Proclaimers

[Leith's finest]

Just got tickets for the proclaimers 10th nov, only £34 per ticket, upper circle, can't wait

[madjock9]

Booked my tickets this morning when they come to Dublin on 8th.

[Hermit Crab]

Would there be so much interest on here if they weren't hibbys? They are not my cup of tea just interested to know if folk actually like their music or just their affiliation to the club?

[Nameless]

Would there be so much interest on here if they weren't hibbys? They are not my cup of tea just interested to know if folk actually like their music or just their affiliation to the club?Cap in Hand is my favourite ever song. The fact that they are Hibbys just means they have a brain - I personally think they are brilliant lyricists regardless of persuasion.

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[Barman Stanton]

Would there be so much interest on here if they weren't hibbys? They are not my cup of tea just interested to know if folk actually like their music or just their affiliation to the club?

Probably not as much that's for sure. But one of there songs is known around the world as a Hibs anthem so normal that we would like them.

[Booked4Being-Ugly]

I prefer Cicero if i’m honest!

[Leith's finest]

Would there be so much interest on here if they weren't hibbys? They are not my cup of tea just interested to know if folk actually like their music or just their affiliation to the club?

I like their music, seen them in playhouse, usher hall and the castle

[Geo_1875]

Would there be so much interest on here if they weren't hibbys? They are not my cup of tea just interested to know if folk actually like their music or just their affiliation to the club?

Remember first seeing them supporting the Housemartins never having heard of them. Later saw them on the Tube still not knowing they were Hibbys. I'd be a fan no matter who they supported, with maybe one exception.

[NadeAteMyLunch!]

Would there be so much interest on here if they weren't hibbys? They are not my cup of tea just interested to know if folk actually like their music or just their affiliation to the club?

They are incredible. I’d love them regardless. The fact they are Hibs fans and sing our unofficial anthem is obv a huge bonus. Similar to my feelings towards Andy Murray tbh.

[offshorehibby]

Remember first seeing them supporting the Housemartins never having heard of them. Later saw them on the Tube still not knowing they were Hibbys. I'd be a fan no matter who they supported, with maybe one exception.

The Assembly rooms on George street a great night

[Hibeewilly]

Saw them at the castle.......brilliant.......just had a look and both nights sold out. Wonder if they will put on an extra date

[SirDavidsNapper]

Would there be so much interest on here if they weren't hibbys? They are not my cup of tea just interested to know if folk actually like their music or just their affiliation to the club?

I wouldn't part with money to see them. Sunshine on Leith is pretty good though 😉

[lord bunberry]

I prefer Cicero if i’m honest!
No one can compete with such a musical genius

https://youtu.be/4mBS-9KP7_A
https://youtu.be/4mBS-9KP7_A
marvelous.

[bigwheel]

No one can compete with such a musical genius

https://youtu.be/4mBS-9KP7_A
https://youtu.be/4mBS-9KP7_A
marvelous.


I’m beginning to think you’re not taking this seriously.

[Nakedmanoncrack]

Got tickets for the 10th, hopefully Hibs at home that day.

[Jim44]

I think that suggesting that the Proclaimers are only successful because of the Hibs factor, does them a disservice. Yes, I’m a Hibby but having seen them twice, their musical ability and the quality of their live show and band, far outweighs any Hibs connection.

[Northernhibee]

They're not very good singers but they are very good songwriters, which is what I care about far more. SoL wouldn't be the same sung by anyone else.

[Eyrie]

Would there be so much interest on here if they weren't hibbys? They are not my cup of tea just interested to know if folk actually like their music or just their affiliation to the club?

I suspect that people are more open to listening to them because of the Hibs connection. But if like me you don't like that sort of music then the Hibs connection is irrelevant. "Sunshine on Leith" is not something I'd ever listen to except when at Easter Road and even then it's all about the atmosphere we create with it.

Used to sit a couple of seats away from one of them (Craig?) in the old North Stand and we usually had a quick chat about football before the game.

[jodjam]

Remember first seeing them supporting the Housemartins never having heard of them. Later saw them on the Tube still not knowing they were Hibbys. I'd be a fan no matter who they supported, with maybe one exception.

