Watchhouse - “Wildfire” (Official Audio)

[@radioheadfan6965]

i can't stop listening to this song help

[@amylewis5830]

I know. I’ve been listening for several weeks now. It hits just right in so many ways. Gah! So delicious and such wild commentary.

[@OzarkPursuit7883]

Same....

[@GlenfinnanForge]

There's no help! I heard their cover of Boots of Spanish Leather and have been in love ever since. Pretty sure I've had to listen to everything they've ever done now. All the live performances on YT, all the albums. Just spectacular music, amazing onstage chemistry, beautiful lyrics. Good luck!

[@myschoolaccount8023]

Same

[@timothyzelesky4018]

Yup!

[@thetruebatman4632]

I hope it counts as a view every time I start this song over. My 10 month old daughter is just passed out in my arms in our garage from stepping to this over and over and over. One of those moments you wish would never end. Thanks MO.

[@wheels188]

the moments in life that really matter right there im glad you got to enjoy that moment and you can think of it every time you hear the song even when shes older that is beautiful

[@echo4kw]

Funny enough, I have a newborn and this on the short list for getting her to sleep. Just rocking away and crooning (badly), much as I want to see the adult shell become I know I'll miss these days.

[@pauldavis8981]

@@echo4kw ha! I play this when I put my son to sleep. Magic.

[@goodybeenbad9798]

I was born a southern son, 65 years ago. I'm nearly finished reading John Jakes "North and South" trilogy. This song sums it all up. Rarely, at my age, do I find things that move me. Remarkable.

[@catherineferguson5215]

love this too

[@MsKDAG]

The song is absolutely beautiful. We need to pay attention and learn to love one another before we burn ourselves and our nation to the ground.

[@AmberWoodworth-i3w]

Their albums saved my life. I listened to them on repeat back when they were going by Mandolin Orange. I was homeless, deep in my alcoholism and heartbroken. Years later I am laying in my home playing the same albums for my daughter who is in my belly right now. She feels like she is dancing in there. I feel full of love, gratitude, and like we are going to be okay. Thank you. These albums of yours will always hold such a special place in my heart. ❤

[@AustinLanders-d3s]

This song is truth and it's playing out again right now

[@carolinaman5026]

As a Southern son born in a Southern town with ancestors who fought for the South, I agree with the message of this song. It could’ve been easy.

[@MrWahooknows]

Right with you, brother.

[@jimmyneutron8702]

All they had to do was let em go, but nah

[@1neAdam12]

All wars are bankers wars.

[@Jim_me]

My ancestors too,ironically an abolistionist.

[@pasqualemurillo9282]

This song is actually incredible I listen to it all the time because the sound is rare…it’s that good…but the South weren’t brave they were racist fucks and they got their asses kicked as they deserved. When I see the confederate flag now I laugh because how pathetic these clowns are that still represent hate..they’re no longer relevant…No one respects the losers of the South that lost the civil war…thank God they lost.

[@cameronmallin3097]

During all the racial and civil unrest of summer 2020 I had a job as a regional supervisor of a pool company. I was also going through the absolute worst break up I hope to ever go through. I saw the wildfire going on in the world around me, but it was hard to focus on because of the raging wildfire within. That opening pedal steel swell cuts through my soul like a hot butter knife because it takes me back to listening this song while driving pool to pool through Atlanta and having tears for the world around me as well as tears for the pain I felt. Just a song that gives an overwhelming emotional response man, perfection.

[@Big_Blue_Eyeland]

Craziest story ever… Your story is the exact situation II was/am in only I own my own pool business and I’m on an island 3700 miles from anywhere. So many of their songs are seemingly the soundtrack to my life and my heart. If your still doing pools and looking for something to do there are worse places to be. Hotlanta ain’t bad but this is the %1 of the %1.

[@NITESKYLIGHT]

love you man, no, it's not your fault, keep/stay paying attention, you are not alone, and yes, we support you 100%

[@Nonviableaccount]

@@Big_Blue_Eyeland shoot man you work on Malta or something? I’d like to leave ATL ASAP and have plenty of experience in pools lmao

[@1neAdam12]

Lol, I can comment BLACK POWER! But not the inverse. Kinda says a lot, without having to really say it.

