There are, at least, two groups by this name. Ballyhoo (without the exclama… Read Full Bio ↴There are, at least, two groups by this name. Ballyhoo (without the exclamation mark!) is a South African group who had a huge hit in 1980 in their homeland with their single 'Man On The Moon'. This South African group is still going strong. The other group with the same name (but with the exclamation mark!) is from Maryland, USA, a modern rock/reggae party band, active since 2006.

BALLYHOO! is undeniably turning the world of music upside down and sideways as they blur the lines between rock, reggae, punk and pop to craft their own hybrid of music that can’t be held down to one definitive genre. This signature sound of theirs is one they have been perfecting since their high school days in Aberdeen, Maryland - the sweet melodic voice of lead singer and guitarist Howi Spangler; the hard hitting beats set forth by brother and drummer Donald “Big D” Spangler; the skillfully added funk of bassist JR Gregory and Scott Vandrey (aka DJ Blaze) rounds it out on the turntables and keys.

BALLYHOO!’s unique sound, hardcore devotion to the road and to their fans, partnered with their irresistible “life of the party” approach have pitched them into the position of America’s favorite feel good party band. They didn’t get here by accident; rather, they had been single-handedly growing their empire through unparalleled hard work and dedication until Jan 2011, when they got a well-deserved nod from LAW Records and were signed to the Hawaii-based independent record label. Yesod Williams of the dub rock music mega-sensation PEPPER and owner of LAW Records says of his newest addition, “Having BALLYHOO! join the LAW Records family is a perfect fit. They are an incredibly talented band with a really catchy style”. Now, with the backing of LAW, 2011 promises to be a paramount year on BALLYHOO!’s trajectory destined for greatness!

BALLYHOO! has toured the country with some of the biggest and most respected names in the reggae rock genre – 311, Authority Zero, Pepper, The Supervillains. “It’s always intimidating when playing for another band’s crowd, you never know how they’re gonna react,” explains front man Howi, “but then you see that they’re enjoying it and the worry goes away. You’re free to rock at that point!”.

BALLYHOO! will start their tour of the southeast with fellow label mates Iration in February 2011. Their rigorous, nonstop nationwide touring schedule has certainly been the catalyst for the exponential growth in their fan base. BALLYHOO! fans are some of the most loyal and enthusiastic fans out there and their love for the band runs deep.

In 2006, BALLYHOO! released Do It For The Money! which “opened a lot of doors for us and spread like wildfire in the underground” says Howi. Their follow up album, Cheers!, was released in May of 2009 and was an opportunity to work with 311’s Scotch Ralston as the producer. In addition, BALLYHOO!’s stellar rendition of “40 Oz. To Freedom” is featured on the compilation album, Forever Free: A Tribute to Sublime, and helped stimulate a surge in their popularity. Fans can also hear their songs on the Rock Band Network and in feature films.

BALLYHOO! currently has a single out on iTunes (“The Front Porch”) and when they aren’t on the road, they are in the studio, finishing their new album, which is slated for release on LAW Records in the summer of 2011.

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I Lately Notice
Ballyhoo! Lyrics

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I seem to lately notice
more and more each day
that everything is so messed up
until you walk around my way
and everything is so unusual
whenever you're around
nothing is how it was found
so i say

CHORUS
let's spend some time together
even though stormy weather
'cause everything i remember
points to all good things

not a cloud up in the sky at all
whenever you are near
just the sunny blue projection
of the atmosphere
i wonder what i would be like to be
deep inside of you

i think that i would like to know
so i say

Overall Meaning

In Ballyhoo!'s song "I Lately Notice," the singer starts by sharing their observations of the world around them. They feel like everything is in a state of chaos and disorder until the person they are singing about comes into their life. With this person's presence, everything becomes more pleasant and enjoyable.

The singer describes this person as being unusual, and that everything changes when they're around. This may indicate that the person they're singing about is not like anyone else, and perhaps brings a different energy to the singer's life. It is clear that the singer has a strong connection with this person, as their presence makes everything in life brighter and more positive.

The chorus of the song reflects the singer's desire to spend time with this person, even during difficult times when there is "stormy weather." They know that everything they remember about this person points to good things, so they are willing to weather any storm to be near them.

In the final verse, the singer wonders what it would be like to be deep inside this person. It is unclear if this is meant literally or figuratively. Perhaps they are curious about this person's inner workings, or maybe they are expressing a desire for a deeper connection with them.

Overall, "I Lately Notice" is a song about finding someone special who brings good into your life and wanting to spend time with them no matter what.

Line by Line Meaning

I seem to lately notice
I have recently become aware

more and more each day
With each passing day

that everything is so messed up
That the world seems chaotic and disordered

until you walk around my way
Unless you're around me

and everything is so unusual
All aspects of life appear different

whenever you're around
When you're nearby

nothing is how it was found
Things are not the way they used to be

so i say
Therefore, I conclude

let's spend some time together
We should hang out

even though stormy weather
Despite hardships and challenges