Songwriters, at times, have to write songs they'd rather wish they didn't have to, but feel compelled to.  This is most definitely one of those!  Early-on re the 'WAR' in Ukraine (which only started 24 Feb 2022), and struck by the brutality of it all, reminded me of a Scots folk song I cover time to time; Glencoe (The Massacre Of) by Jim McLean. Hence, the lyrical concept evolved.  Thankfully (arguably), Jim didn't respond to my permission request, to use his tune, thereby I was forced to write my own.

Few of us in the West can truly understand what's behind this awful situation; steroid paranoia of Democracy, fear of loosing control at home, some genuine hankering after some historic 'injustice', and restoration.  Probably an unhealthy mix of all that & more.  Absolutely no comfort to the MANY men, women, and children assaulted, wounded, displaced, & killed the name of 'a special military operation'.  For which, MANY Russians have no realistic concept re the devastation, destruction and death inflicted on their kindred neighbours, thus far too many SADLY support. 😞

While those 'few' who do OBJECT, even in the slightest, face severe punishment & imprisonment.  WE therefore, must do all we can in support & respect of our hard-earned 'Freedom' and STAND with those who face losing theirs!  Needless to say, I've been extremely moved & hence motivated by what I've seen... and hopefully reasonably articulated herein. Cheers! 💔 tphx

An extra special Worthy Original, celebrating an extraordinary & exciting journey!  'Adventure (Land O' Discovery)' song 29; Nine years of Plucky Public Performance 29May2012 to 29May2021.  Arguably one of my best! 😁 Happy Anniversary me. 🥂 Enjoy!

Building on Plucky's busiest year for LIVE performance to-date, completing 150 BUSKING sessions in my last financial year. Paying the bills with this guitar, a reasonable vocal, and a positively motivated sunny disposition!  Join me on this voyage of discovery, subscribe to My YT Channel &/or tap into Plucky's Worthy Originals playlist for more!  Alt., follow Plucky on LemonRock for Blogs, Gigs, and view the latest 3 video uploads! 💖 tphx

Apocalyptic Pause is Plucky's Worthy Original No. 26! Written in Nov. See how lyrically prophetic the song turned out to be, when related to what's befallen us in light of the Global COVID-19 pandemic. RAP with full Lyrics available in YouTube info. and Closed Caption (CC). Troubled times indeed - stay safe!  Plucky 💖 tphx

15 days - busked in 8 Cities/Towns en route; Northampton, Carlisle, Stirling, Aviemore, Aberdeen, Dundee, Newcastle, and Leicester. Spending quality time with 35/40 friends & family along the way, many of whom; fed, watered, & sheltered this 'auld' Haggis.. which incl. a birthday treat, visiting Hadrian's Wall & Fort in Cumbria, thanks to long-time friend Jeff Dixon. PERFECT! :)

What would your favourite 3 song set be, from this list?  Perhaps for a fiver, I could play them LIVE for you at my next OM! :D  In the coming months, I hope to add more covers to my YouTube Channel, as well as more of Plucky's Worthy Originals.  Available for paid Gigs & Festivals.  Stay tuned folks; subscribe & have a fabulous SPRING!
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Thank you all, for your support & pushing me to continually improve. Haggis Hugs - Cheers!  tphx

You've got to be in it to win it, they say... OK, I didn't win with this, my very first entry per se, but it was a result nonetheless & gratefully received too.  I was really delighted to receive a little recognition from such a fabulous panel of renowned & talented judges.  Esp. given the relatively short time I've been pursuing this newfound dream, passion, career.  I'd just bought a new HD video camera last year, so Christmas Time - Al' An' Om' was my first upload to YT; far too long with 4 choruses!  BUT, this year hope to upload two shorter versions.  AND perhaps release it officially for next Xmas! tphx

More of Plucky's Worthy Originals added to my YouTube Channel & this Website: Alive In Me, Black Matching Tie, Folk Songs I Adore, Rewarding Stage, Forgive - Forget, and I Hydeleigh (Now I'm Home). Perhaps you could Subscribe! ;)

Sat 16Jun GIG at The Bald Buzzard Micropub in LB, BUCKS. And another TBC in BEDS Sat 30Jun. Keep informed of future Events & details via LemonRock or Facebook. Here's to a fabulous summer of Live Music, Refreshment, & warm sunshine! Enjoy!! Cheers! Plucky - tphx