@Scottishindependance Though I don't entirely disagree with your comment (though I think James Taylor is a better singer), the fact that you can't spell independence just shows the endless stupidity behind the Scottish independence movement.
@KayGKing Calm down old boy, no need for such aggression. The mis-spelling was a way to get round the fact that most of the variations of that username were taken. Perhaps I should have simply changed the username entirely, but hey, we all make shotgun decisions that cause future problems. In fact, that was partly why I created a new channel - a.k.a. this one.
And may I also comment on the fact that it is a sign of ignorance to jump to conclusions about people, that you have not met, so readily
I notice that the hero here is the "Lord of Argyle" rather than Ronald McDonald. So is this the version traditionally sung in Campbell country (We know how popular McDonalds are there), or did the Corries rewrite to keep American audiences from snickering uncontrollably while visualizing the beauteous Miss Lindsay carried off to the Hielands in a hamburger shaped car driven by a clown wearing size twenty shoes and yellow overalls?
My grandfather used to sing this to my mother as a child. She died last year and listening to this brings a tear to my eye. A beautiful song, well performed.
As soon as I left Scotland and came south to England, I became a dedicated Corries fan and am just gutted I never saw them live. Still Runrig are still going, just!
well i hope you like this kind of music because the young guy, Roy was uncle and i am named after him. and i carry on his tallent, in his home town of forres
I sang in college, for most of my life. I love to sing songs like this, more so because I am of Scottish descent. My maternal grandmother was only 2nd generation in the USA. I try to wear my Drummond kilt whenever I can. lol These guys were so awesome, They are quite easy to sing with, my oldest son hates this kind of music, but even he thinks I do a good job.
This was them in their absolute hey-day. Early-mid 70s I'd guess? They were still good in the 1980s but theyd lost something by then I think. They were just great in this period though.
Old Blind Dogs are a fantastic Aberdeen based band who are carrying on the tradition of the bothy ballad but with an up to date but not out of context sound & rhythm.
does anybody know if there is somone comparable with the Corries nowadays? were they so unique? people (not only Scots) should sing such songs, for reminding that there are other things about life than only money and sex
The Corries were unique. Check out the Battlefield Band. They tour the US twice a year . Live concerts are fantastic. Ronnie Browne also has some solo You Tube videos
Thanks to Youtube for helping to keep the memories of the Corries alive. They held the audience captive from beginning to end during their live concerts. Almost 40 years later they still get rave reviews.
Beautiful
williami5 6 months ago
@Scottishindependance Though I don't entirely disagree with your comment (though I think James Taylor is a better singer), the fact that you can't spell independence just shows the endless stupidity behind the Scottish independence movement.
KayGKing 6 months ago
@KayGKing Calm down old boy, no need for such aggression. The mis-spelling was a way to get round the fact that most of the variations of that username were taken. Perhaps I should have simply changed the username entirely, but hey, we all make shotgun decisions that cause future problems. In fact, that was partly why I created a new channel - a.k.a. this one.
And may I also comment on the fact that it is a sign of ignorance to jump to conclusions about people, that you have not met, so readily
Historyisthekey 6 months ago 2
what a beautiful song
billybhoy32 8 months ago
@Enferushostis So true ..so effortless
Recordbhoy 8 months ago
I notice that the hero here is the "Lord of Argyle" rather than Ronald McDonald. So is this the version traditionally sung in Campbell country (We know how popular McDonalds are there), or did the Corries rewrite to keep American audiences from snickering uncontrollably while visualizing the beauteous Miss Lindsay carried off to the Hielands in a hamburger shaped car driven by a clown wearing size twenty shoes and yellow overalls?
Fflwddur 9 months ago
My grandfather used to sing this to my mother as a child. She died last year and listening to this brings a tear to my eye. A beautiful song, well performed.
keithewright 10 months ago
Oaye.