[@ambu6478]

Man, it's like you folks have brought good music back to life again! Can't stop listening...so good !!

[@tannercahoe6571]

Brave men fought with the battle cry Tears filled the eyes of their loved ones and their brothers in arms And so it went, for Joseph Warren It should have been different It could have been easy His rank could have saved him But a country unborn needs bravery And it spread like wildfire [Chorus] Wildfire From the ashes grew sweet liberty Like the seeds of the pines when the forest burns They open up to grow and burn again It should have been different It could have been easy But too much money rolled in to ever end slavery The cry for war spread like wildfire [Chorus] Wildfire Wildfire Civil War came, Civil War went Brother fought the brother, the South was spent But its true demise was hatred passed down through the years It should have been different It could have been easy But pride has a way of holding too firm to history And it burns like wildfire I was a born a southern son In a small southern town where the rebels run wild They beat their chests and they swear we're going to rise again It should have been different It could have been easy The day that old Warren died hate should have gone with him But here we are caught in the wildfire [Chorus] Wildfire Wildfire Wildfire Wildfire

[@luckyladycj]

First line is "brave men fall' not fought.

[@megan1039]

@@luckyladycj thank you karen for correcting all of us like you know all the words to songs pssh

[@gabereiser]

@@megan1039 www.musixmatch.com/lyrics/Mandolin-Orange/Wildfire

[@brendan5232]

@@megan1039 That's not what Karen means, Karen.

[@zecuse]

Also a missing chorus between verses 3 and 4.

[@keepgoing1973]

Oh, this is compatible with my weed. Well done. Well written. With loving voice.

[@jackdolah2031]

I wish i was southerner! Y'all should be proud of your culture! It's really genuinely beautiful culture you got! I love you southerners!!

[@catniphunter7107]

JACK DOLAH why thank you. RHEC

[@AdventureFreak86]

We might talk slow, drink sweet tea, kiss our sisters, love NASCAR, and have horrible education systems but we is are smrt!

[@issiahbernaiche6897]

Jason Smelski As an individual who knows multiple Professors, studies American History, and specifically the Civil War. Along with other subjects like Political Science, economics, psychology, and sociology. I like the melody but it brings the wrong message and the lyrics aren’t correct in regards to history. Saying pride goes over history. Well there was a reason, and is a reason people can have pride, there is nothing wrong with that. It wasn’t of oppression or hatred regarding the topic of slavery. I’m not a hateful person and neither were the Veterans that you’d talk too in the early 20th Century. Neither are a great deal of individuals who understand. There’s a great book on Nathaniel Bedford Forrest and the KKK. Also the LOC that gives facts why the south really went to war, which wasn’t Slavery. I’ve also read thousands and thousands of letters. You’d be surprised In the context Union Soldiers talked of blacks just as you would Confederate soldiers. Reasons of why people enlisted. Plus people don’t fully understand slavery in our own country let alone internationally, like England for example. What was going on in 1860 and the 20 years prior. Definitely not worth getting in a negative debate but as someone who wants to preserve history as a professor, writer, for “what actually happened”, versus memory “what we think happened and how we perceive it” I notice a great deal of this. It doesn’t help with the media either confusing the situation even further. Gary Gallagher and Professor Tom Clemens say the same thing. Keep an open mind, look towards the facts and information. Check out my Instagram if interested in knowing first hand knowledge on the Civil War. Issiah Bernaiche, thank you! Peace and love.

[@jackdolah2031]

Buck Buchanan every damn thing

[@staceyowens8496]

Well thank you very much Sir! Greetings from South Carolina!

[@calvinharmon9777]

breathtaking and beautiful......this one set on my soul.

[@n2_the_mystic]

If only y’all knew how much your music makes me speechless…. I’m in constant awe!

[@jonmichaelroberts]

Imagine giving this to the world... I am so grateful for this song.

