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I'm not for tunes being played after goals have been scored, I'd rather the sound of the crowd hearlds the goal celabration, but if I had to give a song to be played if I had scored a goal and as I was doing a breakdance or cartwheels or doing riverdance around a corner flag i'd pick,
Le freak, by Chic
AAAHHHHHHH FREAK OUT :D
I think having to play a song or a piece of music after a goal is scored is a true indictment on how much the atmosphere is lacking at Landsdowne Road.Before and after the game it definitely adds to setting a lively atmosphere, but during the game begs the question as to what fans want when the go to see a match and how bothered they are to fully appreciate the match. Maybe a half time concert would appease the Irish soccer fans!!
I dont think the use of a goal sting is strictly an Indictment of the Graveyard gloom around Landsdowne, Several other international venues use a 'crowdshaker' whenever a goal is scored.Quote:
Originally Posted by El Nino
The one that immediately comes to mind is a bizzare, heavily accented version of "Here we Go" that used to blare out in the Amsterdam Arena whenever the Dutch scored, & I wouldn't consider the Arena to be a venue short on atmosphere...
I think anything that helps create a jubilant mood in the grand old home of Irish rugby is to be commended, but the general concensus is that 'Hey baby' is horrible muck, and most certainly doesn't create any mood except "Bad".
If forced to choose between DJ Otzi's contemporary masterpiece and complete silence, granted, yes I would choose silence, but being honest, I Dont think that a few Celebratory Irish-themed Licks after a goal (a la the Pogues, Horselips, House of Pain, Lizzy, etc, as mentioned earlier..) would do the general vibe any harm at all....
As for notifying the F.A.I. via the feedback forum on the website? Does the term "p*ssing against the wind" ring any bells....? I think they have a spam filter that blocks out anything containing the words "complain", "atmosphere", "p.a.", "announcer", "music", "cliff F*cking richard", "otzi", "b*llocks", "enjoyment" (and possibly "I".....)
Ivory tower dwelling halfwits.....
surely the one time that false atmosphere isn’t required is just after a goal is scored…. i've never found the roar after an Irish goal lacking ever until they introduced that "hey baby" muck at lansdowne. does anyone remember McAteers goal against Holland? Keanes against Portugal?? even Kennedy’s against Yugoslavia???..... magic moments to be remembered for what they are.... classic Irish sporting moments with the crowd going bananas to add to the excitement unspoilt by a ridiculous pop tune!! I honestly believe that the playing of music after a goal kills the spontaneity of the crowds reaction to a goal..... all it does is pander to the armchair fan who wants to sit in their seat and be entertained!Quote:
Originally Posted by Bondvillain
I think your right in as much as "Hey Baby" does spoil the atmosphere. But I think the right song will only serve to boost the atmosphere in the ground after a goal. I reckon a bit of "put em under pressure" would work a treat! :D
Ah yes "put em under pressure" the memories of Italia 90come flooding back ..........Quote:
Originally Posted by Babysis
Unfortunately your suggestion may be met with dissention on this forum (although I reckon it would be a good choice) due to a certain 'ole ole ole' chorus within that song, I say this because i've read on other posts that 'ole ole ole' has no significance to Irish football ! ! :(
Given that, my previous post on this thread has been echoed a few times, I still reckon that the natural reaction of the crowd will beat any songs hands down!
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Originally Posted by Colm55
Yes I have read those posts. It makes no sense. As someone pointed out, you only need to look at the words of that song to see how significant it is to irish football. If not put em under pressure, then..............cath me if you can by the legend Brendan shine :D
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Originally Posted by Babysis
Ah, A particularly ironic title bearing in mind Mr Shines recent ban for driving while intoxicated...
Maybe they should try "Carrots" or even better "Do you want your oul lobby washed down, Con Shine?" That'll get the corporate raiders swinging....
We should try & get the ''DAILY ST*R'' onside on the ''hey baby'' debacle. It seem like its the only paper the FAI pay attention to... Anyone any connections? (Joe o Shea doesnt count... ) :)