Firkin – crazy energy

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The Hungarian Grammy Award-winning FIRKIN have played over 600 concerts in 17 countries –
CAN, FR, UK, CH, ES, NL, BE, DE, IT, AT, CZ, PL, SRB, SK, RO, UA, HU. Within 10 years Firkin
have become one of the best headliner acts of small and medium-sized festivals and a
frequently requested band by major festivals as well as prestigious venues.

2009 Their 1st album entitled Firkinful Of Beer (Universal Music) became golden album within a
year and the title song was listed on a compilation album of the world's best folk bands. (Almost St.
Patrick’s Day, Reedo Records, 2009, DE).

2010 Firkinful Of Beer was nominated for Hungarian Grammy Award (Fonogram) followed by five
further nominations (2013 - WHUP!, 2014 - Igyunk Pálinkát, 2016 - Finger In The Pie - winner!, 2017
- Start Again, 2018 – Into The Night)

2011 With their song entitled Lord Of The Dance, Firkin ruled Celtic Radio Charts for 4 consecutive
months in Canada and Germany that was followed up with a 5-stage Canadian tour and several
headliner shows all across Europe.

2012 Firkin recorded their 1st live DVD entitled Keep On Firkin, which gave the green light to
recognized international tour booking agencies – Extratours Konzertbüro (GER, CH) and KS
Booking & Promotion (CZ, UA).

2013 Firkin composed a unique semi-theatrical performance entitled Jumpin’ John at Palace of Arts
(Müpa Budapest - Hungary's best known cultural institution) Accompanied by illustrious guest
musicians, Firkin produced a sold-out night.

2014 Firkin released their 5th LP album entitled Finger in the Pie, which received praising reviews by
acknowledged international bloggers and magazines. Firkin’s live energy rocked two major festivals
as well: Wacken W:O:A 2014 (DE), for the first time and Sziget 2014 (HU) for the fourth consecutive
year.

2015 Firkin was mentioned among the very bests on international toplists: UK – Modern Rock Top
20; Germany – 3rd best Celtic Punk Rock album; Ireland – 2nd best Celtic Punk album; USA -
The World's Leading Songwriting Competition – Top 10, Finalist (category: Rock/Alternative).
The band was honoured to play with Flogging Molly, one of the greatest band of the Celtic punk rock
genre.
Hungarian National Music TV broadcast Firkin’s 7th birthday concert @ Akvárium Klub, Budapest.

2016 Firkin celebrated NYE at the legendary Dublin Castle, London where Madness, Blur and Amy
Winehouse used to play.
After winning Hungarian Grammy Awards (Fonogram 2016) ?with the album Finger In The Pie,
Firkin was nominated ?for Independent Music Awards (?USA?) in the category of Rock/Hard Rock
Album!?
?Firkin’s platinum hit ‘Focimese’ became the official song of the Hungarian football team at UEFA
EURO 2016 on compilation album Bon Voyage (June 2016?)?!?
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2017 Firkin headlined numerous festivals with their crazy energy all across Europe and invaded the
main stages of major festivals like Summer Breeze (GER), Rockharz (GER), Czad Festiwal (PL),
Sziget Festival (HU) in the framework of Into The Night Tour.

2018 The now six-time Fonogram nominee released their 6th LP entitled We Are The Ones with a
double release show! in Budapest at A38 and Vienna at the Ottakringer Brewery.

“Firkin are finally back with a full CD. Probably one of the best live bands in the continent, the band from
Budapest has always released amazing albums. (...) Nobody could expect this master piece after their great “Into the Night” EP from 2017. “Into the Night” was very, very good, but “We are the Ones” is a true gem: great
production, perfect sound and a band at the peak of its career." - Kinksmarkham

No wonder that Firkin is to energize a lot of prestigious venues and festivals with their We Are The
Ones Tour through the whole summer season in 2018.

2018-2019 On 27th October, 2018, Firkin are celebrating their 10th birthday with a mind-blowing
concert show followed by their 10th anniversary autumn-winter tour all across Europe. The
audience will surely not miss any of Firkin’s greatest hits and they will be singing the catchy tunes of
’We are the ones’ as well.

Discography

WE ARE THE ONES (6TH LP)
2018 - Pump Jump Records
Licensed to Soulfood Music Distribution GmbH for Germany, Austria, Switzerland

INTO THE NIGHT (EP)
2017 - Pump Jump Records

START AGAIN (SINGLE)
2016 - Pump Jump Records

REVOX (EP)
2015 - Pump Jump Records

FINGER IN THE PIE (5th LP)
2014 - Pump Jump Records
Licensed to Soulfood Music Distribution GmbH for Germany, Austria, Switzerland

KEEP ON FIRKIN - LIVE (4th LP & DVD)
2012-2013 - Pump Jump Records

IGYUNK PÁLINKÁT! (3rd LP) – Hungarian
2012 - Pump Jump Records

WHUP! (2nd LP)
2010 - Pump Jump Records

FIRKINFUL OF BEER (1st LP)
2009 - Universal Music / Pump Jump Records

Members:
ANDY - Lead Vocals
LILI - Violin
PJ - Flute, Whistle
BAZSI - Electric Guitar
SHUTI - Bass
ESE - Drums, Vocals

Beer Almighty
Firkin Lyrics

Jump to: Overall Meaning ↴ Line by Line Meaning ↴

Never you mind the bully ghost
Preachers reach for their decay
Attention to the bigot’s host
Would sure be wiser not to pay

And all the sins they cursed on ye
Defy all life is meant to be
And all the moral chastity

Were never really meant to set your free.

Some of you may not agree
But lead a life of misery
With all the burden expectations
Obligations put on ye

Sail away or hit the road
’n kiss ’n curse ’n love you fools
For not to live you can’t afford
Grab a drink and up the rules!

Take a breath and shout aloud
For everything is now allowed!
So drink a health, and sing a song
And all ye kins will drink along
Take a breath and grab a pint
And leave the future far behind
For every drag’s a freshly start
A life is born with every gulp

If you’re hiding you’ll be lost
True is what you live inside
And if you life will be the cost
Who’s to tell you who was right

Take a look and see the beauty
Life’s a playground built for you
And each and every drop’s a duty
Make the most of it you fool!

Take a breath and shout aloud
For everything is now allowed!
So drink a health, and sing a song
And all ye kins will drink along
Take a breath and grab a pint
And leave the future far behind
For every drag’s a freshly start
A life is born with every gulp

As your time is closing in
You won’t regret the life you drew
Nor any pint or whiskey drink
Whacking a diddle and diddle doo

Whack a diddle and diddle doo
Whack a diddle and diddle doo
Whack a diddle and diddle doo
Now grab a pint ’n whiskey too

Take a breath and shout aloud
For everything is now allowed!
So drink a health, and sing a song
And all ye kins will drink along
Take a breath and grab a pint
And leave the future far behind
For every drag’s a freshly start
A life is born with every gulp

Take a breath and shout aloud
For everything is now allowed!
So drink a health, and sing a song
And all ye kins will drink along
Take a breath and grab a pint
And leave the future far behind

For every drag’s a freshly start
A life is born with every gulp

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "Beer Almighty" by Firkin seem to embrace a rebellious and carefree attitude towards life and societal norms. The song starts by dismissing the opinions and judgments of others, particularly those who try to impose their beliefs on others. The line "Never you mind the bully ghost, Preachers reach for their decay" suggests that individuals should not be influenced by the negativity and hypocrisy of others.

The lyrics go on to emphasize the importance of living life on one's own terms, free from the burdensome expectations and obligations imposed by society. The line "Some of you may not agree, but lead a life of misery, With all the burden expectations, Obligations put on ye" implies that conforming to societal expectations can lead to unhappiness and a lack of fulfillment.