[@mikerosa889]

This song is so beautiful it makes me want to cry every time it’s such a peaceful melody and it’s definitely going to live on as the most beautiful song I’ve head in this day and age

[@kerricorser4562]

Sharing this today...beautifully appropriate for our burnin reality of late. Hearts on fire around the world today. Rest in peace Mr. FLOYD

[@megan1039]

Amen

[@nathanverster3301]

Yeah it’s not like he pointed his gun at the head of a pregnant woman. George Floyd was a bad person, I’d say Trump is a bad person and in general the entire political class is full of bad people. We need a new generation of heroes.

[@Jp-hv9zj]

@@nathanverster3301 take that trash somewhere else, you totally missed the whole point of the song and comment.

[@jamesdeeringer6789]

Absolutely fine music. Americana at it's very best. I find myself humming these tunes while I work.🤟😎🎵

[@TheHeavyVibez]

Havent been this addicted to a song in years, 3 months on its so so good. wish you guys could come to the UK hope to hear more music soon :)

[@imagofer]

Same here ❤️

[@robertmacfarlane8176]

One of my all time favorite songs. 1 Corinthians 16:14.

[@jamesdeeringer6789]

Moves me to hear the truth so beautifully represented by this great song.🤟

[@perryhendricks]

what a beautiful song, not only a haunting melody, but brilliant lyrics

[@kelleybabbitt6224]

Absolutely beautiful... We just had a celebration of life for a close friend/soulmate and I played this album during the scattering of ashes. It will forever hold a very special place in my heart

[@SPARKY4944]

Sorry to hear, sure it was beautiful.

[@GwenMotoGirl]

My condolences. May your friend Rest In Peace.

[@dainhuston]

Great pedal steal tack !

[@oldskoold22]

Holy hell! Yes; Masterpiece Zachary!

[@PumpkinNoob-q2v]

When I was Only 6 my family and I were driving home from the beach IT was sunset and I remember listening to this song while we all drove home and I cried it was so beautiful and for 4 years I wasn't able to find it I'm 10 now Saturday November 23 I heard the song I ran outside and asked my song what song it was and she told me I almost cried I was so happy. It Reminded me of my childhood.. ps: Thank you mom!

[@hippiejohn7100]

Their music makes you feel like being home ,when you were a child !! Warm,conforting, safe ,like a GIANT HUG😇 PEACE LOVE N HEALTH TO ALL !! ✌🎶💓🎶😇

[@DrJones500]

Absolutely can't stop listening to this. Brilliantly done guys! See you @ HRB.

[@MountainGyspy]

"Pride has a way of holding too firm to history and it burns"...exactly

[@ProblemPulse-Official]

I just found this band and I don’t regret any of it.! ❤️

[@leeroyjenkins8150]

This song is perfect for what is happening in America right now!

[@megan1039]

truth

[@1neAdam12]

Whats happening in America?

[@AmberWoodworth-i3w]

And for America now

[@opictia]

When that steel guitar hits just right 👌

[@tylerjones8794]

This weekend I had the wonderful pleasure of attending Anastasia Music Festival in St. Augustine, FL. One of my favorite acts there was Mandolin Orange. They were entertaining, witty and very good musicians. While they had numerous original songs that were very good, this one really moved me - to tears actually. I spent a lot of time yesterday watching all I could on YT. One poster below said it as well, but I can't stop listening to this song either. As one born and raised in south ga, i found it so very powerful. Very powerful.

[@bucksellers5364]

Tyler Jones !

[@kevindunne6520]

This is one of those tunes that linger in my mind!Love your music. Thank you

[@imagofer]

My heart.... Lol.. the profoundness.. leaves me speechless and makes me cry... My heart..

[@mikecombs23]

This shiz fire for 8yrs ago

[@IlliniDog01]

I randomly heard this song on Pandora today. Beautiful song. Instantly reminded me of Dire Straits' So Far Away

[@susansislandintexas7907]

WOW!! Love Mandolin Orange 🌟 Americana. Where We Go One, We Go all ❤ We Are One 🌋

[@naribhidden1715]

So glad my nephew introduced me to their music. I bought this album because of this song.

[@gapstables649]

My favorite song in the whole world right now

[@williamcole4612]

What an incredible song. Brilliantly written. Nuanced. Patient. But so powerful. I am a southern son too and I know this situation first hand. Absolutely beautiful and insightful song. Everyone should hear this.

[@anthonymichaelkerr5761]

Love u all past heaven.. blessed be the believer. You all rock muddfossil style 😎 👌 ✨ 🙌 👏

[@gilbertpomeroy2896]

Yes indeed being born in West Virginia with the family story of the ancestor who fought for the South then switched to The Union then left and hid in hills rest of the conflict. Points to the US problems with race. Not even mentioning what we did to Native Americans.

[@mikestackhousemusic]

I'm sorry but this is a masterpiece. No questions. No doubt.

[@hiramblakecamp6087]

The reminder of our common revolutionary struggle makes the Civil War and current differences so much more tragic. It should have been different...

[@jimervin8650]

Just a brilliant and beautiful song

[@radiobento]

Ei mandolim Orange suas músicas são tão boas que meu irmão quando era bebê ouvia no fone de ouvido old ties and companions e falava tais quero tais kkk❤❤❤❤❤

[@AustinLanders-d3s]

We are fixing to do it again

[@erinmlls]

Thank you for writing this! As a white Southerner, as a social worker, as someone who is involved in racial justice but who also loves my family and my culture, it's difficult to know what to say or how to feel about the good and the bad.

[@bucksellers5364]

. You took the words right out of my mouth ...I couldn't agree more... It does put us in a bad place at times... And just think about the whole country being at war... Sometimes brother against brother....If its difficult for us just think what they went through...I cant imagine...

[@JR-kc8jx]

It is hard to apologize for something you haven't done. At the same time time it is hard to understand how someone can't step into the shoes of another person and perceive their hardships for what they blatantly are. Hate is a scary thing.

[@ikazy13]

Amazing, I just... don't know how to agree with you more here.

[@SPARKY4944]

Right

[@kristinnoguera8632]

mr. ALLcaps the fuck you on about? Please 🤚🏽

[@JohnFEden-gs5se]

Amazing song! So beautiful and full of meaning! I just love these guys...

[@coltinwilde635]

your music pours out of a special place inside. loved it when you came to Denver and looking forward to all the wonderful melodies your futures hold. many blessings!

[@Feverdreamwalker-r1z]

This country was never the same after… what lies have sprung forth from the ashes of what could’ve been… it should’ve been easy…

[@bennieivoryw.2161]

Unfortunately I'm just now hearing you guys thanks to my @tinydesk exploration. I can't say enough about this track. Very well laid out and beautiful. The nee album is awesome, can't wait to hear you guys in New Orleans. Mississippi hears you!!!

[@kenk910]

I found them on Tiny Desk too!

[@sheetglass]

A perfect song for July 4, 2020

[@rogeropie]

true artistry, original creativity in every way

[@gapstables649]

This song was wrote to be heard and spread in 2020.....

[@showellblades6963]

i did not steal this idea but i just heard this song for the first time and my first thought was you could add a verse for The Now.

[@gapstables649]

I agree.

[@cportz1966]

@@showellblades6963 Should have been different, Could have been easy, but Democrats ran Forgetful and Sleezy and they lost just like wildfire!

[@audiepaudie1249]

cportz1966 🇺🇸

[@free2roca]

@@cportz1966 Republicans lost with a battle cry, tears filled the eyes of the proud boys and their lovers in arms. So it went for the orange clown.

[@ffbeaumonster]

2020 America are you listening.....?

[@Strelnikov10]

Look out guys, Kyle over here thinks he holds the moral high ground. Meanwhile, his compatriots burn and loot every major city across the country, resulting in the deaths of 30+ innocent Americans. You people have concocted this myth that those you disagree with are Nazis or bigots... but it's YOU that suppresses the speech of others and constantly classifies people by their skin color and race. America isn't impressed, Kyle. You aught to look in the mirror my friend.

[@ffbeaumonster]

The irony of your reply I fear may be beyond the grasp of your understanding. It's a song about a your Country, destroying itself from within. How it tore at the seams, from hatred that spread like wildfire. I merely found resemblance to the current moment in time. You created a narrative in your mind about who I am and somehow my affiliation with the group you think I belong to. The group you seem to define as the "other". Truth is I hold no quarter within your Country yet it saddens me to watch it consume itself with so much hate and divisiveness. I wish you well, I wish you and the people you care about well. I'm not your enemy, I'm likely a friend you will never meet.

