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10,000 Shots

The Real McKenzies · 2005

30 min · 13 tracks · folk punk

A raucous blend of Celtic melodies and punk energy, celebrating revelry and rebellion.

Why listen to this

Best for
quick, energetic bursts celebratory listening experience punchy tracks for fun
Context
By the time '10,000 Shots' was released in January 2005, The Real McKenzies had already established themselves within the folk punk scene with their earlier albums. This album marked their fourth studio release, following 'Punk's Not Dead', and showcased their evolution in blending traditional Scottish music with punk rock influences.
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10,000 Shots is an album by The Real McKenzies, released in 2005. A raucous blend of Celtic melodies and punk energy, celebrating revelry and rebellion. The album received notable recognition within the punk community, solidifying The Real McKenzies' reputation for energetic live performances and spirited anthems. '10,000 Shots' contributed to the growing popularity of folk punk, influencing subsequent artists in the genre and helping to maintain a vibrant community around Celtic-influenced punk music. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 10,000 Shots sound like?

A raucous blend of Celtic melodies and punk energy, celebrating revelry and rebellion. Rooted in folk punk.

What makes 10,000 Shots by The Real McKenzies notable?

The album received notable recognition within the punk community, solidifying The Real McKenzies' reputation for energetic live performances and spirited anthems. '10,000 Shots' contributed to the growing popularity of folk punk, influencing subsequent artists in the genre and helping to maintain a vibrant community around Celtic-influenced punk music. By the time '10,000 Shots' was released in January 2005, The Real McKenzies had already established themselves within the folk punk scene with their earlier albums. This album marked their fourth studio release, following 'Punk's Not Dead', and showcased their evolution in blending traditional Scottish music with punk rock influences.

Who is 10,000 Shots for?

10,000 Shots works well if you're into quick, energetic bursts, celebratory listening experience and punchy tracks for fun.

How many songs are on 10,000 Shots?

10,000 Shots has 13 tracks, running approximately 30 minutes.

Tracklist

13 tracks·30:01

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Smokin’ Bowl Standout 3:05
  • 2 Best Day Until Tomorrow 2:46
  • 3 Will Ye No Come Back Again? 1:59
  • 4 Pour Decisions 2:37
  • 5 I Hate My Band Standout 2:16
  • 6 Farewell to Nova Scotia Standout 2:09
  • 7 Bugger Off 2:02
  • 8 10,000 Shots 2:20
  • 9 The Skeleton and the Tailor 2:38
  • 10 13 2:03
  • 11 Comin’ Thro’ the Rye 1:38
  • 12 The Ale Is Dear 1:22
  • 13 The Catalpa 3:01

Release Date

January 1, 2005

Genre

folk punk

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Artist Origin

Canada

Runtime

30 min 1 sec