1) REILLY - an alternative rock ba… Read Full Bio ↴There are 2 bands named REILLY...
1) REILLY - an alternative rock band with 2 violins from Philadelphia. www.myspace.com/REILLYtheband
Hailing from the City of Brotherly Love, Reilly's signature "symphonic-rock" has garnered them national recognition as one of America’s best independent bands. Fusing acoustic and electric guitars with violin hooks and refreshingly God-centered lyrics, REILLY's artistry is original and irresistable.
Accompanying John is the versatile violin duo of Dan and Noele Huie, bassist Matthew Bomberger, and drummer Kyle Thoman. The band’s engaging stage interaction opens a new world for listeners to become long-time fans. Numerous first place finishes in "battle of the band" competitions and increasing notoriety have allowed the band to play at notable music festivals including CORNERSTONE, AUTUMN BLAZE, PURPLE DOOR, REVELATION GENERATION.
Reilly is becoming more and more of a household name as they have played with national acts like NEWSBOYS, SWITCHFOOT, LEELAND, JARS OF CLAY, TOBY MAC, BARLOW GIRL. Off stage they are a team of hard working D.I.Y. entrepreneurs, having created and implemented successful marketing plans, and recorded albums without the help of a record label. Future success is no fairy tale for REILLY.
Working with pop/rock producer Andy Hunt (Garrison Starr, Glen Phillips, Lorien), the band traveled down to Nashville and recorded 12 new songs. Their latest CD, Let June Decide (2007), captures the band’s musical and lyrical maturity while showcasing their ambition to fuse the familiarity of pop rock with the sophistication of classical violin.
2) REILLY - Irish band from Milwaukee, WI
Milwaukee Celtic-rock band, Reilly, was originally formed by percussionist Brian Reilly in early 2000 as little more than a “pub band” - a small group of friends getting together at a local bar to play traditional Irish music while having a few pints. Over twelve years later, the group continues to expand its range – musically and geographically – as one of the Midwest’s premier Celtic-Rock bands.
After Reilly’s untimely death in August of 2000, original members Jim Kiley, Patrick Moores, and Johnny O’Donnell sought to keep the little “pub band’ going. After being asked by Kiley to attend a rehearsal one Sunday night, drummer Brian Bruendl suggested the group head in a more “contemporary” direction utilizing a drum set and electric guitars instead of just the acoustic instruments the group had been using. At rehearsals over the next few weeks, the “Reilly sound” was created. Three months after the renewed group’s first rehearsal, the band played their first shows over St. Pats season in 2001. In early 2002, the group added multi-instrumentalist Bruce Troeller, and released the group’s first album, “Beyond the Pale”. A few hundred pub gigs later, and with yet a new member in the fold, Milwaukee music scene veteran, Michael “Tinker” Tierney, Reilly released their sophomore effort, "Saints of the Ocean" in 2007. Both self-produced by Troeller and the band, "Beyond" and "Saints" are collections of Reilly originals and traditional Celtic tunes that have been "de-ranged" by the group in their own style, which seeks to meld the tradition and history of Ireland with the energy and instrumentation of the rock music the band is influenced by. From the Celtic-Blues of "On the Dole", to the pounding version of the Luka Bloom favorite "City of Chicago", to the new Milwaukee pub favorites "Sinner's Sermon" and "Train of Thought", Reilly's music has always held something for all music lovers, especially lovers of contemporary Irish music.
In 2008, the group nationally released “Kick Ass Celtic Christmas” on Oglio Records of Los Angeles, CA. Hardly a “traditional” Christmas album, “KACC” is an in-your-face collection of original Reilly holiday songs and traditional Christmas classics performed with a hard rockin’ Celtic flair. The lead single from the album, “Dear Santa (I Can Explain)”, received airplay on radio stations all over the country, and appeared on a national compilation of holiday songs alongside artists such as George Strait, Yo-Yo Ma, and Rascal Flatts.
Fast-forward through another few hundred gigs to 2013. Reilly’s new four piece lineup (featuring Bruendl and Tierney, as well as fiddle player Kimberly Unger and bassist Joe Neumann) released “Revelry and Regret”, the latest in Reilly’s collection of Celtic Rock. Produced by the band and acclaimed Milwaukee musician/producer, Jeff Hamilton, the group exhibits a more mature sound on “R&R”, but doesn’t stray far from the raucous pub-rock that helped the group gain their following. Now a regional/national touring band, Reilly has come a long way since its early pub days, but still maintains the same energy and attitude, not to mention a fierce DIY approach to handling their business and performances.