TheDiarmaidable 1 year ago
I saw them live in the 70' and 80's - well worth every penny spent! RIP Roy
simnebrael 1 year ago
@Enferushostis Ｏｎｌｙ ｔｈｅ ｓｅａ ｗａｔｅｒ ｉｆ ｔｈｅｙ ａｒｅ ｓｉｌｌｙ ｅｎｏｕｇｈ ｔｏ ｗａｄｅ ｉｎ ！
3NUNS 1 year ago
As soon as I left Scotland and came south to England, I became a dedicated Corries fan and am just gutted I never saw them live. Still Runrig are still going, just!
Taysidethistle 2 years ago 4
well i hope you like this kind of music because the young guy, Roy was uncle and i am named after him. and i carry on his tallent, in his home town of forres
chemical376 2 years ago 5
@chemical376 Do you not know your uncle Roy was the elder of the two?
endora60 1 year ago
excellent song but prefer their Macdonald version to the Argyll!
Taysidethistle 2 years ago
Love the song!!!
Thank you
johan0066 2 years ago
I sang in college, for most of my life. I love to sing songs like this, more so because I am of Scottish descent. My maternal grandmother was only 2nd generation in the USA. I try to wear my Drummond kilt whenever I can. lol These guys were so awesome, They are quite easy to sing with, my oldest son hates this kind of music, but even he thinks I do a good job.
amethyst48 2 years ago 4
This was them in their absolute hey-day. Early-mid 70s I'd guess? They were still good in the 1980s but theyd lost something by then I think. They were just great in this period though.
rossmcl177 2 years ago 4
@Scottishindependance Listen to Whiterose... The new Corries ;>
TheJacobiker 2 years ago
@TheJacobiker Not quite, but very good nonetheless. I'd go see them.
carollizc 1 year ago
@carollizc They are the Best Scotland has now mate and Aye worth going to see.
TheJacobiker 1 year ago
Absolutely beautiful!
luv4scotland 2 years ago 4
It doesn't get any better than this
uggyoggy9 2 years ago 2
Beautiful
fdarling27 2 years ago 5
This is exquisite. Thanks for posting it, Iain. I just bought two Corries CDs on Amazon - you can't get them here (Switzerland)
althaushexe 2 years ago 3
I love this one. Thanks Iain40!
mandolinda6 2 years ago 4
The corries were a one of a kind duo.
Old Blind Dogs are a fantastic Aberdeen based band who are carrying on the tradition of the bothy ballad but with an up to date but not out of context sound & rhythm.
ShetlandFiddler 3 years ago 2
thanks. i am no Scot, but when i hear them, i wish i was. and i do sing corries songs to my children.
billegeto 3 years ago 6
does anybody know if there is somone comparable with the Corries nowadays? were they so unique? people (not only Scots) should sing such songs, for reminding that there are other things about life than only money and sex
billegeto 3 years ago
The Corries were unique. Check out the Battlefield Band. They tour the US twice a year . Live concerts are fantastic. Ronnie Browne also has some solo You Tube videos
killikrankie 3 years ago
Thanks to Youtube for helping to keep the memories of the Corries alive. They held the audience captive from beginning to end during their live concerts. Almost 40 years later they still get rave reviews.
killikrankie 3 years ago 9
the corries, its aw ye huv tae say , the corries
speedwell867 3 years ago 2
I also play this song (actually I do many of the Corries tunes) and it is one of my favorites
stax1964 3 years ago
Brilliant.
irishcottage 4 years ago
A favourite song sung by the Corries. Nothing could be better!
SaraCampbell0 4 years ago
totally agree what a song total smashin
rangersguy68 4 years ago
Good good good. Seen it live at celtic connections 07. Great wee tune.
tubularshoogle 5 years ago
Both spellings are used The Corries use Leezie so Leezie it is
Iain40 5 years ago
Brings back great memories of many a great night at the Usher Hall, Edinburgh.
Thanks for posting these clips.
ScottishExile16 5 years ago