cannot actually hear what they are saying as the volume is right up ;) but they look passionate about it

[@reneweibeck9179]

2022 and still cool

[@Audioslave6969]

I'm so proud to have punt of Irish in my blood !!! So proud !

[@anthonyliedtkeii2983]

these guys r just way frckin awesome too even put into words been listening to them 4 over 5 yes now even got 5 out 8 granddaughters listening to u guys there all under 8. rock on from N.Y. USA

[@theeffectoflogic3]

You're ancient then, cuss.

[@therumjacks]

Thanks for the support Anthony + Family!!

[@anthonyliedtkeii2983]

@@theeffectoflogic3 I don't fully comprehend what your saying sry

[@joshuawhitcomb4627]

I love this song and the beat

[@joshuawhitcomb4627]

This song is probly one of my favorites

[@shivanikalra8919]

It's been 3 days since I've heard this song and now it's my favourite song ♥️

[@TuckerHopkins88]

Sharpe's Riflemen brought me... Sound of em Angels, lads.. ⚡

[@jonweiss1358]

The Rumjacks - "Salute!" Jonny Weiss "Hello Texas." 🎶

[@madelinecesnalise76]

I love this song. I play it everyday. It makes me think about my scotts/ irish ancestors. And how strong they must have been. Came to America before the civil war. And fought in it. Musta been some tough s.o.b's!! Im a wimp compared to any of em. May all the autum leaves turn to 20's at yur feet!❤ Good wishs to all that read this.🎶

[@bettyfreeman8962]

I love ireland 🇮🇪

[@audacioustabby2774]

I'm glad my brother showed me this.

[@martinsisovsky455]

God bless you all lads

[@El_chico26121]

Someone said beer ? 🍺🏴‍☠️🤟

[@nghost1]

How in the hell have I never heard of this band till now? Great tunes

[@ShwampDonkey]

Just saw these guys live...Amazing! can't wait to grab up some albums.

[@mikepearson9442]

Rumkacks,no matter the topic or situation yall make the darkness retreat just a bit more. Blessings from the great state of North Florida,Dixie. Sic Semper Tyrannis!

[@jeffroitero4266]

These guys are so frickin' good.

[@mikepearson9442]

@@jeffroitero4266 3% Hell yeah! Thanks bro,

[@AstroZoombi]

This awesome

[@JotaADV]

love you guys, thanks to be there im my bad moments, thanks from Spain.

[@lufebonilla]

I AM FROM COLOMBIA AND I HAVE TO SAY WHAT A GREAT SONG!!!!!! YOU GOT A BIG FAN HERE

[@belmordok3661]

Hello, drunk workaholic and heavily troubled Croatian in Ireland here (past sh.t and all), no benefits (I don't wanna any, never took any as well), but tons of bs situations (hardcore survival in the jungle, as a foreigner and all), just a hard fkn work (no rest for the wicked, lol), I have to say something so you all can remember: Cheers! 😁🥰👊💪

[@karladawnboycestacey3149]

Hi All of Ireland ❤🎉✌️🔗🍀🌹I am and I love your music we are strong and we will be fine❤❤

[@sadpirat1139]

Can't stop dancing

[@MrRangerAquino]

From Paraguay, this music is the best!, ideal for drink with friends!

[@The-Carpathian-Death]

Loved this music from Romania ❤️🙏🙏

[@jeffbrunson8481]

Cheers from Marshall Illinois USA. Having a Yuengling with Rumjacks!

[@dimassetyowibowo1150]

NICE SONG

[@Memoria1356]

Honestly one of my favourite bands ever. They're so great and I hope they continue making great music for years! love this :)

[@tonyjlorns1727]

Amazing Mark

[@sandrineplanetfree8637]

Toujours et pout toujours le même plaisir à vous écouter mes frérot !!! On vous aime du très fond des tripes !!! 💫💪👌❤️

[@jackfive5129]

Rhum and jack Daniel's 😋💪 nothing better

[@mikeneidlinger8857]

Great work with weaving together sound. I'm drinking Irish!

[@r4rifle]

These guys are GREAT!!!!!!!!!!!

[@marinamarinabragasilva1280]

Love celtic punk

[@bobweir8598]

That’s amazing 🤩 Thanks for liking my aspiration and never giving up on my aspirations .I’m so pleased with the love and support you’ve showered on me that makes me feel really good..I hope you don’t stop listening to my song 🎧 🎵 how long have you been my fan ?

[@Vltaly]

Парни, вы такие молодцы, а главное жизненно!

[@lt5508]

Fan from France ! I listen and.. i drinking ! 😂

[@TheCherie1955]

I play the whistle and mando but nothing like this! Amazing. Love!

[@craigramage5022]

Love this? Irish DNA and proud!

[@nelsonyoung4467]

Love this ❤❤🎉🎉❤❤!!!

[@stuartrickles441]

King 👑