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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No Good
Ballyhoo! Lyrics
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For the rest of my days
Took your poison to the head
19 years old, I feel half dead
Give me a reason not to turn around
Not to leave you here for good
Just know there's nothing you could ever say
Baby, we're done, your just no good
I remember the days
So young and green
I was looking for romance
just someone to laugh with
You were the new girl on the scene
I was a shy boy
But you paid attention
It took a while to figure out
I was a drug and you were addicted
Doing your best to keep me down
But not anymore
How did I let it get this far?
I was in control til you came along
I'm picking up the pieces from the floor
Whoa
I don't wanna see your face
For the rest of my days
Took your poison to the head
19 years old, I feel half dead
Give me a reason not to turn around
Not to leave you here for good
Just know there's nothing you could ever say
Baby, we're done, your just no good
We got involved so easily
I was a nice boy
But you were just crazy
You never let up
Stop squeezing me
The honeymoons over baby
I just wanted a girl to make me smile
When you start drinking, you get wild
Calling the cops at 4 am
Baby, I'm asking
How did I let it get this far?
I was in control til you came along
I'm picking up the pieces from the floor
Whoa
I don't wanna see your face
For the rest of my days
Took your poison to the head
19 years old, I feel half dead
Give me a reason not to turn around
Not to leave you here for good
Just know there's nothing you could ever say
Baby, we're done, your just no good
I don't know how I stuck around this long
Can't take alot of these arguments and raging, raging
We got some issues and it feels so wrong
Baby, I just don't know
How did I let it get this far?
I was in control til you came along
I'm picking up the pieces from the floor
Whoa
I don't wanna see your face
For the rest of my days
Took your poison to the head
19 years old, I feel half dead
Give me a reason not to turn around
Not to leave you here for good
Just know there's nothing you could ever say
Baby, we're done, your just no good
I don't wanna see your face
For the rest of my days
Took your poison to the head
19 years old, I feel half dead
Give me a reason not to turn around
Not to leave you here for good
Just know there's nothing you could ever say
Baby, we're done, your just no good
In the song "No Good" by Ballyhoo!, the singer is expressing his frustration with a toxic relationship that has left him feeling drained and defeated. He begins by directly stating that he no longer wants to see his partner's face or be in their presence, as they have caused him pain and taken a toll on his mental health. He reflects on how the relationship began, as a quest for romance and fun, but quickly turned into a cycle of addiction and control. The singer notes that his partner would try to bring him down and hold him back, but he has now broken free from their grip. He questions how he allowed the situation to continue for so long and acknowledges that he is now trying to pick up the pieces of his shattered life.
The song's lyrics contain a clear message about the importance of recognizing when a relationship is unhealthy and taking steps to end it, no matter how challenging that may be. The specific phrasing throughout the song suggests that the singer has already made the decision to move on from this toxic situation, but is struggling with the emotional fallout and perhaps feeling a sense of guilt or regret for having stayed in the relationship for as long as he did.
Line by Line Meaning
I don't wanna see your face
I have had enough of you, and I don't want anything to do with you anymore.
For the rest of my days
I believe I am better off without you in my life, and I don't want to deal with your negative influence forever.
Took your poison to the head
I made a terrible mistake by getting involved with you up to the point that your influence started to affect me negatively.
19 years old, I feel half dead
I am so young, but I am already exhausted and starting to lose my passion for life due to the way you are treating me.
Give me a reason not to turn around
I am ready to give up on this relationship, but I am willing to hear you out if you have any valid reasons to convince me to stay.
Not to leave you here for good
I am considering leaving you permanently, but I am open to the possibility of giving you another chance if you can make it right.
Just know there's nothing you could ever say
I have heard enough from you, and I don't think there is anything that you can tell me that could change my mind about leaving you.
Baby, we're done, your just no good
I have made up my mind already, and I'm ending things with you because you are no good for me.
I remember the days
I can recall the early days when I was naive and full of hope for a better relationship.
So young and green
I was very young and inexperienced when I first met you, and I had no clue what I was getting myself into.
I was looking for romance
I only wanted to find somebody to spend time with and enjoy romantic moments together with.
just someone to laugh with
I was searching for a companion who could bring me joy and happiness.
You were the new girl on the scene
You caught my attention because you were new to the area and stood out among the crowd.
I was a shy boy
I was not very confident when it came to approaching girls or initiating a conversation, especially with someone who seemed so different from me.
But you paid attention
You took an interest in me and showed me that you were interested in getting to know me better.
It took a while to figure out
It took me some time to realize that I was getting into something that I shouldn't have.
I was a drug and you were addicted
You became obsessed with me, and you couldn't get enough of me, even when I was not available or when I was not treating you right.
Doing your best to keep me down
You were constantly trying to control me and keep me from pursuing my dreams or doing things that I enjoyed.
But not anymore
I have realized that I can't let you hold me back anymore, and I'm taking back control of my own life.
We got involved so easily
Our relationship progressed very quickly, and I didn't have enough time to realize that it was a mistake.
I was a nice boy
I was a decent person who always tried to do the right thing and treat others with respect.
But you were just crazy
You were exhibiting erratic behavior and demonstrating tendencies that were alarming and unsettling to me.
You never let up
You were always pushing me to do things that I didn't want to do, and you never respected my wishes or boundaries.
Stop squeezing me
I feel suffocated and overwhelmed by your constant neediness and clinginess.
The honeymoons over baby
Our relationship is no longer exciting or romantic, and it has turned toxic and unbearable instead.
I just wanted a girl to make me smile
All I ever really wanted was someone who could make me happy and bring a little joy into my life.
When you start drinking, you get wild
Your behavior becomes unpredictable and dangerous when you consume alcohol, and I can't deal with that anymore.
Calling the cops at 4 am
Your actions have become so erratic and alarming that I have had to call the authorities to intervene.
I don't know how I stuck around this long
I don't understand what made me stay in this toxic relationship for as long as I did.
Can't take alot of these arguments and raging, raging
Our arguments have become more frequent and intense, and I can no longer tolerate the constant bickering and yelling.
We got some issues and it feels so wrong
Our relationship has become problematic and dysfunctional, and it no longer feels right or healthy.
Baby, I just don't know
I am uncertain about my feelings for you and the future of our relationship, but I know that something needs to change.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: ROMAN RAMIREZ, HOWARD SPANGLER
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Stephanie Duncan
Love it guys! I'm so glad I stumbled upon your stage at Warped Tour a few years ago. You've got me hooked! :) #hardcorehooligan4life
Ryan King
gonna try to catch a local gig soon, cant get enough of your music. keep the good tracks coming out :D
TonieJayde1
I love this band soo much! My fav song
bakersfieldmusicnow
great job brothers.!!!! you work hard and it pays off.!!! rock long and prosper.!
Ballyhoo!
Thanks for listening!!!
Resinated
Nicely done fellas! We always jam this track
Red Fennec
Vocals are def reminiscent of Brad Nowell ... finally some legit ska !! Can't wait to see them on Saturday at The State Theater !!
Suheit Arellano
I love it!!!
Alyssa Farias
Finally! It came out great. I love it :)
S.R. Chappell
LOVE IT!