live review Separation made the cut. It’s hard to believe that “Six Degrees” was released only a few short months ago but I think it’ll definitely follow in Breakeven’s footsteps. I was also delighted to see that one of my personal favourites, If You Could See Me Now had made it on the list. This song will undoubtedly leave the most stoic of people with a lump in their throats. The very personal lyrics written about the pain of losing a parent will tug at your heartstrings. It’s a song that doesn’t hold back on the naked emotions and the questions we ask after such tragedies. While listening
to them sing you feel unbelievably privileged as you get a sneak peek into Danny and Mark’s innermost thoughts and their life stories. If there was any uncertainty in the past there’s none now because The Script are a force to be reckoned with and not even the forces of nature can stop them from spreading the love around. In fact it was just days after hearing the news of the storm that these Dubliners surprised their American fans by rallying to the aid of those affected by the storm and headlined the Strong Island
Hurricane Sandy Relief concert at the Huntington theatre to raise funds for the victims of the storm. They have proven once again that through their lyrics we get a taste of the flavour of their music but it is through their actions that we truly see what they stand for. They are more than just musicians, they are the friends you can count on when in need, the neighbour who always lends a helping hand, the artists amongst ordinary men with their feet planted firmly in the ground… They are this generation’s musical inspiration.
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