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Dougie MacLean — Ready for the Storm (live)
Album: Live: From The Ends Of The Earth
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Released: 2001
Length: 3:55
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The waves crash in the tide rolls out
It's an angry sea but there is no doubt
That the lighthouse will keep shining out
To warn a lonely sailor
And the lightning strikes
And the wind cuts cold
Through the sailor's bones
Through the sailor's soul
'Til there's nothing left that he can hold
Except a rolling ocean

Oh I am ready for the storm
Yes sir ready
I am ready for the storm
I'm ready for the storm

Oh give me mercy for my dreams
'Cause every confrontation seems to tell me
What it really means
To be this lonely sailor
And when the sky begins to clear
The sun it melts away my fear
And I shed a silent weary tear
For those who mean to love me

Oh I am ready for the storm
Yes sir ready
I am ready for the storm
I'm ready for the storm

The distance it is no real friend
And time will take its time
And you will find that in the end
It brings you me
This lonely sailor
And when You take me by the hand
And You love me, Lord, You love me
And I should have realized
I had no reasons to be frightened

Oh I am ready for the storm
Yes sir ready
I am ready for the storm
Yes sir ready
I am ready for the storm
Yes sir ready
I am ready for the storm
I'm ready for the storm
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Old Man
Posted 4 years ago by mrtuba9    [ Reply ]
Thanks!
Posted 7 years ago by jmkate    [ Reply ]
Unlistenable. Hurts my ears.
Posted 7 years ago by pumpkins3    [ Reply ]

 

Rich Mullins is the original author and performer of this song, for those who are not familiar with him or his work. 


Posted 7 years ago by mardisoninnc    [ Reply ]
Wild is the wind.
Posted 7 years ago by twoplain2sea    [ Reply ]
 hayduke2 wrote:
Outstanding voice!

 
Agreed!  {#Music}
Posted 8 years ago by fitmartin    [ Reply ]
Outstanding voice!
Posted 9 years ago by hayduke2    [ Reply ]
I like the 'storm series.'
Posted 11 years ago by blkstd    [ Reply ]
Thank you, Bill. Yes, we are getting ready for the storm here in Boston. Very thoughtful of you for the themed set.
Posted 11 years ago by DearDM    [ Reply ]
 rdo wrote:
Ugh, seems like there are 10 variations of this melody in the RP rotation.
 
such is the essence of RP and why I tune in.. love this rendition as his accent is visible throughout.
Posted 11 years ago by Toke    [ Reply ]
Ugh, seems like there are 10 variations of this melody in the RP rotation.
Posted 11 years ago by rdo    [ Reply ]

Now there's a power group

(Sir Sean Connery, Lulu, Brian Cox and Amy MacDonald)


Posted 11 years ago by TerryS    [ Reply ]
Very nice!!
Posted 11 years ago by shellbella    [ Reply ]
must be storming out there somewhere, but here in the Galilee it's hot and sunny
Posted 11 years ago by ofanansky    [ Reply ]
This is such a fine, fine song, one of the best love songs in the world.
Posted 11 years ago by Spinindigo    [ Reply ]
Lovely track.  Brings back fond traveling memories
Posted 11 years ago by 1wolfy    [ Reply ]
 marcel wrote:
Funny, this "storm" sequence, while indeed a big thunderstorm is currently moving over this town...
 
Ditto.
Posted 11 years ago by 2cats    [ Reply ]
Dougie live performances are sublime.
Posted 11 years ago by DeeCee1109    [ Reply ]
Perfect!!
Posted 12 years ago by shellbella    [ Reply ]
Thank you RP! Your picks are excellent.
Posted 12 years ago by bluecshells    [ Reply ]
I like this live version even better than the studio.
Posted 12 years ago by kaybee    [ Reply ]
 Alexandra wrote:
I sure do miss seeing Dougie's live shows.....there's nothing like them in the world. His guitar work is so finessed and perfect, and he emotes every word and note....and is quite the hilarious entertainer in between songs. I suppose he's retired now...or maybe he just doesn't tour as extensively. But he has to be one of my favorite singer/songwriters/live performers of all time. {#Notworthy}
EDIT: Well, I see I've already posted this below....oh well! He deserves another recommendation! {#Lol}
 