That was first time I saw them. Great night

[superfurryhibby]

They're not very good singers but they are very good songwriters, which is what I care about far more. SoL wouldn't be the same sung by anyone else.

They are good singers. The vocal harmonies are a key feature of their sound. Maybe you don't like the sound of their accents? The Scottish Everely Brothers:aok:

[tamig]

Remember first seeing them supporting the Housemartins never having heard of them. Later saw them on the Tube still not knowing they were Hibbys. I'd be a fan no matter who they supported, with maybe one exception.

Think i saw them for the first time on the Tube. Thought they were tremendous.

[brianmc]

I've been to gigs of theirs at Edinburgh Corn Exchange, Stirling Albert Hall, Edinburgh Playhouse (several times) and Edinburgh Castle. They've been great every time.
Going to see them in Motherwell this tour for a wee change. Looking forward to it already.

[Calvin]

Going to see them in Motherwell this tour for a wee change. Looking forward to it already.
I stopped going to see them in Edinburgh as I genuinely like their music and, while I enjoy the Hibs rally aspect from time to time, quite like seeing them play an actual gig. Got tickets for the Palladium which will be weird as it's all seated; but looking forward to it!

[bigwheel]

Each to their own tastes...but I Love the Proclaimers...nothing to do with Hibs - I think their writing is up there with the very best of modern day musicians and poets. I tend to avoid many of their Edinburgh gigs, prefer to see them where the Hibs element isn't as dominant in the crowd..more focus on the music


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[Johnny Clash]

Glastonbury 2008, I was watching Massive Attack play but surprisingly got a bit bored. So I gave up and on the way back to meet my mates I passed a large tent that was packed and bouncing. I managed to squeez in and The Proclaimers were in full swing. Great gig!

[Callyballybe]

10 Scottish shows sold out in 10 minutes. Ffs. Wasn't aware they were touring. Will catch them one day.....😔

[Nakedmanoncrack]

10 Scottish shows sold out in 10 minutes. Ffs. Wasn't aware they were touring. Will catch them one day.....😔

And all done without a ticket fiasco.

[Sir David Gray]

Would there be so much interest on here if they weren't hibbys? They are not my cup of tea just interested to know if folk actually like their music or just their affiliation to the club?

In general they're not my cup of tea either but Sunshine On Leith is up there as one of my favourite ever songs. However I suppose they wouldn't have recorded Sunshine On Leith if they weren't Hibs fans so it's probably not fair to mention that in answer to your question.

I probably wouldn't pay money just to go and see them but if they were appearing as part of a line up at a festival or something like that, it would be good to go and join in with their well known songs as they do have quite a few.

[Jumbo]

Think i saw them for the first time on the Tube. Thought they were tremendous.

I seen them first in Nicky Tams at top of Victoria Street, never thought much about them until appearance on the Tube which was great.

[trev the hat]

I seen them first in Nicky Tams at top of Victoria Street, never thought much about them until appearance on the Tube which was great.

Nicky Tams, there’s a shout !!
(Trader Vic’s) after Pressie Halls 👏

[weecounty hibby]

I'm a huge heavy rock fan but I can also appreciate various other types of music. I think they are pretty good and are excellent songwriters. SOL and Cap in Hand sum up my footballing and political stances perfectly.

[Greentinted]

Would there be so much interest on here if they weren't hibbys? They are not my cup of tea just interested to know if folk actually like their music or just their affiliation to the club?

To subvert your question, I do know some die-hard Hearts fans who love The Proclaimers. Daresay Oasis had a good few Man U punters in their following anaw.

[vercol36]

Not a big music fan myself, but I'm sure they must be appreciated for more than their Hibs affiliation...they are of course popular in the USA and Canada where most folk probably haven't heard of Hibs!

[RamYer1902]

And I can’t understand why we let someone else rule on our land? :thumbsup:


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[Just Jimmy]

got tickets for Manchester in November. seen them loads and love them but never seen them outside Scotland. hopefully is as good.

