Summer Party
A shinty anthem from Runrig's 2007 single.
"Clash of the Ash" is the first single from the Scottish Celtic rock band Runrig's thirteenth studio album Everything You See, which was released as a single in 2007. The song is about the sport of shinty and has become an anthem for the sport. Runrig have previously referenced shinty in the songs "Pride of the Summer" from The Cutter and the Clan and "Recovery" from the album of the same name. The song also appeared on the 2013 compilation album Larry Kirwan's Celtic Invasion.
- Type
- Single
- Artist
- Runrig
- Album
- Everything You See
- Release Year
- 2007
Lore & Background
The song is about the sport of shinty. The first verse revolves around a team making their way to an away game, through "straths and glens". Prominent throughout the song is the use of nicknames. The second verse is a portrayal of a game against Kinlochshiel, the only shinty team named in the song in the line: "But if we do all that and there’s no-one spare / Tell me who’s gonna mark the Kinlochshiel Bear." This verse refers to various positions on the shinty park as well as the sawdust, a reference to the penalty box a.k.a. the "D" which is often marked out with sawdust instead of paint. The final verse references shinty's long history (shared with hurling) which stretches back to ancient Celtic history: "And for every fighting Highland man / Stand by your brother, die for the clan." The song also praises the amateur status of those who play the sport: "These shinty boys shine like the sun. / We don’t play for fame, we don’t play for cash / We just play for the glory, and the clash of the ash."
In Their Own Story
"Clash of the Ash" was played live at the "Year of the Flood" concert in 2007 featuring Gary Innes. It is usually played towards the end of a concert. It was played live at the "Party on the Moor" concert in 2013 as the 27th song.
Reader's Guide
The CD single (Netherlands) includes: "Clash of the Ash" (Fiddle – Adam Sutherland, written by Calum Macdonald, Rory Macdonald) – 2:40, and "Sona" (written by Calum Macdonald, Malcolm Jones and Rory Macdonald) – 3:25. The CD single (UK and Denmark) includes: "Clash of the Ash" (Fiddle – Adam Sutherland, written by Calum Macdonald, Rory Macdonald) – 2:40.
Did You Know?
- The song is about the sport of shinty and has become an anthem for the sport.
- Runrig previously referenced shinty in the songs "Pride of the Summer" and "Recovery".
- The only shinty team named in the song is Kinlochshiel, referenced as the "Kinlochshiel Bear".
- The song praises the amateur status of shinty players with the line: "We don’t play for fame, we don’t play for cash / We just play for the glory, and the clash of the ash."
- The song appeared on the 2013 compilation album Larry Kirwan's Celtic Invasion.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Summer Party?
The Summer Party is not a character but a beloved seasonal event celebrated during warmer months within the Clash of Clans universe.
What are Summer Party's powers or role?
Its primary function involves hosting festive challenges and allowing players to decorate their villages with vibrant, sun-drenched themes instead of combat abilities.
How does Summer Party's story end?
Since this event lacks deep narrative progression, there is no specific story conclusion beyond the seasonal period concluding each year.
Why is Summer Party important to clans?
It reinforces social bonds between clan members by offering a refreshing break from raiding cycles and encouraging community engagement through shared activities.
What rewards can players earn during this event?
Participants typically receive valuable resources like Gems and Gold, along with exclusive decorations to customize their main village.
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