Reilly strives to entertain crowds with both original tunes, and music by contemporary Irish artists, as well as traditional Celtic tunes performed in as much of an energetic, hand clapping and foot stomping manner as possible - and to have a good time doing it. The boys in the band seek to celebrate Ireland's musical heritage (and their own) with anyone who will listen, and will do so at any festival, pub, or celebration where such a lively musical feast can be savored.
REILLY ROCKS IRISH - and they're looking to prove it to you soon!
God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen
Reilly Lyrics
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Let nothing you dismay
Remember, Christ, our Saviour
Was born on Christmas day
To save us all from Satan′s power
When we were gone astray
O tidings of comfort and joy
In Bethlehem, in Israel,
And laid within a manger
Upon this blessed morn
The which His Mother Mary
Did nothing take in scorn
O tidings of comfort and joy,
Comfort and joy
Joy
From God our Heavenly Father
A blessed Angel came;
And unto certain Shepherds
Brought tidings of the same:
How that in Bethlehem was born
The Son of God by Name.
O tidings of comfort and joy
Joy
You are my joy
You are my peace
You are my love
You are my hope
You are my joy
You are my peace
You are my love
You are my joy
You are my joy
You are my peace
You give me hope
You give me life
You are my joy
You are my peace
You are my love
You are my
You are my
You are my
Joy
The song "God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen" is a traditional Christmas carol that dates back to the 16th century. The song is believed to have originated in England, and it is characterized by its upbeat rhythm and powerful lyrics that tell the story of the birth of Jesus Christ.
The song begins by urging the listeners to stay merry and not be dismayed, as the Savior Christ was born on Christmas Day. The lyrics explain that Christ was sent to save humanity from Satan's power, which had led them astray. The reference to Satan's power symbolizes the concept of sin, and how Jesus was sent to save humanity from its grasp.
The chorus of the song emphasizes the joy that the birth of Jesus Christ brought to the world. The lyrics describe how the blessed Babe was born in Bethlehem in Israel and laid in a manger, with his mother Mary not taking anything in scorn. This reference to Mary's acceptance of her role in giving birth to the Savior is a reminder that Christ was born into the world to fulfill a divine purpose.
The song also emphasizes how the birth of Jesus Christ was announced to the shepherds through an angel, who brought them tidings of comfort and joy. This reference to the shepherds symbolizes the humble beginnings from which Christ was born and emphasizes the universality of his message.
Line by Line Meaning
God rest ye merry, gentlemen
May God give you peace and contentment, gentlemen
Let nothing you dismay
Don't let anything discourage you
Remember, Christ, our Saviour
Keep in mind that Christ is our Savior
Was born on Christmas day
He was born on the day of Christmas
To save us all from Satan's power
He was born to rescue us from the hold of Satan
When we were gone astray
Since we had lost our way
O tidings of comfort and joy
What wonderful news that gives hope and joy!
In Bethlehem, in Israel,
In Bethlehem, which is located in Israel,
This blessed Babe was born
The holy infant was born
And laid within a manger
And placed in a feeding trough
Upon this blessed morn
On this sacred morning
The which His Mother Mary
His mother Mary
Did nothing take in scorn
Did not despise the situation
O tidings of comfort and joy,
What wonderful news that gives comfort and joy!
Comfort and joy
Comfort and Joy
Joy
Joy
From God our Heavenly Father
God, our heavenly father,
A blessed Angel came;
Sent a blessed angel;
And unto certain Shepherds
And announced to some shepherds
Brought tidings of the same:
The same good news.
How that in Bethlehem was born
That a child had been born in Bethlehem
The Son of God by Name.
The son of God, named Jesus.
O tidings of comfort and joy
What wonderful news that gives hope and joy!
Joy
Joy
You are my joy
You are what brings me joy
You are my peace
You bring me peace
You are my love
You are my beloved
You are my hope
You give me hope
You are my joy
You bring me joy
You are my peace
You bring me peace
You are my love
You are my beloved
You are my joy
You bring me joy
You are my joy
You are what brings me joy
You are my peace
You bring me peace
You give me hope
You provide me with hope
You give me life
You give life to me
You are my joy
You bring me joy
You are my peace
You bring me peace
You are my love
You are my beloved
You are my
You are everything to me
You are my
You are everything to me
You are my
You are everything to me
Joy
Joy
Writer(s): Inconnu Compositeur Auteur, John Matthew Reilly
Contributed by Sarah I. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
CrystalSparks007
yes! i absolutely love this song, and your rendition of it just made it like, 10 times more awesome :)
Chris LaGarde
I really like this guys!! Great job!
ColorMe_94
Very Nice Reilly!! I love this song and u guys made it better!
ColorMe_94
@LegoKid92 Yeah they r christian