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[HibernianJK]

Got tickets for the Saturday night as well. I think there music is so unique that quite a lot of non hibs fans like them as well.

Life with you, Cap in Hand and There’s a touch are personal favourites.

[cjward2]

Have seen them three times over here in Canada. Each time there were Hibs (and Hearts??) tops, flags at the gigs. Great guys who meet with the crowd after the shows. Happy to chat and have a bit of banter with you as the crowds they get here are only a couple of hundred at a gig.
Hoping they will be back this way next year.

[My old man]

They're not very good singers but they are very good songwriters, which is what I care about far more. SoL wouldn't be the same sung by anyone else.

What about a full Hibs end singing it 😜

Seen them twice in the Isle of Man 🇮🇲 and
after they sign autographs and chat to fans
(I got my HIBS top signed by them)
I personally love their music it’s just a bonus
they love my team
GGTTH

[Dashing Bob S]

I wouldn't part with money to see them. Sunshine on Leith is pretty good though 😉

I prefer the cover version by that exhuberant bunch of east of Scotland football fans at Hampden on 26/5/16.

[hibbie02]

Got tickets to see them at Cliffs Pavillion in October! Any other London/Essex Hibees going along?

[Betty Boop]

Would there be so much interest on here if they weren't hibbys? They are not my cup of tea just interested to know if folk actually like their music or just their affiliation to the club?

No I don't like their music either.

[RIP]

To me Craig and Charlie’s story is interwoven with friends, family, Leith, Edinburgh and Scotland.

I used to see Charlie at the SNP clubrooms where my brother took me for a pint. The brothers were pally with Kai Davidson from whom I bought my first flat in Newhaven.

Nico Bruce who played bass in a swing band called the Peristalsis Brothers was pulled into the Proclaimers. The Peristalsis boys wrote a great song called Cabbage and Ribs and other local musicians Gregg and Stuart also became part of the Proclaimers. Leith was really buzzin back in the 80s.

With their Leith roots, accents, campaigning socialism (particularly against the arch Tory Wallace Mercer), working class nationalism and connections have made them hugely empathetic figures in my eyes. I’ve never been to a show but in so many ways I find them inspirational.

It was also powerful when we started Hibs12thMan and the East Stand Singing Section that Craig signed up for a season ticket. Fair to say we have never asked him to lead the chanting.

Gaun yersel lads.

[Northernhibee]

What about a full Hibs end singing it 😜

Seen them twice in the Isle of Man 🇮🇲 and
after they sign autographs and chat to fans
(I got my HIBS top signed by them)
I personally love their music it’s just a bonus
they love my team
GGTTH

I heard at least three people get the harmonies wrong on 21st May. Petrie!

[dalkeith stu]

Got two tickets for Newcastle in October. Spotted 2 tickets at the playhouse going for £420 last night on a resale site. My whole trips not going to cost that!!!

[Joe6-2]

Would there be so much interest on here if they weren't hibbys? They are not my cup of tea just interested to know if folk actually like their music or just their affiliation to the club?

They sell out consistently, can’t all be Hibbys!

[WindyMiller]

First time I saw them live was in Norwich. Place was packed and I can't remember hearing another Scottish accent.

[Pretty Boy]

I like The Proclaimers music and I identify with a lot of the politics in their songs. Their work with Edwyn Collins was a great return to form.

[Hibs Class]

I was decorating a couple of months ago so just put all their songs on shuffle and listened for about six hours non-stop. Realised I'd forgotten several of the songs and hearing them for the first time in ages reminded me just how varied and excellent their work has been. Got front stalls for the Edinburgh Friday show, and really looking forward to it, not least because they usually include one or two similarly long-forgotten gems.

[cabbageandribs1875]

an alternative version of 500 miles :greengrin

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-43689518

A new campaign is encouraging people to do CPR to the tune of Proclaimers' hit "I'm Gonna Be (500 miles)".

A film starring TV presenter Carol Smillie (https://youtu.be/KAu9l2pWOis) has been created by the Scottish government to raise awareness of the life-saving skill.



imagine getting some CPR from carol smillie :drool: lucky jimmy :wink: