The 6 pieces ensamble plays a unique combination of Irish Folk, Rock, Ska and Punk, with the traditional instrument pair made of accordion and violin (Tommy and Patty) taking the spotlight as main melody makers; add on top some massive guitars riffs (Davide) and an ever-thumping rhythmic section (Michele on Drums and Luca on bass) laying the foundation for the drizzled vocals of the front-man (Marco) and you’ll have an idea of the Rumpled sound, a very fresh yet authentic version of Celtic Punk.
The band’s discography sees in 2018 the release of the 11 tracks debut Album “Ashes & Wishes”, recorded and produced by Gianluca Amendolara of Black Dingo Productions (already involved in projects like The Rumjacks and many more), with the support of the Upload Sounds platform.
In 2019, the band released the EP Grace O’Malley, a work inspired by the legendary female Irish Leader and Bucaneer. Anticipated by the title-track single, the record has been positively welcomed by both the audience and the press, raking up more than 1 million plays on Spotify.
As for the Live side, all the studio works of the band have been followed by promotional tours in mainland Europe.
The “Ashes and Wishes” Tour took the band on more than 60 stages between Switzerland, France and Italy, while the “Grace O’Malley Tour” ended in September 2019 , after more than 40 live shows around Europe, with the band shaking the ground from festivals stages like the one of Roi Arthur of Bréal-sous-Montfort in France, which saw more than 43,000 ppl attending the event.
After the 2019 Christmas release of “Let It Snow!”, cover of the famous tune performed by Frank Sinatra, the band also shared the “Rumplugged Series” on the official Youtube channel, a selection of acoustic performances showcasing some of the best Celtic hits spiced up the Rumpled way.
The band has also recently finished the recordings of a new studio work.
The TOSS THE COIN EP was released on 13 March 2020 and will be followed by the “2020 Saint Patrick’s Tour”, with the band sharing some of the best European stages with the Aussie Celtic Punk legends The Rumjacks.
Bang!
The Rumpled Lyrics
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Cos he's all dressed up to kill and so then...
Bang! a stranger comes along
Walking down the street he speaks a foreign tongue Passers-by, you see them asking why
He's all dressed up to kill
Let it rain on their parade, They can all forsake me
No one's gonna tell me how to be Let it rain on their parade, They ain't gonna make me Hate you just because
They cannot see
There's no bomb, no belt beneath his coat and jeans Passers-by begin to smile and sigh
Cos he ain't dressed up to kill and so then..
Bang! c bomb of love explodes There's no fear inside, no need to run and hide The reason why, I can't meet your eye
cre just a pack of lies
Let it rain on their parade, They can all forsake me
No one's gonna tell me how to be Let it rain on their parade, They ain't gonna make me Hate you just because
They cannot see
Bang... you can hear the sound, I will try not to let you down, and then... Bang.. (you're) falling on the ground, don't you run from me...
Let it rain on their parade, They can all forsake me
No one's gonna tell me how to be Let it rain on their parade, They ain't gonna make me Hate you just because
They cannot see
Let it rain on their parade, They can all forsake me
No one's gonna tell me how to be Let it rain on their parade, They ain't gonna make me Hate you just because
They cannot see
The Rumpled's song Bang! is a story about a stranger who walks down the street dressed up to kill, causing some unease and fear among the people around him. However, he turns out to be harmless, and instead, the "bomb" he brings with him is one of love. The lyrics express the idea that appearances can be deceiving and that we should not jump to conclusions or judge people based on their looks or the language they speak. The song also has a defiant tone, with the singer refusing to conform to others' expectations and standing up for themselves.
The chorus, "Let it rain on their parade, They can all forsake me," is a statement of resilience and independence, suggesting that the singer is not afraid to be different or rejected by others. The repetition of the line "They cannot see" further emphasizes the theme of misjudgment and the importance of looking beyond the surface.
Overall, the song has a catchy melody and driving beat, with a memorable chorus and strong vocals that convey the emotions of the lyrics. It is a powerful and uplifting message about love and individuality that resonates with listeners.
Line by Line Meaning
Bang! A stranger comes your way
A stranger suddenly approaches you while walking down the street.
Walking down the street in the light of day
It's daytime and the incident is happening in plain view.
Passers-by they can meet this eye
People walking by can make eye contact with the stranger.
Cos he’s all dressed up to kill and so then...
The stranger looks dangerous because of the way he's dressed.
Bang! a stranger comes along
Another stranger speaks a foreign language while walking down the street.
Walking down the street he speaks a foreign tongue
The stranger is speaking a language that's unfamiliar to those around him.
Passers-by, you see them asking why
People walking by are curious about why the stranger is speaking a foreign language.
He’s all dressed up to kill
The stranger looks dangerous because of the way he's dressed.
Let it rain on their parade, They can all forsake me
The singer doesn't care what others think and will not conform to societal norms.
No one’s gonna tell me how to be
The singer is independent and will not be influenced by others.
Hate you just because, They cannot see
People may judge the singer without truly understanding them.
Bang! And nothing’s what it seems
Things may not be as they appear on the surface.
There’s no bomb, no belt beneath his coat and jeans
The first stranger is not as dangerous as he appeared to be.
Passers-by begin to smile and sigh
People walking by are relieved that there is no danger.
Cos he ain’t dressed up to kill and so then..
The first stranger was only perceived as dangerous because of his appearance.
Bang! A bomb of love explodes
A sudden, intense feeling of love is expressed.
There’s no fear inside, no need to run and hide
The love expressed is genuine and poses no threat.
The reason why, I can’t meet your eye
The love expressed is difficult to express and may be overwhelming.
Are just a pack of lies
The misconceptions people have about the singer and their feelings are untrue.
Let it rain on their parade, They can all forsake me
The singer continues to reject societal norms and expectations.
No one’s gonna tell me how to be
The singer values their independence and self-determination.
Bang... you can hear the sound, I will try not to let you down, and then...
The singer promises to remain reliable and not disappoint.
Bang.. (you’re) falling on the ground, don’t you run from me...
The singer pleads with someone not to run away from them.
Let it rain on their parade, They can all forsake me
The singer maintains their rejection of societal norms and expectations.
No one’s gonna tell me how to be
The singer is committed to their independence and self-determination.
Hate you just because, They cannot see
The singer acknowledges that people may judge them without truly understanding them.
Let it rain on their parade, They can all forsake me
The singer continues to reject societal norms and expectations.
No one’s gonna tell me how to be
The singer values their independence and self-determination.
Hate you just because, They cannot see
The singer believes that people may judge them without truly understanding them.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
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