Frankie 8,552 Posted August 18, 2007 Share Posted August 18, 2007 After another fine win today, and in line with the positive nature of last weekââ?¬â?¢s ââ?¬Å?Look Forward Not Backââ?¬Â article, I thought Iââ?¬â?¢d take this opportunity to praise the Rangers support today at Ibrox. While it may not be a coincidence that the fans are in slightly better spirits considering our current wee unbeaten run, I think the support and, in particular, the guys and gals of the Blue Order singing section deserve a lot of credit for continuing to back the team so well. From the old favourites such as ââ?¬Ë?The Blue Sea of Ibroxââ?¬â?¢ to funny and original efforts adapted from ââ?¬Ë?Boney Mââ?¬â?¢ (honestly!) to laud Jean-Claude Darcheville, these songs sung loud and proud really help to make the match-day experience that little bit more refreshing ââ?¬â?? especially when the British ââ?¬Ë?summerââ?¬â?¢ reverts to type. The band situated behind the Blue Order (although not part of the group per se) is also doing a fine job. They seem to have improved a great deal in recent times and are starting to compliment the singing perfectly. The huge drums certainly help ensure the Decibel factor is kept at a maximum. Right through todayââ?¬â?¢s game, the crowd were vocally behind the team. Even Falkirk giving us a couple of scares amongst the Rangers plethora of chances and goals didnââ?¬â?¢t mute the atmosphere. Indeed, another ten minutes of bouncing to the Samba remix of ââ?¬Ë?Walter Smithââ?¬â?¢s Blue and White Armyââ?¬â?¢ with the drums, whistles and dancing made this bearââ?¬â?¢s day. Certainly, the Blue Order (and adjoining section) led the way once more inside the ground. Of course, it would be unfair to mention the hard-working members of the other singing areas when one talks about support. While this bear struggles to hear above the cacophony of noise in the Broomloan Front, the members of the Club Deck Loyal, East and West Enclosures and new Union Bears mean that fans in every part of the ground have the chance to take part in what they have to offer ââ?¬â?? be it singing, displays and generally helping ensure Ibrox is the kind of place that makes us all smile with pride on match-day. Therefore, itââ?¬â?¢s with no surprise but disappointment nonetheless, that we read nothing about the above in any newspaper this Sunday. These media platforms as well as the various radio and TV debates are always eager to stick the boot into the Rangers support whenever a negative story makes the news. Front page headlines and faux moral outrage are often the sensationalised negative stories we wake up to but whenever they have a chance to talk about or report on the positive efforts of the fans, suddenly the issue isnââ?¬â?¢t so attractive. Thus, while self-praise may not be the most modest way of acting, Gersnet Online would like to do what seems to be most unfashionable these days. Weââ?¬â?¢d like to praise the Rangers support. Weââ?¬â?¢d like to back their continuing efforts at facing their challenges. Weââ?¬â?¢d like to urge more of the same and to take confidence from a fine start to the season. Well done! We are the people, indeed! http://www.gersnetonline.net/newsite/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=474&Itemid=2 0 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Royal Burgh Fanatic 0 Posted August 19, 2007 Share Posted August 19, 2007 D'you know Frankie that's kinda what I was meaning in my post on our forum, minus the verbosity, of course!! 0 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gazman 0 Posted August 19, 2007 Share Posted August 19, 2007 What was the Jean Claude Darcheville song? Was it to the tune of Brown Girl In The Ring or something? Getting some new songs on the go is vital IMO and credit to those who come up with ideas and have the brass kneck to try and start them off! One thing i was wondering though - is it not an idea to continue singing 'Hello Hello' but change some of the words e.g replace the 'Billy boys' with 'Rangers Boys'? Or do you think some people would still continue to sing the old version and get us in the shit again? The loss of that song has hampered the volume which used to be raised at Ibrox and i think its a shame that we cant just tweak it a bit. 0 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
eightball 0 Posted August 19, 2007 Share Posted August 19, 2007 One thing i was wondering though - is it not an idea to continue singing 'Hello Hello' but change some of the words e.g replace the 'Billy boys' with 'Rangers Boys'? Or do you think some people would still continue to sing the old version and get us in the shit again? I think you've hit the nail on the head there! The loss of that song has hampered the volume which used to be raised at Ibrox and i think its a shame that we cant just tweak it a bit. Losing one song shouldn't have that much of an effect really, so long as we are singing and chanting for 90 mins that should keep Ibrox and intimidating place. 0 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gazman 0 Posted August 19, 2007 Share Posted August 19, 2007 I really hope so - the more new songs that catch on the better. I dont want to disrespect The Blue Screen Of Ibrox but its not the sort of song that makes the hairs stand on the back of your kneck. 0 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frankie 8,552 Posted August 19, 2007 Author Share Posted August 19, 2007 It would be great to bring back the Billy Boys (without the offensive word) but unfortunately, the song is banned. As such, we should concentrate on singing the ones that are not while bringing in new stuff as well... 0 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frankie 8,552 Posted August 19, 2007 Author Share Posted August 19, 2007 D'you know Frankie that's kinda what I was meaning in my post on our forum, minus the verbosity, of course!! Indeed mate - just thought I'd build on that via NewsNow... 0 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest gerbilly Posted August 19, 2007 Share Posted August 19, 2007 Walter Smith's blue and white army is fast becoming a favourite of mine...especially the extended version. 0 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Royal Burgh Fanatic 0 Posted August 19, 2007 Share Posted August 19, 2007 The Blue Sea of Ibrox does get the hairs standing if enough sing it. Heard it sung once at the Piggery 2-3 seasons ago with gusto and it was special. 0 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
fraser54 0 Posted August 20, 2007 Share Posted August 20, 2007 Jean Claude Darcheville na na na na na Jean Claude Darcheville Naaaa na na na na na Great song, alos loving the 15 minutes of Walter Smith's Blue And White army followed by BJK Fans are singing outside the stadium after games, the feel good factor is back 0 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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