I'll take a second rec!  I checked the website, and he's still touring, mostly everywhere BUT the U.S.  Still, at least he's out there, so do the treasure-hunt, find where he'll be, and try to get there. {#Mrgreen}
Posted 12 years ago by Cynaera    [ Reply ]
I like this one a lot. Very nice.
Posted 12 years ago by shakitten    [ Reply ]

Nice grouping. Thank you.

Nu2Mi... So I appreciate it alongside the familiar.  
Posted 12 years ago by AndyJ    [ Reply ]
I sure do miss seeing Dougie's live shows.....there's nothing like them in the world. His guitar work is so finessed and perfect, and he emotes every word and note....and is quite the hilarious entertainer in between songs. I suppose he's retired now...or maybe he just doesn't tour as extensively. But he has to be one of my favorite singer/songwriters/live performers of all time. {#Notworthy}
EDIT: Well, I see I've already posted this below....oh well! He deserves another recommendation! {#Lol}
Posted 12 years ago by Alexandra    [ Reply ]
it's the only track I really dislike on RP. Sorry.
Posted 12 years ago by johnnymanson    [ Reply ]
A rainy Monday here in Oregon. Thanks for this sequence, Bill - a good soundtrack to the start of the week.
Posted 12 years ago by d-don    [ Reply ]
I love you Dougie!
Posted 12 years ago by bluecshells    [ Reply ]
 Zoonhollis wrote:
Any relation to Don?
 
his zon ?

Posted 12 years ago by HazzeSwede    [ Reply ]
Funny, this "storm" sequence, while indeed a big thunderstorm is currently moving over this town...
Posted 12 years ago by marcel    [ Reply ]
I can't believe I haven't commented on this!  Dougie MacLean (I heard it pronounced "Duggie" by some Philistine who no longer exists in my life.  What a wonderful addition to the RP library. I absolutely love his music - it tells stories, it gives music and inspiration, and it just makes me smile, even when he's singing about sad things.

More Dooooooooogie, please?
Posted 12 years ago by Cynaera    [ Reply ]
Any relation to Don?
Posted 12 years ago by Zoonhollis    [ Reply ]
 Alexandra wrote:
Dougie used to tour regularly......I've seen him several times and he has to be one of the BEST and most artistic live acts I've ever seen....engaging personality, deft guitarist, brilliant lyricist, and velvety voice. He hasn't come around very much anymore and I miss him! But if you ever see him playing in your town, GO!!!
 
What she said.  Dougie is a fantastic performer in a live show.

Posted 12 years ago by Baby_M    [ Reply ]
Dougie used to tour regularly......I've seen him several times and he has to be one of the BEST and most artistic live acts I've ever seen....engaging personality, deft guitarist, brilliant lyricist, and velvety voice. He hasn't come around very much anymore and I miss him! But if you ever see him playing in your town, GO!!!
Posted 12 years ago by Alexandra    [ Reply ]
Suddenly this song just hits me...
Posted 12 years ago by winnetoe    [ Reply ]
Yawn.
Posted 12 years ago by Biscobret    [ Reply ]
Its been raining and overcast for the last week.  It has been predicted to continue for another week at least.  The music fits my cloudy mood.
Posted 12 years ago by LauraHanlon    [ Reply ]
Looking out the window, seeing a thunderstorm looming in the distance. RP delivers the perfect soundtrack.
Posted 12 years ago by Bine    [ Reply ]
The greater playlist suggests an apocalypse... or maybe somebody just had a real bad day.

