BIO

For The Rumjacks the enforced global shutdown has presented the opportunity for a new beginning, announcing the arrival of Mike Rivkees who will be taking over as lead vocalist. Mike through his previous work has already developed a reputation as a one of the most charismatic, fun and honest frontman in the scene. With his numerous musical influences from; Ska and Hardcore, through to a mix of traditional folk music, Mike’s voice and songs compliment The Rumjacks diverse musical catalogue perfectly:

Knowing how Mike worked, his energy, determination, hard work and his love and passion for doing this, has added even more fuel to The Rumjacks fire.Johnny Mckelvey

Hailing from the streets of Sydney Australia, The Rumjacks have been described as a mix between seminal bands The Clash and The Pogues; with their energetic live shows they have since departed the Sydney pub scene and are relgulars on the European circuit, 2019 saw them playing at Europe’s legendary festivals: Groez Rock, Wacken Open Air and Hell Fest; as well as previously headlining Mighty Sounds and a main stage appearance at Poland’s massive Woodstock festival. 2019 Also seen massive sold out club shows through out all of France, Romania, Germany and many more.

2020 kicked off with a successful UK tour also resulting in multiple sell out shows around England and Scotland and playing to their biggest UK audiences to date.

With four full length albums under their belt, two full length digital releases ‘Live in Athens’ and ‘Live in London Acoustic Session’; their YouTube channel has blown up with most music videos cracking over 1,000,000 views and the iconic Irish Pub Song now totally over 60 million views;

The Rumjacks are releasing new music, Hestia, the new album , will be out on 12.3.2021

 

 

DISCOGRAPHY:

HESTIA – (Album) 2021
LIVE IN ATHENS – (Live Album) 2019
SAINT PRESERVE US – (Album) 2018
SLEEPIN’ ROUGH – (Album) 2016
SOBER & GODLESS – (Album) 2015
BLOWS & UNKIND WORDS / PLENTY – (Single) 2014
CROSSES FOR EYES / WILD MOUNTAIN THYME – (Single) 2012
GANGS OF NEW HOLLAND – (Album) 2010
SOUND AS A POUND – (EP) 2009
HUNG, DRAWN & PORTERED – (EP) 2008

VIDEOS:

Official Video – “Sainted Milions”
Official Video – “Hestia”
Official
Video – “Goodnight & Make Mends”

NETWORK:

YOUTUBE

INSTAGRAM
FACEBOOK

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