The song encourages listeners to seize the moment and embrace a more liberated lifestyle. The lyrics advocate for taking risks and embracing the pleasures of life, symbolized by "Grab a drink and up the rules!" This suggests that enjoying oneself and having a good time should be prioritized.

The chorus of the song emphasizes the idea of living life without regrets. It encourages individuals to embrace the beauty and possibilities of life, as depicted in the lines "Take a look and see the beauty, Life’s a playground built for you." The repetition of the phrase "Take a breath and shout aloud, For everything is now allowed!" reinforces the message of embracing freedom and living life to the fullest.

In the final verse, the lyrics remind listeners that life is fleeting and that it is important to enjoy every moment. The lines "As your time is closing in, You won’t regret the life you drew" imply that living without regrets is essential. The reference to "Whacking a diddle and diddle doo" could be interpreted as an invitation to indulge in the simple pleasures of life, represented by a pint of beer or whiskey.

Overall, the lyrics of "Beer Almighty" celebrate a carefree and rebellious outlook on life, where individuals are encouraged to break free from societal expectations and enjoy the present moment without regrets. The song advocates for embracing freedom, joy, and the pleasures that life has to offer.

Line by Line Meaning

Never you mind the bully ghost
Don't pay attention to negative influences or external pressures

Preachers reach for their decay
Religious leaders often focus on negative aspects and decay instead of promoting positivity

Attention to the bigot’s host
It's wiser not to give attention to those who hold prejudiced beliefs

Would sure be wiser not to pay
It would be smarter to ignore and not give importance to such individuals

And all the sins they cursed on ye
The sins they condemn should not define your life

Defy all life is meant to be
Go against societal expectations and live life on your own terms

And all the moral chastity
Strict moral rules imposed on you shouldn't restrict your freedom

Were never really meant to set your free
Following those moral rules won't bring you true freedom

Some of you may not agree
Not everyone will understand or agree with this perspective

But lead a life of misery
Those who conform to expectations often live in unhappiness

With all the burden expectations
The weight of societal expectations is a heavy burden

Obligations put on ye
The obligations imposed on you by others

Sail away or hit the road
Escape from your current situation and embark on a new journey

’n kiss ’n curse ’n love you fools
Experience highs and lows, love and hate, in order to truly live

For not to live you can’t afford
In order to live fully, you must take risks

Grab a drink and up the rules!
Raise your glass and defy the constraints placed upon you

Take a breath and shout aloud
Take a moment to breathe and express yourself loudly

For everything is now allowed!
There are no restrictions or limitations anymore

So drink a health, and sing a song
Toast to good health and celebrate through music

And all ye kins will drink along
People who are connected to you will join in the celebration

Take a breath and grab a pint
Pause and enjoy a pint of beer

And leave the future far behind
Forget about what lies ahead and live in the present

For every drag’s a freshly start
Each sip of beer brings a new beginning

A life is born with every gulp
With every gulp, you experience the joy of living

If you’re hiding you’ll be lost
If you conceal your true self, you'll lose your way

True is what you live inside
Authenticity comes from living according to your own values

And if you life will be the cost
Even if living true to yourself comes at a price

Who’s to tell you who was right
No one has the authority to judge your choices

Take a look and see the beauty
Observe and appreciate the beauty in life

Life’s a playground built for you
Life is a place where you can freely play, explore, and enjoy

And each and every drop’s a duty
Every drop of beer is an opportunity to savor and fulfill a purpose

Make the most of it you fool!
Embrace and fully enjoy every moment

As your time is closing in
As your lifespan nears its end

You won’t regret the life you drew
You won't have regrets about the life you lived

Nor any pint or whiskey drink
Nor any drink you enjoyed, whether beer or whiskey

Whacking a diddle and diddle doo
Having a great time and reveling in joy

Now grab a pint ’n whiskey too
Now raise a glass of beer and whiskey in celebration

So drink a health, and sing a song
Cheers to good health and celebrate through song

And all ye kins will drink along
Your loved ones and friends will join you in the festivities

Take a breath and grab a pint
Pause for a moment and enjoy a pint of beer