Flogging Molly: ‘Float’
Having started in L.A in 1997, these men (they’re ‘old’ guys now) have honed in on their musical style and it’s both unique and compelling, and is showcased beautifully on ‘Float’ – a song that actually, really crushed my heart a little.
Flogging Molly’s Celtic sound is jaw-droppingly amazing - full of murky mandolin, archaic accordion and gritty guitar that Dave King’s heartfelt vocals glide over gorgeously.
‘Float’ is a song of ruminations and bereavement about not giving up and just carrying on and at one point King’s strained shouts cry “it’s the best I can” and we really know he means it. Full of dreaming, thinking, singing and, drinking, this track tells us that if it’s all we know, then “that’s all you can” – it’s a life line almost that reaches out to touch the very inners of your soul.
The track is accompanied by an astounding animated video from Flynn Productions directorial duo Kari and Saul, featuring a lank, shackled character that doesn’t want to “sink the boat that (he) built to keep afloat”. It’s evocative and cinematic, and I insist that you listen to it.
Words: Adam Mallaby
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