Posted 12 years ago by estprophet22    [ Reply ]
 fredriley wrote:
Nice 'storm' sequence:

Dougie MacLean - Ready for the Storm (live)
New Grass Revival - When The Storm Is Over
Yoshida Brothers - Storm

It's great that RP keeps alive the declining art of the DJ. And this is one moving song - up to 9 from the Albaphile Nottingham jury.
 

On a different storm sequence this round.

The Doors - Riders On The Storm Chuck

Prophet - Storm Across the Sea

B.B. King - Stormy Monday

All good.


Posted 13 years ago by xtalman    [ Reply ]
Nice 'storm' sequence:

Dougie MacLean - Ready for the Storm (live)
New Grass Revival - When The Storm Is Over
Yoshida Brothers - Storm

It's great that RP keeps alive the declining art of the DJ. And this is one moving song - up to 9 from the Albaphile Nottingham jury.
Posted 13 years ago by fredriley    [ Reply ]
Pleasant and reflective. Quite nice.
Posted 13 years ago by ziakut    [ Reply ]
This is a fantastic album.  So glad to hear Dougie on RP!
Posted 13 years ago by Cheradenine    [ Reply ]
Wow...took me by surprise on a Sunday morning. Very nice, an 8
Posted 13 years ago by Huey    [ Reply ]
I love his voice, absolutely love his guitar, have heard other stuff of his that i like. i like simplicity, but sometimes his lyrics are maybe a little to earnest for me.
Posted 13 years ago by Giselle62    [ Reply ]
Very very nicely done and looking for it for a download if I can find it...cheers to all from Raleigh, NC USA!
Posted 13 years ago by randyblew    [ Reply ]
Wow - that was cool.


Posted 13 years ago by Bosami    [ Reply ]
dougie
Posted 14 years ago by a_genuine_find    [ Reply ]
One of many of his tunes that are great. Also he's a really great fiddle player.
Posted 14 years ago by LuvWilloughby    [ Reply ]
Hey Dougie fans, mark your calendars, he's headlining KVMR's Celtic Festival & Marketplace on Sun. 10/4 at the Nevada County Fairgrounds in Grass Valley, CA!
Posted 14 years ago by kvmrdj    [ Reply ]
with Kathy Mattea.pretty sweet

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wv4Wpychxh8
Posted 14 years ago by Bakaretsu    [ Reply ]
Intense.
Posted 14 years ago by ugly    [ Reply ]
I've seen Dougie live three times, and he's absolutely amazing.

Someone asked about downloads a little earlier in the thread.  There's five or so songs on iTunes, and his whole catalog can be purchased as a download from his website.

Posted 14 years ago by Baby_M    [ Reply ]
Lovely song and performance; made me stop what I was doing to check out who it was.
Posted 14 years ago by Proclivities    [ Reply ]
Nice to hear some more Celtic music on RP. Yer man has a fine voice, right enough, and this version is easily as good as the studio version. 8 from the Albaphile Nottingham jury.
Posted 14 years ago by fredriley    [ Reply ]
My friend turned me on to Dougie MacLean.

He's wonderful. I never thought I'd hear him on any type of radio, internet or otherwise!

Very Cool! Thank you!


Posted 15 years ago by Nicman612    [ Reply ]
Yes Sir, and all 3 are beautiful.  mandolin wrote:
...three versions of this on radio paradise?..
 


Posted 15 years ago by 1wolfy    [ Reply ]
...three versions of this on radio paradise?..
Posted 15 years ago by mandolin    [ Reply ]
Beautiful! Anything that makes me take pause from the mundane throes of work to take a deep breath and relax is a wonderful thing! And the Harvey Mandel follow-on just keeps the vibe going... {#Meditate}{#Clap}
Posted 15 years ago by SpamNRice    [ Reply ]
Gorgeous rendition.
Posted 15 years ago by nigelr    [ Reply ]
This is a great tune and completely impossible to find for download.
Posted 15 years ago by keller1    [ Reply ]
Wow, here's a man who can find his way around a ballad.

Very nice. 
Posted 15 years ago by jhorton    [ Reply ]