[@Strelnikov10]

@@ffbeaumonster No, if you listen closely, it is a song that claims there is some evil force in this country that started with slavery and was never stamped out after the civil war. It is just another attempt of mainstream culture to villainize half of the country.I am neither a Republican nor a Democrat. But I am sick of watching the left demonize the right. As an independent bystander, I have the ability to view the situation somewhat objectively. It is the left in this country that is tearing everything apart. They are the reason we are "caught in a wildfire". Mandolin Orange is openly anti-conservative, Trust me, I've been to one of their concerts. Listen to the way this song makes a blanket demonization of "the south". That doesn't seem very constructive now, does it? If you can't see what the true purpose of this song was (to scold half the country), then you are wearing a blindfold. You cannot sit around a campfire and hold hands and have unity when one side is burning the country to the ground. Sorry, not even all of the hippy energy in the world could make that work.

[@wheels188]

only to repeat in 60 yrs funny how we have so many reminders in society as if they work

[@mikesheppard5241]

"Its OK to be a terrorist if you're not white or not right" You're a joke

[@jonmichaelroberts]

Why does this song make me weep?

[@cjjams7930]

This song also reminds me of a war we all fight inside as humans in general ......if only the world could see with your eyes 👀

[@TsunamiDreamJesusIsLord]

Loved this song on NPR.... Jesus bless

[@ambercalhounmusic]

Jesus this is like amazing... Just beautifully written and sang and played perfectly.

[@osilva2367]

My heart weeps, but I have faith in the people of our country. Everyone needs to let this song sink in deep... Here in California where we've literally been on fire for months and years.

[@jochenpeiper2021]

Yeah God hates your state. It’s full of degenerates.

[@1neAdam12]

@@jochenpeiper2021 This is true.

[@sunfuldaze4519]

I love this so much💛 Shared.

[@colinkelley6493]

To me, your lyrics for this song is as good, meaningful, and important as anything written by Bob Dylan. And well played. Unlike Dylan, I don't think anybody but you can sing this song. So thoughtful, and smart. Haunting. True.

[@rousell68]

Superb!

[@DaveRS575]

Beautiful sentiment, listen to the words and whether or not you agree with their lives and lyrics, you'll have to agree this world might be a better place if more people thought this way

[@gloriaevans6359]

Now this is music right here. I love their music.

[@joedurant9194]

This is an absolutely amazing song.

[@DannyLlewallyn]

Beautiful!!!! Can't wait to see you guys again!

[@anewamericaallnewagain6089]

As I taste the salt from my tears . I closed my eyes & instantly Remembered!!! Why R U Here? And I Remembered that I'm here to bring the FIRE!!!!

[@marylouisemoher4625]

Again so impressive with the mellow harmonic sound heartfelt.

[@ccjensen4670]

Brings tears to my eyes everything hear

[@ccjensen4670]

time I hear it...sorry about the flubs

[@anthonylemkendorf3114]

Like many Wars - the Civil War was completely avoidable , my own family dismissed family slaves by 1858 but kept one as a family member and Nanny until her death.The institution was too costly to keep .

[@dalelightner2318]

Love in my form!

[@Pinrod93]

The Wild fire is getting hotter everyday! What a shame we can't get along! 🔥

[@andrewp.9541]

The wildfire you see on the news and social media looks insurmountable, what about the one within and physically around you? Is it even warm?

[@1neAdam12]

Peaceful racial separation IS our only solution

[@MrMarcus5191]

A well told American story...well done folks....

[@arnoldouwerkerk857]

I love this song so much 🙏🏼❤️

[@yarnpower]

Found this song at Matt Dillahunty's suggestion. It is terrific!

[@anthonymichaelkerr5761]

Over and over 👍. Good 😊👍 toons fire sure. Echo and repeat tomorrow echo reverberation and repeat tomorrow echo reverberation back to work and repeat tomorrow echo reverberation. Love you all past heaven LYPH

[@rearderailleur7729]

waaaao!!!!!! love this song.

[@obstreperous1113]

Magnificent in it's topical importance with today's divisions on race and ideology.

