The Mighty Regis is a six member musical assault combining punk, folk and Celtic influences into an original, floor-stomping gut punch of a good time. Mixing traditional instrumentation (mandolin, accordion, tin whistle), scorching guitar and a crushing rhythm section with an unabashedly DIY/punk philosophy, TMR has built its loyal following one show at a time since 2007.
Starting in Los Angeles with a weekly residency at famed Molly Malone’s, this ragtag bunch have undergone various personnel changes and become stronger along the way. In both the pubs and the clubs, they have toured most of North America on their own, supporting other national acts and as part of Warped Tour 2010.
“They not only deliver, they practically gift wrap: superb guitar, rocking percussion, awe-inspiring vocals.” (Celtophilia)
Their 2007 debut ‘Co. Sligo’ made clear both their Celtic influence and penchant for wit. Their second and third releases ‘Another Nickel for the Pope’ (2008) and ‘21’ (2010) increasingly firmed up their punk foundation and true intent, landing on top 10 lists for both Paddyrock.com and Shite'n'Onions.com. Their audience grew right in step with their sound, and with the release of the 3-song EP ‘Walking Around Lucky’ (2011), TMR showed what it was truly capable of. In the growing sea of Celt/punk bands, they were starting to spread out and hone in on something truly original.
Opportunity on the opposite coast soon knocked for founder/vocalist Mike (Franky) O’Hara, and the remaining six found they were well-equipped and anxious to keep things rolling right along. So with the lineup of vocalist/lead guitarist Ben (Sarge) Wise, vocalist/rhythm guitarist/tin whistler Marypat (Ryan) Farrell, founder/mandolin player Brett (Gavin) Pearsons, accordion player Dave (Paddy) Goldstein, bass player Kiehl (Darby) Smit and drummer Mike (Mickey) McCurdy, this tight bunch are as focused as ever on spreading their gospel.
Favorites on the shite'n'onions podcast, the Scallywag show, Paddy Rock Vol.4 (with The Mahones, Ramshackle Army, Whiskey of the Damned), and featured on Fuel, FuseTV and "Live! With Regis and Kelly", the Reege continue to impress, making lifelong fans and friends every stop along the way...and they’re coming for you next.
Scotland
The Mighty Regis Lyrics
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We don't even sound alike
I've never been to Scotland
I got me own bagpipes
Keep your double-O seven
We got Remington Steele
My fucking pride is Irish
I don't care what you feel
(Chorus)
Scotland, you're not all that great
Scotland, you fill us with hate
Scotland, don't make a big fuss
Scotland, you owe us
Still earing kilts and knee socks
That shite's getting old
If it wasn't for the Guinness
We'd fucking run the globe
I saw the movie Braveheart
No big deal to me
If not for the Irish
You wouldn't be free
(Spoken rant)
(Chorus)
Scotch ain't the only whiskey
We have Jameson with our stout
I don't care for Ewan MacGregor
So Paddy knocked him out
Have Edinburgh, Scotland
We've got Cliffs of Mohr
Our tourist are drunk
They'll skip your fucking tour
Eat up all that haggis
With potatoes we feast
Wath that mouth there Scotty
You'll be Ireland East
(Chorus 2x)
The song "Scotland" by The Mighty Regis is a humorous take on the rivalry between Scotland and Ireland, highlighting their differences and poking fun at the Scottish culture. The lyrics begin by stating that the two countries do not have much in common, and the singer doesn't even sound like he belongs in Scotland, proudly announcing that he has his own bagpipes. The chorus then states that Scotland is not all that great and that they fill the Irish with hate, ending with the line "Scotland, you owe us."
The song then goes on to mock the traditional Scottish clothing of kilts and knee socks, suggesting that it is getting old and that the Irish would run the globe if it weren't for Guinness. The reference to Braveheart is made, but the singer claims it was only the Irish who made Scotland free. The spoken rant in the middle of the song adds to the humorous tone and further emphasizes the point that the singer is not a fan of Scottish culture. The song ends with the singer boasting about Jameson whiskey and the Cliffs of Mohr, claiming that the Irish tourists are too drunk to bother with Scottish tours and warning Scotland not to provoke the Irish.
Line by Line Meaning
We don't have that much in common
Although we are both Celtic nations, Scotland and Ireland don't share many similarities
We don't even sound alike
Our accents and dialects are quite different
I've never been to Scotland
I have never visited Scotland
I got me own bagpipes
I have my own bagpipes with an Irish sound and style
Keep your double-O seven
We don't need or care for James Bond, a symbol of British pop culture
We got Remington Steele
We are satisfied with our own television shows, such as Remington Steele
My fucking pride is Irish
I am very proud of my Irish heritage
I don't care what you feel
I don't care about your opinion of Ireland or Irish people
Scotland, you're not all that great
Scotland is not as great as it thinks it is
Scotland, you fill us with hate
Scotland's attitude towards Ireland causes resentment
Scotland, don't make a big fuss
Scotland shouldn't be overly proud and boastful
Scotland, you owe us
Scotland owes Ireland for its contributions to the wider Celtic culture
Still earing kilts and knee socks
Scotland's traditional dress is outdated and not practical
That shite's getting old
Those clothes are becoming stale
If it wasn't for the Guinness
Without the influence of Irish culture, the world wouldn't have Guinness beer
We'd fucking run the globe
Ireland would be the dominant global culture if not for British influence
I saw the movie Braveheart
I have watched the film Braveheart, a story about Scottish independence
No big deal to me
The movie doesn't have any particular significance to me
If not for the Irish
Without the influence of Irish history and culture, Scotland would not have achieved its freedom
You wouldn't be free
Scotland owes its independence to Irish people
Scotch ain't the only whiskey
There are other whiskies besides Scotch, such as Jameson from Ireland
We have Jameson with our stout
Jameson whiskey is commonly consumed in Ireland with beer
I don't care for Ewan MacGregor
I am not personally fond of the Scottish actor, Ewan MacGregor
So Paddy knocked him out
An Irish person, called Paddy, once punched Ewan MacGregor
Have Edinburgh, Scotland
Scotland can keep Edinburgh, its capital city
We've got Cliffs of Mohr
Ireland also has breathtaking natural landmarks, such as the Cliffs of Moher
Our tourist are drunk
Many of our tourists come to Ireland to drink alcohol and have fun
They'll skip your fucking tour
These tourists will not waste their time on Scottish tours
Eat up all that haggis
Scottish cuisine, such as haggis, doesn't appeal to me
With potatoes we feast
We prefer Irish staples, such as potatoes, in our meals
Watch that mouth there Scotty
Scotland shouldn't be so quick to talk back to Ireland
You'll be Ireland East
Scotland will become like an extension of Ireland
Scotland, you're not all that great
Reiterated message that Scotland is not as amazing as it thinks it is
Scotland, you fill us with hate
Reiterated message that Scotland's attitude causes resentment in Ireland
Contributed by Elijah S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.