[@mrutyunjaybarik3242]

it is giving me vibe of me roaming in the forest with my demons and having fun with them.we shared our darkness and became allies for lifelong, i have made a hell inside of me where my demons can live peacefully. I don't run away from them, I chill with them.we have the brotherhood of sharing our coldness we have in our heart.Long night's darkness doesn't bother us anymore,it gives us the sense of comfort and soothes our soul.

[@jonbar140]

I think you're trying to be deep. But dude, never make peace with your demons, real or personified. That's compromise.

[@grahamrodger372]

Reminding me of White Mansions album. Lovely you guys.

[@myschoolaccount8023]

Gives me Colorado vibes

[@gregorylinn3061]

Encompassience, yah.

[@damienlaclair4405]

Please come back to Florida I'm sooooo sorry I ever missed you guys😢 you are so amazing

[@PnBish]

Life..changed..loves it..

[@davidvirgne7974]

Can't wait to see you on The Farm this year!

[@TheEric0009]

I'm a POD Manager at Bonnaroo, but they also came to the theatre in my hometown that I work out and I saw their show and met them. They're lovely, can't wait for them to grace the farm with their audible love♥

[@markwood1943]

Fire gets wild as I lose my mind. Losing something of vital importance that I don’t know! How could it be that I couldn’t imagine life without her but never seen her

[@jimcatalfamo8034]

they make simple beautiful. Pure Beauty

[@gcrauwels941]

Heard this first on WOVV , Ocracoke NC . Am looking forward to seeing them in Asheville come early 2019 . Just great music .

[@kevinprevatte7457]

I caught these guys at a free outdoor show in saxapahaw,nc.7 yrs ago and flipped out on them,seen them every time they've came anywhere close since last time a year ago,turned a friend onto them who is straight rock and he loved this song,the first time I heard it,it was live. Needless to say I got it on cue in my phone and play it often,try "Spanish leather"if u enjoy this one.go see them live trust me u won't regret it

[@japanaircarrier1394]

Holy shit, I love this so much.

[@yakittyyeah7649]

Greed the tinder of all Wildfires in our world. Thank You

[@trentbowman5605]

Relevant!

[@mnmdisney]

I understand what this song was written for, but the first time I heard it I was in the middle of an estae battle of my fathers that just passed, on of my sons and his girlfriend got very shady and greedy and forged a will, all my other children were appalled and fighting began, the part that breaks me EVERTIME is "Brother fought brother", this song speaks of our battle, very ugly and painful, havent spoken with my son since 💔😢

[@1neAdam12]

How bout now?

[@DenverChris]

I'm not a huge country fan but this style is pretty damn good!

[@zackflory2070]

Y2Chris I would call this more bluegrass than country. I'm not a huge country fan either but I love some bluegrass

[@mattmorgan1901]

The Civil War was started with no intention at all of either side ending slavery.

[@gt8432]

this isnt fricken country god dammit its bluegrass and folk

[@mpgarr]

Y2Chris---in a traditional sense---this music is "country" but in today's standards--it really falls more into the genre of "Americana/American Roots Music" with their style coming more from the bluegrass style. It is great that there are those of the up and coming generations who are going back in time a bit to take the best of what the past music---REAL MUSIC--has to offer and then take it to put a more modern, 21st Century spin to it and groups like Mandolin Orange are doing that! Thank goodness that some people want to make music that is REAL, has a connection to the past and honors that, but makes it fresh and relevant, with such music being done not to just sell more records and other things-but because music in and of itself-----that speaks to more than just superficial things----has value and meaning. This song and the other things that this young couple have already done musically and I hope they continue doing so----will be music that people can come back to in 50 to 100 years and more and find it still stands the test of time-----that is was music "meant to last" and not just be a hit for the next 30 seconds, then move on to make the next great hit and so on----most modern pop music of all sorts seems to have lost that quality--it is mostly "throw away music"

[@charliii9038]

its bluegrass not country I'd like to say

[@WeirdoWorkouts]

Please come to idaho.

[@BlamBlamMan]

This song and golden embers are my 2 favs from this band

[@VacateFear]

Love this song.

[@catniphunter7107]

I love the civil war 1800s feel.